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The 13ers: Emerging Leaders in Conservation
Who We Are
The 13ers group provides opportunities to learn about the work of The Nature Conservancy and its partners, meet other like-minded individuals, and find ways to make a difference in the health of our planet.
The Nature Conservancy’s 13ers brings together a cross-section of Coloradans who share a love of nature, a concern for the environment, and a belief that hope and action are indispensable for making a difference. Our goal is to ensure that our peers and the next generation of Coloradans learn about and participate in conservation at a local, regional, and global level, and to help raise funds for The Nature Conservancy's priorities in Colorado and around the world.
The 13ers is open to Coloradans age 21-40 who enjoy the outdoors and want to learn how to protect it for future generations.
Join Us
Become a member of The 13ers: Emerging Leaders in Conservation! In addition to all the benefits of being a Nature Conservancy member, you will also be welcomed into our active community of dedicated conservationists. We look forward to seeing you at future events!
The Name
In mountaineering in the United States, a fourteener (or "14er") is a mountain peak that exceeds 14,000 feet in elevation. Colorado has 53 peaks that fit this description.
The name “The 13ers” is a play on Colorado’s 14ers. In our eyes if you’re a 14er you are already the top dog. You’ve already done what you set out to do. The 13ers is a group for young professionals, for emerging leaders. It’s for those of us who still have a bit more climbing left to do.
Feature Story
Over 6 million acres of Colorado’s forests are in need of restoration. Years of fire suppression, climate change and drought have increased the risk of catastrophic fire, and we live next door. Wildlands firefighter Jeff Crandall sat down to tell us what The Nature Conservancy is doing to help. Read the Q&A
Upcoming Events
From happy hours to hikes there is a 13er event for every taste.
The 13ers prides itself in bringing its members a unique array of events that stretch across the group’s diverse interests and backgrounds while highlighting The Nature Conservancy’s conservation work.
Hayman Fire Volunteer Day
Saturday, May 19
9 a.m.-3:30 p.m.
Woodland Park, Colorado
Get Outdoors Colorado
Saturday, June 9
10 a.m. - 3:30 p.m.
City Park, Denver
No registration necessary. Simply look for The Nature Conservancy’s booth!
Meet the Board
Get to know the dedicated group of board members that lead The 13ers.
Contact Us
To learn more and join our mailing list, please contact us at 13ers@tnc.org.
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Become a 13er: Emerging Leaders in Conservation
Join The 13ers and you'll also become a member of The Nature Conservancy.