Colorado is home to 43 world-class state parks, more than 960 species of wildlife, and 23 million acres of public lands…
Category: Environment/Recreation
Zebra Mussels May Pose ‘Extreme Risk’ in Colorado River
The tested locations are now considered “suspect” for zebra mussel presence…
Trophy Hunting of Mountain Lions Increases Likelihood of Human-Lion Conflict
Trophy hunting not only is unnecessary for lion population control but interrupts the beneficial ecological services provided by lions…
Continental Divide Trail Coalition to Host Event at SOCO
The Continental Divide Trail Coalition sees the 3,100-mile Continental Divide National Scenic Trail (CDT) as a renowned and revered natural resource…
Montana Supreme Court Hears Oral Arguments in Landmark Climate Case
The State should stop fighting Montana’s youth… and get to work complying with the ‘Held’ order…
Rocky Mountain Wolf Project Celebrates Six-Month Milestone of ‘Born To Be Wild’ License Plate
Approved by the Colorado General Assembly in the spring of 2023, the ‘Born To Be Wild’ license plate generates a perpetual revenue stream…
Colorado Can Achieve Its 2030 Clean Energy Goals… by 2031
The Colorado Energy Office expects more than 10,000 e-bike purchases in 2024 as a result of a new $450 point-of-sale discount…
July Events at Chimney Rock National Monument Announced
Purchasing your tickets in advance is the only way to guarantee a spot for the monthly and annual programs…
Stay Safe While Enjoying Colorado Outdoors
Life jackets save lives. Paddleboards and kayaks are considered vessels, and life jacket requirements apply…
Public Comments Sought on Jackson Mountain Landscape Project
Fuels treatments such as mowing, mastication, chipping, and hand thinning are being proposed on up to 1,600 acres…
Early Registration for ‘Pagosa Duathlon’ Ends Tomorrow
For a more challenging course, the Dirty Du begins with a 6-mile trail run, followed by a 15-mile bike…
‘Great Outdoors Colorado’ Distributing Free Wildflower Seeds
“The Western Bumblebee population has declined in Colorado by 72%, and we’re calling on kids across Colorado to Bee the Change…”
Register Now for ‘Alberta Peak Challenge’ 4 Mile & 12 Mile Trail Races
Conquer the climb at the Alberta Peak Challenge and you’ll be rewarded with stunning 360-degree views of the San Juan Mountains…
Outdoor Industry Calls on Congress to Address Abandoned Mine Cleanups
“Everything from commercial river recreation to rafting, kayaking, to wildlife viewing, hunting, fishing… depends on the waters that course through our streams and rivers…”
Reintroduced Gray Wolves in Colorado Starting Their Families?
Colorado Parks and Wildlife has confirmed successful reproduction in its gray wolf reintroduction efforts in the state…
One project will reduce deferred maintenance and replace campground site amenities at Williams Creek Campground…
Sweitzer Lake State Park to Host Wakeboarding Championship June 28-29
“There are some really talented people wakeboarding in this event, and we are excited to welcome everyone participating…”
Weminuche Audubon Society to Hold Annual Meeting Tomorrow, June 19
We are al ways looking for volunteers to help with the varied projects that we are involved in…
Annual ‘Red Ryder Roundup’ Rodeo Set for July 4-6
This multi-state sanctioned rodeo series features amateur cowboys and cowgirls from various states competing for prizes and prize money…