Water Efficiency Workshop
2025-08-12 15:00 - 16:00 (America/Denver) | Virtual
Tuesday, August 12 | 3-4 PM | Virtual

High Country Conservation Center is excited to offer a FREE virtual Water Efficiency Workshop for landscape professionals, resort and grounds staff, HOA board members, water utility staff, and municipal staff involved in water or irrigation management in Summit County and surrounding regions.

Experts from Irrigation Analysis will review QWEL course materials pertaining to post-season checklists to equip landscape professionals and interested parties with base-level knowledge of local water supply and infrastructure. As well as, best practices including a shut-down checklist turning on and setting up irrigation systems for the summer season. The webinar counts as 1 QWEL CU.

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Mountain Music Monday at Dillon Amphitheatre
2025-08-18 18:30 - 20:00 | Dillon Amphitheatre
Monday, August 18 | 6:30 PM | Dillon Amphitheatre

Join HC3 for a night of free live music at the Dillon Amphitheatre. Live music will be by King Stingray.

High Country Conservation Center will be the local non-profit beneficiary. HC3 will get $1 from every alcoholic beverage sold. So come out, grab a beverage and enjoy a fun evening of live music in support of HC3 and our conservation programs!

Water in the West Series: Water Usage in Our Ski Areas
2025-08-20 17:30 - 19:00 | Highside Brewery, Highside Brewery, Frisco
Wednesday, August 20th | 5:30-7:00 PM | Highside Brewing, Frisco

Join HC3 this summer for our Water in the West speaker series! Each month, we will be collaborating with local organizations to explore critical water issues impacting our region. Join the conversation and become part of the solution through these inspirational and educational events.For the third event in the series, Friends of the Dillon Ranger District will be leading a conversation with Troy Wineland about how our ski areas use water.These events are free to the community and will have food available. If possible, please sign up so we can have a more accurate headcount for food. Drinks (adult beverages or otherwise) not included.

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Events in this series:

Water in the West Series Event 1: Climate Change & Water Scarcity – Wednesday, June 18th

Water in the West Series Event 2: Wildfire Ready Watersheds – Wednesday, July 16th

Water in the West Series Event 3: Water Usage in our Ski Resorts – Wednesday, August 20th

Water in the West Series Event 4- Wednesday, September 17th

Sustainable Solutions for HOAs & Businesses
2025-09-09 15:30 - 17:00 | Summit County Library – North Branch, Lodge Room
Tuesday, September 9 | 3:30-5 PM | North Branch Library, Silverthorne
Are your customers, homeowners, or tenants requesting EV charging? Did you hear about the Universal Recycling Ordinance passed in Frisco, Breckenridge and unincorporated Summit County? Interested in reducing your outdoor water usage? Unsure about how to get started?
Join the High Country Conservation Center and partners for a FREE and informative workshop designed to help HOAs and businesses in Summit County take advantage of sustainability programs. This event will provide information on three key topics:

EV Charging: Learn about current EV charging programs, rebates, eligibility, and how to get started.

Universal Recycling Ordinance (URO): Understand the ordinance, how to comply, and available funding options.

Water Conservation: Find out about rebates available to your HOA or business to help you reduce outdoor water waste through irrigation system upgrades and turf replacements.

This workshop is your opportunity to learn about programs that can save your HOA or business money, enhance the experience for your customers or homeowners, and improve sustainability. Attendees will also have the chance to connect with experts one-on-one and ask questions specific to their situation.
Snacks included!

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Stump the Recycling Experts - Frisco
2025-09-12 10:00 - 12:00 | Frisco Recycling Center, 221 Peak One Drive, Frisco
Friday, September 12 | 10 am-12 pm | Frisco Recycling Center

Get your recycling questions answered when you recycle at the Frisco Recycling Center. HC3 staff and volunteers will be on-site to help you learn more about recycling in our community. It’s your chance to find out where your recycling goes, ask your toughest questions, and find out more about HC3’s programs and events. We are here to help!

Can’t make it? We will be at recycling centers around the county all summer. Check out our event page to find a Stump the Recycling Experts event near you!

