Mancos Conservation District

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To promote the long-term sustainable use and protection of the natural resources of the Mancos River Watershed by providing educational opportunities for residents and financial and technical assistance to landowners and managers seeking to meet conservation goals.

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History of Conservation Districts

Conservation Districts trace their roots back to the 1930s, when national attention was directed to the soil erosion crisis of the Dust Bowl. Since then, soil conservation districts have evolved into a unique unit of local government that utilizes state, federal, and private sector resources to solve today’s natural resource problems. Including: soil conservation, water quality and conservation, wildlife habitat, and forest management.

Conservation Districts Today: How They Help

The Mancos Conservation District (MCD) provides rural landowners with information, technical and engineering support, and access to government cost-share programs that deal with improvement of water distribution, on-farm irrigation systems, noxious weed control, rehabilitation of disturbed areas, and other conservation related activities.

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Meet Our Board of Supervisors

Danny Margoles, Executive Director

Danny joined the MCD as Executive Director in 2024 and oversees the District’s operations, staff, programs, and development. Danny is passionate about locally-led conservation and, in his role, the ability to build relationships and complete projects that support the Mancos community, economy, and ecosystems. Danny has a Master’s in Geography from the University of Minnesota and, prior to working with the District, coordinated the Dolores Watersheds Collaborative. Danny has lived in Mancos for the past eight years and enjoys exploring the area’s forests, rivers, and canyons with his wife and daughter.

Meet Our Staff

Jason Morrow, Watershed Coordinator

Jason joined MCD in March of 2026. Originally from Wyoming, he has lived in Mancos for 9 years and the Southwest for 14 years. He has a background in water resources engineering, soil science, and small scale vegetable farming. He became passionate about local conservation as a Peace Corps volunteer in Zambia. Most recently, he worked with the Colorado Division of Water Resources as a water commissioner for 8 years, managing water rights on the La Plata River. Jason is excited to be working on local conservation, building relationships and supporting efforts promoting sustainable management of the Mancos watershed. Jason loves spending time in the garden, and roaming the deserts and mountains of the West.

Casey Flynn, District Conservation Technician

Casey joined MCD/NRCS as a District Conservation Technician with a forestry emphasis in June 2024. Casey is originally from Northern Virginia but has lived in the Durango area since 2018. She played college soccer at Fort Lewis College, where she received a Bachelor's degree in Biology. For the last few years, she has worked as a Certified Snowboard Instructor at Purgatory Resort. In her free time, she loves to be outside. She enjoys backpacking, biking, and snowboarding.    


Hannah Voye, District Conservation Technician

Hannah joined MCD in March 2026. A Wisconsin native, she earned her Bachelor of Science in Horticulture from the University of Wisconsin–River Falls and later completed a Master of Plant Science at South Dakota State University. Following graduate school, Hannah worked with farmers across the United States through the Ecdysis Foundation, researching sustainable agriculture practices. Collaborating with landowners in Colorado, Arizona, and New Mexico sparked her passion for dryland agriculture and water conservation. She is excited to become involved in the local community and continue supporting landowners as they navigate the unique ecological and climate challenges of the Southwest. When she’s not working, Hannah enjoys exploring the outdoors, snowboarding, and spontaneous adventures.

Aaron Kinsley, Watershed Technician

Aaron is an AmeriCorps member serving at the MCD through the Rural Alliance for Dignity program. He spent the last 4 years in the Pacific Northwest, where he obtained his Bachelor of Science degree from The Evergreen State College. Aaron is excited to learn about local ecology in Montezuma County while contributing to conservation. Aaron enjoys going for walks, runs, hikes, and bike rides in his free time.

Tara Harris, Forestry Program Manager

Tara Harris joined MCD in June 2023. She has a degree in Natural Resources Management from Eastern Kentucky University and over 5 years of experience working for Public Lands agencies - including the San Juan National Forest. Her knowledge of Forest and Rangeland Ecology translates well to working on wildfire mitigation and forest restoration projects here in Montezuma County. Tara is passionate about working alongside her community on local conservation projects and providing education on forest ecosystems and living with wildfire. Outside of work, Tara spends her time outdoors - hiking, backpacking, and riding horses.

Erica Holm, District Manager

Erica joined the Mancos Conservation District in 2023. A fifth-generation resident of Montezuma County, she grew up in Mancos and has a deep appreciation for the region’s landscapes and outdoor traditions. In her role, Erica oversees the District’s financial management, supports Board operations, and administers grant programs, managing reimbursements, contractor payments, and accounting. She moved back home to Montezuma County in 2017, and enjoys spending her free time with her husband and dogs, rafting local rivers, foraging for medicinal plants, and visiting her family’s cabin in the aspens.

Rowan Henke, Conservation Forester

Rowan joined the conservation district in July 2024 and originally hails from the midwest. She attended University of Vermont, where she received a Bachelor’s degree in Environmental Science. After graduating, she landed in the San Juans in 2021 and spent a couple summers working seasonally at SJNF before joining the district. Rowan is passionate about forest ecology and wants to continue learning about forest systems through her work at MCD. She also enjoys opportunities to engage with the local community. When she’s not working, Rowan loves to spend her time running, biking, fishing, and snowboarding.