Conserving the land, water, and way of life in Colorado's San Luis Valley since 1999

FEBRUARY NEWS FROM RiGHT

Cranes, Cows, and Love of the Land

Important Information


RiGHT staff and Board members will be tabling at the upcoming Monte Vista Crane Festival March 7th through 9th.


Join us for an

Ag Social at the Oasis

in Saguache with CSU Extension and the

Coffee Break Project!

Friday, March 14th, 5-7pm

A love letter to the SLV from Jocelyn


February feels like a time to reflect on all of the things that I love about the San Luis Valley. From the snow-covered peaks of the San Juan and Sangre de Cristo mountains to the return of sandhill cranes overhead, this season is a reminder of the natural cycles that shape our home. It’s also a time to recognize the commitment of local farmers and ranchers who steward the land and water, ensuring the Valley’s agricultural heritage remains strong. As calving season begins and new life emerges in the fields, we are reminded of the importance of conservation and collaboration in protecting this special place.


Thank you for sharing in our love of the land!


Tickets for the tour!

RiGHT's Tour of Bee's Preserve

Sunday, March 9th at 12pm


Join the Rio Grande Headwaters Land Trust for an exclusive tour of Bee's Preserve in Monte Vista. Gain unique insights into the world of private land conservation and its vital role in preserving open lands, water resources, and wildlife habitat. Explore the rich landscapes of this protected property, often home to a variety of wildlife, including sandhill cranes. Discover how private land conservation helps safeguard the valley's natural beauty and resources for future generations.

 

Crane Fest Booth

March 7th-9th from 9am to 5pm


Did you know that over 30,000 acres of land conserved by RiGHT provide habitat for sandhill cranes? These conserved wetlands, riparian corridors, and farmlands are critical for migrating birds and countless other species, while also preserving the agricultural heritage of the San Luis Valley.


Come learn more about the ways agriculture and private lands conservation supports wildlife in the valley. Our staff and Board will be available to talk cows and cranes all weekend at the Craft and Nature Fair.

RAFFLE!


Starting TODAY, February 26th, every donation earns you a chance to win an exclusive art & swag bundle featuring a hat, a shirt, a cup, and two bird art prints by our staff member and local artist Jocelyn Catterson. This raffle runs until the end of the Crane Festival, and we’ll announce the winners on Monday, March 10th.


Donate $25 for one entry or become a monthly donor ($5 or more per month) to receive FOUR entries. Donations can be made in-person at Crane Fest or online at the link below.

ENTER TODAY!


Photo of the Month

COWS AND CRANES!


Thank you to our Board Vice President, Kyler Brown, for sending in this photo of Sandhill Cranes flying above his herd on a recent winter morning. Agricultural lands are such an important part of the Sandhill Crane migration here in the valley.

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