Make the world a little greener with these environmental actions

Here are some conservation, stewardship, and advocacy events happening in person. All locations are in Colorado unless indicated otherwise.

• 9/13 Denver – Walnut Street Block Party, Come celebrate with us and our neighbors for a day of music, giveaways, and community! Stop by Patagonia Denver for cold brew, Patagonia beer, snacks, and to get your passport stamped for the block party giveaway. RMW is the featured nonprofit, and we’re excited to share more about our work while enjoying the day with you.
• 9/13 Boulder – 2025 Bee Boulder Festival Join Cool Boulder and Boulder Parks and Rec for the 11th Annual Bee Boulder Festival. The Cool Boulder campaign focuses on mobilizing community members around nature-based climate solutions, which includes the regeneration of local soils, trees and habitats. This year’s Bee Boulder Festival will once again feature two performances by Jeff & Paige along with guided kids’ arts and crafts activities (carried over from last year!) and interaction with nearly 30 local organizations that provide important support for pollinators, biodiversity and the environment – and will inspire you with new ideas for how you too can create positive impact!
• 9/18 Boulder – Inland Island Coalition’s Masquerade Mermaid Ball The 6th annual Masquerade Mermaid Ball will feature music and dancing, delicious food and drinks, an online auction, costume contest, pirates, and, of course, mermaids, mermen, and merfolk!  The Masquerade Mermaid Ball is the best place to mingle with other ocean lovers and celebrate our connection to the ocean and the amazing ability we all have to make a difference – no matter where we live.
• 9/27 Colorado Springs – Wild Connections 30th Anniversary Event! Join us for a momentous celebration honoring Wild Connections’ three decades of conservation excellence across central Colorado’s Arkansas and South Platte River watersheds. The evening will feature light hors d’oeuvres and beverages in a setting that celebrates the natural beauty we’ve worked together to protect. We are honored to welcome acclaimed environmental journalist Ben Goldfarb as our keynote speaker. Goldfarb has established himself as a leading voice in conservation through his award-winning works.
• 10/2-3 Denver and Online – Equity in Conservation and Outdoor Recreation (E.C.O.R.) Summit for Action. The 2025 Equity in Conservation and Outdoor Recreation (E.C.O.R.) Summit for Action invites you to embark on a transformative journey at the intersection of equity, inclusion, and the great outdoors. Our two-day event is a call to action, bringing together thought leaders, activists, practitioners, and community members to engage in profound discussions about the vital role of environmental justice in conservation and outdoor recreation movements.
• 10/28-10/29 Denver – Everyone Outdoors Colorado (formerly Next 100 Colorado) Annual Convening. This year’s theme is “Rooted in Resilience: Shaping What’s Possible.” Together, we’ll explore how resilience—grounded in community and shared purpose—can drive bold visions for the future of our lands, waters, and outdoor spaces. This year’s convening will feature inspiring stories, collaborative workshops, and opportunities for collective action. We’ll celebrate the strength of our work, imagine what’s possible when everyone has a place in the outdoors and officially unveil our new brand! If you’re interested in attending or have any questions, contact Modesta McGrath-Martínez.
• 11/5 Denver and Virtual – Wild and Scenic Film Festival. Rocky Mountain Wild is excited to be bringing The Wild & Scenic Film Festival back to Denver and live in your living room! You can either live stream the festival with whoever you are staying safe at home with on your own time, or you can join us for a showing at The Bug Theatre in Denver. The evening will include award-winning environmental films, which have been selected not only for their great visual stories but also to inspire and motivate us to become or remain in right relationship with each other and the planet. This film festival is made by activists for activists and sits apart from the hundreds of festivals around the world by leaving you inspired and motivated to go out and make a difference in your community and the world.

• 9/16 – Save Roadless Forests: Virtual Comment Writing Workshop. The Roadless Area Conservation Rule of 2001 has been one of America’s most successful conservation protections. Now, the current administration is moving to rescind it, threatening millions of acres of forest across the country. Join RMW and forest expert Rocky Smith for a virtual workshop to learn the history of the rule, what’s at stake, and how to make your voice heard before the public comment period closes on September 19.
• Weekly Series American Trails Advancing Trails Webinar Series. American Trails brings agencies, trail builders, planners, architects, advocates, and volunteers the latest in state-of-the-art information on all aspects of trails and greenways usually applicable to all trail types, with expert presenters.
• 10/2 – Equity in Conservation and Outdoor Recreation (E.C.O.R.) Summit for Action. The 2025 Equity in Conservation and Outdoor Recreation (E.C.O.R.) Summit for Action invites you to embark on a transformative journey at the intersection of equity, inclusion, and the great outdoors. The event is a call to action, bringing together thought leaders, activists, practitioners, and community members to engage in profound discussions about the vital role of environmental justice in conservation and outdoor recreation movements.
• 11/5 – 11/12 – Wild and Scenic Film Festival. Rocky Mountain Wild is excited to be bringing The Wild & Scenic Film Festival back to Denver and live in your living room! You can either live stream the festival with whoever you are staying safe at home with on your own time, or you can join us for a showing at The Bug Theatre in Denver. The evening will include award-winning environmental films, which have been selected not only for their great visual stories but also to inspire and motivate us to become or remain in right relationship with each other and the planet. This film festival is made by activists for activists and sits apart from the hundreds of festivals around the world by leaving you inspired and motivated to go out and make a difference in your community and the world.