Frisco EV Ride & Drive
2025-09-13 12:00 - 15:00 | Frisco Adventure Park
Saturday, September 13 | 12–3 PM | Frisco Adventure Park

Curious about electric vehicles? Come test drive the latest EV models, chat with local owners, and learn about incentives and charging options—all for free! These hands-on events are a fun, no-pressure way to explore driving electric in Summit County.

Already drive an EV? Sign up to showcase your vehicle and share your experience.

Hosted by High Country Conservation Center and partners—come see what driving electric is all about!

If you are interested in getting an EV, now’s the time! You can get up to $7,500 in federal tax credits when you switch to an EV—but don’t wait, with the passage of the Big Beautiful Bill, EV rebates won’t be available for long. Take action before Sept. 30 to lock in your 2025 tax credits.

Stump the Recycling Experts - Silverthorne
2025-09-26 10:00 - 12:00 | Silverthorne Recycling Center, 0255 River Road, Silverthorne
Friday, September 26 | 10 am-12 pm | Silverthorne Recycling Center

Get your recycling questions answered when you recycle at the Silverthorne Recycling Center. HC3 staff and volunteers will be on-site to help you learn more about recycling in our community. It’s your chance to find out where your recycling goes, ask your toughest questions, and find out more about HC3’s programs and events. We are here to help!

Can’t make it? We will be at recycling centers around the county all summer. Check out our event page to find a Stump the Recycling Experts event near you!

SOLD OUT: Climate Town Live! A Very Colorado Town Hall
2025-10-01 19:00 - 20:15 | Silverthorne Pavilion, 400 Blue River Pkwy, Silverthorne, CO 80498
Wednesday, October 1 | 7 – 8:15 PM | Silverthorne PavilionDoors open at 6:30

Can climate change be…funny? Let’s find out! Join HC3 for an evening with comedian Rollie Williams.

Rollie is the creator and host of Climate Town, a YouTube series about the climate crisis, and co-creator of The Climate Denier’s Playbook. A Golden, Colorado native turned Brooklyn-based comedian, he also happens to hold a master’s degree in Climate Science & Policy from Columbia University.

While the climate crisis doesn’t exactly scream “comedy show,” for one night, Rollie will explore the lighter side of the defining challenge of our century. Using multimedia, sharp wit, and a healthy dose of research, he’ll unpack everything from oil propaganda to corporate misfeasance to our complex energy system. Witness the comedy phenomenon that critics are already calling, “not as depressing as I thought it would be!”

This event is FREE, but tickets are required. A special thanks to the Town of Silverthorne for their generous support in hosting this event.

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Free Pumpkin Composting
2025-10-25 - 2025-11-16
This Halloween don’t trash your pumpkins – instead turn them into high country compost!
FREE PUMPKIN COMPOSTING OPEN TO THE PUBLIC
Available Saturday, October 25th through Sunday, November 16th at the Breckenridge, Frisco and Silverthorne Recycling Centers.
There will be clearly marked pumpkin composting bins at the drop off centers. Please remove candles, artificial lighting, paint, glitter, and any other decorations before putting them in the designated bins. Your pumpkins will be taken to the Summit County Resource Allocation Park (SCRAP) where they will be mixed with food waste and other materials for composting.
Thanks to Summit Rolls-Offs and Summit County Government for making this program possible.
Breckenridge Recycling Center | Open 24 hours a day284 Coyne Valley Rd., Breckenridge, CO 80424
Frisco Recycling Center | Open 24 hours a day221 Peak One Blvd., Frisco, CO 80443
Silverthorne Recycling Center | Open 24 hours a day0255 River Rd., Silverthorne, CO 80498

Restaurant Food Scrap Composting Workshop
2026-01-28 11:00 - 13:00 | Bistro North, 270 Dillon Ridge Rd, Dillon CO
Wednesday, January 28 | 11 AM – 1 PM | Bistro North, 270 Dillon Ridge Rd, Dillon CO

Calling all Summit County restaurants: If you’re looking for a recipe for less waste and more impact- start composting your food scraps! Bonus: you’ll help us reach our community waste reduction goals.

