Reactive nitrogen emitted from eastern Colorado is contributing to elevated deposition in Rocky Mountain National Park (RMNP), leading to undesirable ecosystem changes. Nitrogen emitted east of the Park often moves into the mountains during synoptic-scale upslope events that can be predicted.
The goal of the early warning system is to inform agricultural producers of impending weather conditions that are likely to transport nitrogen from eastern Colorado into RMNP. These warnings will allow producers to strategically implement best management practices that reduce nitrogen emissions but are not feasible for year-round implementation.
Participants will receive warnings of impending upslope events and will be asked to change the timing of any manure management activities planned during the warning period or by implementing other practices for reducing emissions. Participants will also be asked to respond to those warnings by indicating whether they are able to change their practices in response to issued warnings.
For those who sign up for text message updates, message and data rates from your mobile phone provider may apply. Subscribers may receive messages up to once each week. Once subscribed, you may text HELP for help, or STOP to cancel.