Education

The First Step Toward Protecting the River

Understanding the Middle Colorado watershed is the first step toward protecting it. Through hands-on exhibits, citizen science, and community programs, MCWC helps people of all ages connect with the river.

Knowledge That Leads to Action

Whether you're exploring an exhibit, collecting water samples, or digging into a report, every way of learning about the watershed opens a door to helping protect it.

Resources

Reports, data, and planning documents that help partners, students, and curious residents understand what's shaping the watershed and where they can help.

River Stop

Explore the river's story at our interpretive center in Rifle, with hands-on exhibits on riparian habitats and river ecology for all ages.

River Watch

A citizen science program that trains students and volunteers to monitor water quality, turning what they learn into real data that protects the watershed.

Made Possible by Partners Who Believe in Watershed Literacy

MCWC's education programs are built alongside schools, agencies and community organizations committed to helping people understand and protect Middle Colorado.

Education Partners