Our
Mission
To promote and support the development of a vibrant, sustainable and inclusive outdoor recreation industry, contributing to the Grand Valley's identity as a world-class place to live, work and play.
Guiding Pillars
Community Connection
Convening organizations and facilitating partnerships across
the Grand Valley that lead to
innovative solutions and
deliberate growth.
Education & Awareness
Industry Advancement
Core Values
Community
Inclusivity
Leadership
Meaningful Work
Collaboration
Ways To Get
Involved
There are many ways for you to get involved with our outdoor recreation community. You can volunteer for a number of stewardship projects, join a campfire session, sit on a steering committee, or simply be an informed citizen and recreate responsibly.
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GVORC Board
Sarah Shrader
President / Chair
Cole Hanson
Vice Chair
Jody Corey
Treasurer
Randy Miller
Secretary
Vince Anderson
David Combs
Libby Collins
Ryan Schramm
Steve Jozefczyk
Tina Ooley
Tim Fry
Jeff Mckenna
Ash Zolton
GVORC Staff
Chandler Smith
Executive Director
Chandler has worked in the cycling industry for over 20 years and is one of the original founders of The Ride Collective, an event production company specializing in road, gravel and mountain bike experiences. Locally he produces Tour de Vineyards and Tour of the Moon. Chandler was also the Director of Ride The Rockies (2007 – 2016) and Pedal The Plains (2012 – 2016). A Colorado native, Chandler is both an avid outdoorsman and music junkie, in addition to his love for riding, you’ll often find him on Colorado’s streams and slopes or exploring artists at a number of his favorite music venues; this of course when he is not with his beautiful wife, Renee and baby daughters – Charlie and Ollie.
Morgan McNair
Intern
Morgan McNair is a senior at Colorado Mesa University, where she’s mixing her love for adventure with academics, studying Outdoor Recreation Industry Studies and Kinesiology. A true outdoor junkie, she’s happiest rock climbing, trail running, backpacking, slacklining, or paddleboarding all summer long! As a Colorado transplant, Morgan has fully embraced the lifestyle, turning the Grand Valley into her personal playground. When she’s not out exploring, she’s unleashing her creativity by making handcrafted jewelry, catching live music at concerts in Denver, or sharing laughs and unforgettable moments with friends!