Join HC3 for a free workshop to learn more about adding food scrap collection to your operations. Enjoy tasty treats and a behind the scenes tour of one local restaurant successfully composting their food scraps and hear how it’s helped them reduce their food waste.

Reserve your spot today!

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Patagonia/HC3 Film Night: The Scale of Hope
2026-01-29 19:00 - 21:00 | Patagonia Store Breckenridge
Thursday, January 29 | 7 – 9 PM | Patagonia Breckenridge, 133 S Main St

Doors Open @ 7:00

Film runs 7:30 – 8:40

Discussion 8:40 – 9:00

It’s been a challenging year for U.S policy, but that doesn’t mean there’s no hope for solving the climate crisis. In fact, hope is powerful force for change. On January 29, join HC3 and Patagonia Breckenridge for a screening of the film, “The Scale of Hope.” This inspiring film follows former White House climate advisor Molly Kawahata as she prepares for an expedition in the Alaska Range while working to create a new climate narrative that centers her favorite question—What can I do to help?

Snacks will be provided, and a short discussion will follow the film.

The event is FREE, but tickets are required. Get yours here: https://www.zeffy.com/en-US/ticketing/copy-28

HOA Sustainability Champions Meeting
2026-02-25 17:00 - 18:00 | Virtual
Passionate about sustainability and ready to make an impact on your HOA and across Summit County? HC3 is recruiting full-time residents to serve as HOA Sustainability Champions! Attend quarterly meetings and help your community reduce waste.

Join our first virtual meetup Feb. 25, 5–6 p.m. Interested?

Sign Up Here

Party for the Planet
2026-03-06 18:00 - 21:00 | Keystone Conference Center, 633 Tennis Club Rd, Dillon
Friday, March 6 | 6 – 9 PM | Keystone Conference Center, 633 Tennis Club Rd, Dillon

Get your tickets now for HC3’s biggest fundraiser of the year! Your ticket includes an evening of wine and beer, a delicious dinner, access to one of Summit County’s largest silent auctions, and plenty of fun. Every dollar raised directly supports our impactful programs.

Celebrate our community’s conservation champions with the Green Scene awards. Enjoy live music and try your luck with the gift card grab. Get creative at Iconix’s bag lab, where you can design your very own reusable tote. And don’t miss our spectacular silent auction, featuring unique experiences, wellness packages, outdoor gear, and much more.

Whether you’re rocking your favorite jeans or dressing up in your finest mountain chic, Party for the Planet is the perfect night to connect with friends, celebrate our community, and support local climate action and conservation efforts.

Prices will go up, get your ticket now!

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Play Forever Thursday at Copper Mountain 2026
2026-03-12 09:00 - 16:00 | Copper Mountain
Thursday, March 12 | 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 March 12th and a portion of the proceeds will benefit HC3’s environmental work across Summit County. Just by hitting the slopes, you’ll help the Summit County community reduce carbon pollution, save energy, increase recycling and composting, and conserve water.

It’s all part of Copper’s Play Forever commitment to protect the environment and support our community. All sales from March 12th will benefit High Country Conservation Center.

*Please note, $99 Play Forever Thursday lift tickets can ONLY be purchased online, in advance. They will not be sold at the ticket window

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Save Our Snow 2026
2026-04-18 09:00 - 16:00 | Arapahoe Basin Ski Area
Saturday, April 18 | 9-4 PM | Arapahoe Basin

Join HC3 and Arapahoe Basin for a fun filled day at the ski area! During the Save Our Snow event, the base area transforms into a village where you can increase your knowledge about sustainability issues in our Green Village and score prizes in our raffle and silent auction. The vibes will stay high with live music.
Special thank you to our carpoolers! We’ll be handing out small tokens of appreciation to cars with 4+ people. Claim your prize from the time lots open (7 AM) until we run out of swag.
Raffle tickets are $3 for one, $5 for two, or $20 for arm’s length raffle tickets! All proceeds benefit HC3.
Schedule:

9am-2pm: Green Village open & raffle tickets on sale

12pm-3pm: Live music

1:45/2pm: Raffle begins. Must be present to win

2:45pm: Silent Auction Ends. Must be present to win

You may buy your tickets in advance.

