ANIMAS RIVER DAYS MISSION
Animas River Days will be a community celebration on and around the Animas River, which will reflect and honor our connection to this vital resource flowing through the heart of our city.
ANIMAS RIVER DAYS STRATEGY
Events will be held on and around the Animas River to demonstrate the connection of the community to the Animas River. The events will be sponsored by businesses, not-for-profits and the City of Durango.
ANIMAS RIVER DAYS GOALS AND FUTURE
It is the goal of the Animas River Days committee to revitalize Animas River Days (ARD) in hopes of providing the community with an opportunity to celebrate the Animas River. Historically, ARD focused events around the white water park bordering Santa Rita Park. As an unsung community resource, the Animas River offers a beautiful setting, recreational opportunities, and ecological diversity to the community. ARD would like to celebrate the abundant ways in which the river enriches lives. In 2008, ARD is integrating new events, in addition to historic boating events. Through the variety of event offerings, ARD will demonstrate the value of the Animas River and its influence on the community. The event will incorporate Santa Rita Park, the white water park and key locations along the Animas River Trail.