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Care for Colorado Coalition

CCCSA is proud to be a Stewardship Partner with the Care for Colorado Coalition, which educates visitors and residents on how to responsibly enjoy the state’s natural and cultural resources.

Do Your Part

Follow the Care for Colorado Leave No Trace Principles

01 Know before you go
02 Stick to the trails
03 Leave it as you find it
04 Trash the trash
05 Be careful with fire
06 Keep wildlife wild
07 Share our parks & trails
Learn more about the seven principles

Principles In Practice

Top Spots to See Aspens in Colorado

From UC Health

Fall is in the air. Snow is dusting some of Colorado’s peaks. And the crisp Rocky Mountain mornings and evenings mean it’s time for fall colors in Colorado when the aspen trees across the state turn bright... Read More
Stewardship September 08, 2025

What Happens When We Carve Into Trees?

From Leave No Trace

Tree carving is nothing new. People have been leaving their mark in this way for most of history. Once, it was a tool for telling our story, for letting others know where we had been, or marking some important site. Now... Read More
Stewardship September 08, 2025

Aspen Viewing: Drives to See Fall Leaves in Colorado

From Colorado Tourism Office

The beautiful aspen is the quintessential Colorado tree. We've named towns, streets, dogs and our beer after this glorious tree. In the summer, the aspens provide shade for our state flower, the columbine; and when... Read More
Stewardship September 08, 2025

Birding for beginners: Spot birds in your backyard and beyond

From UC Health

Need a new hobby that will bring serenity to your life or a dash of color to brighten each day? Then, you might love birding. From a backyard feeder to your neighborhood park, wetland, patch of prairie or mountain forest,... Read More
Stewardship August 15, 2025

Food Storage 101

From Leave No Trace

Food storage is an important Leave No Trace practice that protects wildlife and people. It is important to learn the details before enjoying the outdoors. 

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Stewardship August 15, 2025
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