FDRD Friends of the Dillon Ranger District . . . looking for forest users to volunteer and help maintain the lands they use.
FDRD's mission is to promote stewardship of the White River National Forest in Summit County through partnerships, volunteer service, education, and support.
FDRD does not contemplate pecuniary gain or profit to the members, and it's principal purpose is to partner with the USDA-FS, White River National Forest, Dillon Ranger District (DRD) to provide opportunities for community members to play a more active role in the sustainable management of local National Forest lands. FDRD will focus on the following goals and objectives:
(1) Create collaborative partnerships between the Forest Service and a diverse group of local organizations, individuals, and users of National Forest lands;
(2) Encourage community-based forestry by increasing volunteerism in Summit County, Colorado;
(3) Create excellent educational programs for visitors and residents, in order to promote, protect, and preserve our National Forest lands; and
(4) Develop broad support for the Dillon Ranger District by increasing donations, developing visitor information services, and recruiting volunteers for both field and office positions.
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