FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE October 7, 2026
Contact: Erika Story, Montrose County Communications Director
[email protected], (970) 417-8711
Registration Open for November 13 West Slope Water Summit: Uncharted Territory
MONTROSE, COLO - Registration is now open for the West Slope Water Summit: Uncharted Territory. The Water Summit brings together water leaders, agricultural producers, students and community members for a day focused on the current state and future of water in Western Colorado.
The West Slope Water Summit will be held Friday, November 13, from 7:30 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Montrose County Event Center, 1036 North 7th Street in Montrose. The Water Summit is free to attend, but advance registration is required. Registration is available at www.westslopewatersummit.com.
This year’s program will cover water conditions across the region, the Colorado River, weather, watershed health and the connection between agriculture and water. Speakers and presentations include:
Andy Mueller, General Manager of the Colorado River District - The state of water and a look at the future of water in Western Colorado.
Don Day, Meteorologist - A weather outlook and discussion of conditions affecting the region.
Colorado River and Current Water Updates Panel - Steve Pope, Marc Catlin, and Bob Hurford will discuss current water issues and the Colorado River.
FFA Student Presentation: Great Green Vision: From Classrooms to Hillsides, Part 2 - Local FFA students will share the next phase of their agricultural experiment and what they have learned through the project.
Watershed Health Panel - Dave Payne and Andy Rossi will discuss watershed conditions, management and work underway to improve watershed health.
The summit is designed for anyone interested in Western Colorado water, including agricultural producers, water professionals, local leaders, students and community members.
The Western Colorado Farm & Ranch Innovation Expo will also be held at the Montrose County Event Center in conjunction with the summit on November 13 and 14. The Innovation Expo will showcase the latest innovations in agriculture, with a focus on soil health, water conservation, livestock management, and equipment. Attendees can explore hands-on exhibits, visit with vendors and agricultural organizations, and see live demonstrations throughout the event. Admission to the Innovation Expo is free and does not require registration.
For event information and questions about the West Slope Water Summit, please visit www.westslopewatersummit.com or call (970) 252-4508. For information on the Western Colorado Farm and Ranch Innovation Expo, visit https://www.shavanocd.com/farm-ranch-innovation-expo.html or www.shavanocd.com.