Here are some job and internship openings in the environmental field: (For equity reasons, we only post job postings with transparent salary ranges). Colorado’s Equal Pay for Equal Work Act went into effect on January 1, 2021 and requires that pay rates or ranges in job postings that will be or could be done in Colorado (including remote work) be posted. Colorado’s minimum wage is currently (2025) $14.81. The City of Denver’s minimum wage is $18.81. Colorado’s minimum salary for exempt workers is $56,485.

Positions are in Colorado or remote opportunities unless otherwise stated.

A huge thank you to Ms. Platt’s elementary school students who learned of this webpage and wanted to provide this resource on green careers to all our job seekers! Check out: “Guide to Green Careers.”

Job List Sites to Check

• Alliance for Collective Action Green Jobs Board
• Conservation Job Board
• EcoJobs
• EnvironmentalCareer
• Impact Jobs Hub
• Green Jobs Network
• Work for Good

Other Job Postings (Jobs that are new this week are highlighted in green)

• Conservation Lands Foundation is seeking a Chief Development Officer. The Chief Development Officer will play a vital leadership role evolving the fundraising strategy, building team capacity, and embedding a culture of philanthropy across staff and Board. Conservation Lands Foundation is seeking a strategic thinker and values-aligned fundraiser, someone who thrives in team settings, thinks big and bold, brings people centered energy to their work, and is passionate about protecting public lands for future generations. The salary range for this role is $140,000–$180,000. The search firm is aiming to present a candidate shortlist by mid-September.
• Brendle Group is seeking a President. Brendle Group is a nationally recognized sustainability consulting firm whose mission is to accelerate equitable solutions to the climate crisis. As President of Brendle Group, you will lead the firm through a significant and exciting phase of evolution – building on a respected legacy to expand its impact, capabilities, and organizational resilience. You will oversee day-to-day operations and guide the long-term strategic and financial direction of the firm. You will lead a multidisciplinary senior team and serve as both an internal steward and external ambassador of Brendle Group’s mission, values, and consulting excellence. Compensation: $200,000 – $260,500. The search firm will prioritize candidate materials received before September 15, 2025.
• The Continental Divide Trail Coalition is seeking a Communications Manager. This position will strengthen CDTC’s ability to reach and engage audiences by developing innovative approaches to communications management, growing digital engagement across platforms, and supporting creative promotion of CDTC’s programs. The Communications Manager will also help elevate the CDT and the voices of the communities connected to it through impactful and strategic storytelling. Salary Range: $58,000-$62,000. The application deadline is September 22, 2025. Other job openings at The Continental Divide Trail Coalition here
• Wilderness Workshop is seeking a Marketing and Philanthropy Manager. The Marketing and Philanthropy Manager plays an important role at WW, offering foundational support to the organization’s fundraising and membership programs and community engagement work. This role also helps to ensure that WW’s marketing and promotional efforts resonate with our diverse local communities. The salary range for the Marketing and Philanthropy Manager is $62,000-77,000. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis, with a preference given to applicants who apply by October 6th.
• Audubon Rockies is seeking a Range Ecologist. This position will be located in UT or ID. Preference for Salt Lake City. The Range Ecologist will work closely with local landowners to implement working lands conservation programs and certify ranches that fulfill our protocols. The Range Ecologist will work in partnership within a community of practice including Natural Resources Conservation Service (NRCS), conservation organizations, and agencies to deliver robust private landowner programming, monitoring, and must have a working knowledge of Farm Bill and Farm Bill associated programs. Audubon’s Wings Over Working Lands programs aim to improve private landowners’ ability to practice bird-friendly land management. The Range Ecologist will be responsible for engaging, cultivating, and enrolling landowners into these programs and assisting them with implementation of innovative land management practices as well as working with NRCS partners to deliver information and technical expertise about associated programs. Compensation: $56,000 – $61,000 / year. Other job postings at Audubon here.
• Climate Defiance Action is seeking a Social Media Content Creator. Your responsibilities will include: Managing our social media content, plans, calendar, and vision; Creating written content for twitter, bluesky, and threads; Leading our tiktok presence, developing content; Leading our instagram reels presence, including face-to-camera videos and explainer videos. Compensation: $62,400. Other job postings at Climate Defiance Action here.
• Defenders of Wildlife is seeking an Energy and Biodiversity Policy Specialist. This professional-level position is responsible for helping to develop and implement strategies to ensure that energy projects of all types are developed and sited in ways to avoid unnecessary adverse impacts to imperiled wildlife and habitats. The Energy and Biodiversity Policy Specialist is responsible for advancing Defenders’ conservation mission, strategic plan and conservation priorities. This position collaborates closely with other departments including Government Relations, Biodiversity Law Center, Center for Conservation Innovation, Species Conservation and Coexistence and Communications. The salary range for this position is $77-85k. This position will remain open until filled. Other job postings at Defenders of Wildlife here.
• The Nature Conservancy is seeking a Director of Finance and Operations. As Director of Finance and Operations (DFO) for the Colorado Business Unit (COBU), you will be at the heart of shaping and executing the operational vision that supports over 65 staff and a $18 million operating budget. Your focus will be on sustaining and evolving a robust organizational infrastructure that supports finance, human resources, facilities, information systems, and a thriving workplace culture. Your leadership on the Colorado Leadership Team will be instrumental in aligning strategic priorities with operational excellence, ensuring that every function—from grants and contracts to safety and office management—works in harmony to support our mission. The salary range for this role will be from $128,000 – $140,000. Other job postings at The Nature Conservancy here.
• Trihydro is seeking a QA Intern. Trihydro Corporation is a national engineering and environmental consulting firm. This position is responsible for conducting manual and automated testing of new and existing software features. Other responsibilities may include assisting with documentation, bug tracking, and process improvement. Compensation: $17-$18/hour. Other job postings at TriHydro here.

