High Line Canal Conservancy

We’re excited to partner with the Inclusive Denver Project and Pediatric Therapy of Colorado to bring families to a community event at our Green Valley Ranch Prairie Garden!

This family-friendly event brings the community together through nature exploration, neuroinclusive art, and creative hands-on activities designed for participants of all ages and abilities. Guests will enjoy engaging experiences that encourage creativity, exploration and connection with the natural environment in a welcoming and accessible space.

Come celebrate community, outdoor learning and inclusive spaces for all individuals. Save your spot at inclusivedenver.org/events

A huge THANK YOU to all of these incredible sponsors for making last week's Summer Scamper, 5K for All, presented by Land Title Guarantee Company, such a memorable event! ☀️🏃‍♀️🏃‍♂️

Natural Grocers
S&D Marketing | Advertising
MidFirst Bank
Community College of Aurora
Denver City Councilwoman Diana Romero Campbell, District 4
Tamarac Optimists
Monaco South Optimists

Plus, the event was made extra special thanks to Comrade Brewing for bringing the brews and LivingYoga for getting us centered before the race.

Their community spirit helped create an amazing day filled with fun, movement and connection.

Were you an event participant or vendor? Explore the event photo gallery! If you participated in the race, you can find your personal race photos by searching your bib number here: https://hal.runnertag.site/events/summerscamper2026/all-photos

🌳 What does it take for a young tree to thrive along the High Line Canal?

That’s the question researchers at Denver Botanic Gardens are working to answer through a long-term study of nearly 400 newly planted trees. This week, Conservancy staff visited Eisenhower Park to learn more about the findings emerging from three years of tree monitoring.

While the research is ongoing, early patterns are already revealing an important lesson: every tree species responds differently to its environment. 🌱

Some standout findings:
☀️ Hackberries grow best with plenty of sunshine.
💧 More water isn’t always better for cottonwoods and boxelders.
🌾 Reducing competition from surrounding grasses can help young oaks establish and grow.
📊 Even small differences in planting conditions can have lasting effects on tree health and survival.

These insights are helping shape the future of the Canal’s tree canopy by giving land managers better tools to plant the right tree in the right place.

The future of the High Line Canal starts with understanding what helps today’s young trees succeed. 🌿

Read more about the research from Denver Botanic Gardens: https://www.botanicgardens.org/blog/what-three-years-data-say-about-tree-response-planting-conditions