Learn more about winter parking here.

Earth Day Fair
2026-04-22 15:30 - 18:30 | Breckenridge Colorado Mountain College, 107 Denison Placer Road, Breckenridge
Wednesday, April 22 | Colorado Mountain College

Join us at Colorado Mountain College for an afternoon learning about rewilding- the effort to reestablish vital ecological processes by restoring key native species.

The event kicks off at 3:30 with light refreshments, then a screening of The Rewilders at 4:30, followed by a talk by Ecologist, Delia Malone.

Compost Giveaway Event
2026-05-29 09:00 - 12:00
Friday, May 29 | 9am – 12pm | Various Locations

You’ve been collecting food scraps all year long, now it’s time to reap the benefits. HC3, in partnership with the Summit County Resource Allocation Park, is offering FREE compost to food scrap participants! Bring your own bag or bucket, and stop by one of three locations on Friday, May 29th from 9am-12pm to receive your free sample of High Country Compost. Locations:

Frisco: 83 Nancy’s Place by the Summit County Community and Senior Center.

Dillon: 152 Tenderfoot Street by the Dillon Public Basketball Court.

Breckenridge: Denison Placer Rd & Coyne Valley Rd by Colorado Mountain College.

*Free compost is reserved for Food Scrap Program Participants only and there is a limit of one bag/bucket per person.*

Interested in volunteering for the Compost Giveaway? We still need extra hands! Sign up here to volunteer May 29

Annual Hard to Recycle Event
2026-05-30 08:00 - 14:00 | Summit Stage Bus Barn, 0222 County Shops Rd, Frisco, CO 80443, USA
Saturday, May 30 | 8-2 PM | Summit Stage Bus Barn

Help protect our health and local waterways by properly disposing of your household hazardous waste (HHW). Join HC3 and Summit County Government for this free drive-through event.

Accepted at the Event:

Vape Devices
Prescription and over-the-counter medications

Pill form medications: original containers preferred, but will accept any packaging

Liquid form medications: original containers only

Electronic Waste

TVs, laptops, cellphones & tablets

Computer monitors, printers, keyboards & wires

Sound systems, DVD players & VCRs

Aerosol cans, chemicals & cleaners

Paints, thinners, glues & adhesives

Fertilizers & pesticides

Gently used clothing

Batteries

Mercury thermostats and switches

Not Accepted at the Event:

No Ammunition

No Gasoline, Antifreeze, Motor oil, and Oil filters

No Appliances or Scrap Metal

No Explosives

No Infectious or Biologically active materials

No Propane tanks

No Fluorescent or CFLs bulbs

No Radioactive materials

No Commercial loads

Can’t make the event? The Summit County Resource Allocation Park accepts many of these items and more, year-round. It’s free for residents and homeowners. Learn how to dispose of your hard-to-recycle items or call HC3 at (970) 668-5703.

Interested in volunteering at the event? We still need extra hands. Sign up here to help keep our community clean.

SCRAP Convenience Center Grand Opening
2026-06-11 11:00 - 13:00
Did you know? There’s a new place in town for all of your recycling needs.

The Summit County Resource Allocation Park (SCRAP) now offers a Convenience Center, where residents can drop off a variety of recyclables at no charge! The center is set up is similar to the other three recycling drop sites, but with more items collected. No more driving through the full SCRAP grounds to drop your materials.

The Convenient Center offers drop off for the following materials:

Electronic Recycling:

Batteries

Miscellaneous Electronics (printers, stereos, dvd players, keyboards, etc.)

