This program is recommended for ages 5 and up. Attendees must arrive at the plaza kiosk by 10am…
Category: Environment/Recreation
Colorado Ranks Third in the Nation on EV Index
ACEEE’s scorecard considers a variety of factors, including deployment of electric vehicles and the building of charging infrastructure…
Risk and Danger in the Post-Wildfire Environment
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
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
“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
“Our latest ad sends a clear message … for inspiring Westerners with real progress…”
Expect Logging Traffic on Some Forest Service Roads
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
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
“Each summer, thousands of hikers see pikas dashing around rocky slopes above the tree line…”
San Juan Forest Announces Fire Restrictions, Starting Today
The minimum fine for violating campfire restrictions in Stage I is $530 in Colorado…
Chimney Rock National Monument Closed During Lunar Standstill Events
Temporary closures will impact the Monument’s recreation areas beginning July 15, 2023…
Advocates Applaud Intent of Proposed Public Lands Conservation Rule
The proposed rule intends to place conservation on equal footing with extractive uses…
Chris Mountain Fire, Day 8
Chris Mountain Fire has reached 35 percent containment…
Recreate, Safely and Responsibly, This July
Fire danger is on the rise and unusual springlike conditions require additional safety precautions…
Full Moon Tour at Chimney Rock, June 3
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
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
“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…”
Western Landowners Welcome Historic USDA Working Lands Investment
“The USDA-Wyoming Big Game Partnership Pilot is proving out a win-win model of conservation…”