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Boaters, anglers, and other river users play a crucial role in preventing the spread of these invasive mussels. CPW urges everyone involved in water activities—including boating, floating, paddling, or fishing in the Colorado River—to clean, drain, and dry their equipment thoroughly after use.

Our journey has just begun but we are very grateful to all those who tuned into the GVORC and provided their support this past year! We wish everyone the very best in 2025 and hope it’s a year filled with fresh air, open skies, and endless adventures!

Join us for GVORC’s second campfire session! Engage with a panel of industry experts as they discuss some of the most significant barriers that marginalized communities face when trying to access outdoor spaces, what organizations and businesses can do to ensure that their programs and messaging resonates with diverse communities, and how to measure progress in achieving equity in the outdoors.

Boaters, anglers, and other river users play a crucial role in preventing the spread of these invasive mussels. CPW urges everyone involved in water activities—including boating, floating, paddling, or fishing in the Colorado River—to clean, drain, and dry their equipment thoroughly after use.

New trails are being constructed at North Fruita Desert, commonly known as 18 Road, totaling 32 miles upon completion. This development stems from an extensive planning process that commenced in 2018 when the City of Fruita received a planning grant from Colorado Parks and Wildlife to assess the conditions at 18 Road and strategize for the future

New trails are being constructed at North Fruita Desert, commonly known as 18 Road, totaling 32 miles upon completion. This development stems from an extensive planning process that commenced in 2018 when the City of Fruita received a planning grant from Colorado Parks and Wildlife to assess the conditions at 18 Road and strategize for the future

As he steps into his role with the ORC, Chandler brings a passion for inclusivity, sustainable growth, and a heartfelt commitment to enhancing our community’s connection with the outdoors.

New trails are being constructed at North Fruita Desert, commonly known as 18 Road, totaling 32 miles upon completion. This development stems from an extensive planning process that commenced in 2018 when the City of Fruita received a planning grant from Colorado Parks and Wildlife to assess the conditions at 18 Road and strategize for the future

Nearly a decade after the Coalition initially convened, and with outdoor industry leaders nationwide commemorating a significant achievement, the Grand Valley Outdoor Recreation Coalition (GVORC) is establishing itself as a 501c3 organization. This milestone comes with the appointment of Chandler Smith, a Colorado native and seasoned industry expert, as its Executive Director.