United in caring for our shared outdoors.

Roaring Fork Outdoor Volunteers mobilizes our regional community to care for our shared backyard through education, restoration, and collective action since 1995.

The result: healthier landscapes, stronger trails, and a community more deeply connected to the places it loves.

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The 2026 Season is Here!

Check out our upcoming projects below or view our full season calendar. No experience necessary! Volunteers must register ahead of the project. Click on an event to learn more about the project, including location, type of work, and how physical the work is. Feel free to contact us at info@rfov.org or 970-927-8241 with any questions or to get you registered.

Volunteer Calendar
Duroux Park Improvements
May 30
Duroux Park Improvements
Coal Basin Ranch | National Trails Day | Little Explorers
Jun 6
Coal Basin Ranch | National Trails Day | Little Explorers
Nancy's Path
Jun 7
Nancy's Path
Jr. Olympic Climbing Access Trail
Jun 21
Jr. Olympic Climbing Access Trail
Maroon Bells Scenic Area
Jun 27
Maroon Bells Scenic Area
Lost Man Loop Backpacking Overnight
Jul 10
Lost Man Loop Backpacking Overnight
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Adventure Stewards Registration is Open

Don’t miss out on this unique summer program for ages 11-14 that combines outdoor adventure, conservation education, stewardship, and fun experiences with new friends. This season, we’re offering one Monday - Friday session: July 27-31. Pickup and drop-off is at the Third Street Center in Carbondale. Spots fill up quickly so register today!

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RFOV Hats for Purchase

Show your love for the trails while supporting Roaring Fork Outdoor Volunteers!

Every purchase directly supports RFOV’s mission to protect and restore the trails, lands, and wild places we all love.

  • Durable + comfortable design

  • Perfect for trail days and everyday wear

  • 100% of proceeds support local conservation

Grab yours today and wear your stewardship with pride!

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RFOV logo embroidered on yellow Decky, 5 panel, high profile, relaxed cotton blend, rope hat.

2026 Season Projects & Trainings

Check out our 2026 Community Projects and Trainings by clicking on the box in the upper left corner.

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Breathing Life Back Into Coal Basin

Once an active coal mine, Coal Basin Ranch is now a living example of what long-term restoration can achieve. Through years of coordinated restoration and community-powered stewardship, this landscape has transformed into a place where ecological recovery and recreation coexist. From extraction to renewal, its story is still unfolding.

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Nature’s Engineers at Work: Restoring Butler Creek

RFOV volunteers are helping restore Butler Creek by building beaver dam analogues that strengthen wetlands, improve trout habitat, and increase watershed resilience. Read how this hands-on work is bringing nature’s engineers back to the landscape—and what it means for the future of our local waterways.

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Stewardship Spotlight: February 2026

RFOV | February Stewardship Spotlight: Trail Ambassadors, Trivia Night, and Season Kick-Off Party!

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Stewardship Spotlight: January 2026

RFOV | January Stewardship Spotlight: New Trail Ambassadors, Trivia Night, and Youth in Nature get WFA Certs!

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December 2025

RFOV Voted Best Green Organization in the Valley, Youth in Nature visits Colorado National Monument, and we’re hiring!

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November 2025

Collective Impact at its Best - What we achieved in 2025!

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Come celebrate Earth Day with us at Basalt River Park! We'll be there Wednesday April 22 from noon - 6pm and the them is "My Future, My Voice". Stop by our table to make seed bombs, grab some stickers and giveaways, and learn about our ste
Do you love hitting the trails AND love talking to people? 🥾💬 We have the perfect opportunity for you. We're launching our Trail Ambassador Program — and the first training is happening Saturday, April 18 from 9am–3pm in Carbondale! T
⏳ ONE DAY LEFT to apply for Youth in Nature! If you're a high schooler ready to learn outdoor skills, meet new friends, and gain real-world conservation experience — don't let this deadline pass you by! Apply now → link in bio. #RFOV #Yo
It's that time of year — the 2026 Community Project season is open, and there's a place for everyone at the table. Whether you're a seasoned volunteer or brand new to stewardship, we'd love to have you out there with us. Explore our full calen
There's something special about knowing a trail is yours to care for. Our Adopt-A-Trail program gives organizations and groups the chance to make a lasting commitment to our public lands and right now, two trails are waiting for their stewards! 🏔️
Earlier this month, our Youth in Nature interns spent the day along the Colorado River and it did not disappoint! Partnering with @midcowatershed , students explored riparian habitat around Lion's Pond and the Rifle Riverstop, learning about the wat
This summer, young people aren't just exploring the outdoors — they're protecting it. We're proud to offer programs that connect youth to the land and to something bigger than themselves. ✅ Adventure Stewards – Conservation education + r
Bluebird skies, fresh snow, and a mountain full of learning — our Youth in Nature students had an incredible day at Buttermilk last month! 🎿❄️ Thanks to our partners at @aspensnowmass, students spent the day skiing and riding while connecting
Member registration is officially OPEN! RFOV Members get exclusive early access to sign up for 2026 projects — more than two weeks before general registration opens in April. Use your member code to lock in your spots now! Our full season cal
The 2026 season is right around the corner! 🌿🛠️ Trail days, restoration projects, new places to explore, and an incredible community to do it with — we can’t wait to get back out there. What project do you want to see on the calendar
Calling all middle school adventurers (ages 11–14)! Adventure Stewards is back for another season of exploring the Roaring Fork Valley while giving back to the places we love. Registration is now open! Each 5-day session mixes hands-on stewar
Meet Susana, RFOV’s new Youth Education Coordinator! 🌿 Susana recently moved to the Roaring Fork Valley from Colombia and we’re so excited to have her on the team! She’s passionate about helping people fall in love with the natura
 

The Aspen Chamber Resort Association (ACRA) is donating up to $50,000 to Roaring Fork Outdoor Volunteers for signatures to the Aspen Pledge. Please visit here and take the Pledge