Environment/Recreation – Page 25 – Pagosa Daily Post News Events & Video for Pagosa Springs Colorado

Colorado Parks and Wildlife Approves $6.24 Million in Motorized Trail Grants

Posted on May 22, 2023May 22, 2023 by Post Contributor

Motorized trails offer an opportunity to traverse deep into Colorado’s wilderness to more easily find and enjoy the vast beauty the state offers…

Chimney Rock National Monument Open for the Season

Posted on May 19, 2023May 19, 2023 by Post Contributor

Join us tomorrow, May 20 for the Birding at Chimney Rock program…

SJBPH Invites Pool and Spa Operators to Discuss Rule Changes, Today, May 17

Posted on May 17, 2023May 17, 2023 by Megan Graham

These 1973 regulations are out of alignment with modern best practices in the aquatics industry…

Colorado’s Aquatic Nuisance Program Expands

Posted on May 17, 2023May 17, 2023 by Post Contributor

“By continuing our preventative watercraft inspection program Colorado can continue to set an example in the West…”

CPW to Host Big Game Season Public Meetings Across Southwest Region

Posted on May 16, 2023May 16, 2023 by Post Contributor

“Public feedback is essential to wildlife management,” said CPW Senior Wildlife Biologist Jamin Grigg…

Wildfire a Serious Threat to Many Pagosa Homes

Posted on May 12, 2023May 12, 2023 by Post Contributor

Most of our forests have not seen a significant wildfire for over 100 years. That’s a lot of time for unchecked growth of potential fuel…

Upcoming Pagosa Film Premiere Will Highlight 2022 Plumtaw Fire

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

“We’re fortunate to live in a community that is proactive about wildfire, but it will truly take all hands on deck…”

Jackson Mountain Project Rules Out Gravel Pit, Trails System

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

The Pagosa Ranger District is moving forward with the environmental analysis for the fuels reduction and vegetation management activities being considered…

Pagosa’s Earth Day Celebration Takes Place Tomorrow, Sat. April 22

Posted on April 21, 2023April 23, 2023 by Post Contributor

This year will be the 53rd celebration of Earth Day since its beginning in 1970 with a demonstration by 20 million Americans…

BIG PIVOTS: High Hopes for Hydrogen? Maybe Not… Part Two

Posted on April 19, 2023April 19, 2023 by Allen Best

“If you emit some hydrogen into the atmosphere now, it will lead to a progressive buildup of methane in the following years,” said Princeton’s Matteo Bertagni…

‘Colorado Bat Watch’ Provides a Chance to Participate in Science

Posted on April 19, 2023April 19, 2023 by Post Contributor

“To help bats survive white-nose syndrome, biologists need to know where bats are roosting…”

McPhee Reservoir Boatramp Opens Friday

Posted on April 19, 2023April 19, 2023 by Post Contributor

Current boat registration is required to launch a vessel on the reservoir…

BIG PIVOTS: High Hopes for Hydrogen? Maybe Not… Part One

Posted on April 18, 2023April 19, 2023 by Allen Best

Both Xcel and Colorado state government issued press releases this week announcing that the states — New Mexico, Wyoming, and Utah, in addition to Colorado — had submitted their application…

Colorado Parks and Wildlife Seeks Input on State Wildlife Areas

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

To help ensure SWAs are benefitting wildlife and manage increasing recreation demand at SWAs, CPW is proposing updates to SWA regulations…

Earth Day Durango Inspires Action for a Climate Fit For Life

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

According to Earth Day Durango’s website, the purpose of their efforts is to “inspire businesses, organizations, and people of all ages, through fun and learning…”