Amid hot, dry weather that has left 100% of the state under an official drought classification for the first time in seven years, the 2020 wildfire season is on track to be among the most active in state history…
Category: Environment/Recreation
OPINION: Hurricane Laura Slams US Oil Heartland
Hurricane Laura is the seventh system to hit the US, a record for this time of year, with three more months of hurricane season to go….
Global Indigenous Council Endorses Colorado Wolf Reintroduction
“In the name of our ancestors and our future generations, we will be honored to participate in returning the wolf and ecological balance, and sharing our Traditional Ecological Knowledge to achieve this…”
Back to the Wild
At Frisco Creek, CPW’s wildlife technician cleaned the bear’s paws, applied salves to treat the burns and wrapped its feet…
LETTER: A Campaign to Ban Fires in Archuleta County from April through September
Things are different, and there is nothing much we can do about but live with. But… we can and must take action now to protect our piece of ‘Paradise’ here in Archuleta County, Colorado…
Stage 1 Fire Restrictions Begin Today in the San Juan National Forest
With minimal monsoon moisture received this year, Fire Managers on the San Juan National Forest are implementing Stage I Fire Restrictions (order) on all National READ MORE
OPINION: Denver Water, Trump Administration Threaten National Environmental Policy Act
Both Denver Water and Trump’s Department of Justice issued “motions to dismiss” in the lawsuit that Save The Colorado et al. have brought against the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers…
Governor Polis Provides Update on Colorado Wildfires
There are currently four large wildfires burning: the Grizzly Creek Fire in Glenwood Canyon, the Pine Gulch Fire near Grand Junction, the Williams Fork Fire in Grand County, and the Cameron Peak Fire near Redfeather Lakes…
Former Colorado Governor Endorses Colorado Wolf Restoration Ballot Initiative
“I have great faith in the voters of Colorado to make the right choice for our state in November and hope all Coloradans will join me in voting to return wolves to Colorado’s high country…”
Colorado Hunters, Anglers Help Preserve Wildlife Habitat
Many people may not realize that when hunters and anglers buy their licenses they also purchase a Habitat Stamp. This additional stamp allows Coloradans and visitors alike to enjoy wildlife in their natural habitats…
San Juan Water Conservancy District Posts Draft Strategic Plan
The San Juan Water Conservancy District has posted its draft “Strategic Plan” and is inviting public comments on the plan…
Colorado Offering Trail Construction and Maintenance Grants
To continue the goals of Colorado Parks and Wildlife and the State Trails Program to improve trail recreation opportunities, we are offering three categories for this year’s grant cycle…
August 15 is Deadline for ‘Gray Wolves’ Membership Benefits
For over thirty five years and a membership in excess of 1,000, the club has provided a skiing and social outlet for those over 50, come and enjoy the fun…
Steam Through the Rockies in Your Own Private Rail Car…
Because of COVID-19 safe practices and restrictions, the Cumbres & Toltec Scenic Railroad is making this dream a reality by offering an unprecedented special opportunity to rent your own personal rail car at a fraction of the typical cost….
OPINION: Conservation Groups Hail New Clean Air Ruling
“We are pleased that Colorado’s strong new air pollution rules remain in effect to protect southwest Colorado’s air quality and our community’s health….”
Wolf Creek Ski Area Seeking Survey Input
As the COVID-19 pandemic becomes resolved in hopefully the somewhat near future, Wolf Creek Ski Area will go back to its normal operations…
Fire Restrictions Lifting Today on San Juan National Forest
“Fire danger is now moderate, but forest visitors still need to take actions to prevent unwanted fire…”
Protecting the Navajo River Watershed
The completion of a conservation easement on Banded Peak Ranch is the final phase of a 30-year effort by The Conservation Fund in the Navajo River Watershed — protecting a total of 65,000 acres…