Conservation, Education, Hunting, Community
Colorado Parks and Wildlife Commission approves initiating rulemaking related to citizen petition to prohibit fur sales DENVER – DENVER – At its March meeting in Westminster, the Parks and Wildlife Commission voted 6-4 to initiate rulemaking related to a citizen petition to amend the regulations to “prohibit the commercial sale of wildlife fur in Colorado.” …
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Colorado Parks and Wildlife launches public engagement for new firearms safety program ahead of Aug. 1, 2026, implementation DENVER — Colorado Parks and Wildlife (CPW) is beginning statewide public engagement efforts to 1) inform Coloradans about the new Firearms Safety Program required under Senate Bill 25-003 (SB25-003) and 2) to gather public feedback ahead of …
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Southern Ute, Ute Mountain Ute leaders join state officials at Mancos State Park to celebrate park access bill MANCOS, Colo. – Leadership from the Southern Ute Indian Tribe and Ute Mountain Ute Tribe joined the Lt. Governor Dianne Primavera, state legislators, the Department of Natural Resources (DNR) and Colorado Parks and Wildlife (CPW) for a …
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Hunting seasons start in Colorado: How hunters and outdoor recreationists can prepare and new regulations hunters need to know DENVER — The 2025 hunting seasons have begun, and hunters are gearing up for exciting adventures. However, hunters aren’t the only ones rushing to the outdoors this fall to enjoy everything Colorado has to offer. JOIN …
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Colorado Parks and Wildlife and Southern Ute Indian Tribe Announce MOU on Gray Wolf Restoration MOU formalizes government-to-government relationship and encourages collaboration and information sharing as state moves forward on gray wolf restoration DENVER – The State of Colorado through Colorado Parks and Wildlife (CPW) and the Southern Ute Indian Tribe (Tribe) announce the signing …
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Decades of work keeps Rio Grande cutthroat trout off Endangered Species list MONTE VISTA, Colo. – Decades of work by Colorado Parks and Wildlife staff and partner organizations was recognized this week when the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service announced its decision to not list the Rio Grande cutthroat trout under the Endangered Species Act (ESA). JOIN …
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Deck the halls, not the deer: Decorate for the holidays with wildlife in mind DURANGO, Colo. – Colorado Parks and Wildlife offices have received increased calls regarding antlered deer tangled in holiday decorations and yard equipment. These types of reports are common in the month of December. While deer are curious and tangle hazards can …
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CPW announces results from first two areas of Western Slope Mountain Lion Density Study DENVER — Colorado Parks and Wildlife has completed analyzing data from a multi-year effort to measure the density of mountain lions in western Colorado. Data confirmed a robust mountain lion population and, in some areas, exceeded modeled estimates. JOIN SCI Four Corners …
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CPW reports an above average number of bear conflicts and sightings in 2024, offers regional insights from area wildlife managers DENVER - Colorado Parks and Wildlife received 4,644 bear reports between Jan. 1 and Nov. 1, 2024, marking a significant increase from the 3,414 reports during the same period in 2023. This year's total ranks …
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CPW is accepting statewide applications for the Sportsperson’s Roundtable through Nov. 8 DENVER - Colorado Parks and Wildlife (CPW) is accepting applications from hunters, anglers and trappers from across Colorado to join the Sportsperson’s Roundtable. The application period is open today through Nov. 8, 2024. Volunteering for the Sportsperson’s Roundtable is a great opportunity to share insights …
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