PC Type Devices (smart phones, tablets, computers, laptops)

Flat Screen TVs and Monitors

Tube TVs

Classic Recycling:

Plastic Bottles/Jugs/Tubs

Aluminum & Tin Cans

Glass Bottles & Jars

Mixed Paper

Cardboard

Scrap metal

Noxious Weeds

Clothing

Household Hazardous Waste

Paint/Stain

Fertilizers

Cleaners

Oil/Antifreeze

The new Center is open only during SCRAP business hours. Anyone using the Convenience Center must drive through the gatehouse to access the new recycling drop site. At the gate house, they can let the attendant know what materials they have and will be directed to the Convenience Center to the right to dispose of at no cost.

Residents with only a few bags of trash will also be able to dispose of these at the Convenience Center for a small fee.

If you’re curious to check it out, stop by on June 11th from 11am to 1pm for a “Grand Opening” event. Recycling experts with High Country Conservation Center will be on site to answer all of your recycling questions.

SCRAP Address: 639 Landfill Road, Keystone

Hours of Operation:

Mon-Fri 7a-4p

Sat 7a-12

Sun Closed

Water in the West Series
2026-06-17 17:30 - 19:00 | Highside Brewery, Highside Brewery, Frisco
Wednesday, June 17th | 5:30-7:00 PM | Highside Brewing, Frisco

Join High Country Conservation Center, Friends of the Dillon Ranger District and Blue River Watershed Group for our annual Water in the West series, highlighting water issues facing Summit County and Colorado.
These social events occur the third Wednesday each month, starting in June, at Highside Brewing in Frisco.
To kick off the summer, High Country Conservation Center (HC3) welcomes Allen Best of Big Pivots to discuss the relationship between climate change and water scarcity.
Food will be provided, so please sign up if you plan on attending! We hope to see you there!

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CANCELED DUE TO WEATHER -Stump the Recycling Experts - Breckenridge
2026-06-25 11:00 - 13:00 | Breckenridge Recycling Center, 284 Coyne Valley Rd, Breckenridge
Thursday, June 25th | 11am – 1pm | Breckenridge Recycling Center

Get your recycling questions answered when you recycle at the Breckenridge Recycling Center. HC3 staff and volunteers will be on-site to help you learn more about recycling in our community. It’s your chance to find out where your recycling goes, ask your toughest questions, and find out more about HC3’s programs and events. We are here to help!

Can’t make it? We will be at recycling centers around the county all summer. Check out our event page to find a Stump the Recycling Experts event near you!

Stump the Recycling Experts - Silverthorne
2026-06-29 11:00 - 13:00 | Silverthorne Recycling Center, 0255 River Road, Silverthorne
Monday, June 29 | 11am – 1pm | Silverthorne Recycling Center

Get your recycling questions answered when you recycle at the Silverthorne Recycling Center. HC3 staff and volunteers will be on-site to help you learn more about recycling in our community. It’s your chance to find out where your recycling goes, ask your toughest questions, and find out more about HC3’s programs and events. We are here to help!

Can’t make it? We will be at recycling centers around the county all summer. Check out our event page to find a Stump the Recycling Experts event near you!

Smart Heat Tape Controls for HOAs and Businesses
2026-06-30 16:00 - 17:00 | Virtual
Tired of your electric bills skyrocketing when you turn on your heat tape? Join us Tuesday, June 30th from at 4 pm for a virtual workshop with Powder Watts to learn how smart heat tape controls can significantly reduce energy consumption and operating costs — without compromising protection from ice dams and frozen pipes.

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The Casual Enormity of Adam Palmer Film
2026-07-02 18:30 - 21:00 | Silverthorne Pavilion, 400 Blue River Pkwy, Silverthorne, CO 80498
Join us for a viewing of The Casual Enormity of Adam Palmer, a documentary about a mountain town sustainability all-star from Eagle County who deftly created positive change in his community and throughout the region. Adam had a way of connecting you to your highest purpose, your hero’s journey, often leaving you wondering how you had gotten involved in the first place. Throughout his career, Adam was visionary in launching numerous organizations and initiatives to reduce pollution and improve resilience. This film, directed by local climate film maker Todd Anders Johnson, explores the life and impact of one mighty character while exposing the possibilities we all have to improve our lives and the things around us.

Date: Thursday, July 2nd

Time: Doors open at 6:30 pm, film starts at 7 pm.

