Tuesday, August 19

Tending the Prairie: A Field Tour of Grassland Stewardship

ALL AGES

Explore the G.O.A.T.s of grassland management in the St. Vrain Watershed!

By The Watershed Center

Date and time

Location

Jim Hamm Nature Area

1701 East County Line Road Longmont, CO 80504

Refund Policy

Refunds up to 7 days before event.

About this event

Event lasts 2 hours
ALL AGES
Free venue parking

Calling all prairie, goat, and fire fans!

How does your community care for its prairies? Join The Watershed Center, City of Longmont, and CSU researchers for an evening exploring grassland ecosystems near Longmont, CO.

We'll gather at Jim Hamm Nature Area on August 19, 2025 at 5:30 PM (Mountain Time), then shuttle in vans to two nearby destinations before returning you to your vehicles at 7:30pm. Along the way, we’ll hear from City of Longmont staff and local researchers about the work they’re doing to protect open spaces and restore native ecosystems. Learn how prescribed fire, targeted herbicide use, and goat grazing are helping bring these landscapes back to life.

See the goats in action, ask questions, and get inspired! Light snacks will be provided, but please come prepared with a water bottle and sturdy, closed-toe shoes - walking portions of the tour are short, but often over uneven ground.

We're looking forward to gathering with grassland enthusiasts, and hope you'll join us!

Questions? Email Maria at mpezza@watershed.center.

Organized by

The Watershed Center

The Watershed Center protects and restores watersheds for people and the environment using a collaborative and science-based approach.

We are a stakeholder driven, non-profit organization located in Boulder County, Colorado that values science and community. We used sound science to monitor, assess, and manage our watersheds. We use data to plan and implement on-the-ground forest and river restoration projects. We strive to build a strong stewardship ethic in our community through place-based and participatory learning.

We love to meet, learn from, and collaborate with our community! Our events range from field tours to webinars, and on topics from forests to the rivers. We can’t wait to connect with you!