Poudre Runs Through It (PRTI)

A Study/Action Working Group

 

About Poudre Runs Through It (PRTI)

CPRW is proud to be a part of the Poudre Runs Through It Study/Action Work Group (PRTI), made up of a diverse group of regional leaders and experts chosen for their expertise in the Poudre River basin, including those from the agricultural, environmental, municipal, industrial, recreational, business, development, and other sectors. Collectively, the membership reflects the same diversity of values held by those who live in the communities along the Cache la Poudre River.

Some value the river mainly as a working river for agricultural, municipal, and industrial needs. Others value its rich recreation opportunities and ecological attributes. However, we all want a river that meets our human needs and is healthy in its own right.

The invitation-only group, which has been meeting since October 2012, uses its experiences and knowledge to identify opportunities for cooperative action. It has implemented several action initiatives to help meet our healthy river/working river goals.

Those chosen for the group must embrace collaboration and align with the directive “to make the Poudre River the world’s best example of a working river that’s also healthy.”

 

PRTI Initiatives

  • Committee on Enhancing & Coordinating Poudre River Flows: This new PRTI initiative serves to increase coordination and communication among consumptive and non-consumptive water users that will benefit the healthy and working aspects of the Poudre River. The Committee includes PRTI members, ditch companies representatives, staff from local municipalities, and members of the recreation and environmental

  • Poudre Basin Information Website: The Poudre Basin Information website is an initiative to develop information that supports education, dialogue on issues, and decision-making. The Open Water Foundation is leading the effort to develop this resource, integrating cross-jurisdictional datasets and information from various sources, including the PRTI membership. The resources on this website also support current and future PRTI initiatives.

  • Annual Poudre River Forum: The Poudre River Forum is a conference for industry professionals and community members to learn more about current issues and solutions impacting the Poudre River Basin. The annual event attracts hundreds of river enthusiasts from Northern Colorado communities and beyond. Join us at each year’s event to learn and engage with other Poudre River enthusiasts! More information