Where: Silverthorne Pavillion

The event will end by 9 pm. Drinks available for purchase. Get your tickets here.

Stump the Recycling Experts - Silverthorne
2026-07-08 11:00 - 13:00 | Silverthorne Recycling Center, 0255 River Road, Silverthorne
Wednesday, July 8, 2026 | 11am – 1pm | Silverthorne Recycling Center

Get your recycling questions answered when you recycle at the Silverthorne Recycling Center. HC3 staff and volunteers will be on-site to help you learn more about recycling in our community. It’s your chance to find out where your recycling goes, ask your toughest questions, and find out more about HC3’s programs and events. We are here to help!

Can’t make it? We will be at recycling centers around the county all summer. Check out our event page to find a Stump the Recycling Experts event near you!

Solarize Summit for Residents and Businesses
2026-07-08 17:30 - 18:30 | Virtual
July 8 | 5:30-6:30pm | Virtual

Over 340 participating Summit County households and businesses. One trusted community solar program. Solarize Summit has been making solar simple since 2019—with a streamlined process and zero pressure. In 2026, new program discounts for solar panels and battery storage help offset the lost federal tax credit, putting solar-powered energy independence within reach.
Join us on July 8th from 5:30-6:30pm to learn about how you can save with solar and batteries.
Register here.

Summit Electrified: Home Electrification for Beginners- Silverthorne
2026-07-16 17:30 - 19:00 | Silverthorne Pavilion, 400 Blue River Pkwy, Silverthorne, CO 80498
What’s a heat pump, anyway? Is induction cooking really better than gas? What upgrades make sense for a Summit County home? Get answers at Summit Electrified: Home Electrification for Beginners, a homeowner workshop from HC3, Go Electric Colorado, and Town of Silverthorne. We’ll cover the upgrades that matter most — heat pumps, water heaters, and induction stoves — plus rebates from HC3, Xcel Energy, and the State of Colorado to help you take the next step.

Join us Thursday July 16, at the Silverthorne Pavilion from 5:30 pm – 7 pm.

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Stump the Recycling Experts - Breckenridge
2026-07-20 11:00 - 13:00 | Breckenridge Recycling Center, 284 Coyne Valley Rd, Breckenridge
Monday, July 20 | 11am – 1pm | Breckenridge Recycling Center

Get your recycling questions answered when you recycle at the Breckenridge Recycling Center. HC3 staff and volunteers will be on-site to help you learn more about recycling in our community. It’s your chance to find out where your recycling goes, ask your toughest questions, and find out more about HC3’s programs and events. We are here to help!

Can’t make it? We will be at recycling centers around the county all summer. Check out our event page to find a Stump the Recycling Experts event near you!

Summit Electrified: Home Electrification for Beginners- Frisco
2026-07-21 17:30 - 19:00 | Highside Brewery, Highside Brewery, Frisco
What’s a heat pump, anyway? Is induction cooking really better than gas? What upgrades make sense for a Summit County home? Get answers at Summit Electrified: Home Electrification for Beginners, a homeowner workshop from HC3, Go Electric Colorado, and the Town of Frisco. We’ll cover the upgrades that matter most — heat pumps, water heaters, and induction stoves — plus rebates from HC3, Xcel Energy, and the State of Colorado to help you take the next step.

Join us Tuesday, July 21st at Highside Brewing Frisco from 5:30 pm – 7 pm.

RSVP HERE.

Stump the Recycling Experts - Silverthorne
2026-07-23 11:00 - 13:00 | Silverthorne Recycling Center, 0255 River Road, Silverthorne
Thursday, July 23 | 11am – 1pm | Silverthorne Recycling Center

Get your recycling questions answered when you recycle at the Silverthorne Recycling Center. HC3 staff and volunteers will be on-site to help you learn more about recycling in our community. It’s your chance to find out where your recycling goes, ask your toughest questions, and find out more about HC3’s programs and events. We are here to help!

Can’t make it? We will be at recycling centers around the county all summer. Check out our event page to find a Stump the Recycling Experts event near you!
