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3 Meeker residents plead guilty in Moffat County elk poaching case

Press Release | Colorado Parks and Wildlife MOFFAT | Three Meeker residents have been sentenced for the poaching of two trophy bull elk last fall. The case began on Sept. 25, 2019, when a witness in the Sand Wash Basin area reported a wounded bull elk and a suspicious truck[Read More…]

August 3, 2020 by Special to the Herald Times Comments are Disabled

Fish early at high elevations

RBC | Colorado Parks and Wildlife is encouraging trout anglers statewide to consider fishing early in the day and in higher altitude lakes and streams as hot, dry conditions and reduced water levels may increase stress to trout populations. Heat, drought, and low water levels are contributing to elevated water[Read More…]

July 24, 2020 by Niki Turner Comments are Disabled

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License requirement for SWAs now in effect

The Colorado Parks and Wildlife Commission recently adopted a rule change, requiring all visitors 18 or older to possess a valid hunting or fishing license to access any State Wildlife Area or State Trust Land leased by Colorado Parks and Wildlife. This new rule will be in effect beginning July[Read More…]

July 7, 2020 by Special to the Herald Times Comments are Disabled

Potential wolf sightings increase

With warmer weather and decreasing restrictions, more people are recreating in the outdoors, and Colorado Parks and Wildlife is seeing an increase in the number of sightings of potential wolves in the state. “Public reporting vastly increases our ability to know what’s happening across the state,” says Dan Prenzlow, Director[Read More…]

June 25, 2020 by Special to the Herald Times Comments are Disabled

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CPW discusses 2019 chronic wasting disease test results

[responsivevoice voice=”US English Female” buttontext=”Listen to this”] At its virtual meeting last week, the Colorado Parks and Wildlife Commission discussed the results from CPW’s mandatory Chronic Wasting Disease (CWD) testing in 2019. CPW Terrestrial Programs Supervisor Matthew Eckert and State Wildlife Veterinarian Dr. Mary Wood provided an update to the[Read More…]

May 15, 2020 by Special to the Herald Times Comments are Disabled

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Recreate close to home, CPW says

RBC | Everyone looking for recreational activities in Colorado is reminded to stay close to home and to know the local county and municipal restrictions on travel and access before heading out. Colorado Parks and Wildlife properties are open for recreation with a few exceptions for seasonal restrictions. Visitors should[Read More…]

April 20, 2020 by Special to the Herald Times Comments are Disabled

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CPW closing facilities until further notice

RBC | As the State of Colorado continues taking measures to combat the spread of COVID-19, Colorado Parks and Wildlife (CPW) will close all playgrounds, campgrounds, camping and camping facilities (including yurts and cabins) at Colorado’s state parks as well as camping at State Wildlife Areas effective Thursday, March 26[Read More…]

April 6, 2020 by Special to the Herald Times Comments are Disabled

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Shed hunting prohibited through Apr. 30

RBC I Colorado Parks and Wildlife reminds shed hunters that the collection and possession of antlers or horns on all public lands west of I-25 is prohibited between Jan. 1 and April 30 each year. This closure, in place since 2018, is intended to protect wintering animals from unnecessary human[Read More…]

March 11, 2020 by Special to the Herald Times Comments are Disabled

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It’s o-fish-ally fishin’ season

RBC I Colorado Parks and Wildlife reminds anglers the upcoming 2020-2021 fishing season is upon us. This year, fishing licenses became available and valid on Sunday, March 1.

March 11, 2020 by Special to the Herald Times Comments are Disabled

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Another wolf sighting in Moffat County

RBC | According to a press release from Colorado Parks and Wildlife released on Tuesday, a group of wolves has again been verified in Moffat County. It is likely that the latest sighting is the same pack previously seen in that area.

March 10, 2020 by Special to the Herald Times Comments are Disabled

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CPW to host mountain lion management meetings in NW Colorado this month

RBC I Colorado Parks and Wildlife has scheduled public meetings to provide updates on a proposed new management plan for mountain lions in northwest Colorado.

February 14, 2020 by Special to the Herald Times Comments are Disabled

WINTER FUN …

The Eastern Rio Blanco Metropolitan Recreation and Park District and Colorado Parks and Wildlife hosted Family Ice Fishing Day on Jan. 11 at Lake Avery. The fish were biting well, with several participants catching multiple fish. Ninety-six people participated in the event, which featured lunch served by the Lions Club[Read More…]

January 18, 2020 by Special to the Herald Times Comments are Disabled