“We will strive to always have the best examples of operating coal-fired steam locomotives in service when conditions permit,” said Interim CEO Eric Mason…
Category: Environment/Recreation
EDITORIAL: Strange Diversions in a Strange Land, Part Three
But the word acequia refers not only to the ditch itself; it also refers to the organized community that shares and maintains the ditch….
OPINION: Wild Horses in America…Hard Truths & Sensible Solutions
The result is that today, 50-years since the passage of the 1971 Act, we find that wild horses have been limited-down to about 7% of the grazing on lands that the 1971 Act had set-aside…
Wolf Creek Ski Area Boasts Two Feet of New Snow Over the Past Week
At this time, the services offered to skiers and boarders are the lifts, restrooms, private lessons, rentals, Treasure and Noel Sports. The Upper Lodge is open with a very limited menu…
OPINION: Wild Horses Aren’t the Problem; The BLM Is.
Since the passage of the Wild Horse and Burro Act of 1971, wild horses have lost 41 percent of their habitat…
‘Wildlife Migration Project’ Planned for Highway 160 Near Chimney Rock
“Deer and elk spend the warm months in the high country to the north; but most big game move to the important winter range areas south of the highway during the winter….”
LETTER: Protecting Biodiversity Protects the Planet
Saving endangered plants or animals from extinction is significant because, like them, we need clean air, a stable climate, and a healthy environment to survive and thrive…
OPINION: BLM Abdicates Wild Horse Management Obligations
Decades ago, when the public learned that they were being abused, exploited and even killed by private profiteers, we rallied behind Congress to pass the Wild Free-Roaming Wild Horses and Burros Act…
Waterfowl Hunters, Take Care on, or Near, Water
The tragic drowning of a young hunter in November served as an unfortunate reminder to be extra cautious on the water…
Bird Identification Class This Wednesday, in Preparation for the Christmas Bird Count
This class, presented by Keith Bruno, Audubon Rockies community naturalist, will focus on perching songbirds. House finch or Cassin’s finch, song sparrow or house sparrow, downy or hairy woodpecker…
Last Day for ‘Local Appreciation Rate’ Tickets at Wolf Creek
Today, Friday December 4, lift tickets will be at Local Appreciation Rates. Everyone is a local!
Congressman Joe Neguse Calls for National Biodiversity Strategy
“Given the current biodiversity crisis, it is more important than ever to assert U.S. leadership in the context of renewed global efforts to protect biodiversity and nature…”
Cumbres & Toltec Scenic Railroad Offers First Ever Holiday Promotion
During the holiday promotion sale, November 27 – 30, 2020, the railroad is offering 15 percent off on 2021 gift certificates purchased at Cumbrestoltec.com…
Give a Gift That Grows: Plant-A-Tree
The U.S. Forest Service established the Plant-A-Tree Program in 1983 to allow donors to contribute money toward reforestation on National Forests to memorialize loved ones or commemorate births, weddings or special events…
The Wolves of Moffat County
“As recently as last week we have confirmed the presence of wolves in Moffat County via pictures and recorded howling. Staff will continue monitoring the area…”
Navajo, Hopi Evaluate Progress Toward an Equitable Economy
Native grassroots leaders release report card grading key areas over the last year on the transition away from coal to build a new economy…
Wolf Creek Ski Area Running Seven Lifts, 98% Open
A recent series of storms delivered 38 inches of new snow to the north-facing mountainside, bringing its season total to 77 inches. Wolf Creek was the only Colorado ski area to open in October this year…
Audubon Announces ‘Christmas Bird Count’ Events Starting Nov. 18
In the wake of the COVID-19 pandemic, we will be splitting our zones into smaller “sub-zones” for the purpose of avoiding carpooling, encouraging walking, and birding closer to home…