High Desert Conservation District

09/04/2026

Join High Desert Conservation District and the Wildfire Adapted Partnership on September 18th, 1-3PM at Fozzie's Farm for a practical workshop on w**d management and wildfire preparedness!

Learn about common local w**ds, effective treatment options, and ways to create defensible space around your home and property.

We’ll also share information about cost-share and other resources available to local landowners for w**d management and wildfire mitigation.

🌱 W**d identification & treatment
🔥 Defensible space
💰 Local cost-share opportunities

We hope to see you there!

08/31/2026

Join us this Wednesday! Great speakers, great information, and dinner provided with $5 registration: https://col.st/nk07c

08/26/2026

🌱 There’s Still Funding Available for the 2026 Turf Replacement Program!

The City of Cortez still has funding available to help residents and local businesses replace eligible turf with more water-efficient landscaping.

If you’ve been considering a turf replacement project, now is a great time to get started! Projects must be completed by the end of October 2026 to qualify for this year’s remaining funding.

Funding is limited and available on a first-come, first-served basis, so don’t wait!
📩 Contact the City of Cortez Public Works Department for more information and to see if your project qualifies.
https://www.cortezco.gov/913/Turf-Replacement-Program

08/25/2026

We're hiring! https://www.indeed.com/job/conservation-planner-0ad62057fc58a66e Applications accepted through Indeed.

High Desert Conservation District

08/20/2026

Learn how to protect your legacy, join us for a Risk Management Workshop
Wednesday, Sept. 2nd, 6:00–8:00 p.m.
First National Bank, 2258 E Main St. in Cortez

Practical Protection for Agriculture and Agritourism - From the Field to the Farmgate

Agriculture comes with risks—but the right coverage can help protect everything you’ve worked hard to build. Join us for a practical workshop covering FSA resources, crop insurance, and personal and property coverage for agricultural and agritourism operations. Bring your questions and learn directly from industry professionals!

Topics include:
Kacey Riedel | USDA Farm Service Agency | FSA Drought and Insurance Programs
Cameron Barr | Mountain West Insurance | Crop Insurance Programs
Speaker on Farm/Ranch Business Insurance

Registration Information
$5.00 per person registration fee, dinner included with RSVP. Use the link to register or scan the QR code. https://col.st/nk07c

Questions? Contact us! Lanea Donahoo, Program Assistant
CSU Ext. Montezuma County, 970-565-3123 or [email protected]

High Desert Conservation District LOR Foundation CSU Extension - Montezuma County USDA Farm Service Agency Mountain West Insurance and Financial Services, LLC