Protect
Promote
Enhance

 

Farmington’s Riverine Corridors

The River Reach Foundation is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization dedicated to the protection, promotion and enhancement of Farmington’s riverine corridors.

Our Vision: a Healthy Natural Habitat for all life along the riverine corridor.

Protect

Promote

Enhance

WHAT WE DO

Trail Development

The River Reach Foundation has acquired land donations and easements, assisted in brokering land sales to the City of Farmington, written and received grants, and partnered with the City of Farmington and the Parks and Rec Department in planning future trails that will improve river access throughout Farmington.

River, Park, and Trail Improvement

In an effort to preserve and protect the diverse resources provided by the rivers, the foundation holds many river and trail clean-up projects, park improvements, and river stabilization projects.

Recreational Opportunities Along the Rivers

The Foundation hosts rafting and water trail expeditions as well as annual events along the rivers such as Riverfest and Riverglo.

Economic Opportunities for our Communities

The River Reach Foundation puts on yearly events along the rivers which draw in over 30,000 people annually and provide economic opportunities for Farmington.

National Association of Park Foundations Member

River Reach Foundation is a valued member of the National Association of Park Foundations (NAPF).  The NAPF strives to provide knowledge, skills, and capacity to local park foundations, volunteers, and other citizens who work to enhance and strengthen park systems in communities across the United States through the efforts of local park foundations.

WHO WE ARE

Over 30 years ago, a small group of enthusiastic community members began meeting to address access, preservation, and debris accumulations along the Animas and San Juan Rivers. This informal group grew in size and determination, forming The River Reach Foundation. Today, The Foundation is comprised of a diverse bunch of river-loving volunteers who have been brought together through their appreciation of San Juan County’s waters.

If you are as passionate about the rivers as we are, please consider attending one of our board meetings. We meet the first Thursday of each month at the Farmington Civic Center at 6:00PM. We love newcomers!

Calling All VOLUNTEERS

Join us at Berg Park at 9am on Friday, December 6 to help set up for the 2024 Riverglo (details below).

We need help to set up candles, bags, etc. for the 2024 Riverglo.  Hermosa Middle School will be there to help – and we’d love to have you there as well.  No need to contact anybody or sign up – just show up and we’ll put you to work with much appreciation!

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2024 Riverglo

2024 Riverglo

2024 Riverglo Berg Park in Farmington, NM  December 6, 2024  Calling All VOLUNTEERS Join us at Berg Park at 9am on Friday, December 6 to help set up. We need help to set up candles, bags, etc. for the event.  Hermosa Middle School will be there to help - and...

2024 Animas River Jam

2024 Animas River Jam

2024 Animas River Jam Terraces behind Farmington Museum in Farmington, NM  September 28, 2024  12:00 pm - 5:30 pm Join us at the terraces behind Farmington Museum from Noon to 5:30pm on Saturday, September 28 for the 2024 Animas River Jam event hosted by the...

2024 Riverfest

2024 Riverfest

2024 Riverfest Berg Park & Animas Park in Farmington, NM  May 24, 25, & 26, 2024  Friday -- 5:00 pm - 9:00 pmSaturday -- 10:00 am - 8:00 pmSunday -- 11:00 am - 5:00 pm Join us at Berg Park and Animas Park on May 24, 25, & 26, 2024 for the 2024...

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Sep 2024 Newsletter

Sep 2024 Newsletter

Ripples The Official Newsletter of the River Reach Foundation  Sep 2024  The President's Corner First and foremost, I would like to thank everyone for the flowers, food, and notes of sympathy you gave me for the loss of my  husband earlier this month.  I so...