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CPW Commission approves three-year wolf introduction plan

Conservation Corner: Last week’s Colorado Parks and Wildlife Commission (Commission) virtual meeting included six hours of presentation, discussion, and comments on the process of wolf introduction. Many eyes and ears were fully focused on them. The voters of Colorado have spoken and forced introduction of wolves will occur in Colorado.[Read More…]

January 26, 2021 by Special to the Herald Times Comments are Disabled

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Conservation Corner: Is Your Water Right on the Abandonment List?

For more information visit this link: Abandonment and Partial Abandonment Outline 20201207(1).pdf – Google Drive

January 16, 2021 by Special to the Herald Times Comments are Disabled

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Conservation Corner: Colorado Wolf Introduction Process Needs Your Input

With Proposition 114 narrowly passing in November, you may be asking “how can I make a difference at this point?” NOW is your opportunity to help hold the State accountable to following through on the actual language of the ballot initiative. Per the ballot initiative, the State is required to,[Read More…]

January 9, 2021 by Special to the Herald Times Comments are Disabled

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CONSERVATION CORNER: Algae Study Update

The White River Algae Study is on schedule with all the data collection being complete for the three-year study. The U.S. Geological Survey (USGS) will now analyze all the data they have collected and provide a final report in late 2021. The USGS staff presented an update to the White[Read More…]

December 23, 2020 by Special to the Herald Times Comments are Disabled

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CONSERVATION CORNER: It all start’s with soil.

Many people enjoy designing attractive landscapes around their homes. These areas may be dominated by lawns, trees, shrubs, flowers, or vegetable gardens. To protect the financial and time demands of these efforts, gardeners must first understand the specific soil conditions in their yard. How well does the soil hold (or[Read More…]

December 16, 2020 by Special to the Herald Times Comments are Disabled

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Drought impacts to evergreen trees

Many evergreen trees (pine, pinyon, and spruce) are currently exhibiting decreased vigor, twig dieback, and needle browning or needle drop. The primary cause of these conditions is prolonged drought. Dry air, low precipitation, low soil moisture and fluctuating temperatures are common conditions in western Colorado and trees can usually bounce[Read More…]

December 9, 2020 by Special to the Herald Times Comments are Disabled

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Conservation Corner: Forest Health and Pine Beetles

CSU-Extension states: “Mountain Pine Beetles (MPB), Dendroctonus ponderosae, are the most important insect pest to Colorado’s pine forests.” They can have devastating effects on whole systems. Unfortunately, there are currently millions of dead trees across western North America. Prior to signs of dying trees, indications of an MPB infestation include:[Read More…]

November 26, 2020 by Special to the Herald Times Comments are Disabled

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Water Law in a Nutshell class recordings available

Do you know the difference between an absolute water decree and a conditional water decree? Or the definition of a storage right? If you had the opportunity to attend the “Water Law in a Nutshell” class presented by Mr. Aaron Clay and hosted by the Douglas Creek Conservation District in[Read More…]

November 16, 2020 by Special to the Herald Times Comments are Disabled

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Notes on Colorado Water Law Water is the lifeblood of our White River Community and is especially necessary in agriculture production. Do you know the basis for Colorado water law and why you hear the reference “first in time, first in right”? “The Colorado Doctrine is a set of laws[Read More…]

July 26, 2020 by Special to the Herald Times Comments are Disabled