About Pagosa Springs Friends of the Wild
Conservation · Beautification · Sustainability · Community Outreach
Our Mission
Pagosa Springs Friends of the Wild is dedicated to conservation, beautification, sustainability, and community outreach — protecting Pagosa's wildlife corridors, open spaces, and dark skies for generations to come.
Our Vision
A thriving Pagosa Springs where wildlife corridors remain intact, open spaces are preserved for future generations, and the night sky above our valley continues to inspire wonder.
Our Story
Pagosa Springs Friends of the Wild (PSFOTW) was founded by neighbors who chose to stand for the quiet things — the elk moving at dawn, the forests breathing in the dark, the mountains holding our stories, and the night skies that have watched over this valley for generations. We are a community conservatorship rooted in the belief that we protect what protects us, and that the land and wildlife — though they cannot speak — are always telling us what they need.
Our programs span long-term conservation campaigns, community stewardship, and emergency response — ensuring wildlife, families, and the night sky continue to thrive together.
Our Programs
From long-term conservation campaigns to emergency community response, our programs reflect the full breadth of our mission.
Keep Pagosa Wild
Regular ProgramOur flagship awareness campaign rallies the community around the quiet places and living beings that define Pagosa Springs. Through education, outreach, and community action, we work to ensure the land, wildlife, and night sky above our valley remain protected for generations.
Land Warrior Program
Regular ProgramLand Warriors are the backbone of our conservation work — community members who pledge their time, voice, and presence to protect Pagosa's wild places. Whether attending public meetings, participating in stewardship events, or simply spreading the word, Land Warriors make our mission possible. Land Warriors are also among our most generous supporters, contributing to our Land Acquisition Fund and endowment to ensure Pagosa's wild places are protected for generations to come.
Farmers & Warriors
Regular ProgramFarmers & Warriors bridges the agricultural and conservation communities of Pagosa Springs, recognizing that the people who work the land are often its most dedicated stewards. This program supports collaboration between landowners, farmers, and conservationists to protect open spaces and working lands.
Pagosa Flood Relief
Emergency ProgramLaunched in response to flooding that has impacted our community, Pagosa Flood Relief is a dedicated emergency program supporting recovery, restoration, and long-term resilience for Pagosa Springs and the surrounding watershed. For more information or to get involved, visit PagosaFloodRelief.org.
For more information about any of our programs, contact us at conserve@keeppagosawild.org
Our Organization
PSFOTW is a Registered Non-Profit Organization in Good Standing in the State of Colorado and a federally recognized 501(c)(3) organization. EIN 41-2474423
Organizational Documents
We believe in full transparency. The following documents are available upon request.
- EIN Letter
- 501(c)(3) Determination Letter
- Non-Profit Exemption
- Colorado SOS Trade Name Registration
To request any of these documents, please contact us at conserve@keeppagosawild.org
Get Involved
Whether you have lived in Pagosa for decades or just days, there is a place for you in this community. For more information about any of our programs, reach out to us directly.
Support Our Work
If you are interested in donating to Pagosa Springs Friends of the Wild, please reach out to us directly. We would love to connect with you.
conserve@keeppagosawild.org