For 65 years, Rex and JoAnn Coffman cared for this land and watched wildlife come and go every season. As they turn 90 and step back from ranching, Rex and Jo agreed to sell this special place to AVLT while retaining the right to live out their days here. You can help them ensure the ranch remains active in local agricultural, a place for wild critters and plants to thrive, and a quiet place for the community to enjoy. |
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A place for youCoffman Coffee Walks Join your local land trust for a walk to the river! Rain, snow, or shine, every first Friday of the month at 9am we will be at the ranch ready to walk to the river.
You bring the coffee and we'll bring the convo. The walk takes approximately one hour. Please wear sturdy shoes that you don't mind getting wet and dress for the season. Unfortunately, no dogs are allowed as it is a working ranch. The next Coffman Coffee Walk is Friday, October 6 at 9am. All ages are welcome! Please RSVP for every member of your party. You will receive an email with additional information before the event. Contact Carly Bolliger at carly@avlt.org or 970.963.8440 for any questions, special accommodations, or to cancel your registration. We love weekends at evenings, too! If you are unable to make it to a scheduled Coffman Coffee Walk, please contact us and we would love to take you out on a tour another day. |
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Student Volunteer DayGet your hands dirty to give back. Organize an outdoor service day to help your land trust accomplish local restoration goals. Learn about local ecology, land stewardship, and the value of giving back to the community by supporting the land.
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Ecosystems LearningExplore regenerative agriculture's role in local ecosystems. Put a shovel in the ground to understand the health of land from the ground up. Learn all about soil healthy, the importance of biodiversity, and how it all relates to the health of our community.
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Place-Based LearningBring your own curriculum or enjoy quiet time in nature. Interact with your place however you would like! Take a walk, journal, or dig up worms - AVLT can provide the support for your outdoor learning. Brainstorm ways to practice reflection and connecting to your place with our outdoor education coordinator.
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If you represent a local school, nonprofit, or youth group and are interested in using the property for outdoor education, please use this form to contact Brian Hightower, AVLT’s Outdoor Education Coordinator, for more information.
WHAT TO WEAR / BRING We learn in the rain, snow, or shine! Please wear sturdy shoes that you don’t mind getting wet and dress for the season. Please also bring any water, drinks, or snacks you might want. As it is a working ranch, no dogs allowed. LIABILITY WAIVER
Your safety on the ranch is our top priority. We are respectfully requesting that you sign a liability waiver in advance of arriving to the ranch. PDF versions of the Child waiver are also available here in English or Spanish. SIGN THE ONLINE WAIVER |
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“I will always remember it forever. The experience was meaningful for our 8th grade. It changed a lot of my fellow students while at Basecamp. I learned how I could work well with my classmates. This trip left a significant impact on me and my classmates.” – Chris
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