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May 21 2020

CO Virtual Heritage Journey: Northern Arapaho Elders & The Poudre River

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Today, on the #COVirtualHeritageJourney, Northern Arapaho elders share their stories about the Cache la Poudre River and why this river valley is so important to their tribe’s heritage and culture.

“Water is sacred and we respect that. Without water there is no life.” – Crawford White, Northern Arapaho Elder

Indigenous peoples have been living in and migrating through the unique eco-tone of the Cache la Poudre River National Heritage Area for more than 13,000 years.

April 30 2020

CO Virtual Heritage Journey: Western Water Law

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Today, as part of Colorado’s Virtual Heritage Journey, hosted by the 3 Colorado National Heritage Areas, we are exploring the basics of Western Water Law.

The Cache la Poudre River National Heritage Area was designated as nationally significant in part for the areas role in influencing water development, water law, and water management in the West. In fact, the Poudre River valley has emerged as the leader in western water law management. But, most people do not understand the complexities of our water law and management systems. Stay informed with this short video from the Poudre Heritage Alliance!

Tune in next week for more Virtual Journeys with South Park National Heritage Area on Tuesday, Sangre de Cristo National Heritage Area on Wednesday and more from the Cache la Poudre River National Heritage Area on Thursday.

April 23 2020

CO Virtual Heritage Journey: A River of Stories

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Today, on the first leg of the #COVirtualHeritageJourney through the Cache la Poudre River National Heritage Area, we are joining Ranger Chip on an entertaining discovery of the Poudre River. Enjoy “River of Stories” and we will see you next week for more of our Colorado Virtual Heritage Journey!

Don’t forget to check out our friends at South Park National Heritage Area and Sangre de Cristo National Heritage Area for more virtual resources from our beautiful state’s two other National Heritage Areas.