Join the High Country Conservation Center, Broken Compass Brewing & Après Handcrafted Libations for the Tiki Tuesday Luau! Broken Compass will be providing a special "outside the taproom" release of its Coconut Porter and Apres will be issuing a special Tiki Tuesday menu featuring a few tiki-inspired cocktails. 10% of all cocktail and Broken Compass purchases will benefit HC3, so […]

Are you ready to get a jump start on gardening? Join HC3 as expert gardeners, and High Country CSA farmer Kyla LaPlante, instruct you on how to start seeds indoors in preparation for gardening season. Summit County's short growing season makes it hard to grow plants that take loner to mature, but starting seeds is […]

Did you know Summit County Libraries has a seed library? Join HC3 Board Member and expert gardener, Jenny Hammock, as she teaches you how to use the seed library, how to "check out" seeds, and how to plant them so they grow to seed. Environmental Educator, Dana Wissmiller, will be on-site to share a live […]

Join HC3's Community Program Coordinator, Hallie Jaeger, for lessons on food waste prevention and how to donate excess harvest to families in need through the Grow to Share Program. WIC (Supplemental Nutrition Program for Women, Infants, & Children) Director, Whitney Horner, will be on-hand to share healthy recipes and speak about the impact of your […]

Come out for a tour of the beautiful, new Leslie's Garden in Dillon. Meet and greet with the steering committee & gardeners, as well as learn tips, tricks and tactics on leadership, funding, garden aesthetics, and how to produce a community garden that can give back to the community.

Join the High Country Conservation Center (HC3), Blue River Watershed Group, Town of Silverthorne and Trout Unlimited for the Blue River Explorer Hike - a part of Silverthorne's First Friday lineup -  from 4-7pm on June 1, 2018. Taking place at the Bandstand on the Blue at the Silverthorne Pavilion, this celebration will showcase Cycle […]

Click to see what's accepted. Drop off your hard to recycle items | Saturday, August 28 High Country Conservation Center in partnership with Summit County will be helping residents properly dispose of their household hazardous waste (HHW) by making dropping off these items easy. The community is invited to bring their unwanted paint, household cleaners, […]

Volunteers are the backbone of the Colorado BBQ Challenge in Frisco. They do everything from selling beer to moving tables to assisting with registration and selling t-shirts. This event would not happen without the hundreds of volunteers who donate their time year after year. The Colorado BBQ Challenge is also extremely proud to be a […]

Alpine Bank invites you to a free community Shred ay on Wednesday, June 20, 2018 from 10am to 2pm at Alpine Bank Dillon. Shred any unwanted documents with personal information at this on-site event. Staples or paperclips do not need to be removed. All donations benefit the Rotary Club of Summit County. *Limit four boxes […]

In celebration of locally grown food, the High Country Conservation is hosting its Annual CSA Celebration, Tuesday, August 14th from 5-7pm at the Summit CSA greenhouses in Frisco. Appetizers and libations will be served, and you'll get the chance to tour the greenhouses and mingle with HC3 staff & board members, as well as other […]

The High Country Conservation Center is proud to be working with The Keystone Neighbourhood Company and Keystone Festivals as Zero-Waste educators at the 23rd Annual Keystone Bluegrass & Beer Festival, August 3 & 4, 2019. Volunteers will receive an event t-shirt, tickets for food and drinks, discounts on taster glasses, and plenty of good Karma! There […]

Just in time for summer project season, join HC3’s Energy Team for a crash course on DIY energy efficiency improvements. Learn home energy basics and how to tackle projects like caulking windows, replacing door weather stripping, installing programmable thermostats, and swapping aerators on faucets. This free workshop will take place Thursday, June 21st  from 5:30 – […]

Town of Dillon was the only community without a community garden until now! Thanks to a generous donation from the Stair family and the hard work of town staff, Dillon now has a community garden to call its own. Join us for a special ribbon-cutting ceremony on Thursday, July 5 from 6-7pm. Please RSVP to […]

