I had the pleasure of spending last weekend at the Rocky Mountain Sustainable Living Fair in Fort Collins. This fair was started in 2000 on the CSU Campus where 300 people attended. In 2007 attendance hit 9574 people and 2008 was even bigger.

The fair is put on by the Rocky Mountain Sustainable Living Association which is a local non-profit organization committed to applying their vision and expertise toward a sustainable future for all. They are a solution-driven organization with the distinguishing quality to move people toward powerful and profound choices about issues affecting our community and beyond.

They teach people how to live more in balance with nature, by conserving natural resources and leaving less of an impact on the earth. They also provide individuals with the necessary tools, technology and knowledge to sustain these practices, for their personal wellbeing and the long-term benefit of our planet.

Topics covered include Renewable Energy, Environmental & Social Responsibility, Natural Health, Green Building, Alternative Vehicles, Organic Agriculture, Local Economies and more.

There was so much for children to do including a rock climbing wall, an area to dig for worms, a bubble tower, hamocks, and a fun kids tent put on by River Song Waldorf School. At the River song tent my kids spent a long time playing with the waldorf toys including play silks and dress up items. This gave the adults time to enjoy some local brew provided by New Belgium Brewery and Odell's Brewing Company.