The Elks will host an all-you-can-eat breakfast fundraiser benefiting Leslie’s Community Garden on Sunday, March 31, 2019, at the Elks Lodge in Silverthorne. The breakfast fare goes beyond the standard […]
Join Leslie's Garden for a presentation on plant propagation. This event is for everyone, whether you are a novice gardener or a seasoned veteran, all are welcome. The event will run for one hour, we hope to see you there! Applications are now open for community gardens. LEARN MORE.
Join Leslie's Garden for a presentation on edible and medicinal plants in the wild. This event is for everyone, whether you are a novice herbivore or a seasoned herbologist, all are welcome. The event will run for one hour, we hope to see you there!
Did you know that the average household leak wastes 10,000 gallons of water each year? That’s enough water for 1.5 years of daily showers. Spring is a great time to look for leaks. Try these 3 easy DIY tips: Identify toilet leaks: Placing a drop of food coloring in the toilet tank. If any color […]
Want to get a jump start on the gardening season? Join us as HC3 gardener Susie Nothnagel instructs you on the basics of high altitude vegetable gardening. This free workshop is geared towards new gardeners who want to learn the foundation of what grows well in our climate and how to get started. Applications are […]
Join HC3 at HighSide Brewery on Earth Day - Monday, April 22 at 5PM to party for the planet! We’ll be on-site to share brews and conversations about community climate goals, new recycling efforts and more. HighSide, located at 720 Main St. in Frisco, Colo., will offer a free drink that evening to anyone who […]
On April 24, head to the south parking lot at CMC's Breckenridge campus to check out some of the electric vehicles that cruise around Summit County's roads (including a Proterra bus) and chat with the locals that drive them! Learn what it's like to drive an EV in the winter, get more info about models […]
This summer, HC3 and the Climate Action Collaborative are launching Solarize Summit, a campaign to spread solar energy across the community. At the May 30 kick-off event, come learn about solar energy and special deals available in Summit County this summer only. The more people that sign up, the greater the discounts will be – […]
This is your chance to spend time in the garden with some HC3 gardeners! All plot holders from the Breckenridge Community Garden are encouraged to bring your seeds and plant your garden this evening. There will be on site education and support from Kyla Laplante and Camille Shoemaker, the farmers for Summit County’s CSA. Gardeners […]
Are you ready to start planting your vegetable garden? Let's take it to the next level! Join HC3 gardener Kyla Laplante in this free workshop to help you hone your gardening skills. The focus will be on garden plot planning, extending the garden season and pest management. Kyla is the farmer for Summit County’s wildly […]
Get your Solarize Summit questions answered! The Solarize team will be at HighSide Brewing in Frisco on June 19th from 5:30-7 PM to answer your Solarize Summit questions. Come find out all the benefits of this program and why now is time to go solar! For more information, check out our solarize website and sign […]
If you are a plot holder or someone interested in signing up for a plot at Leslie's Garden, then please join us on Saturday, June 1 from 10 am - 12 pm for an orientation and planting session at Leslie's Community Garden in Dillon. We will have a meet and greet from 10 am - […]
Get your Solarize Summit questions answered! The Solarize team will be at the Dillon Farmers Market July 26 and August 16 from 9 AM - 2 PM to answer your Solarize Summit questions. Come find out all the benefits of this program and why now is time to go solar! Did you hear the good […]
NEXT SESSION: Breckenridge community - get your Solarize Summit questions answered! Breckenridge Town Council recently approved $1,500 rebates per residential system for the first 25 systems installed. The Solarize team will be at the Multi-Purpose Room, Breckenridge Recreation Center anytime during 5:30-7 PM to learn more about the benefits of the program and how you […]
Get your Solarize Summit questions answered! The Solarize team will be at Angry James Brewing in Silverthorne on June 20th from 5:30-7 PM to answer your Solarize Summit questions. Come find out all the benefits of this program and why now is time to go solar! For more information, check out our solarize website and […]
Get your Solarize Summit questions answered! The Solarize team will be at Angry James Brewing in Silverthorne on June 20th from 5:30-7 PM to answer your Solarize Summit questions. Come find out all the benefits of this program and why now is time to go solar! For more information, check out our solarize website and […]
Join HC3 and the Summit Combined Housing Authority for a FREE informational session on the benefits of a Home Energy Audit. Learn about the energy audit process and the high impact improvements to your home to increase comfort, efficiency, & save you money. Find out about the many rebate & incentive programs. Play a part […]
Do you want to be active in the climate action efforts in our Summit County community? Be a Summit Climate Ambassador! HC3 invites you to the first meeting of the Summit Climate Ambassadors, on Wednesday, July 31. This group will meet bimonthly to get updates on implementation of the Climate Action Plan and brainstorm ideas […]
