What’s in a River’s Name?
June 22, 2023 —
How the Grand River became the Colorado.
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Abby Burk
Senior Manager, Western Rivers Program
Abby Burk brings a lifetime of love for rivers, particularly the Colorado River and its tributaries. She promotes cultural change in water stewardship, river conservation, and policy through meaningful exchanges with local, state and federal officials, conservation organizations, and on-the-ground projects. She is committed to advancing riparian habitat and stream resiliency through advocacy and action. She is passionate about (re)connecting people to their rivers. Abby is an expert in ecological management and is an award-winning educator and river corridor diplomat, and holds a B.S. in biology and an interdisciplinary master’s degree, with ecology and hydrology concentrations. As an avid whitewater kayaker Abby enjoys time on western rivers as often as possible.
Articles by Abby Burk
Race against Climate Change and Water Stress in Colorado
January 20, 2022 —
Water Priorities for 2022 Legislative Session.
Beavers Offer Help for Western Waters
October 22, 2021 —
Beavers are a key partner in protecting and restoring western streams, watersheds, and habitat.
Colorado Legislature Votes to Expand Key Instream Flow Program
March 04, 2020 —
Audubon—along with many stakeholders—advocated for the changes that are good for people, rivers, and birds.
Colorado Bets on New Funding for Water Plan
November 12, 2019 —
This new funding represents a down payment on the needed $100 million annual investment.
New Colorado Governor Expresses Support for Colorado Water Plan in First State of the State
January 11, 2019 —
Governor Polis to make water a priority in new administration.
