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Category: Environment/Recreation

New Study: Indigenous Fire Stewardship Promotes Biodiversity

Posted on August 3, 2021August 3, 2021 by Post Contributor

“Declines in biodiversity were associated with high-severity fire activity, which began with the disruption of Indigenous-controlled fire use…”

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LETTER: The Right Direction for Colorado, to Reduce Plastic Pollution

Posted on August 2, 2021August 2, 2021 by Post Contributor

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…

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Free Entrance to Colorado State Park on Monday, August 2

Posted on July 30, 2021July 30, 2021 by Post Contributor

Although the state celebrates its 145th birthday on August 1, state parks will offer free entrance on August 2 instead…

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‘Colorfest’ Tickets Now on Sale

Posted on July 30, 2021July 30, 2021 by Post Contributor

Various weekend combination packages are also available. For example, you can purchase a reserved seating wine ticket and a beer tasting ticket…

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Cumbres & Toltec Scenic Railroad Resumes Full Service July 31

Posted on July 28, 2021July 28, 2021 by Post Contributor

Passengers can travel the full 64 miles between Chama NM and Antonito CO when motorcoach service resumes July 31, 2021…

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Ridgway RiverFest Announces New Event Date: August 28

Posted on July 27, 2021July 27, 2021 by Post Contributor

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…

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‘Find Your Fourteener’ Program Aims to Protect, Sustain Colorado Forests

Posted on July 27, 2021July 27, 2021 by Post Contributor

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…

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Colorado Arrives at the Dawn of Megafires, Part Three

Posted on July 23, 2021July 31, 2021 by Allen Best

“It was a gut reaction,” said Brubaker. “I looked at the sky and I knew that I needed to get out of here…”

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Colorado Arrives at the Dawn of Megafires, Part Two

Posted on July 22, 2021July 31, 2021 by Allen Best

“What’s striking is that temperatures and correspondingly fire are now exceeding the range that these forests have coped with for thousands of years…”

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Fire Restrictions Rescinded Within San Juan National Forest

Posted on July 22, 2021July 22, 2021 by Post Contributor

This means campfires are now allowed outside of established campgrounds and recreation sites…

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Today is Final Day to Register for Youth Gymnastics

Posted on July 16, 2021July 16, 2021 by Post Contributor

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…

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Colorado Puts the Kibosh to Plastic Bags and Foam. What’s Next?

Posted on July 15, 2021July 15, 2021 by Allen Best

With this law, called the Plastic Pollution Reduction Act, Colorado became the 10th state to take action against single-use plastic bags…

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Colorado Parks and Wildlife Commission Approves $5.9 million in Motorized Trail Grants

Posted on July 14, 2021July 14, 2021 by Post Contributor

“This year we funded 33 maintenance trail crews across the state, 24 of which are Good Management crews…”

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Colorado Parks and Wildlife, Keystone Policy Center Launch Online Open House

Posted on July 13, 2021July 13, 2021 by Post Contributor

“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…

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Warm Fish, on Tomichi Creek

Posted on July 9, 2021July 9, 2021 by Post Contributor

“Fish that are caught when temperatures are that high may experience increased stress, and anglers may find it difficult to release fish safely…”

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Sowing Seeds in the Heat

Posted on July 7, 2021July 7, 2021 by Post Contributor

By employing a few easy routines, plants will avoid suffering and grow beautifully to their full potential…

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Safety Tips for Enjoying the Fourth of July Weekend, Outdoors

Posted on July 2, 2021July 2, 2021 by Post Contributor

Colorado Parks and Wildlife reminds Coloradans and state visitors of a few ways to balance outdoor recreation with mindful conservation and safety…

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Operation Dry Water, 2021

Posted on June 30, 2021June 30, 2021 by Post Contributor

“Making the decision to boat under the influence is reckless; boat smart, boat safe, boat sober….”

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Summer Events Continue at Chimney Rock National Monument

Posted on June 30, 2021June 30, 2021 by Nadia Werby

You’ll walk in the footsteps of the fascinating and enigmatic ancestral Puebloans of the Chaco Canyon, following primitive pathways that haven’t changed for 1,000 years…

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