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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…]

March 2, 2023 by Special to the Herald Times Comments are Disabled

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…]

February 9, 2023 by Special to the Herald Times Comments are Disabled

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…]

February 9, 2023 by Niki Turner Comments are Disabled

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…]

February 9, 2023 by Special to the Herald Times Comments are Disabled

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…]

December 30, 2022 by Special to the Herald Times Comments are Disabled

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Department of Natural Resources seeking candidates for Colorado Parks and Wildlife Director

RBC | The Colorado Department of Natural Resources is seeking qualified candidates for the position of Director to manage and lead its Colorado Parks and Wildlife Division. Consider joining the dedicated people of the Colorado Department of Natural Resources. It’s our mission to manage and conserve Colorado’s natural resources for[Read More…]

December 7, 2022 by Special to the Herald Times Comments are Disabled

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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…]

December 7, 2022 by Special to the Herald Times Comments are Disabled

No evidence of wolves thus far in cattle deaths

During a meeting of the Colorado Parks and Wildlife (CPW) Commission held last week in Gateway, Colorado, Travis Black, CPW Northwest Regional Manager, provided an update on the investigation into 18 calf deaths about 15 miles southeast of Meeker in October. At that time, rancher Lenny Klinglesmith notified CPW that[Read More…]

November 23, 2022 by editor Comments are Disabled

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…]

November 23, 2022 by Special to the Herald Times Comments are Disabled

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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…]

November 23, 2022 by Special to the Herald Times Comments are Disabled

No pumpkins for wildlife, says CPW

Intentionally feeding wildlife is illegal in Colorado, and Colorado Parks and Wildlife would like to remind residents to properly dispose of pumpkins following Halloween rather than leaving them out for wildlife to consume. “We want our wildlife to be sustained by the resources that naturally occur in their habitat,” said[Read More…]

November 3, 2022 by Special to the Herald Times Comments are Disabled

CPW selects specific 2022 deer hunts for mandatory Chronic Wasting Disease testing

Colorado Parks and Wildlife has selected specific deer hunts for mandatory chronic wasting disease testing in 2022 to inform how and where to fight the spread of Chronic Wasting Disease. Beginning in early October, CPW will be sending letters to Colorado rifle season deer hunters who have been selected for[Read More…]

September 29, 2022 by Special to the Herald Times Comments are Disabled