Foster understanding of the interaction of people, wildlife, and their environment.

Our mission is to facilitate the enjoyment and understanding of our natural resources and to bridge the gap between people and nature. By inspiring sound environmental awareness, we promote responsible stewardship of all of our natural resources and strive to connect people of all ages with nature through experience-based education.

To provide all visitors and guests safe, clean, and friendly access to the natural resources of James Floyd State Park

“To perpetuate the wildlife resources of the state, to provide a quality state parks system, and to provide enjoyable and sustainable outdoor recreation opportunities that educate and inspire current and future generations to serve as active stewards of Colorado’s natural resources.”

To protect the James River and connect people to it.

James River Basin Partnership is a grassroots, not-for-profit, 501(c)(3) organization working to improve and protect the water quality of the springs, streams, rivers, and lakes in the James River watershed which consists of almost a million acres of land in portions of eight counties.

To protect our state's natural beauty and historic integrity while providing opportunities for public enjoyment and education.