GOATs and Llamas Team Up to Rebuild Willow Lake Trail in the Sangre de Cristo Mountains
GOATs, llamas, and volunteers spent 8 days rebuilding switchbacks on Willow Lake Trail near Crestone, CO, in the Rio Grande National Forest.
Community & Partner Spotlights
SLV GO! Embajadores Support Baca National Wildlife Refuge Freedom 250 Event in the San Luis Valley
SLV GO Embajadores supported the Baca National Wildlife Refuge Freedom 250 event with heritage and bird walks, a regional history panel, and conservation learning focused on land, water, wildlife, prairie dog research, and San Luis Valley stewardship.
National Trails Day 2026 Brings Volunteers Together for Major Pronghorn Trail Improvements
National Trails Day 2026 brought volunteers, SLV GO, and Volunteers for Outdoor Colorado together for two days of hands-on improvements that made Del Norte’s Calaveras Trail stronger, safer, and more fun to ride.
Shared Landscapes, Shared Futures: Reflections from the Partners in the Outdoors Conference
Across the panel, a clear theme emerged: conservation and recreation are not opposing forces—they are deeply interdependent. When we invest in the health of ecosystems, we are simultaneously investing in the quality, sustainability, and longevity of outdoor recreation.
Mountainfilm on Tour 2026 in Monte Vista, CO
This event took place on April 16, 2026. Stay tuned for next year’s screening — and sign up for our
A Full House and a Shared Vision in Saguache
Last week, I had the opportunity to meet with Saguache County Sustainable Environment and Economic Development (ScSEED) and community members for a thoughtful and energizing conversation about outdoor access, community health, and collaboration in the San Luis Valley.
Listening First
In 2025, the City of Alamosa, in partnership with SLV GO! and community organizations, released a comprehensive report examining how residents access, use, and experience local parks and trails.
From Vision to Footpath
In southeast Alamosa, there’s a trail network that tells a story bigger than dirt and gravel. It’s called the Toivo Malm Trail Network, and it’s more than a place to walk, hike, fish, or bird-watch—it’s a symbol of what happens when a community comes together with vision, care, and heart.
Cultivando Querencia: Growing Belonging in the Outdoors
In Spring 2024, SLV GO! launched Cultivando Querencia, a storytelling project honoring lived experiences in the outdoors. Through community listening sessions, we’re working to grow a deeper sense of belonging in the San Luis Valley.