The Echo Lakes Environment Fund
The Echo Lakes Environment Fund is a nonprofit organization in the Echo Lakes Basin. It is organized to promote the conservation and stewardship of the Echo Lakes wilderness ecology through research, policy studies, environmental activities, and education. It is a 501(c)3, organized and operated exclusively for educational, scientific, literary and charitable purposes.
Founded in 1970 by a group of young people concerned about environmental awareness at the lakes, ELEF has, over the ensuing decades, sponsored a recycling center, nature walks, a newsletter, several free nature book distributions to all cabins, as well as many Desolation, road and lakes clean-ups.
The Osprey Echo Lakes News and Review is published annually by the ELEF. Current and archived issues are available for download at the bottom of this page
Our Key Environmental Projects
Replanting after the Caldor Fire
Aquatic Invasive Species Prevention
Bear Education
Look to the 7th edition of the Osprey for more information about replanting efforts
Help keep Echo Lakes pristine by making sure all water gear is clean, drained, and dry.
Look to the book Living With Bears for more information on how to Bear-proof a cabin
How to Contribute
Your donations help us protect the clarity of our waters and the health of our shorelines. There are several ways to support the Echo Lakes Environment Fund.
Securely donate through our digital portal to support immediate restoration efforts.
Online Giving
Contributions by check can be sent to our association office to minimize processing fees.
Mail-in Checks
Leave a lasting impact by including the Environment Fund in your estate planning.
Legacy Gifts
Preserve the Legacy
Every contribution to the Echo Lakes Environment Fund supports our work, from The Osprey News and Review, to Caldor Fire restoration projects. Join us as stewards of the beautiful Echo Lakes Basin.
