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​SILT RIVER PRESERVE

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​​Conserved space for agriculture, wildlife, 

outdoor education, and recreation


​Along a scenic stretch of the Colorado River, Bald Eagles nest and Mule Deer graze while on the other side of the river is the Town of Silt and the millions of vehicles that zip by on travel Interstate-70 each year. Once part of a massive planned subdivision, this land is now protected as open space forever.

​With your support, Aspen Valley Land Trust and the Town of Silt saved 132 acres as a community and natural resource. Over a half mile of the Colorado River runs along the boundary of this property that encompasses significant riparian habitat and prime
 agricultural land.


With a backdrop of the Mamm Peaks, the Roan Plateau, the Grand Hogback, and its open meadows and scenic riverbanks, the property is a classic Colorado vista. Silt Preserve is open to the community and thanks to hard-working volunteers, hosts a trail with river access.
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Map of Silt River Preserve


​Highwater Farm


Silt River Preserve is now also home to Highwater Farm, a community-supported farm that provides sustainable agriculture to connect youth to agriculture and provides freshy, healthy food to Lift Up food pantries and food banks in Garfield County.

Highwater Farm employs high-school students, who have the opportunity to learn how to grow vegetables and gain a better understanding of the food system, while learning valuable job and communication skills. 

Highwater Farm on conserved Silt River Preserve
This October, Highwater Farm was approved as a 501(c)3 non-profit organization. Learn more about the program and how you can get involved at highwaterfarm.org. 






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