Spanish Peaks Alliance for Wildfire Protection

Spanish Peaks Alliance for Wildfire Protection Contact information, map and directions, contact form, opening hours, services, ratings, photos, videos and announcements from Spanish Peaks Alliance for Wildfire Protection, Nonprofit Organization, P. O. Box 421, La Veta, CO.

Following the Spring Creek Fire in 2018, SPAWP, a non-profit Colorado corporation with 501(c)(3) federal tax-exempt status, was created, with the mission to collaboratively protect the Spanish Peaks area from the impact of destructive events.

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06/15/2026

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UP and a CO insurance expert panel including Kelly Campbell (FAIR P...

Spanish Peaks Community Wildfire Mitigation informational outreach on June 25 showcasing the many efforts underway in th...
06/11/2026

Spanish Peaks Community Wildfire Mitigation informational outreach on June 25 showcasing the many efforts underway in the area. Please come learn about the efforts to improve forest health and reduce wildfire risk - bring your questions and feedback!

06/11/2026

Another day of very dry air and strong winds of 30-40mph are expected today. Areas in the boxes are at the most risk for fire starts. Red Flag Warnings are issued for these areas through the evening. Hot, dry, and windy conditions are likely outside of the red boxes as well. Do what you can to minimize the threat of wildfire starts for the area today!

06/11/2026
We are so grateful for the recognition of our community's work and collaboration with the US Forest Service. Thank you t...
06/10/2026

We are so grateful for the recognition of our community's work and collaboration with the US Forest Service. Thank you to all of our donors, volunteers, and supporters who help make this partnership successful, increasing fire resilliance in our region.

In southern Colorado’s Conejos and Huerfano counties, the threat of wildfire is more than a seasonal hazard—it’s part of daily life for the people who live, work and explore these landscapes. After years of destructive fires across Colorado, including the unforgettable 2018 Spring Creek Fire, ...

06/05/2026
Fire mitigation can do amazing things on our landscape, but it can leave behind a lot of slash that can be frustrating t...
06/03/2026

Fire mitigation can do amazing things on our landscape, but it can leave behind a lot of slash that can be frustrating to deal with after you're hot and tired from the effort of removing it in the first place.

But in many ways, slash removal is one of the most important aspects of your project because it removes the fuel from the area of concern or changes the way that fire interacts with it.

Check out this month's newsletter to learn about various slash removal methods to consider!

Cuchara residents, today Slash Saturday. 8-1
05/30/2026

Cuchara residents, today Slash Saturday. 8-1

Find upcoming SPAWP wildfire preparedness workshops, slash pile days, community events, and training sessions across Southern Colorado.

05/30/2026

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P. O. Box 421
La Veta, CO
81055

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+14322381157

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