The River Protection, Development and Enhancement Task Group, by providing a concise set of objectives and solutions, aims to create a unique downtown river setting that enhances the natural river environment, increases pedestrian access and recreation, protects historic resources, improves the CSU/Downtown connection, and capitalizes on opportunities for development that is sensitive to the river environment.

Following is a priority set of objectives and solutions created by a balanced citizen and government-based group over the past several months:
1. Environmental Improvement and Stewardship
2. Coordinated Plan for Interpretation and Education
3. Transportation and Access Infrastructure

• Click here for printable map of the Urban Cache La Poudre River featuring a “lunchtime loop” (Send feedback or comments to poudremap@gmail.com.) 
• Click here to read about the Cache La Poudre River Map
• Click here to read the Poudre River Corridor area history and project snapshots (January 2007)

The Cache la Poudre River is the lifeblood of Northern Colorado, providing not only for plants and animals but adding to the area’s rich history and thriving recreational offerings. As of June 2008, the Poudre River’s treasures can now fit in the palm of your hand. The UniverCity Connections River Protection & Development Task Force has created The Urban Cache la Poudre River, a pocket-size interpretive map and guide that highlights recreation, fishing, history, trails and wildlife throughout the river’s urban corridor.

The map details a swath of the river that runs through Fort Collins, and provides information on fishing spots, paddling and boating areas, walking trails and picnic locales. It includes a 1.55-mile “lunchtime loop” near Old Town for those hoping to get a breath of fresh air in the middle of their work day. The guide also provides background on the Cache Le Poudre’s unique history; vibrant walking, running and bicycling trails; water recreation and fishing; and the flora and fauna that call the riparian area home.

Residents and visitors can pick up The Urban Cache la Poudre River now at the Fort Collins Area Chamber of Commerce, Downtown Development Authority, Downtown Business Association, Beet Street and the Fort Collins Convention and Visitors Bureau. It will also be available at the Colorado Welcome Center off of I-25 and various Old Town locations in the near future.

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