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…]
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Wolf collared in Colorado
RBC | Colorado Parks and Wildlife has placed a GPS tracking collar on a wolf in the north-central part of the state. The wolf was confirmed in late January when it was seen with M1084 – a VHF-collared male wolf that entered Colorado in 2019 from the Snake River wolf[Read More…]
Releasing the wolves
CPW sticks to three-year timeline, for now RBC | The 11-member Colorado Parks and Wildlife Commission hosted two days of virtual meetings Jan. 13 and 14, with approximately eight of 18 total hours allocated to discussing an adaptive management plan for wolf reintroduction. The passage of Proposition 114 last November,[Read More…]
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…]
Ice fishing guidelines for Colorado anglers
RBC | There probably is no such thing as “safe” ice, but there are some guidelines anglers should consider. In Colorado, ice conditions can vary from lake to lake. Along the Front Range, it is especially important that anglers check ice conditions before heading out because of the region’s notoriously[Read More…]
CPW seeking volunteers for Habitat Partnership state council
RBC | Colorado Parks and Wildlife is seeking volunteers to fill two openings on the Habitat Partnership Program State Council. The Council is the oversight body for the Habitat Partnership Program (HPP), which works through 19 local committees to resolve conflicts between agricultural operators and big game as well as[Read More…]
CPW now offering GOCO grants for wetlands projects
RBC | Colorado Parks and Wildlife (CPW) is seeking applications for wetland and riparian restoration, enhancement, and creation projects to support its Wetlands Program Strategic Plan. CPW will award up to $2.5 million in funds from Great Outdoors Colorado (GOCO) and Colorado waterfowl stamps to projects in Colorado that support[Read More…]
CPW preps for wolf reintroduction
RBC | On Nov. 3, 2020, Coloradans voted to pass Proposition #114 – The Restoration of Gray Wolves, a measure directing the Colorado Parks and Wildlife Commission to develop a plan to reintroduce gray wolves west of the Continental Divide. With this decision, the planning process for reintroduction will begin.[Read More…]
Leaf peeping season kicks into high gear
RBC | As fall officially begins and the aspens start putting on a spectacular show, Colorado’s “leaf peeping” season also kicks into high gear. While the stunning display is worthy of the annual crowds drawn to some of the state’s most scenic trails, Colorado Parks and Wildlife reminds those on[Read More…]
High temps and low humidity cause numerous problems for water users, recreation and fish
RBC | Officials with Colorado Parks and Wildlife are working to address a number of water and recreation issues across the northwest part of the state. As high temperatures and low humidity have fueled wildfires in the region, they are also causing significant issues for water users, water recreation, and[Read More…]
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…]
Proposed limits on whitefish harvest to be discussed at June 10 virtual meeting
RBC | Aquatic biologists with Colorado Parks and Wildlife’s northwest region will be presenting several proposed regulation changes during a public webinar on Wednesday, June 10 at 6 p.m. The webinar will also give anglers the opportunity to ask questions about fishery management in area lakes, rivers, and streams. “CPW[Read More…]
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There will be three cannon test shots fired downtown on Friday, May 3 as a test run for the 4th of July. For more information on the cannon itself, visit https://www.theheraldtimes.com/the-sound-of-history-come-to-life/meeker/
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As the saying goes, "Small towns are the natural habitat of the drama llama."
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Feel like you're always "putting out fires" instead of doing the important things? https://www.theheraldtimes.com/editors-column-differentiating-the-urgent-from-the-important/opinion/
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A Celebration of Life will be held by the family "when the weather warms up and the work is all done this spring," according to Kay's wishes.
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Three finalists for county administrator were interviewed by the commissioners last Tuesday. https://www.theheraldtimes.com/commissioners-interview-administrator-candidates/rio-blanco-county/
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The RBC Livestock Judging team competed in Sterling. https://www.theheraldtimes.com/rbc-livestock-judging-team-earns-multiple-awards-in-sterling/rio-blanco-county/
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MHS Drama presented "Emma: A Pop Musical" for its spring performance in April, to rave reviews. https://www.theheraldtimes.com/another-stellar-performance-by-mhs-drama-program/meeker/
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