Navajo State Park in southwest Colorado is famous for great boating, fishing and camping; but soon it could be renowned for its wasps…
Category: Environment/Recreation
OPINION: The Radiation Scandal Revealed
An activist anti-nuclear population views all radiation as problematic, whether that view is rational, irrational or actually harmful to people’s health and welfare…
New Rule Would ‘Streamline’ Oil and Gas Drilling in Colorado’s National Forests
Limited oil and gas drilling has also been approved in the San Juan National Forest in southwest Colorado, and in the Medicine Bow-Routt National Forests near the Wyoming border…
‘Colorado Recreates Responsibly Week’
While the outdoor recreation industry has long been an economic driver for Colorado, the recent COVID-19 pandemic has led to record visitation and needs for maintenance on public lands nationwide…
Colorado Fires, an Update
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…
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….”