Follow the links below to find actions sponsored by these organizations to protect wildlife and wild lands:

• Animal Legal Defense Fund: The Animal Legal Defense Fund’s mission is to protect the lives and advance the interests of animals through the legal system
• Audubon: Audubon protects birds and the places they need, today and tomorrow.
• Center for Biological Diversity: Center for Biological Diversity works to secure a future for all species, great and small, hovering on the brink of extinction.
• Earthjustice: Earthjustice is the premier nonprofit public interest environmental law organization.
• Food & Water Watch: Food & Water Watch fights for sustainable food, clean water, and a livable climate for all of us.
• League for Conservation Voters: The League of Conservation Voters builds political power to protect people and the planet – because our Earth is worth fighting for.
• National Parks Conservation Association: National Parks Conservation Association is the voice of America’s national parks, working to protect and preserve our nation’s most iconic and inspirational places for present and future generations.
• National Wildlife Federation: The mission of National Wildlife Federation is uniting all Americans to ensure wildlife and people thrive in a rapidly changing world. The National Wildlife Federation Action Fund, an affiliated but separate entity works to raise the visibility of key conservation issues with voters and elected officials.
• The Nature Conservancy: The Nature Conservancy is a global environmental nonprofit working to create a world where people and nature can thrive.
• REI: At REI, we believe that a life outdoors is a life well lived.
• Southern Utah Wilderness Alliance: The mission of the Southern Utah Wilderness Alliance is the preservation of the outstanding wilderness at the heart of the Colorado Plateau, and the management of these lands in their natural state for the benefit of all Americans.
• Union of Concerned Scientists: The Union of Concerned Scientists puts rigorous, independent science into action, developing solutions and advocating for a healthy, safe, and just future.
• The Wilderness Society The mission of The Wilderness Society is uniting people to protect America’s wild places

• SunCor Energy, a Canadian-run company, runs an oil refinery north of Denver, Colorado. Suncor is Colorado’s only oil refinery and one of our largest emitters of greenhouse gasses and toxic air pollutants, and has been operating without any changes to its procedures or pollution controls for years. In spite of numerous enforcement actions and settlements, Suncor continues to flout air quality laws, putting neighboring communities — who are primarily BIPOC and low income — at extreme risk. Suncor has no regard for human or non-human life and will continue to harm our communities if action is not taken. Please take a moment to watch Spirit of the Sun’s short film on Suncor’s impact on Colorado’s Indigenous communities or scroll to the bottom of the page to send a form-letter to Governor Polis, Colorado Dept. of Health and Environment, and the EPA asking them to shut down Suncor for good: https://www.suncorsundown.org
• Donate to Spirit of the Sun’s efforts to combat Suncor’s harmful impacts through their Mycelium Program which trains their community members to inoculate the soil in their communities and throughout Native land with networks of mycelium to restore the health of our soil systems. When we cannot depend on the systems in power to create change, we educate ourselves and our community to protect the systems we hold dear: https://www.spiritofthesun.org/mycelium-healing-project-1