September 17, 2015
Learn About Mesa Verde’s Elk This Weekend
National parks are more than just a series of scenic viewpoints, visitor centers and souvenir stands. Most parks have vigorous research programs aimed at better understanding the natural world. Some of the country's best scientists work for the National Park Service and often share their research with the public, like this Friday (Sept. 18) when ranger Paul Mooney will discuss the natural history of elk and their management within and around Mesa Verde National Park, which is also Colorado's only World Heritage site.
August 22, 2015
Devils Tower National Monument To Celebrate Bats
Fun for all at the Devils Tower Bat Festival, coming up Aug. 29!
August 12, 2015
It’s Time For Some Moose Mania In Colorado
Colorado Parks and Wildlife is hosting a moose festival at State Forest State Park on Aug. 22 to celebrate one of the state's most popular wildlife species.
August 5, 2015
Copper Mountain — A gateway to the Eagles Nest Wilderness
Partaking in all the summer activities at Copper Mountain Resort is fun, but sometimes on summer vacation, you just want to get away from it all. Fortunately, Copper Mountain serves as a prime gateway to some of Colorado's most stunning backcountry — the Eagles Nest Wilderness area — encompassing more than 130,000 acres of the craggy Gore Range.
April 8, 2015
Summit County Seeks To Heal Mining-Era River Scars
It's been about a century since dredge mining boats ravaged many of Summit County's rivers, and the damage they did lingers to this day. But in recent years, local residents have decided to try and repair some of the scars. Those efforts got a huge boost last month with a $975,000 grant to restore a section of the Swan River, near Breckenridge.
December 15, 2014
Flying Green: Some U.S. Airlines Make Progress On Cutting Emissions
Two of the most fuel efficient airlines — Alaska and Spirit — had the highest operating profit margins in 2013, showing that profits and carbon-cutting aren't mutually exclusive.
November 29, 2014
Should Yellowstone National Park Charge Backcountry Overnight Fees?
If you're not happy about Yellowstone National Park's proposal to start charging backcountry fees, you still have some time to make your feelings known. The park service has extended the comment period on its plan to raise many fees at the park and will also enable people to comment online.
July 12, 2014
Sustainable Eats at Grand Canyon National Park
Restaurants in Grand Canyon National Park are nearing their goal of getting half their food products from sustainable sources by 2015.
May 13, 2014
Tracking Colorado’s oldest trees
You already know about Colorado's fantastic skiing, hiking, mountain biking and fishing, so why not check out one of the state's hidden treasures on your next visit.
May 5, 2014
A-Basin Scores Green Award for Waste Reduction
Summit County ski area wins Golden Eagle environmental award for waste reduction efforts.