In the next few episodes of Wading in the Water, we’ll start taking a look at the different sub-basins within the Gunnison Basin that are being assessed for watershed management planning. But first, let’s take a step back to look at our basin as a whole. To understand this best, in episode #50, George Sibley, long-time Gunnison Valley local and board member of the Upper Gunnison River Water Conservancy District, explains why our headwaters are special.

Wading in the Water #50: Gunnison Basin Overview

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