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Who We Are
Legacy Creators
GARNA, through community collaboration, inspires a conservation ethic by providing educational opportunities and experiences for those who live, work and play in the Upper Arkansas Valley.
We subscribe to a generational approach — that investments in learning and opportunities for public participation build on themselves and help ensure the long-term health of our public lands and waters.
Our 2025 Impact
Our Programs
Public Land Stewardship
GARNA collaborates with public land agency partners to leave a legacy of responsible use of our natural environment, making it the largest group of volunteers in the Upper Arkansas River valley.
Environmental Programs
GARNA inspires a conservation ethic by providing educational opportunities and experiences through youth programming and environmental-focused clubs.
Sustainability
Heritage Area Program
Chaffee Gear Library
The Chaffee Gear Library is a program offered by GARNA to improve access for those who would otherwise face barriers to outdoor activities. There is currently limited public access, and the gear library is focused on providing gear to partner organizations and programs who work with underserved youth. Contact our office to learn more.Latest GARNA News
Safeguarding our Streams: Balancing Mining and Water Quality Recap
Last Thursday (August 6) and Saturday (August 8) we had the pleasure of having our guest speaker, Devin Castendyk, a current GARNA Board Member and Geochemist, walk us through what
Celebrate Colorado’s 150th Anniversary with a Trip Down the Collegiate Peaks Scenic Byway
The Collegiate Peaks Scenic and Historic Byway was officially designated as a scenic byway in 2005, making it the 25th scenic byway in Colorado.
GARNA awarded Bronze from Green Business Network
We are proud to announce in our first year of participating in the Colorado Green Business Network, GARNA received a Bronze-level recognition for our sustainable practices of a non-profit! We