Spring Summit is an event for coalition members and partners to connect, learn, and have fun. This year’s summit will feature field trips, a robust lineup of educational content, and plentiful opportunities to connect with colleagues. We hope that you will be able to join us as we bring the Colorado land conservation community together.
Call for Proposals
We are currently seeking proposals for content that will offer a wide range of learning opportunities. We’re looking to get proposals for:
- Field Trips: get out on the land to share stories of partnership, creativity, and hope.
- Conservation Showcase: we want to highlight 2-4 of the most exciting accomplishments or innovations from the past year to inspire the community
- Learning Sessions: opportunities for more in-depth learning on everything from fundraising to finance, stewardship to community engagement. We aim to have three to four learning sessions per time slot to ensure there is content relevant to everyone.
Submit your proposal using this link by February 25.
Registration
Registration will open on March 2 for coalition members and VIPs and on March 23 for all. Please register by FRIDAY, MAY 8, though with limited space we recommend registering as soon as possible. Land trust staff, interns, fellows, board members, public agency staff, conservation professionals, funders and partners, students, AmeriCorps volunteers, and others with an interest in land conservation are all welcome and encouraged to attend.
Participants of the 2025 Spring Summit on a tour to the Slumgullion Earthflow.
Registration Rates
- General Registration - $250
- Members & VIPs - $200
- Presenters, Planning Committee, AmeriCorps Volunteers, Full-Time Students* - $150
- Sponsors* - included in sponsorship benefits
Presenters and Planning Committee receive discounted registration in recognition of their talent and time. *These categories will need a registration code from KIC staff.
Registration includes:
- Field trip;
- Concurrent Learning Sessions;
- Activities for connecting with colleagues;
- Opportunities to meet others over a meal or drinks;
- Light breakfast on May 28 and 29
- Catered lunch on May 28 and May 29;
- 1 drink ticket;
- Healthy snacks, coffee, and tea.
The 2024 Spring Summit's Welcome and KIC-off.
Schedule:
Wednesday, May 27
1:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m. Conserved Land and Water Field Trips
5:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m. Welcome Reception
Thursday, May 28
8:30 a.m. Check-in Opens
9:00 a.m. - 10:00 a.m. Roundtable Discussions: Job Function
10:00 a.m. - 11:30 a.m. KIC Kickoff & Conservation Showcase
11:30 a.m. - 1:00 p.m. Catered Lunch
1:00 p.m. - 2:30 p.m. Learning Session A
3:00 p.m. - 4:30 p.m. Learning Session B
5:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m. Happy Hour & Conservation Olympics
Friday, May 29
8:30 a.m. Check-in Opens
9:00 a.m. - 10:00 a.m. Roundtable Discussions: Hot Topics
10:00 a.m. - 11:30 a.m. Learning Session C
11:30 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. Closing Ceremony
12:00 p.m. - 1:00 p.m. Catered Lunch
Lodging & Transportation
Keep It Colorado has a block of dorm rooms on campus available. The most convenient and affordable option, each dorm room has two twin beds and a private bathroom. Dorm rooms are $90. Reserve dorm rooms here starting on March 2.
Need a ride? Have a free seat? Let's go green and create a carpool! Stay tuned for a carpool signup.
Roundtable Discussions by job function during the 2025 Spring Summit.
Sponsor Spring Summit!
We have fresh new sponsorship opportunities in 2026! With new levels and benefits, there are many ways to increase visibility for your brand and support the biggest Colorado land conservation event of the year. Get the party started by sponsoring the Welcome Reception, or keep the coffee flowing as a Coffee Sponsor. Sponsorship starts at $500 and goes up to $10,000. We will also have exhibit tables available for $250. See the complete list of opportunities and benefits, and choose your sponsor level here.
Catch Up On Previous Summit Recordings
Curious about what you might learn or who you may meet at Spring Summit? Get a sense for the vibe by reading our 2025 Spring Summit event recap and watching recordings of some past learning sessions, made possible by our 2024 and 2025 Peak Partner Sponsors Betsy and John Cochran. View them here:
2025 Spring Summit Playlist
2024 Spring Summit Playlist
Cancellation Policy
Keep It Colorado must receive your written request for a refund before the close of business on Friday, April 24. After that date, registration fees may be transferred to another individual to attend Spring Summit but will not be refunded. Please email your refund request prior to April 24.
Health Policy
We ask attendees to arrive in good health and to take precautions recommended by CDC to keep yourself and others healthy.
Photo Policy
By attending this event, you consent to be photographed and/or video recorded, and agree that your likeness may be used in promotional materials, website content, and social media posts, without compensation.
