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Category: Environment/Recreation

OPINION: Hurricane Laura Slams US Oil Heartland

Posted on August 28, 2020August 28, 2020 by Post Contributor

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….

Posted in Environment/Recreation, Opinion/Letters

Global Indigenous Council Endorses Colorado Wolf Reintroduction

Posted on August 27, 2020August 29, 2020 by Post Contributor

“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…”

Posted in Environment/Recreation

Back to the Wild

Posted on August 26, 2020August 26, 2020 by Post Contributor

At Frisco Creek, CPW’s wildlife technician cleaned the bear’s paws, applied salves to treat the burns and wrapped its feet…

Posted in Environment/Recreation

LETTER: A Campaign to Ban Fires in Archuleta County from April through September

Posted on August 22, 2020August 24, 2020 by Post Contributor

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…

Posted in Environment/Recreation, Opinion/Letters
Stage 1 Fire Restrictions Begin Today in the San Juan National Forest

Stage 1 Fire Restrictions Begin Today in the San Juan National Forest

Posted on August 20, 2020August 20, 2020 by Post Contributor

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

Posted in Environment/Recreation

OPINION: Denver Water, Trump Administration Threaten National Environmental Policy Act

Posted on August 20, 2020August 20, 2020 by Gary Wockner

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…

Posted in Environment/Recreation

Governor Polis Provides Update on Colorado Wildfires

Posted on August 19, 2020August 19, 2020 by Post Contributor

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…

Posted in Environment/Recreation, News/Politics

Former Colorado Governor Endorses Colorado Wolf Restoration Ballot Initiative

Posted on August 18, 2020August 18, 2020 by Post Contributor

“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…”

Posted in Environment/Recreation, News/Politics

Colorado Hunters, Anglers Help Preserve Wildlife Habitat

Posted on August 12, 2020August 12, 2020 by Post Contributor

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…

Posted in Environment/Recreation

San Juan Water Conservancy District Posts Draft Strategic Plan

Posted on August 7, 2020August 7, 2020 by Post Contributor

The San Juan Water Conservancy District has posted its draft “Strategic Plan” and is inviting public comments on the plan…

Posted in Environment/Recreation, News/Politics

Colorado Offering Trail Construction and Maintenance Grants

Posted on August 7, 2020August 7, 2020 by Post Contributor

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…

Posted in Environment/Recreation

August 15 is Deadline for ‘Gray Wolves’ Membership Benefits

Posted on August 5, 2020August 5, 2020 by Post Contributor

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…

Posted in Environment/Recreation
Steam Through the Rockies in Your Own Private Rail Car...

Steam Through the Rockies in Your Own Private Rail Car…

Posted on August 3, 2020August 3, 2020 by Post Contributor

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….

Posted in Environment/Recreation

OPINION: Conservation Groups Hail New Clean Air Ruling

Posted on July 31, 2020July 31, 2020 by Post Contributor

“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….”

Posted in Environment/Recreation

Wolf Creek Ski Area Seeking Survey Input

Posted on July 30, 2020July 30, 2020 by Post Contributor

As the COVID-19 pandemic becomes resolved in hopefully the somewhat near future, Wolf Creek Ski Area will go back to its normal operations…

Posted in Environment/Recreation

Fire Restrictions Lifting Today on San Juan National Forest

Posted on July 30, 2020July 30, 2020 by Post Contributor

“Fire danger is now moderate, but forest visitors still need to take actions to prevent unwanted fire…”

Posted in Environment/Recreation

Protecting the Navajo River Watershed

Posted on July 29, 2020July 29, 2020 by Post Contributor

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…

Posted in Environment/Recreation

Compensation Available for Landowners Wanting to Protect Forestlands

Posted on July 29, 2020July 29, 2020 by Post Contributor

In order to be eligible for the program, the proposed property must be located within a Forest Legacy Area, as identified in the 2020 application for the Forest Legacy Program…

Posted in Environment/Recreation

Celebrate ‘Colorado Day’ with Free Entrance into State Parks, August 3

Posted on July 28, 2020July 28, 2020 by Post Contributor

“Coloradans have a rich tradition of embracing an outdoor lifestyle, and our state parks offer a variety of outdoor activities…”

Posted in Environment/Recreation
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