RBC | The public is invited to attend CPW’s second online educational session related to wolf reintroduction efforts on Thursday, May 20 from 6-8 p.m. The purpose of the educational sessions is to provide a common understanding of what went into the considerations and the logistics for the reintroduction of[Read More…]
Tag: Colorado Parks and Wildlife
Villa Ranch conserved
MEEKER | The 2,226-acre Villa Ranch has been conserved in perpetuity by the Colorado Cattlemen’s Agricultural Land Trust (CCALT) and the Krueger family. The conservation project was made possible with support from Colorado Parks and Wildlife (CPW) and the Natural Resources Conservation Service (NRCS). Villa Ranch is located northwest of[Read More…]
CPW wolf education session session Apr. 28
RBC | Members of the Colorado Parks and Wildlife Commission as well as the public are invited to attend CPW’s first online educational session related to wolf reintroduction efforts on Wednesday, April 28 from 6-8 p.m. The purpose of the educational sessions is to provide the Commission and members of[Read More…]
Paddleboarders urged to wear personal floatation devices
RBC | As stand-up paddleboards become more and more popular, Colorado Parks and Wildlife reminds paddlers to wear personal floatation devices (PFDs) when using this watercraft. Over the last several years at Colorado’ state parks, more and more people have been falling off their boards and some have drowned. In[Read More…]
AGNC counties advocate for local gov participation in wolf process
RBC | Members of the Associated Governments of Northwest Colorado (AGNC) submitted a letter to the Colorado Parks and Wildlife (CPW) Commission advocating for the creation of a Local Government Advisory Group to provide for meaningful county participation in the development of the Colorado wolf introduction plan. Proposition 114 authorized[Read More…]
County Beat: Airport Master Plan, Staff Updates, CR 4 Bridge & Crystal Creek Ranch CPW Sale
RBC | In work sessions Tuesday the Rio Blanco County Board of County Commissioners heard updates on the Meeker Airport water main supply line and drainage projects from Facilities Manager Eric Jaquez. The airport needs more water pressure and hydrants for fire suppression, and stormwater drainage has caused repetitive problems[Read More…]
CPW approves sales of annual State Wildlife Area passes beginning May 1
RBC | At its virtual meeting this month, the Colorado Parks and Wildlife Commission voted unanimously to approve a new Colorado State Wildlife Area Pass as an option to access state wildlife areas. The new pass will go on sale May 1, 2021. “This is an important step in ensuring[Read More…]
Rabbit hemorrhagic disease IDed in GarCo
RBC | On March 26, Colorado Parks and Wildlife confirmed Rabbit Hemorrhagic Disease Virus type 2 (RHDV-2) in dead cottontail rabbits submitted from Garfield, and Saguache counties earlier in the month. CPW has had ongoing surveillance for the disease throughout the state since it was identified in April of 2020.[Read More…]
COUNTY BEAT: March 23, 2021 Commissioner Meetings
RBC | Commissioners met Tuesday, March. 23 for work sessions and a regular meeting to discuss various county business. CONSTITUTIONAL COUNTY SANCTUARY Rio Blanco County Commissioners discussed a proposed “constitutional sanctuary county” resolution drafted by Rangely residents Elaine Urie, Dan Eddy and Susan Berardi. Interim County Attorney Todd Starr commended[Read More…]
CPW secures conservation easement for Coal Creek Ranch
MEEKER | Using funds from the Colorado Wildlife Habitat Program, Colorado Parks and Wildlife has acquired a perpetual conservation easement on the 1,121-acre Coal Creek Ranch in Rio Blanco County. The transaction also includes a 20-year access agreement that will allow for public fishing and limited, reservation-managed archery and muzzleloader[Read More…]
CPW Hosting Virtual Wolf Reintroduction Planning Workshop Wednesday Morning
DENVER | The Colorado Parks and Wildlife Commission will discuss topics related to the the wolf restoration and management planning process including educational sessions, the format of public listening sessions, the application process for the Stakeholder Advisory Group, and the meeting schedule for the remainder of 2021 at a virtual[Read More…]
To avoid bear encounters, dispose of trash properly
RBC | One-third of all bear reports in Colorado last year have been traced back to having trash involved as an attractant. Colorado Parks and Wildlife received 4,943 bear reports in 2020 and 1,661 (33.6 percent) had trash documented. Trash is not the only problem leading to human-bear conflicts. Bird[Read More…]