RBC | The 2023-2024 fishing license is valid from March 1, 2023, through March 31, 2024. Regulations and pricing for annual, daily and multi-day fishing licenses can be found in the 2023 Colorado Fishing Brochure (Pesca en Colorado (En Español). For individuals, ages 18 through 64, an $11.50 Habitat Stamp[Read More…]
Tag: Colorado Parks and Wildlife
CPW seeking input from big game hunters
As part of its Big Game Season Structure planning process, Colorado Parks and Wildlife is seeking input from resident and nonresident big game hunters about the BGSS topics under consideration. CPW is encouraging the public to complete this comment form at https://engagecpw.org/big-game-season-structure on the current BGSS and potential changes CPW[Read More…]
Hunting/fishing representatives sought for CPW co-op
Colorado Parks and Wildlife (CPW) is accepting membership applications to fill two sportsperson representative positions on the Colorado Outdoor Partnership (CO-OP). Interested individuals are invited to fill out an online membership application no later than Monday, March 13, 2023 (https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScXeTEVe9ozuikpBqXt9fE-FelRVWliWfQnlB7R081ipe7ElQ/viewform). The CO-OP is a collaborative of leaders that share the[Read More…]
Opinion: some suggestions for wolf restoration and management
By JEFF MADISON Special to the Herald Times First, I would like to thank The Commission, the Technical Working Group (TWG), and the Stakeholder Advisory Group (SAG) for their efforts in developing The Colorado Wolf Restoration and Management Plan. You have been charged with the near impossible task of producing[Read More…]
CPW hears feedback on wolves at meeting
Colorado Parks and Wildlife held another meeting to collect public feedback on the Draft Colorado Wolf Restoration and Management Plan in Rifle on Tuesday, Feb. 7. A recording of the meeting can be viewed on CPW’s YouTube channel here. Multiple members of the public were present to provide comment, including[Read More…]
CPW concludes investigation on Meeker-area calf depredations
RBC | A Colorado Parks and Wildlife investigation that began on U.S. Forest Service land near Meeker in October 2022 has concluded. CPW investigators could not determine the exact cause of death for a few calves with hide damage and trauma consistent with a canine attack. Discovery of a pack[Read More…]
Polis administration announces discounted state parks pass
Governor Polis, Colorado Parks and Wildlife and the Division of Motor Vehicles announced the $29 Keep Colorado Wild state parks pass is now available to save Coloradans money with their 2023 vehicle registrations, building upon the Polis administration’s work to save Coloradans money and support Colorado’s world-class outdoors. “These exciting[Read More…]
Start 2023 with a CPW ‘First Day Hike’
First Day Hikes are a chance to get a jump start on your New Year’s resolutions by exercising in nature and experiencing the beautiful outdoor resources that Colorado has to offer. Participating state parks offer unique opportunities to get outdoors and learn about nature with guided hikes, scavenger hunts, prizes[Read More…]
NW CO identified as first location for wolf reintroduction
RBC | After 47 public meetings involving more than 3,000 citizens, 15 meetings for the 20-person Stakeholder Advisory Group, and 14 meetings for the 15-person Technical Working Group, the Colorado Parks and Wildlife Commission presented the 293-page draft Wolf Reintroduction and Management Plan during a virtual meeting last Friday. Commission[Read More…]
Bobcat hunters asked to return GPS collars
RBC | Colorado Parks and Wildlife is asking bobcat hunters who harvest a bobcat with a GPS Collar to return the collar to a seal check station. “Hunters looking to harvest a bobcat in GMUs 10 and 22 or surrounding GMUs may see bobcats with GPS collars affixed to their[Read More…]
Eighth annual Fresh Air Friday
Thanksgiving marks the beginning of the busy winter holiday season, so Colorado Parks and Wildlife invites people to spend time outdoors this Friday. On Nov. 25, CPW is pleased to offer free entry to all Colorado state parks on Fresh Air Friday. This year marks the eighth annual Fresh Air[Read More…]
CPW seeks input on herd management
Colorado Parks and Wildlife seeks input on draft Herd Management Plans (HMPs) for 16 deer herds in northwest Colorado. The draft plans are now open to public review and comment through Dec. 20. In 2023, Colorado Parks and Wildlife staff will present a Regional HMPs document for approval to the[Read More…]
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Gear up for an unforgettable adventure with the 2024 Ride The Rockies Route, set to unfold from June 9th to 15th! Read all about this new and exciting adventure visiting Meeker this year in this week’s edition and online at ht1885.com.
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Rangely Panther Kobey Chism (#22) has been selected to play in the 2024 8-man football all-state game. He’s sponsored by the Bleed Green Lancaster #17 Foundation. Story at ht1885.com.
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The Bureau of Land Management (BLM) and the Rio Blanco Fire Protection District (RBFPD) will begin work on a firebreak northwest of the Town of Meeker this month. Read about it online at ht1885.com.
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You can always find a reason to laugh... start with yourself. Hear from our Editor in her column this week online at ht1885.com.
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The amount of money reported lost to fraud and scams in the United States nearly tripled from $3.5 billion in 2020 to $10 billion in 2023, according to the Federal Trade Commission (FTC). Learn the tricks to help protect yourself and your family in this week’s edition and online at ht1885.com.
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About 80 Meeker Elementary Students participated in the reading competition. Prizes were distributed according to the most minutes read by each student. Story at ht1885.com.
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The Rangely Panthers track and field team traveled to Grand Junction this past weekend to compete in the Phil Wertman Invitational. Catch up online at ht1885.com.
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Natalie Kracht took first in her 100M heat for the MHS Cowboys at the Glenwood Springs Invitational last weekend. Read the full story online at ht1885.com.
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Join the Meeker High School Drama department for their production of Emma TONIGHT for opening day! Performances through Saturday at 7pm. Tickets are $5 and is a family friendly production.
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