HCCA's Annual Meeting and Potluck will be held on Sunday Nov. 17th at 4 pm at the Depot. Jon Hare, HCCA’s Advocacy Director, will give an inspiring talk titled, "Representing Conservation in the Gunnison Country." Gather with our conservation community to celebrate the Gunnison Country’s public lands, waters, wildlife, and the work that goes into protecting them. 

Bring a dish to share and enjoy the festivities! Bring your family and friends.

We can't wait to see you all!

Where: The Depot, 716 Elk Ave., Crested Butte

When: November 17, 2024. 4 – 6:30 PM

Potluck: Bring a dish to share, your own plate, and utensils. We will have a limited supply of non-alcoholic beverages available.

Keynote Speaker: Jon Hare, HCCA’s Advocacy Director

Jon arrived at HCCA after a 20-year career with the US Forest Service, working on public lands as a Lands and Minerals specialist, fisheries technician, winter snow ranger, wildland firefighter, and trail builder. His primary area of expertise is in the use of public land by federal, state, and local governments, public and private utilities, mining, recreation and more. After starting his career in the Gila National Forest, Jon spent 12 years on the White River National Forest, then 8 years on the Grand Mesa, Uncompahgre, and Gunnison (GMUG) National Forest. Jon has lived in Gunnison since 2019 with his wife Bree and their two boys. The Hare family enjoys snow, water, and trails, as well as traveling to visit family. Jon emphasizes, “Public lands are the greatest asset in our community, yet reveal a legacy of impacts and continue to face threats at all levels. I am excited to represent HCCA to raise a clear and consistent voice to advocate for the conservation of public lands in Gunnison County to protect the health, integrity, and beauty of these places long into the future.”