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TOGETHER, WE CAN

TEACH OUR KIDS ABOUT OUR COMMUNITY

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About Us

We Create Educational Programs

The Kids on Colorado River Program was created to educate students on boating safety, river recreation, how to become stewards of the Colorado River’s ecology, the history of Lake Havasu, and to be aware of the many career opportunities available…

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Our Mission

Kids on the Colorado River is designed to revitalize local community student knowledge about a variety of Colorado River topics that have been missing from their education for decades. Through this powerful program, students who will be our future workforce or community leaders will now have the resources and information to support and nurture our community waterway as they continue into adulthood.

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WE EDUCATE

We provide education on Boating Safety, Wildlife, Ecology, History,
Indian Reservation Fundamentals, and River Recreation surrounding the Lake Havasu area utilizing approved agency resources.

WE Develop Community Stewardship

Students learn about the river and its sensitive balance between nature, ecology and tourism. They become community stewards and learn what it means to help manage and protect our rivers local resources.

WE DEVELOP SKILLS

Students receive hands-on interactive education utilizing agency staff and resources. Practicing first response efforts, safety-throwing devices, and water ecology testing are just some of the things introduced during this exciting all day program.

THE NUMBERS WE ARE DEALING WITH

We have numbers that push us to reach our annual goal each year. Through
your donations, we can not only achieve these goals but also increase the
number of students we can reach each year with multiple educational programs. We are happy to be growing the programs and helping our community more day by day.

100%

50 +

Children To Reach in 2021

100%

450 +

Children To Reach in 2022

100%

500 +

Children To Reach in 2023

90%

900 +

Children To Reach in 2024

Testimonials

Parents and children love our educational program and website! Read what they have to say about our live outdoor program. Discover why students and their families choose us for educational river safety, ecology, recreation and creative engagement.

Elizabeth Sofia WordPress Dev.

The dedication and enthusiasm shown on April 7, 2022, as you launched the pilot event for the 7th graders, truly reflected your giddy nervousness turning into well-deserved success.

Amelia Mia WordPress Dev.

The journey from initial development to the full-scale event on November 8th and 9th is a testament to your meticulous planning and coordination. It's heartening to see the commitment to educating young minds about the importance of water.

Charlie Cooper WordPress Dev.

The sight of young minds engaging with the event on Windsor Beach, displaying their bright curiosity and understanding of the significance of the nearby water body, highlights the positive impact of such educational initiatives.

Elizabeth Sofia WordPress Dev.

Your observation of the genuine care demonstrated by the students, who not only engaged actively but also took the initiative to clean up the area, reflects their understanding of the importance of environmental stewardship.

Amelia Mia WordPress Dev.

The notion of 'mní wičhóni' or 'water is life' resonates powerfully. Your commitment to nurturing this event as an annual tradition speaks volumes about the lasting impact of promoting water conservation and the vitality it brings to our existence.

Charlie Cooper WordPress Dev.

On April 7, 2022, we stood in the sun and wind, launching the pilot to a small group of eager 7th graders. Full of giddy nervousness, we felt a sense of success...

Charlie Cooper WordPress Dev.

Hours of development, research, and coordination led us to what we felt was a message worth sharing. That water brings life to our community.

Charlie Cooper WordPress Dev.

Hours of development, research, and coordination led us to what we felt was a message worth sharing. That water brings life to our community.

Charlie Cooper WordPress Dev.

Fast forward to November 8th and 9th, standing on Windsor Beach. The weather is miraculously in favor of the event, and everything is going according to plan.

Charlie Cooper WordPress Dev.

From my perspective, I saw a great level of care. Many of the groups of young individuals were picking up trash they found around the booths of their own accord...

Charlie Cooper WordPress Dev.

For myself, it is incredible to know that this will be an event with longevity. To know that the countless hours of preparation, development, and cooperation with local agencies will be carried on in an annual tradition.

Makes me Realize how much I haven't seen

Step into a captivating visual journey through our gallery, showcasing vibrant artwork, captivating photos, and memorable moments of joy and discovery. Immerse yourself in the colorful world of imagination and creativity that awaits in our kids' website gallery.