Colorado’s Ecosystems
Colorado is the eighth largest state in the U.S. in terms of land area. It’s also one of the country’s most ecologically diverse states.
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Attracting Hummingbirds to Your Yard or Garden
Hummingbirds are among the world’s most fascinating and beautiful birds, and we have several species right here in Colorado. In …
Colorado Outdoor Recreation and Conservation Mobile Apps
Before you head out on your next outdoor adventure, check out some of the great mobile apps presented by Colorado …
Colorado’s National Parks and Monuments
As you plan your summer travels, you may be interested in visiting some of the National Parks and other sites …
So Many Things to Do at Colorado State Parks!
You probably know that Colorado State Parks are great places to go hiking, biking, fishing, boating, and camping. But the …
Gardening in the Mountains
Much of the gardening advice you will find online for Colorado is geared toward the Front Range. …
Identification and Conservation of Colorado’s Wetland Plants
We normally think of Colorado as being very dry, but in fact about 3% of the state can be classified …
How Wildlife Survive Colorado Winters
As humans, we have houses, heaters, stoves, and warm clothes and blankets to keep us warm and fed during the …
Feeding and Observing Birds in Winter
Finding food can be a challenge for birds in wintertime, so many people choose to provide backyard bird feeders during …
Colorado’s Conifers
This year, an Engelmann spruce from Colorado was selected as the official U.S. Capitol Christmas Tree. The tree comes from …
Identifying Poisonous Plants
Many of the plants we encounter every day, both at our homes and in the wild, can be toxic to …
June 22-28, 2020 is National Pollinator Week
Did you know that about one third of the foods we eat are dependent on pollinators? Not only that, but …
Native Bee Watch and Bee Resources
Bees are important to our ecosystem. As pollinators, they are essential to the growth of the fruits and vegetables we …
Identifying Ash Trees
The spread of emerald ash borer (EAB) is a growing concern here in Colorado. This invasive insect was first detected …
May is American Wetlands Month
Wetlands and riparian areas are important parts of our ecosystem. They provide for a diverse array of fish and wildlife …
New Report on the Health of Colorado’s Forests
How did the 2018 fire season affect our state’s forests? What impacts are insects having on our trees? And what …
How Colorado Keeps Its Waters Full of Fish
Not all of Colorado’s fishes are born in the waters they call home. Each year, Colorado Parks & Wildlife (CPW) …
Why are Colorado’s Deer Populations Declining?
According to Colorado Parks & Wildlife (CPW), the state’s current mule deer population of around 450,000 is about 25% below …
2018 is Year of the Bird
All this year, conservation and wildlife organizations across the US have been celebrating Year of the Bird, a campaign to …
Should Wolves be Reintroduced in Colorado?
If wolves were reintroduced in our state, would they benefit the environment or be a nuisance for ranchers? In spite …