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2019 grant writing workshop schedule

GOCO is pleased to announce its summer schedule for grant writing workshops and to welcome our grantee partners, prospective applicants, and their partners from communities across Colorado to join in.

Our free workshops will cover grant application writing for GOCO’s Local Parks and Outdoor Recreation (LPOR) and mini LPOR grant programs. Workshops will also address additional funding opportunities through GOCO's School Yard Initiative (SYI). Read more about 2019 grant writing workshop schedule

In Ridgway: Meet me at the river

By Mark Obmascik

This article is part of our Impact Stories series, stories that celebrate the unique ways GOCO partners have enhanced and supported Colorado communities, our quality of life, and our state’s wildlife. Since 1992, GOCO funding has been invested in more than 5,200 conservation and recreation projects in all 64 counties – with benefits for all Coloradans.

The town of Ridgway always had a spectacular mountain backdrop, but the front yard needed work. Read more about In Ridgway: Meet me at the river

Where Do You GOCO - May 2019 closed projects

Photo of the Kokopelli Section of the Colorado Riverfront Trail Read more about Where Do You GOCO - May 2019 closed projects

Where Do You GOCO - April 2019 closed projects

Photo of McKay Lake Park and Open Lands Read more about Where Do You GOCO - April 2019 closed projects

Where Do You GOCO - March 2019 closed projects

There’s a lot of fanfare around grant awards, but what happens after the ceremonial checks are presented and the reporters have published their articles? Our partners get down to business. Read more about Where Do You GOCO - March 2019 closed projects

Alamosa Riparian Park one step closer to reality

Republished with permission of Western Rivers Conservancy

This article is part of our Impact Stories series, stories that celebrate the unique ways GOCO partners have enhanced and supported Colorado communities, our quality of life, and our state’s wildlife. Since 1992, GOCO funding has been invested in more than 5,200 conservation and recreation projects in all 64 counties – with benefits for all Coloradans. Read more about Alamosa Riparian Park one step closer to reality

Where Do You GOCO - February 2019 closed projects

There’s a lot of fanfare around grant awards, but what happens after the ceremonial checks are presented and the reporters have published their articles? Our partners get down to business Read more about Where Do You GOCO - February 2019 closed projects

The spirit of Durango: One town's conservation & recreation values

By Mark Obmascik

This article is part of our Impact Stories series, stories that celebrate the unique ways GOCO partners have enhanced and supported Colorado communities, our quality of life, and our state’s wildlife. Since 1992, GOCO funding has been invested in more than 5,200 conservation and recreation projects in all 64 counties – with benefits for all Coloradans. Read more about The spirit of Durango: One town's conservation & recreation values

Raising Generation Wild: A Guest Blog

Brooke Merkle of Denver, Colo. is an active member of GOCO’s Raising Generation Wild Facebook group. Her son just completed Generation Wild’s List of 100 Things to Do Before You’re 12, and we couldn’t be prouder. If you’re a parent, grandparent, teacher, or caregiver of a kiddo, join the group for ongoing tips and inspiration for getting outside.

By Brooke Merkle Read more about Raising Generation Wild: A Guest Blog