Outdoor recreation

Outdoors

Colorado lost more public lands jobs than any other state in 2025

administration’s Department of Government Efficiency cut 1,753 land management positions last year

May 1, 2026

Local News

Hillcrest Golf Club follows Durango Parks and Recreation’s lead in water management

Director shares how course made it through 2018 drought

April 15, 2026

Local News

Southwest Colorado recreation industry can adapt during low-water years, panelists say

highlights strategies to sustain rivers and outdoor tourism during drought

March 28, 2026

Local News

Photos: Taking advantage of the early runoff

Jeff Seebach rows through the Durango Whitewater Park with Amber Best in front and Truett Seebach, 8, in the back…

March 27, 2026

Local News

Photo: Paddling on the Animas River

Michael Schweitz paddles down the Animas River on Tuesday after putting in at Oxbow Park before turning around and heading…

March 24, 2026

The Western Chronicles

Spring is in the hair

It’s a great time to work on your horse skills and relationship with your horse

March 22, 2026

Regional News

American outdoor recreation economy tops $1.3 trillion, with Colorado again in top 10 states

Bureau of Economic Analysis numbers show growing outdoor recreation sector as critical economic engine for rural America

March 13, 2026

Flyfishing Around the World

Fly casting is magic

fly casting means more and better fish

March 1, 2026

Local News

Durango City Council approves feasibility study for Animas River surf wave

Nonprofit contributes $13,000 to research

February 28, 2026

Local News

Photos: A fine day to canoe

Trey Roberts goes over a water feature while canoeing the Animas River on a warm Friday afternoon in Durango. (Jerry…

February 27, 2026

The Western Chronicles

A love letter to my veterinarian

need more veterinarians like mine in the equine field

February 22, 2026

Local News

Photos: Winter fun

A couple and their dog walk up La Plata Canyon as strong winds blow snow Tuesday. (Jerry McBride/Durango Herald)cca Miko…

February 17, 2026

Gallery

Photos/video: Silverton Skijoring

Cassidy Berry, on Sweet William, pulls Hayden Burn down the Silverton Skijoring course while competing in the sport division on…

February 15, 2026

Local News

Photo: A winding path

Steve and Karen Schain go for a walk on the northern section of the Animas River Trail on Thursday as…

February 5, 2026

Local News

Radio map could improve communication, safety for backcountry travelers

Frequencies assigned to different zones being used in San Juan Mountains

February 4, 2026

The Western Chronicles

The Year of the Horse

A new year is coming, according to the Chinese Zodiac, so it’s time to reflect

January 25, 2026

Local News

Photo: Castaways

John Knopick, center, co-owner of Duranglers Flies and Supplies Fly Shop, gives a fly casting refresher class to Art Chase,…

January 22, 2026

New Mexico

Department of Wildlife hopes to make New Mexico Big Year for birding

Birders encouraged to track their sightings for 2026 contest

January 18, 2026

New Mexico

Riverview RV Park in Aztec set to open this month

Overcoming drainage issues delays, the park will enhance outdoor recreation offerings

January 17, 2026

Local News

Photos: Pickleball and sunshine in January

Alan and Karen Millar take on Matt and Cindy Kraushaar in a game of pickleball on Tuesday at Schneider Park…

January 13, 2026

Columnists

Beginnings

“Every new beginning comes from some other beginning’s end.”- “Closing Time” by Semisonic

January 4, 2026

Local News

Chapman Hill Ski Area opens with holiday hours Saturday

Lessons start in January, private instruction will also be available

December 20, 2025

Local News

GOCO awards $165,000 for restoration, conservation projects in La Plata County

Durango, Bayfield and La Plata Open Space Conservancy among grant recipients

December 17, 2025

Local News

Photos: Snowmaking and construction at Chapman Hill

Snowmaking began Monday night at Chapman Hill Ski Area in Durango. Construction workers built a French drain in front of…

December 2, 2025