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PRESERVING THE WILDERNESS
Eagle Summit Wilderness Alliance

Get Involved

We welcome volunteers who share our passion for preserving Wilderness areas for future generations. You can donate to support our cause or volunteer at one of our many events. We are also looking for leaders who can help us grow. Together, we can make a difference.

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Our Territory

We have partnered with the US Forest Service and work as a champion for four Wilderness areas in Colorado - Eagles Nest, Holy Cross, Ptarmigan Peak, and the Flat Tops. Our work in these areas helps preserve and protect the Wilderness for future generations.

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About Us

Eagle Summit Wilderness Alliance is an all volunteer charitable organization dedicated to preserving the natural beauty of the four Wilderness areas located in Eagle and Summit County Colorado. Our mission is to promote sustainable use of these areas and ensure that they remain protected for generations to come. We work with local communities, government agencies, and other stakeholders to achieve our goals. Join us in our mission to safeguard the wilderness areas of Colorado.

Latest News & Updates

Read about our latest news, see when our next event is coming or read about updates in our wilderness area

Support Our Causes

We advocate on behalf of the wilderness and future generations to keep the wilderness wild, untamed, and protected. 

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UPCOMING EVENTS

  • Signs Installation - Sep 14th - Summit County
    Signs Installation - Sep 14th - Summit County
    Sat, Sep 14
    Location is TBD
    Sep 14, 2024, 8:00 AM – 3:00 PM
    Location is TBD
    Help us direct fellow hikers by installing new signs on Summit County trails!
  • ESWA 2024 Annual Fall Meeting/Party!
    ESWA 2024 Annual Fall Meeting/Party!
    Sat, Sep 28
    Silverthorne
    Sep 28, 2024, 3:00 PM – 6:00 PM
    Silverthorne, 2700 Golden Eagle Rd, Silverthorne, CO 80498, USA
    If you are a donor, member, or volunteer, please join us to celebrate our busiest Summer ever! You helped us educate hikers, clear trails, build bridges, and more! Let's CELEBRATE!
  • Gore Creek Trailhead Redesign
    Gore Creek Trailhead Redesign
    Thu, Oct 03
    Eagle County
    Oct 03, 2024, 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM
    Eagle County, Gore Creek Trail, Colorado 80498, USA
    CDOT and the USFS have constructed a new parking lot for the Gore Creek Trailhead. We need your help to construct a trail segment from the new parking lot to the existing trail. This will require some tree bucking, pruning, trail tread work, and sign installation.
  • Rocky Mountain Wilderness Gathering
    Rocky Mountain Wilderness Gathering
    Sat, Oct 12
    Keystone Science School
    Oct 12, 2024, 12:00 PM
    Keystone Science School, .

View Eagle Summit Wilderness Alliance Events.

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