conserving rocky mountain greater sandhill cranes + their habitat through science + education
The Greater Sandhill Crane is an iconic species of the Yampa Valley in Northwest Colorado. Returning in the spring from wintering grounds in New Mexico and Arizona, cranes nest and raise their young in wetland areas throughout the valley.
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CCCC co-founder Nancy Merrill honored with the Rich G. Levad Award:
Please join us in congratulating Nancy Merrill as the 2024 recipient of the Bird Conservancy of the Rockies’ Rich G. Levad Award! This award honors individuals who support the mission of conserving birds and their habitats through science, education, and land stewardship.
The award will be presented at A Night for the Birds, Friday, Oct. 18, 6-9 p.m. Click here for tickets to the event!
Congratulations, Nancy!
Donor Recognition:
Thank you to the Yampa Valley Community Foundation for awarding CCCC a generous grant in the 2024-25 Community Grant Cycle. These funds help CCCC to continue to work on behalf of Sandhill cranes! We are grateful to the YVCF for their work to support important community efforts in the Yampa Valley.
CCCC is hiring an Events & Marketing Coordinator:
This part-time position supports CCCC’s work by designing marketing materials and supporting event planning and facilitation. Please visit our employment page to learn more. Come join the flock!