“This new Work Group has an opportunity to make important recommendations to improve opportunities for conservation and recreation…”
Category: Environment/Recreation
Prescribed Burns Planned in San Juan National Forest
Burning operations may take place over multiple days, but are always dependent upon multiple conditions, including personnel availability, fuel conditions…
Major Lunar Standstill Events Planned at Chimney Rock for Sept. 13 & 14
On Sunday, September 14, check-in will occur from 10:30 to 11:30pm, with the program beginning at 11:45pm…
Reserve Your Seat for Free Film Screening Focused on Watershed Restoration
Tickets are going fast for the free film screening of “Thinking Like Water,” to be hosted at the Liberty Theater on September 9…
Town Seeking Public Comment on Riverfront Property Development
One of the first components of this project will be holding a public meeting on Wednesday, September 10 at 5:30pm…
Colorado Park Pass Program Raises $41 Million to Enhance Recreation
“We’re excited to report on the Keep Colorado Wild Pass’s success during its second year of operations…”
Special Film Showing and Lecture Will Address Chaco Canyon Mysteries, Sept. 11
In 1977, Anna Sofaer rediscovered the Sun Dagger site atop Fajada Butte in Chaco Canyon…
BIG PIVOTS: Aspen Schools Look Underground for Sustainable Energy, Part Two
Suhrbier said the district hopes the geo-exchange network can be accomplished for less than $20 million…
BIG PIVOTS: Aspen Schools Look Underground for Sustainable Energy, Part One
The School District received two grants to explore a potential geothermal well field. Some hope for an even-deeper dive…
CPW Distributes Human-Bear Conflict Reduction Grants
These grants provide funding for local communities, municipalities, businesses and nonprofit organizations working to create innovative ways to reduce human-bear conflict…
Advocates Join Campaign to Keep Parks Public
Grand Junction event highlights threats to local public lands, and calls on Coloradans to speak up…
Motorists Asked to Be Aware of Bicycle Tour in Southwest Colorado
Approximately 175 touring bicyclists will hit the roadways between Silverton and Wolf Creek Pass during the annual week-long Colorado’s Ride event beginning Monday, August 18…
Grillin’ and Distillin’ is Pagosa’s Exciting New Summer Event
We’re looking for local backyard grillers and passionate pitmasters, ready to throw down for bragging rights, prizes, and community fun…
Catch the Magic of the Perseids Meteor Shower at Chimney Rock
Bring a chair, cushion, or blanket, dress for cool evening temperatures, and settle in for spectacular viewing…
ELKHORN FIRE UPDATE: August 3
The Elkhorn Fire north of Durango has estimat4ed on Sunday at 298 acres, with containment at about 50%…
CRIA Announces ‘The Chaco Phenomenon’ Lecture Series in August
Each lecture will feature a distinguished expert in Southwestern archaeology and anthropology…
OPINION: BLM Cutting Public Our of Rulemaking Process
The BLM is rushing to implement the irresponsible changes to oil and gas drilling on public lands required by the reconciliation bill…
‘Plant Walk’ with Lake McCullough Atop Wolf Creek Pass, on August 2
The walks are free of charge, but advance registration is required…
BIG PIVOTS: 21st Century Realities Hit San Luis Valley Agriculture
The solutions seem fairly obvious. Executing them is another matter…