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November 2022
Family Water Conservation Workshop
The Douglas County School District kicks off the One Book One District event featuring the book If You Come To Earth by award winning author Sophie Blackall.
Participate in family oriented, hands-on activities that demonstrate several fun ways that you can conserve water at home. Sessions may include Water Cycle Investigation, Indoor and Outdoor Conservation, Native Plants, and Water Critters.
This event is 80% indoors, 20% outdoor (weather permitting). Dress for the weather and bring a refillable water jug. Snacks are provided.
When - Saturday, November 5, 2022, 10am to 12:30pm
Where - CALF’s Lowell Ranch, 2330 East Frontage Road, Castle Rock, CO 80104. Located just south of Creekside Bible Church in Castle Rock.
Why - Raise awareness of local water conservation and protect our local water sources
How - Families register online, space is limited. REGISTER HERE.
Where to learn more - Contact Heather Kelly, District Manager of the Douglas County Conservation District at (303) 218 - 2622 or email Heather@DouglasConserves.org
Regular Monthly Meeting of the Board of Supervisors
The Regular Monthly Meeting of the Board of Supervisors is held every fourth Monday unless noted here. Meetings are open to the public. Contact the District Manager to participate (303) 218-2622 or Admin@DouglasConserves.org with any questions.
Find out more »December 2022
Regular Monthly Meeting of the Board of Supervisors
The Regular Monthly Meeting of the Board of Supervisors is held every fourth Monday unless noted here. Meetings are open to the public and available via free Zoom. Contact the District Manager to participate (303) 218-2622 or Admin@DouglasConserves.org.
Find out more »January 2023
Regular Monthly Meeting of the Board of Supervisors
The Board of Supervisors of the Douglas County Conservation District meets on the 4th Monday each month, unless noted on this website. Please contact Heather Kelly to participate at Heather@DouglasConserves.org or (303) 218 - 2622.
Find out more »February 2023
Free Tree and Windbreak Workshop
Tree & Windbreak Workshop
Led by the Colorado State Forest Service and the U.S.D.A. Natural Resources Conservation Service (NRCS), this workshop focuses on a selection of seedling trees, their care and common issues. Additionally, NRCS will lead us through windbreak design for habitat and property protection. Bring your questions for the Foresters and the NRCS Staff.
Thursday, February 16, 5:30 - 6:30pm
Franktown Firehouse 181 located at 1959 N HWY 83, Franktown, CO 80116
EMail Heather@DouglasConserves.org or call (303) 218 - 2622 to register. Space is limited.
Find out more »Regular Monthly Meeting of the Board of Supervisors
The Board of Supervisors of the Douglas County Conservation District meets on the 4th Monday each month, unless noted on this website. Please contact Heather Kelly to participate at Heather@DouglasConserves.org or (303) 218 - 2622.
Find out more »March 2023
Free Native Plants for Bird Habitat Workshop
Local non-profit partner, Denver Audubon will present on the complexity of wild bird diets, highlighting some of our dynamic Colorado native plants for your landscape that also support beneficial pollinators and other wonderful wildlife. Join us for a lively and engaging workshop – plant it and they will come! Presenter Kate Hogan is a certified CSU Native Plant Master and manages the Audubon Nature Center demonstration gardens at Chatfield State Park.
Wednesday March 22, 5:30 - 7:30pm
CSU Extension Office Basement, 410 Fairgrounds Rd #2699, Castle Rock, CO 80104
Local non-profit partner, Denver Audubon will present on the complexity of wild bird diets, highlighting some of our dynamic Colorado native plants for your landscape that also support beneficial pollinators and other wonderful wildlife. Join us for a lively and engaging workshop – plant it and they will come! Presenter Kate Hogan is a certified CSU Native Plant Master and manages the Audubon Nature Center demonstration gardens at Chatfield State Park.
Wednesday, March 22, 5:30 - 7:30pm
CSU Extension Office Basement, 410 Fairgrounds Rd #2699, Castle Rock, CO 80104
EMail Heather@DouglasConserves.org or call (303) 218 - 2622 to register. Space is limited.
Find out more »Regular Monthly Meeting of the Board of Supervisors
The Board of Supervisors of the Douglas County Conservation District meets on the 4th Monday each month, unless noted on this website. Please contact Heather Kelly to participate at Heather@DouglasConserves.org or (303) 218 - 2622.
Find out more »April 2023
Free Front Range Native Plants Workshop
Front Range Native Plants
Douglas County Master Gardeners will discuss with us the benefits of native plants that thrive in our climate and in our soil conditions. Plant selection, planting method, and care will be covered. Plan for a short walk around the CSU Extension gardens before the workshop.
Thursday, April 6, 5:30 - 7:00pm
CSU Extension Office Basement, 410 Fairgrounds Rd #2699, Castle Rock, CO 80104.
EMail Heather@DouglasConserves.org or call (303) 219 - 2622 to register. Space is limited.
Colorado State University does not discriminate on the basis of disability and is committed to providing reasonable accommodations. CSU’s Office of Engagement and Extension ensures meaningful access and equal opportunities to participate to individuals whose first language is not English. | Office of Engagement and Extension de CSU garantiza acceso significativo e igualdad de oportunidades para participar a las personas quienes su primer idioma no es el inglés.
Full statements are available at: https://extension.colostate.edu/statements-on-access-and-nondiscrimination/.
Find out more »Earth Day Festival with the Town of Castle Rock
Join the Douglas County Conservation District and others on Earth Day 2023! Join in from 9 - 11 am for a conservation planting, then from 12 - 3 pm for the Earth Day Celebration. No registration required.
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