Celebrate & Protect Public Lands: public lands for all

Come Celebrate as We Reclaim This Beautiful Land That Belongs to Each and Every One of Us.

Get Involved Today!

Celebrate & Protect Public Lands: public lands for all

Come Celebrate as We Reclaim This Beautiful Land That Belongs to Each and Every One of Us.

Get Involved Today!

"We have fallen heirs to the most glorious heritage a people ever received, and each one must do his part if we wish to show that the nation is worthy of its good fortune."

Theodore Roosevelt- regarding conservation of public land

Who We Are - Celebrate Public Lands

Our Vision

With recent events that threaten our public lands, this is a celebration renewing our connection and appreciation for the amazing landscape that we share. We want to encourage all diverse members of our community who use this land to stand together in what they hold dear. We are so blessed to be able to adventure in this amazing space. Let's make sure it's here for generations to come. Public lands unite us- protect public lands for all.

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Schedule of Events: Dec 15th, 2024 1pm

A Celebration: Public Lands Unite Us!

Renewing our connections with this amazing landscape
Appreciation of the legacy of public lands in America
The success of the Chicken Creek Coalition and the community in protecting this heritage and in working together in unity
Diversity of uses, opportunities, and people that share this amazing place

Schedule

12:30 - DJ Music begins
1:15 - Live music with The Crickets
2:00 - Celebrations with special guest speakers
2:30 - More great live music with The Crickets
3:30 - wrap up, pack up, & clean up

Enjoying the Festivities

Campfires
An authentic chuckwagon serving hot drinks and cookies
Kids activities
A chance to learn about opportunities to engage with lots of outdoor organizations
Fun ways to show your appreciation
Add to a collection of testimonials about your connection to public lands
Mingle, dance, laugh, share stories, & reflect on this amazing birthright legacy we all share in our access and stewardship of public lands

Guest Speakers

Nick Mustoe, District Ranger, Dolores Ranger District, San Juan National Forest
Regina Lopez-Whiteskunk, Ute Mountain Ute Tribe
Colorado Cattlemen's Association Representative
Jen Magnuson, Director, Mancos Valley Chamber of Commerce

Local Participation

Participating Organizations

Mancos Trails Group
San Juan Mountain Association
Backcountry Hunters & Anglers
Mesa Verde Backcountry Horsemen
Mancos Cattlemen's Association
Chicken Creek Nordic Association
San Juan Sledders Snowmobile Club
Trout Unlimited

Participating Organizations

Fenceline Cider
Fahrenheit Coffee Roasters
Pioneer Printing
Southwest Signs & Graphics
Verde Designs
Mancos Valley Chamber of Commerce

Participating Organizations

Supported by Our Community

Event Details

Come Celebrate Public Lands

This is an outdoor event. Dress appropriately. Come join in the the celebration!

Location

Celebration is held at the Chicken Creek Nordic Trailhead.

13707-14009 CR 40.2, Mancos, CO 81328

A Celebration of our Land

01/11

Contact Us

We hope to see you Dec 15th, 2024 @ 1pm. Meet us at Chicken Creek Nordic Trailhead in Mancos, CO.

Hot drinks and music provided. Guest speakers. Come connect, celebrate, and support our community and public lands.

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Celebrate Public Lands

Celebrate & Protect Public Lands: public lands for all

Celebrate & Protect Public Lands: public lands for all

"We have fallen heirs to the most glorious heritage a people ever received, and each one must do his part if we wish to show that the nation is worthy of its good fortune."