the San Luis Valley Ecosystem council June Newsletter |
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- Where to Recycle, Updated Guide
- Wolf Creek Development Update
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- Native Plant Education in the SLV
- How to Support SLVEC's Work
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-An Updated Where to Recycle Guide - |
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SLVEC wants to make recycling as easy as possible for residents, as we know finding the right place to dispose of goods can be a real challenge. We have updated our "Where to Recycle Stuff" blog which catalogs and provides details (location, contact, items accepted) for local recycling centers. From bailing twine, clothing, and batteries to common household items like glass, cardboard, and plastics, this handy guide will support you in your recycling efforts and keep the environment healthy. | | |
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-Updates on the Wolf Creek Pass Case- |
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Want the latest status update on the Wolf Creek Pass case? Completely new to the issue and want to learn more? Read SLVEC’s latest blog post for information on the relentless battle to keep developers out of Wolf Creek Pass. Out-of-state investor, B.J. McCombs has proposed to build a gargantuan “Village” on top of Wolf Creek Pass since the late 1980s. Located between the San Juan and Weminuche Wilderness Areas, this project would destroy local ecosystems, interrupt wildlife corridors, pollute the Rio Grande, and harm nearby communities. Friends of Wolf Creek (FWC), led by Rocky Mountain Wild, San Juan Citizens Alliance, and the San Luis Valley Ecosystem Council, has worked tirelessly to prevent this "Village" from ever becoming a reality. FWC is currently waiting for the court's verdict, to see if McCombs's efforts to build a road through federal lands will be permitted. Stay tuned, and stay alert! Read the blog and visit Friends of Wolf Creek’s website. |
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-The Importance of Native Plants- |
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Spring snow and rainfall have given rise to an abundance of colorful flora across the San Luis Valley. Among the budding vegetation are many native plant species that offer a variety of important ecosystem services: |
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- Native plants contribute habitat, food, and pollination opportunities to local wildlife and insects.
- They also stabilize soil and protect against erosion.
- Having adapted to the unique conditions of the SLV, native plants are more resilient to pests, disease, and drought than most non-native species.
- Native plants, therefore, often require less water, fertilizers, and pesticides than non-natives.
- Native plants bring beauty and character to this Valley, inspiring awe and gratitude in onlookers.
This spring and summer be sure to get familiar with some of the amazing plant species that enrich our landscape. |
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-Native Plant Education in the SLV- |
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The Colorado Native Plant Society recently added a San Luis Valley Chapter. Chapter President Carol English has been organizing educational native plant walks and events. She is currently looking to collaborate with local botanists who would like to lead future classes. Visit the San Luis Valley Chapter webpage for more information on leading or participating in one of these important events! |
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Want to Support SLVEC? Visit our donation page to see all the ways that you can support our mission of protecting and restoring the biological diversity, ecosystems, and natural resources in the Upper Rio Grande Basin. |
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For the children of today and tomorrow, San Luis Valley Ecosystem Council is committed to protecting the 3.1 million acres of public lands that surround the Valley. |
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For additional news and updates, visit our Facebook, Instagram (@slv_ec), and Twitter pages, as well as our website! |
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