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PRESERVING THE WILDERNESS
Eagle Summit Wilderness Alliance

ESWA Sawyers Hard at Work already!

Fire in the backcountry

2026 ESWA Sawyer Certification Class

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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.

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Latest News & Updates

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

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Support Our Causes

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

OUR CAUSES

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UPCOMING EVENTS

Overnight Toad Trip in Eagles Nest Wilderness
Tue, Jun 23
Holy Cross Ranger Station
Join us for a 3 day/2 night trip to the Piney Drainage to help the USFS Aquatics team survey boreal toads and test them for fungal infections.
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Gore Lake Trail Work Day
Sat, Jun 27
Gore Creek Trailhead
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Cornell Club - Wilderness Work Day Experience (Summit County)
Sun, Jun 28
Silverthorne
Join ESWA Sawyers for a day on the trail in Summit County, Colorado clearing trees off trails in the Wilderness along the Gore range. This event is for members of the Cornell Club only.
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Joint ESWA/FDRD Trailhead Hosting Day!
Fri, Jul 03
Various Summit County Trailheads
ESWA and FDRD are jointly sponsoring a day to Trailhead Host the most popular trails in Summit County!
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