RMFI conducts research monitoring the effectiveness of restoration and erosion control techniques we have implemented at our various project sites. RMFI has also completed research examining the effects of recreation with the alpine as associated with the climbing of the state’s 14,000-ft mountains. All of our research is geared toward gaining a better understanding of how our work is positively impacting the environment. As part of our commitment to further education within the restoration field, RMFI partners with the University of Colorado at Colorado Springs and Colorado College to provide student research internships.

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Pikes Peak Restoration Research

The research program on Pikes Peak is focused on assessing the effectiveness of erosion control structures and restoration techniques implemented to mitigate environmental damage to streams and wetlands adjacent to the Pikes Peak Highway that have been impacted by decades of uncontrolled stormwater runoff.

South Platte-Hayman Burn Area Monitoring Effectiveness

A project to measure the long-term effects of post-fire restoration efforts in the Hayman Burn area.

Garden of the Gods Restoration Monitoring

A program to measure the effectiveness of vegetation restoration treatments in this heavily used urban park.