This annual event, organized by the Adams State Salazar Rio Grande del Norte Center, brings together professionals and community members to discuss and learn about important natural and cultural resource issues impacting the Upper Rio Grande Basin and the San Luis Valley.

This year for the 7th annual Rio Grande State of the Basin Symposium on Saturday, March 29, 2025, the keynote speaker will be New York Times bestselling author Kevin Fedarko.

Register for the event directly here!

This year’s program, “Seeking Tomorrow’s Wisdom,” includes reports on the current water year and climate from members of the Division of Water Resources and Colorado’s Climate Center. Experts on forest and soil health will join others to discuss the economic impacts the Rio Grande and Valley ecosystems provide to the region. A future producers panel will highlight Adams State students sharing their thoughts about embarking on careers in the agricultural industry. For those interested in new technologies, representatives from the Colorado Water Conservation Board will discuss emerging tools in measuring snowpack. Attendees will also learn about the important role the Rio Grande Basin Roundtable will play in addressing future water challenges.

Register for this free, public event. The Symposium will be live-streamed for those unable to attend in person. Please direct Symposium questions to [email protected].