Come to The Crown in Breckenridge or Abbey's Coffee in Frisco on Wednesday, July 25th from 7:30-9am for HC3's #BeLocal Day. Chat with staff and board members of HC3, learn about our programs and grab a free water bottle (limited supply). Being “local” isn’t defined by “us vs. them” or by how many years you […]

Growing and distributing local and sustainable food is part of the mission of the High Country Conservation Center (HC3). This year, HC3 celebrates our locally produced foods at the 10th Annual Harvest Dinner, Tuesday, September 18th from 5-9:30pm at Frisco Prime. This four-course meal is created solely with donations from local farms and food sources. […]

The Town of Breckenridge and HC3 invite Breckenridge residents to discuss a proposed “Save as You Recycle” program to increase recycling in Breckenridge. This program will allow residents to select different size curbside trash bins, with smaller trash bins (and large recycling containers) costing less than larger trash bins. Thurs, June 28, 5:30-7pm. Presentation to […]

Continental Divide Land Trust and HC3 have partnered once again to bring you the 7th Annual Wild & Scenic Film Festival. This festival portrays individuals and communities across the globe solving climate change issues revolving around water conservation, energy, food systems, biodiversity, resource management, and the protection and restoration of wild lands and wild waters. […]

Join HC3 & local, small business owner, Virginia Hammock, as we learn more about the fascinating world of succulents. This workshop will cover basic care of the plants, propagation techniques, and troubleshooting issues. RSVP Here Download flyer HERE

HC3's largest fundraiser of the year includes a beer tasting with 6 local breweries breweries – Angry James, Baker’s Brewery, Broken Compass, Dillon Dam Brewery, HighSide Brewing and Pug Ryan’s – plus, wine from Antler’s Liquor & Wine Cellar. The Tim McClure Benefit also includes one of the largest silent auctions in the county, music from […]

Who should attend: Anyone with questions about or interest in local recycling, both current and future state. Topics include what we can recycle, what we can’t recycle and why, how recycling is funded, and opportunities – including the upcoming Ballot Measure 1A – for expanding recycling in Summit County. Hosted by: High Country Conservation Center […]

Imagine a day with no water in Lake Dillon, with stream flows too low to support wildlife. Water is not only essential to life, it’s an integral piece of our mountain lifestyle – from the places we play to the beer we drink. To raise awareness of this precious resource, water providers across Summit County […]

Join HC3's energy experts for a free workshop on fast, easy & affordable home energy efficiency projects. Light refreshments will be served and all attendees will receive a free home energy efficiency kit.

Please join HC3 and its community partners for a Climate Action Open House! We’ll kick off the evening with a brief presentation about the process we went through to develop a Climate Action Plan for our community. Afterwards, attendees will have the opportunity to visit stations to learn about different aspects of the plan and […]

What will Earth's greatest challenges be this century? On Wednesday, January 30 at 6:30 PM, join HC3 for a discussion moderated by local resident Don Sather. Four panelists will discuss complex issues such as climate change, population, consumption, pandemic, famine, automation, and disaster. This event takes place at the Frisco Adventure Park Day Lodge located […]

The High Country Conservation Center is partnering with the towns of Breckenridge and Frisco for a temporary yard sign recycling program. Dates vary and are limited. Some candidates collect their signs for reused - please check with your local candidate and/or campaign committee before recycling. Corrugated plastic political signs, along with the metal stakes (which […]

Join Leslie's Garden for a presentation on early plant starts from seeds and soil augmentation. 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!

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 pancakes and eggs. Silent auction proceeds and proceeds from the event will help offset costs of purchasing and installing a community information board in the […]

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.

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 […]

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!

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 […]

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 […]

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 […]

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 […]

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 […]

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 – […]

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 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 […]

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 […]

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 […]

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 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 […]

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 […]

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 […]

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 […]

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 […]

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 […]

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 […]

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 your help recycling the right way. That means recycling only what’s accepted and trashing the rest. Join us for a virtual show and tell on […]

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 Copper Mountain on February 6th and a portion of the proceeds will benefit HC3’s environmental work across Summit County. Just by hitting the slopes, you’ll help […]

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

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