At the February 25th Lower Blue River Stakeholders Meeting in Frisco, participants discussed current river conditions and the possibility of a coordinated Lower Blue River sustainability plan. The group reviewed hydrologic and snowpack conditions, fisheries and water quality monitoring updates, and ongoing projects, including the Blue Valley Ranch–BLM Land Exchange Project, as well as other conservation initiatives. The discussion also included the Green Mountain Reservoir put-in, safety considerations, and user survey needs. The meeting concluded with a conversation about ways to engage the community in a shared stewardship of the Lower Blue River.

This stakeholder group considers Water, Recreational Use, River Health, River Access Equitability, Fulfilling The Blue Valley Ranch/BLM Exchange Expectations, Positive River User Experience and Effective Communication and Education to be the important issues being considered. FOLBR is actively involved in the development of the Blue River sustainability plan. Stay tuned.