Environment/Recreation – Page 15 – Pagosa Daily Post News Events & Video for Pagosa Springs Colorado

Risk and Danger in the Post-Wildfire Environment

Posted on August 2, 2023August 2, 2023 by Post Contributor

The guide includes information on personal and family safety, community mobilization, post-fire treatments, financial tips, flood information…

BIG PIVOTS: Boulder City Council Looking at Natural Gas Ban

Posted on August 1, 2023August 1, 2023 by Allen Best

This story by Allen Best appeared in ‘Big Pivots’ on July 25, 2023. In a straw poll, eight members of the Boulder City Council indicated READ MORE

Record Heat After Wet Spring Elevates Colorado Wildfire Risk

Posted on July 26, 2023July 26, 2023 by Post Contributor

“The lighter fuels, the grasses, those types of things — when we have really wet years, those grow very, very rapidly…”

New Ad Campaign Urges Designation of More National Monuments

Posted on July 26, 2023July 26, 2023 by Aaron Weiss

“Our latest ad sends a clear message … for inspiring Westerners with real progress…”

Expect Logging Traffic on Some Forest Service Roads

Posted on July 21, 2023July 21, 2023 by Post Contributor

Vegetation management work on the district aims to achieve various resource objectives including fuels reduction, wildlife habitat improvement and forest health…

Ribbon Cutting for New Pickleball Courts Set for This Thursday

Posted on July 18, 2023July 18, 2023 by Bill Hudson

The new courts were funded in part by the Pagosa Pickleball Club, with public funding donated by the Pagosa Springs Tourism Board, the Town of Pagosa Springs, and Archuleta County…

PIKA PATROL: Mobile App Will Help Track American Pika

Posted on July 18, 2023July 18, 2023 by Post Contributor

“Each summer, thousands of hikers see pikas dashing around rocky slopes above the tree line…”

San Juan Forest Announces Fire Restrictions, Starting Today

Posted on July 13, 2023July 13, 2023 by Post Contributor

The minimum fine for violating campfire restrictions in Stage I is $530 in Colorado…

Chimney Rock National Monument Closed During Lunar Standstill Events

Posted on July 11, 2023July 12, 2023 by Post Contributor

Temporary closures will impact the Monument’s recreation areas beginning July 15, 2023…

Advocates Applaud Intent of Proposed Public Lands Conservation Rule

Posted on July 7, 2023July 7, 2023 by Post Contributor

The proposed rule intends to place conservation on equal footing with extractive uses…

Chris Mountain Fire, Day 8

Posted on July 6, 2023July 7, 2023 by Post Contributor

Chris Mountain Fire has reached 35 percent containment…

Recreate, Safely and Responsibly, This July

Posted on July 3, 2023July 3, 2023 by Post Contributor

Fire danger is on the rise and unusual springlike conditions require additional safety precautions…

Full Moon Tour at Chimney Rock, June 3

Posted on June 30, 2023June 30, 2023 by Post Contributor

Purchasing your tickets in advance is the only way to guarantee a spot for the monthly and annual programs…

Soccer Registration Open for Kids, Adults

Posted on June 30, 2023June 30, 2023 by Post Contributor

Registration is now open for pee-wee soccer ages 3-4. The registration fee will be $45 for the first child…

Colorado Parks and Wildlife Plans to Enforce Sober Boating

Posted on June 28, 2023June 28, 2023 by Post Contributor

“Boating is a favorite pastime of Coloradans and visitors alike, but we want to make sure that everyone is enjoying their time on the water responsibly…”