Nature

Local News

City to acquire 49 acres of pristine natural land in Oxbow Preserve donation

Watershed and wildlife preservation, Animas River Trail extension, recreation among possible future uses

February 25, 2023

Local News

Durango City Council to consider accepting 49-acre land donation adjacent to Oxbow Preserve

of possible two new parcels yet to be determined

February 18, 2023

Local News

Birds of prey and hoofed animals among most impacted by human activity in western Colorado

Don’t be fooled by Durango fauna: Most deer aren’t fond of people

December 30, 2022

Local News

Snow presents window to burn old slash piles at Dalla Mountain Park

burn or not to burn? Decomposing fire fuels are important natural habitats

December 15, 2022

Local News

Colorado Parks and Wildlife funds countywide efforts to reduce human-bear conflict

of Durango puts $60,000 toward expansion of secure trash containers

November 1, 2022

Local News

Southwest Colorado has its cast of spiders; some are spooky, most are harmless

homes are tantalizing to certain arachnids with winter on the way

October 19, 2022

Local News

Elm seed bugs are pests; so are the trees that produce their favorite food

invasive species accommodates another

August 18, 2022

Local News

Durango couple complete 6,800-mile river and coastal loop

Marshalls circumnavigated eastern United States and Canada

August 11, 2022

Local News

Grazing goats offer simple weed and fire mitigation

DuranGoats business uses holistic farming techniques to rejuvenate pastures

August 3, 2022

Local News

Half Ridge Trail to be rebuilt with drainage to mitigate soil erosion

will lengthen hiking and biking route in Horse Gulch

May 19, 2022

Local News

Lower rates of chronic wasting disease found in Southwest Colorado

Environmental factors, geography could play a role in limiting the neurological illness

May 10, 2022

Local News

Why hunting groups are leading the charge on wildlife conservation in Southwest Colorado

Hunters are fundraising, sharing knowledge and doing restoration projects to protect wildlands

May 9, 2022

Local News

For cheap, healthful meals, try foraging

is an ideal time to learn about nature’s bounty

May 6, 2022

Local News

Drought amplifies beetle damage to Colorado’s forests

Forest Service report highlights trees’ fragility as insects spread

March 17, 2022

Local News

CPW offers $1 million in grants to reduce human-bear conflicts

Governments, tribes, businesses and individuals eligible for awards of $50,000 to $500,000 for projects

March 16, 2022

Local News

San Juan Mountains Association expands ambassador program to winter

Interpretive tours and winter education at Andrews Lake have been popular with plans to expand

February 18, 2022

Local News

‘Mine burp’ causes water discoloration of Animas River north of Silverton

officials are monitoring discharge but do not anticipate lasting impacts

September 16, 2021

Local News

City of Durango cuts down cottonwood; residents hold ‘funeral’ for tree’s demise

and rec said tree stood in way of Animas River Trail underpass near 32nd Street

September 15, 2021

Local News

Wildflower season offers scenic hikes

Wildflower season is in full bloom along the Horse Creek trail. (Jim Mimiaga/The Journal) Wildflowers are blooming in the San…

August 7, 2021

Local News

Honey bees swarm neighborhood for 5 hours, then buzz off

Swarming a natural process for bees relocating hives

May 14, 2021

Local News

10 ‘moon trees’ land in Durango

Student’s project honors local astronaut, Earth Day and Apollo mission

April 23, 2021

Southwest Life

Scars of aspen decline persist nearly 20 years after drought

Logging can regenerate some stands, but changing climate a threat

February 27, 2020

Southwest Life

Durango outdoor education nonprofits merge, plan to expand services

Durango Nature Studies, San Juan Mountain Association join forces, aim to serve more kids

February 13, 2020

Local News

Cortez Christmas Bird Count to be held Dec. 28

Christmas Bird Count is Dec. 28

December 14, 2019