Join The Colorado Sun for a conversation surrounding the Arkansas River and the people who rely on, and care about the river. We’ll hear from residents who drink its water, to farmers and ranchers who use it to grow food and municipalities upstream working to provide to their communities.

The evening will begin with a photo presentation by Mike Sweeney, a photographer for The Colorado Sun with more than 25 years experience, and Colorado Sun Environment Reporter Michael Booth. Sweeney will tell the stories of the people he met who live along the Arkansas River.

Following the presentation, Booth will lead a panel conversation with the following speakers:

Dr. Mike Bartolo, Colorado State University Vegetable Crops Specialist (Retired) and local farmer
Jack Goble, Lower Arkansas Valley Water Conservancy District
Rick Kienitz, Aurora Water
Rob Oquist, Otero County Commissioner
Kim Gortz, Colorado Springs Utilities

Snacks and drinks will be available. Doors open at 5 p.m. for attendees!

This event is presented by the Lower Arkansas Valley Water Conservancy District, Aurora Water, Colorado Springs Utilities, and Rocky Mountain Farmers Union.
This event is sponsored by Adams State University.