Fremont County Weed Management

Fremont County Weed Management

Fremont County Management and Control of Noxious Weeds; Priorities and Procedure file download Fremont County Management and Control of Noxious Weeds; Priorities and Procedure
Guideline for Weed Management Plans file download Guideline for Weed Management Plans
Weed Management Preferences Chart file download Weed Management Preferences Chart

Upcoming Events

UACWMA Invasive Challenge 5K

Virtual Community Run/Walk Supporting Invasive Species Awareness and Restoration

The Upper Arkansas Cooperative Weed Management Area (UACWMA), in partnership with Fremont Conservation District, is hosting the 2026 UACWMA Invasive Challenge 5K.

This virtual community event is designed to promote outdoor activity while increasing awareness of invasive species impacts and restoration efforts throughout the Upper Arkansas region.

Participants may complete the 5K by walking, running, or hiking at their own pace between May 25 and July 4, 2026.

Event Details

Event Name: UACWMA Invasive Challenge 5K
Event Dates: May 25 through July 4, 2026
Location: Virtual participation from any location
Based In: Canon City, Colorado

Registration

Participants may register online using the following link:

https://runsignup.com/Race/CO/CanonCity/UACWMAInvasive 

Event Information

Participants who complete the challenge will receive a commemorative finisher medal featuring Russian olive (Elaeagnus angustifolia), an invasive species commonly found along waterways throughout Colorado and the western United States.

The Russian olive medal is intended to be the first in an annual educational series highlighting different noxious weeds and invasive species affecting Colorado landscapes and ecosystems.

Purpose of the Event

The event supports:

  • Invasive species awareness
  • Habitat restoration education
  • Community conservation outreach
  • Public engagement with local natural resource issues
Medal Delivery Options

Participants may choose either:

  • Medal shipping by mail for an additional shipping fee
  • Free local medal pickup in the Canon City area after event completion

Pickup details will be provided after the event.

Contact Information

Questions regarding the event may be directed to:

upperarkcwma@gmail.com 

Sponsorship and Partnership Information

Organizations or businesses interested in sponsorship opportunities or outreach partnerships may contact:

info@fremontcd.org 

 

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