Water Education Colorado

???? Way #11 to Care for Colorado Water! ???? Sweep, don’t spray! ??? Instead of using a hose, grab a broom to clear leaves and debris from sidewalks and driveways. It’s a simple switch that saves gallons of water! ???? Find more ways to steward our water well here: https://buff.ly/59m6Nj7 ?? Every drop counts! #EveryDropCounts #CareForColoradoWater #WaterWise

Way #10 to Care for Colorado Water: When it rains, use it! ????? Save water by skipping irrigation when rain is in the forecast—smart controllers or rain sensors can help! Redirect downspouts to gardens, not sidewalks, and collect rain in up to two 55-gallon barrels for later use. ???? Learn more about rainwater collection from the Colorado Stormwater Center: https://buff.ly/0Yk4Itc Every drop counts! #CareForColoradoWater #WaterSmart #RainwaterHarvesting #ConserveH2O

WEco Executive Director, Juan Pérez Sáez, had a great time at the Arkansas River Basin Water Forum—connecting with the WEco community, formally introducing himself, and diving into meaningful conversations about the importance of water! ???? #WaterEducation #ArkansasRiverBasin #ColoradoWater #ARBWF2025

This week in Fresh Water News: The Lower Arkansas Valley Water Conservancy District stepped up its fight against a massive Colorado Springs annexation, citing concerns that water from farms in southeastern Colorado would be used to supply 6,500 new homes and businesses to support them. Read the full story here: https://buff.ly/36DxeG5 The Colorado Sun #Coloradowater #ColoradoSprings #LowerArkValley #FreshWaterNews

This week in Fresh Water News: Colorado’s top water agency has awarded nearly $1.2 million in new grants to communities across the state this year as its effort to boost conservation by replacing water-intensive lawns with drought-resistant grasses continues. Read the full story here: https://buff.ly/43gN8gk The Colorado Sun #turfreplacement #grants #coloradowater #conservation

?? Way #9 to Care for Colorado Water: Be Sprinkler Smart! ?? Spring is on the way—time to upgrade your sprinkler game! ???? ? Install efficient irrigation like drip systems, rotary nozzles & smart controllers. ? Water wisely—only at dawn & dusk, max 3 days per week. ? Maintain & adjust—fix broken heads, update settings as seasons change. ? Keep the water where it counts—not on streets & sidewalks! ??? Every drop counts! See more ways to care for Colorado water: https://buff.ly/3DFTLOt Are you sprinkler smart? ?? #CareForColoradoWater #WaterWise #Sprinkler

?? Last Call! ?? Don’t miss your chance to join us for Snow in Steamboat next Sunday, March 2! ?? ?? Hear from a panel of experts ?? Connect with fellow water and outdoor enthusiasts ? Enjoy breakfast, coffee, and tea ?? Stick around for free skiing! RSVP now! https://buff.ly/3EAg1cQ #SnowInSteamboat #FreeSkiing #WaterEducation

?? New Blog Alert! ?? We sat down with Leann Noga from the Southeastern Colorado Water Conservancy District to talk about the district’s work, challenges, and the future of water in the Arkansas River Basin. ??? Check out our latest blog, A Conversation with Leann Noga on the Southeastern Colorado Water Conservancy District, to learn more about how this district is shaping water management in the region. ?? Read it now:https://buff.ly/4beAYqe #WaterEducation #ColoradoWater #WaterConservation #SoutheasternColorado #WaterManagement

Come in from the snow Stop by the Water Education Colorado table on Friday, February 21st, to say hello, chat about all things water, and grab some great resources! We’d love to connect and share how we’re making a splash in water education. ???? ?? Where: Green Center @Colorado School of Mines Campus 924 16th Street, Golden CO 80401 ?? When: Friday, February 21st at 6:00pm ?? See you there! #EcoExpo2025 #WaterEducation

?? Join us in Steamboat NEXT SUNDAY! ?? Water Education Colorado is hosting a Social Water event on Sunday, March 2, from 10:00 AM–12:00 PM, and you won’t want to miss it! We’re bringing together local experts (Kelly Romero-Heaney and Juan Pérez Sáez to name a few) to dive into the outdoor industry, the vital connection between snow and water, and the latest trends shaping Steamboat ????? ?? It’s free to attend! Enjoy great conversations, warm coffee, breakfast food, and connections with your community—then stick around for Ski-Free Sunday at Howelsen Hill! ?? ?? Reserve your spot now: https://buff.ly/3EAg1cQ #WaterEducation #SocialWater #SteamboatSprings #SkiFreeSunday #SnowToWater #ColoradoEvents