The storm left a 12-inch settled midway that has a high water content, which is supportive…
Category: Environment/Recreation
INTERVIEW: Kate Marvel on ‘Spite as a Climate Strategy’
“Well, first I want to say something that might shock your audience, which is that President Trump is wrong…”
Colorado 2026-2027 Ski Season Officially Underway
Opening day at A-Basin is a quintessential Colorado tradition, complete with colorful costumes, parking lot breakfasts, and a crowd ready to welcome another winter…
San Juan National Forest Clearing Roadways After Flood Event
Operations are taking place in close coordination with counties and the National Guard…
Chimney Rock ‘Dating Game’ Lecture Canceled
CRIA plans to reschedule the lecture with Dr. Kappelman in 2027…
LECTURE: The Dating Game… Archeological Dating Methods
Dr. Kappelman will introduce the geological foundations of dating techniques and examine a range of scientific methods…
Bear Killings Skyrocket as Garbage, Bird Feeders Draw Them into Conflict
““I’ve had officers who have had to work three weeks in a row, working 18-hour days, day after day. We have been worried about the mental health of some of our officers…”
BIG PIVOTS: How to Minimize Wildfire Risk from Electric Utilities, According to Gov. Polis
That policy, he went on to say, could cause homeowners associations to invest in energy storage, which is then passed on to its members…
OPINION: A Welcome Shift in Colorado’s Lethal Wolf Removal Policy
The Endangered Species Coalition welcomes Colorado Parks and Wildlife’s shift to a more conservative, case-by-case approach to lethal wolf removals…
Colorado Seeing Increased Number of Orphaned Bear Cubs
By late August, CPW officials were finding bear cubs that weighed just 17-18 pounds — the weight they should be in May…
Prescribed Burn Planned for Eight Mile Mesa Tomorrow, October 8
Hazardous fuels reduction work will take place pending favorable weather conditions…
‘The Dating Game’ Lecture Tomorrow: How Archaeologists Estimates Dates at Chimney Rock
Chimney Rock Interpretive Association invites the public to a free lecture given by Dr. John Kappelman tomorrow, Tuesday, October 6 at 6pm…
In Colorado, Majestic Ponderosa Pines Are Dying
“In the past, you would have isolated trees here or there that were killed,” he said. “This is more widespread…”
Unforgettable Experiences in a Hot Air Balloon in Pagosa Springs
Most Pagosa Springs balloon flights take place in the morning, when the air is generally calm…
Analysis Finds 99% of Public Comments Oppose Roadless Rule Change
“Once again, Americans have shown up in overwhelming numbers to oppose reckless actions on public lands…”
Wolf Creek Season Passes Available Starting This Saturday, Sept. 26
Pre-Season Pass Sale is Online Sales Only. In-person purchases will not be available…
BACKYARD DIVERSITY: Wildflower Mixes for the Four Corners
One of the first and easiest things to do when improving backyard habitat is to sow wildflower seeds…
The History and Future of American Public Lands
You are invited to join Walt Dabney, former National Park Service Superintendent and Texas State Parks Director for an eye-opening talk…
Chimney Rock National Monument to Reopen Today, Friday, Sept. 18
Road crews and engineers completed repairs while Monument staff shoveled mud and rocks out of parking lots and pathways…