Rocky Mountain Biological Lab Holds ‘Fat Marmot Week’ Fundraiser
The Rocky Mountain Biological Lab in Gothic, Colorado, is hosting "Fat Marmot Week," a fundraiser where people can vote for their favorite "chunky" alpine marmot to support research. This event highlights the ongoing research of the Marmot Project, which has…
Denver, CO, August 24, 2026 —
The Rocky Mountain Biological Lab (RMBL) in Gothic, Colorado, is currently hosting its unique fundraising event, “Fat Marmot Week.” This initiative invites the public to participate by voting for their favorite “chunky” alpine marmot. The funds raised through these votes will directly support ongoing research at the lab.
“Fat Marmot Week” serves to highlight the long-standing Marmot Project, a research endeavor that has been in continuous operation since 1962. The project focuses on studying the behavior and ecology of alpine marmots in their natural habitat. The event also aims to draw attention to the broader challenges faced by scientific research in securing adequate funding.
Participants in the fundraiser can cast their votes for the marmots, contributing to both awareness and financial support for the scientific work being done at RMBL. The event emphasizes the importance of sustained research and the need for community involvement in supporting scientific endeavors.
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