Chuck Lewis State Wildlife Area River Restoration Walk and Talk with Colorado Parks and Wildlife

Tuesday, October 7, 2025, 1:30 PM - 5:30 PM

Chuck Lewis State Wildlife Area (SWA) is located along the Yampa River near Steamboat Springs. This SWA is a popular destination among anglers. Last year, work was completed to construct multiple rock structures to direct stream energy away from banks, adding bankfull bench features with coir fiber wrapped sod/willow mats, regrading vertical eroding banks, and removing transverse bars and mid-channel bars to re-shape the channel bed to appropriate dimensions. What does all of this mean? Join us for a 1.5 - 2 hour walk along the river with CPW staff who will discuss the success of this river restoration project!

Equipment Needed: Participants should dress for variable weather and wear sturdy walking shoes. Bring own sunscreen, bug spray, hat, water, etc.

Transportation Information: Participants must carpool to park. Location is a 15-20 minute drive from conference center