Join HC3 for a Community Celebration at the CSA Farm! Tour the CSA Farm, learn about the exciting programs HC3 is doing, and enjoy appetizers and complimentary wine and HighSide beer while you mingle with HC3 staff and board members and other community members. We look forward to seeing you! Please RSVP to help us […]
Volunteer with HC3 as we conduct a waste audit at the Summit County Landfill. You will be helping sort through waste streams from all over the county so we can determine how to develop our recycling programs to increase diversion for the decades to come. This is all part of the goal to divert 40% […]
How will climate change impact water availability in Colorado? HC3 and the Summit Climate Action Collaborative host Brad Udall, CSU Senior Water and Climate Research Scientist, to give a talk on climate change and water, Wednesday September 18 from 6 – 7:30 at the Frisco Adventure Park Day Lodge. Since 2000, the Colorado River has […]
Join High Country Conservation Center as we open the "Water at Risk" series at the Breckenridge Film Festival. This series showcases two short films on what happens to the water ecosystem and the communities when they are threaten. Learn about the challenges we face in our own community and what you can do to protect […]
Learn how energy improvements can benefit your commercial building and the environment! Join us on Wednesday, October 16, at the Summit County Community and Senior Center in the Hoosier Room from 12 pm to 1:30 pm for a free luncheon and workshop on energy efficiency and renewable energy for commercial buildings. Owners and operators will […]
HC3 invites you to a free public screening of film THE HUMAN ELEMENT. Film Synopsis: In an arresting new documentary from the producers of RACING EXTINCTION, THE COVE and CHASING ICE, environmental photographer James Balog captures the lives of everyday Americans on the front lines of climate change. With rare compassion and heart, THE HUMAN […]
Would you like your restaurant or commercial kitchen to become more environmentally friendly or more involved in your community? Restaurant composting is a great solution! Join High Country Conservation Center, Town of Breckenridge, and your peers to learn how to collect food waste for composting, discover hauler service options, and get the tools you need […]
If you want to be a part of the biggest party of the year in support of the CAIC then sign up to volunteer at the 12th Annual CAIC Benefit Bash presented by the Friends of the CAIC. Volunteer as a Zero Waste Warrior and help reduce the amount of waste going to the landfill […]
If you want to be a part of the biggest party of the year in support of the CAIC then sign up to volunteer at the 12th Annual CAIC Benefit Bash presented by the Friends of the CAIC. Volunteer as a Zero Waste Warrior and help reduce the amount of waste going to the landfill […]
Are you interested in conservation and making a difference in your community? Become a Zero Waste Ambassador with High Country Conservation! Join HC3 and your neighbors to learn more about how to sort recyclables, where our recycling goes, and how you can make a positive impact in our beautiful mountain community. In this intro session, […]
DISRUPTION: DEFINING RADICAL IN THE AGE OF HUMANS Speaker: Rob Davies Bio: Robert Davies is a physicist and noted science communicator whose work focuses on complexity, global change and human vibrancy. Over the past decade Rob has delivered hundreds of public lectures ― to policymakers, business leaders, civic organizations and faith communities ― and his […]
Summit Sustainable Building Code Open House Wednesday, January 29 3:30 – 5 PM Loveland Room, Summit County Community & Senior Center 83 Nancy’s Place, Frisco Members of the building community are invited to learn about upcoming changes to local building codes and training opportunities. Light refreshments will be provided. For questions, please email Jess.
Ski Copper. Do good. When you purchase a Copper Mountain lift ticket for Wednesday, January 27,$5 of your purchase will be donated to High Country Conservation Center. You’ll help protect this amazing place we call home, and you’ll get to enjoy some of the best skiing and riding in Colorado. Remember, your ticket must be […]
The Silverthorne Recycling Center is open to the public, however the Grand Opening Celebration and Recycling Q&A has been postponed. A new date will be selected this spring/summer. =============================== Join Summit County Government, Denver Water, and local towns for the grand opening of the new Silverthorne Recycling Center. HC3 staff will be on site to […]
Bring this bag home! The first 25 people to order $25 or more from Red Buffalo receive this reusable bag. Use coupon code FREE HCCC BAG at checkout. HC3 needs […]
Thursday, February 6 | Copper Mountain Ski Resort Ski or ride to support HC3 & the local environment. Purchase a $99 lift ticket in advance for skiing or riding at […]
Tuesday, August 12 | 3-4 pm | Virtual
Monday, August 18 | 6:30 pm | Dillon Amphitheatre
Wednesday, August 20th | 5:30-7:00 PM | Highside Brewing, Frisco
Tuesday, September 9 | 3:30-5 PM | North Branch Library, Silverthorne
Friday, September 12 | 10 am-12 pm | Frisco Recycling Center
Saturday, September 13 | 12–3 PM | Frisco Adventure Park
Wednesday, September 17th | 5:30-7:00 PM | Highside Brewing, Frisco
Wednesday, September 24 | 6-9 PM | 6th Alley, Arapahoe Basin Ski Area
Friday, September 26 | 10 am-12 pm | Silverthorne Recycling Center
Wednesday, October 1 | 7 – 8:15 PM | Silverthorne Pavilion
Saturday, October 25th - Sunday, November 16th | Breckenridge, Frisco, & Silverthorne Recycling Centers
