Upcoming Events

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Join Palmer Land Conservancy and our partners at Colorado College and Rocky Mountain Field Institute (RMFI) for an impactful day on the land.

Palmer and our partners will be providing some much-needed TLC for this treasured property by facilitating fire mitigation, trail maintenance, and invasive weed removal volunteer work. Nestled in the neighborhood near Mesa Road, Mesa Valley Wildlife Preserve provides a small but crucial area of sanctuary for both humans and wildlife alike within the city.

Want to participate but not able to volunteer? Join the group for a community lunch-and-learn at 12 p.m. Palmer and RMFI will be on site to answer questions and speak to the importance of their respective work, and lunch will be provided.

• Volunteer shift from 9 a.m. – 12 p.m.
• Lunch from 12 – 1 p.m.
• The Volunteer Work: participants can expect to spend the entirety of their time outdoors in Colorado winter weather conditions, and should plan to dress accordingly. This includes adequate clothing layers for cold weather and sun protection, such as a hat and/or sunglasses. Palmer will provide work gloves and any other tools you may need.
• Advance registration is kindly requested to help us plan for our lunch together.

*Did you know that Palmer donors are the heart and soul of conservation in Colorado? Their passion for protecting our land and water fuels innovative solutions for a sustainable future. Become a donor today.

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At the state and regional levels, the decisions we make regarding our limited water resources in the next few years will shape the next century. But here's what most people don't know: you have more power to influence these outcomes than you might think.

Join Palmer Land Conservancy and a couple of our trusted partners as we explore Colorado’s water challenges and action-oriented solutions to protect the Colorado we love.

Can't attend live? No problem—we'll send the recording to all registrants. However, only live attendees can participate in the Q&A with our water experts.

What You'll Discover

In this engaging virtual conversation, you'll move beyond headlines and the basics to understand:

• A full picture of Colorado's water challenges—and why everyday Coloradans (not just policymakers) hold the key to solutions.
• Specific actions you can take to protect Colorado's most precious natural resource.
• How Palmer Land Conservancy is pioneering innovative approaches in Colorado that keep water flowing to farms, protect natural landscapes, and sustain thriving communities—work that could be replicated across the West.
• Why farms, cities, and nature all need each other—and how Palmer's work bridges these communities to create win-win outcomes.

Your Guide

Dillon O'Hare, Palmer's Senior Conservation Manager, will share the inside story of Palmer's groundbreaking water projects. Dillon works directly with farmers, ranchers, cities, and conservation partners to craft real-world solutions to water scarcity—and he'll show you what's working, what's at stake, and exactly where you fit in.

Plus: We're bringing together expert voices from both urban and rural communities to give you a picture of how water connects us all.

Why This Matters Now

Colorado faces a water shortage of 740,000 acre-feet by 2050—that's enough water to fill more than 365,000 Olympic swimming pools. As drought conditions worsen, the decisions we make in the next few years will determine whether future generations inherit a Colorado with healthy communities and abundant nature.

Here's the Good News

Palmer is proving that innovative solutions exist. You'll leave this event knowing exactly how you can be part of protecting the Colorado you love.

What Makes This Event Different

Unlike typical high-level water policy overviews, we're diving into specific, on-the-ground projects underway in southern Colorado—including Palmer's historic Bessemer Farmland Conservation Project, which is creating a new model for keeping water on farms while meeting growing city needs. These aren't theoretical solutions—they're working examples that could transform how the West manages water.

Come Curious. Leave Empowered.

Whether you're a longtime conservationist or just beginning to understand your connection to Colorado's water, this conversation is for you.

Plus, bring your questions! Live attendees will have the opportunity to ask water experts directly about the issues that matter most to you—whether it's your lawn, your community's water supply, or how to get involved in local water decisions.

*Did you know that Palmer donors are the heart and soul of conservation in Colorado? Their passion for protecting our land and water fuels innovative solutions for a sustainable future. Become a donor today.