“Declines in biodiversity were associated with high-severity fire activity, which began with the disruption of Indigenous-controlled fire use…”
Category: Environment/Recreation
TROOPER TIPS: Don’t Get Swept Away
With all of the fires Colorado has had over the past few years we are starting to see a real problem with flash flooding affecting our roadways…
LETTER: The Right Direction for Colorado, to Reduce Plastic Pollution
If we want to get serious about reducing our single use plastic use as both a state and nation, corporations have to begin taking responsibility…
Free Entrance to Colorado State Park on Monday, August 2
Although the state celebrates its 145th birthday on August 1, state parks will offer free entrance on August 2 instead…
‘Colorfest’ Tickets Now on Sale
Various weekend combination packages are also available. For example, you can purchase a reserved seating wine ticket and a beer tasting ticket…
Cumbres & Toltec Scenic Railroad Resumes Full Service July 31
Passengers can travel the full 64 miles between Chama NM and Antonito CO when motorcoach service resumes July 31, 2021…
Ridgway RiverFest Announces New Event Date: August 28
The highlight of the day is the infamous “Junk of the Unc” race in which boaters maneuver their craft, constructed from scrap materials, through whitewater rapids…
‘Find Your Fourteener’ Program Aims to Protect, Sustain Colorado Forests
With recreation on Colorado’s trails predicted to reach record levels for the second year in a row, the need for dedicated stewardship is greater than ever before…
Colorado Arrives at the Dawn of Megafires, Part Three
“It was a gut reaction,” said Brubaker. “I looked at the sky and I knew that I needed to get out of here…”
Colorado Arrives at the Dawn of Megafires, Part Two
“What’s striking is that temperatures and correspondingly fire are now exceeding the range that these forests have coped with for thousands of years…”
Fire Restrictions Rescinded Within San Juan National Forest
This means campfires are now allowed outside of established campgrounds and recreation sites…
Today is Final Day to Register for Youth Gymnastics
The Town Recreation Department is excited to offer youth gymnastics for ages 3 and up… and is accepting pee-wee soccer registrations through July 30…
Colorado Puts the Kibosh to Plastic Bags and Foam. What’s Next?
With this law, called the Plastic Pollution Reduction Act, Colorado became the 10th state to take action against single-use plastic bags…
Colorado Parks and Wildlife Commission Approves $5.9 million in Motorized Trail Grants
“This year we funded 33 maintenance trail crews across the state, 24 of which are Good Management crews…”
Colorado Parks and Wildlife, Keystone Policy Center Launch Online Open House
“We want to hear the public’s input about the Wolf Restoration and Management Plan,” said Julie Shapiro, director of the Natural Resources Program for Keystone Policy Center…
Warm Fish, on Tomichi Creek
“Fish that are caught when temperatures are that high may experience increased stress, and anglers may find it difficult to release fish safely…”
Sowing Seeds in the Heat
By employing a few easy routines, plants will avoid suffering and grow beautifully to their full potential…
Safety Tips for Enjoying the Fourth of July Weekend, Outdoors
Colorado Parks and Wildlife reminds Coloradans and state visitors of a few ways to balance outdoor recreation with mindful conservation and safety…