Freeport-McMoRan, owner and operator of the Chino and Tyrone copper mines, continues to move forward with expansion projects, while the Malone Bronco Creek exploration project is delayed. GRIP submitted its public comments on the draft discharge permit renewal and modification for expansion of the Little Rock Mine, an open pit copper mine that is part […]
In celebration of World Water Day 2022, GRIP’s Silver City Watershed Keepers is organizing a number of activities that highlight the importance of water to our community and environment. Observed on March 22 every year, World Water Day is an international celebration of water, raising awareness of the need for access to safe water for everyone. […]
Join us on Tuesday, February 22 on Zoom or on Facebook for the next program in the Get to Know Your Watershed Speaker Series. In Part II of Partners for a Healthy Watershed, we’ll continue the discussion with groups working on conservation, ecosystem health, recreation, education and community engagement projects in the watershed, including Bridgette […]
Gila Earth Day and the Continental Divide Trail Days have joined forces on a joint celebration on Saturday, April 23, 2022! For more than 50 years, Earth Day has inspired billions around the world to fight for a clean environmentand demand action on climate change. Gila Earth Day will continue the annual celebration herelocally with […]
Through a partnership between the Town of Silver City and the Silver City Watershed Keepers, the anti-litter program Pick It Up – Toss No Mas will hold its next Community Trash Cleanup on Saturday, February 19 from 9 am to 1:00 pm in the parking lot at Gough Park. Initiated in 2018 by Mayor Ken […]
The Silver City Watershed Keepers has received funding from New Mexico Clean and Beautiful and The 30Something Grant Program for restoration and beautification efforts in Big Ditch Park. Enjoyed by locals and tourists alike, Silver City’s Big Ditch Park is a unique riparian green space in the heart of downtown. However, it’s in desperate need […]
In October, Freeport-McMoRan submitted applications to the state for permits for a new mine unit at the Tyrone Mine. Located on the southeast side of Tyrone just to the west of Highway 90, the Emma Project will cover approximately 400 acres of disturbance, including construction of an open pit 600 feet deep. The project will […]
Mark your calendars for the Gila Earth Day celebration on Saturday, April 23, 2022! For more than 50 years, Earth Day has inspired billions around the world to fight for a clean environmentand demand action on climate change. Gila Earth Day will continue the annual celebration herelocally with family-friendly, fun activities to help you do […]
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