This interactive map details Friends and Rocky Mountain Arsenal National Wildlife Refuge’s “Listening to the Community” multi-year project.
In 2021, Rocky Mountain Arsenal National Wildlife Refuge was designated a Flagship Urban Wildlife Refuge. This honor recognizes the many important roles that conservation areas play in an urban context and provides additional financial resources to incorporate the Urban Wildlife Conservation Program Standards of Excellence and Critical Elements into everyday decision making and long-term community engagement strategies. This designation also recognizes the need for more intentional inclusivity that works to reduce barriers to participation, expand awareness, and ensure a welcoming and safe environment for all.