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Gardens-In-A-Box are Now on Sale!
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Low-water landscaping doesn’t have to be hard. The CRC has done the design work for you, choosing beautiful low-water plants and putting them together into thoughtful designs. We have three great 2009 Garden-In-A-Box designs that are on sale now.
Latitude 40 is a showy new garden designed by xeriscape expert Jim Knopf. This hardy garden uses exceptionally little water and is ideal for those without a green thumb. A second option is Bare Naked Natives, a classic textural garden full of plants native to the Rocky Mountain Region. Returning this year is Cool Connections, with its ever-popular pink and purple color scheme.
Gardens-In-A-Box are available to residents of Boulder, Golden, Longmont and Loveland this spring. Pre-order and pre-pay for your garden, and then pick it up on a Saturday in May. Please click here to see the designs and order! |
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Trees on Sale Now!
8 species perfect for Boulder |
Plant a tree that’s right for Boulder’s arid climate. In partnership with the City of Boulder’s Urban Forestry Department, the CRC is offering eight species of trees for sale this spring to Boulder residents.
All species have been chosen by the Urban Forestry Department for their suitability to Boulder’s climate. Trees cost $50 each and come as 5-10 foot saplings.
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- Tatarian Maple (SOLD OUT)
- Ruby Red Horsechestnut
- Western Catalpa
- Hackberry
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- Goldenrain Tree
- ‘Cleveland Select’ Pear (does not produce fruit)
- Bur Oak
- Red Oak
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Along with Trees, the CRC is offering drip irrigation kits, controls clocks and compost for sale to Boulder residents. Click here for more information. |
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New Energy Efficiency Financing Options
The ClimateSmart Loan Program and the Economic Stimulus Act |
 On Feb.19, the Boulder County Commissioners approved moving forward with the ClimateSmart Loan Program, which will provide an innovative financing option for residential and commercial renewable energy and energy efficiency improvements throughout the county.
Through the ClimateSmart Loan Program, owners of residential and commercial properties in most of Boulder County will be able to apply for a full financing loan to implement specified energy efficiency and renewable energy measures. The loans will be funded by the sale of bonds and will be repaid through special assessments, included in individual property owner’s property tax statements. The special assessments will remain with the property when the property is sold, unless the seller and buyer agree to some other arrangement. Boulder County residents must attend a workshop to apply for the loans. Workshops locations will occur around the county from Monday, March 10th –Tuesday, March 31st.
Click here for more details or to register for a workshop.
On Feb.17, congress passed an economic stimulus package to increase home energy efficiency. For energy efficiency improvements made in 2009, you can write off 30% of the cost of AC heat pumps, water heaters, furnaces, boilers, biomass stoves, and thermal envelope improvements such as insulation, air-sealing, doors, and windows with an aggregate cap of $1500. For on-site renewables, you can write off 30% of the cost and the cap was lifted. Five billion nationally will go towards the Weatherization Assistance Program.
Click here to see if you qualify for our local free weatherization services. |
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Call for Nominations - BOSS - Building On-Site Seminars - Formerly Zero Energy Home Tour/Seminar Series
Nominations due Friday, March 13th at 5pm |
BGBG and the Center for Resource Conservation (CRC) are partnering to present the BGBG BOSS (Building On-Site Seminar) Series (formerly the Zero Energy Home Seminar and Tour Series) and the Boulder County Solar and Green Home Tour. The BOSS series will take place once per month beginning in April culminating in CRC's Solar Home Tour Week in October.
The BGBG BOSS series is designed to showcase "net or near zero energy" and other green building and remodeling practices; bring to life "Education Into Action", and provide a critical analysis of lessons learned so you can walk away with specific strategies to apply in your own work. There is a $25 application fee to nominate a building. To nominate a commercial or residential building click here to download the application form. |
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2009 ReWard Applications Now Available
Boulder County’s most prestigious awards for the conservation of natural resources |
| The ReWards, presented by the Center for ReSource Conservation, are Boulder County’s most prestigious awards for the conservation of natural resources. The awards recognize excellence in raising awareness about conservation of natural resources and inspiring others to become engaged in similar conservation activities. There are four categories for which an individual or group of individuals can receive recognition: Waste Reduction, Energy Conservation, Water Conservation, and Community Conservation. The 2009 ReWard winners will be honored on Friday, June 5th, 2009 at the CRC’s Annual Dinner & Auction at the St. Julien Hotel. To nominate an individual or organization for a ReWard, download the application here. Deadline for submittal is Friday, April 10, 2009 at 5pm. For questions, email Kim Knickerbocker. |
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Boulder County Solar and Green Home Tour Applications are Coming!
Applications will be available beginning April 1st, 2009 |
The Boulder County Solar and Green Home Tour will be held on Saturday, September 26th this year. If you have a home, or know of one, that maximizes education with all the levels of home efficiency, including: renewable energy, energy and water conservation, material reuse and recycling measures, let us know!
Applications will be available beginning April 1st, 2009 and due Friday, May 1st!
If you would like an application sent to you, please email your name, city and email to or check the CRC website beginning April 1st! Visit last year's educational page here.
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WaterWise Seminar Lineup Released
WaterWise Landscape Seminar Week April 6th-11th |
Interested in sustainable landscaping? Want to learn how to save water with a stunning landscape? Then the FREE WaterWise Landscape Seminar Week is for you. We’re offering 10 seminars on all aspects of WaterWise landscaping, from introductory seminars to special seminars on Edible Xeriscaping and WaterWise Wildlife Gardening. |
| Monday, April 6th |
Introduction to Xeriscaping, Curtis Manning, Boulder |
| Tuesday, April 7th |
Introduction to Xeriscaping, Mike Ransom, Lafayette |
| Wednesday, April 8th |
Landscaping for Conservation, Paul Lander, Boulder |
| Thursday, April 9th |
Edible Xeriscaping, Kerrie Badertscher, Louisville |
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Renovating an Existing Landscape to a Xeriscape, Julie Hauser, Longmont |
| Saturday, April 11th |
Drip Irrigation, Ron Boyd, Lafayette |
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WaterWise Wildlife Gardening, Jim Knopf, Boulder |
| Saturday, April 18th |
Xeriscaping: Learning The Basics, Curtis Manning, Westminster |
| Wednesday, April 22nd |
WaterWise Landscape Renovation, Alison Peck, Thornton |
Click here for more information and pre-register today! |
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Recycle, Reuse…ReSource! 30% Off Sales All March Long!
Annual Spring Weekend Sales |
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In recognition of our strong customer support of serving the community for 13 years in Boulder and since 2006 in Fort Collins,
ReSource is celebrating with 30% off select departments every weekend throughout the month of March!
Come down to either location, 2665 63rd Street in Boulder and 1501 N. College Street in Fort Collins, to celebrate with us and GO GREEN, SAVE GREEN on donating and purchasing your home renovation and creative project materials from ReSource.
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Celebrate Earth Hour at ReSource Boulder
Every hour is a virtual Earth Hour at ReSource |
 ReSource Boulder will be hosting a local celebration in recognition of the global effort of Earth Hour, on Saturday, March 28 from 6:30pm-9:30pm at the program facility, 2665 63rd Street. Please join us in celebrating this event with great folks, local beer, and local music.
Earth Hour is an international effort to turn off lights to recognize the need for our communities to actively pursue solutions to climate change. Every hour is a virtual Earth Hour at ReSource Boulder, as we only have two buildings with electricity and offset our demand with Photo Voltaic solar panels. |
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Register now for the 7th Annual Earth Day 5k
Popular annual benefit run/walk to be held on Saturday, April 18th, 2009 at CU Research Park |
 The Earth Day 5k is a run designed to celebrate sustainability and serves as an early season qualifier for the Bolder Boulder. In addition, the run benefits the CRC, a local nonprofit whose mission is to empower Boulder County individuals to conserve natural resources. In its seventh year, the popular run winds through the Boulder's scenic CU Research Park and is a great activity for the whole family!
The race will be just one component of the day-long Earthfest Boulder, which will feature the Dirt Day Adventure Challenge, hands-on family activities, booths where you can interact with Boulder’s sustainable businesses & organizations, live music, and plenty of food.
Click here to register! |
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Earthfest Boulder/Earth Day 5k Call for Volunteers!
Support Earth Day and a great community event |
 The Center for ReSource Conservation is in need of about 30 volunteers for its Annual Earth Day 5K Run/Walk on Saturday, April 18, 2009 at CU Boulder Research Park in Boulder. The annual 5k will be a component of Earthfest Boulder this year... stay tuned for more details! Anyone interested in giving a few hours for a good cause, and in celebration of Earth Day, will be greatly appreciated.
We are seeking volunteers from 7:30am-12:30pm. All shifts are no more than 3 hours with the exception of the Lead Volunteer, which is a 5-hour shift. All volunteers will receive one of our sleek aluminum water bottles! The Lead Volunteer will receive a complimentary pair of Crocs. If you are interested in volunteering, please contact Kate Eckhardt via email or phone at: 303-999-3820 x218. |
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Water Division Call For Volunteers
Help people conserve water this spring |
 We’ve got a busy spring chock-full of great water conservation programs at the CRC, and we need your help! Help sort plants for xeric gardens, teach 4th and 5th graders about water, maintain a xeric demonstration garden at Chataqua Park, and other opportunities. For more information about any of the opportunities below or to sign up, please email Jeff Woodward, or call 303-999-3820 x 221.
Help at WaterWise Landscape Seminar Week
What: Help set up and check people in for free seminars on WaterWise landscaping.
When: April 6th, 7th, 8th, 9th, 11th, 18th or 22nd. 5:15pm-8:30pm for weekday seminars, 9:15am-12:30pm for Saturdays.
Why you should volunteer: You get to help out while attending a free seminar!
Adopt a Xeric Demonstration Garden
What: Maintain a demonstration garden at Chautauqua Park! The CRC and the City of Boulder have partnered to install a demonstration Latitude 40 garden, designs by Jim Knopf. You’ll be responsible for weeding, pruning and general garden care; the garden will have an irrigation system.
When: May to May. The garden will be planted in early May, and need care immediately afterwards. Roughly 1-3 hours per week, one year commitment required. The CRC will shepherd you through the City’s Adopt-A-Bed program.
Why you should volunteer: You love to garden, and you get to maintain a beautiful demonstration garden in one of Boulder’s most prominent locations.
Teach at Children’s Water Festivals
What: Teach 4th and 5th graders about water and water conservation at three festivals in May. You’ll be teaching a 20 minute lesson several times during the day. We have a basic curriculum, or you could create your own with guidance from us.
When: Longmont: May 7th. Thornton: May 18th. Boulder: May 20th. These last all day.
Why you should volunteer: You love to teach or love kids, and you are passionate about water conservation. It’s fun!
Sort Plants for Garden-In-A-Box
What: Help the CRC staff sort plants into Gardens-In-A-Box. Be outside all day working with plants.
When: Three Thursdays in May: May 7th (Boulder), May 14th (Golden or Longmont), May 21st (Loveland)
Why you should volunteer: You get to be outside, working with plants all day!
Help at Garden-In-A-Box Sale Days
What: Help out at garden pickups. Hand out gardens, check people in.
When: Three Saturdays in May, roughly 8:30am to 2:00pm. May 9th (Boulder), May 16th (Golden or Longmont), May 23rd (Loveland).
Why you should volunteer: You like xeric plants and you want to share your enthusiasm for them. |
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Villwock Elected President of BGBG
Congratulations to a valuable CRC and community leader! |
Spenser Villwock, Deputy Director of the CRC, has been named the President of the Board of Directors of the Boulder Green Building Guild. BGBG is a community partner of the CRC and is a 550-member sustainable builders’ organization dedicated to advancing the craft of green building in the area. BGBG and CRC are strong collaborative partners on a number of events. Both organizations are committed to empowering our community with the knowledge and resources to have a thriving, sustainable future.
Congratulations, Spenser! |
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Green Teen an Example for All
Claire Anderson is doing all that it takes to pursue her ultimate dream |
 Goat tending, herb growing and beekeeping aren’t the activities that typically make up your average teenagers day. But then seventeen-year-old Boulder resident Claire Anderson is not your average teenager. With a passion for sustainable agriculture and preservation of the environment, Claire is doing all that it takes to pursue her ultimate dream; own her own zero-waste small organic farm.
“I definitely remember from a really young age wanting a farm,” said Claire. “I just loved seeing things grow and then being around animals; especially farm animals. I just love the land.”
And Claire has been anything but tardy in pursuing her goal. Four years ago she took herself out of the conventional schooling system and designed her own curriculum: one that focused on learning the theory and practicalities of sustainable farming and the preservation of ecosystem dynamics.
Read more of this story, which appeared in the Daily Camera on February 28, 2009. Article written by Boulder resident Jane Palmer. |
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