Outdoor recreation

Local News

REI makes it official: Outdoor retailer coming to Durango

store will staff about 50 employees and open in spring 2025

June 30, 2023

Local News

Durango Adult Education Center raises $3,330 at Fast & Curious fundraiser

Organization helps people through economic, social barriers with GED, language programs

June 29, 2023

Local News

Crews aim for fall completion of bike trails at Durango Mesa Park

Development includes annexation of 1,928 acres of open land and trails

June 22, 2023

Local News

Nonprofit offers environmental summer camp for students in Southwest Colorado

Program partners with Fort Lewis College to introduce career pathways

June 17, 2023

Local News

Do swollen rivers help or hurt Durango rafting companies?

customers are incentivized by high flows, while others are deterred

June 7, 2023

Local News

Photo: A wee bit more added to Lake Nighthorse’s Wibit

Swimmers make their way back to shore on Tuesday from the lifeguard tower that is one of the new features…

June 6, 2023

Local News

Photo: Celebrating Animas River Days

A kayak sits on the pedestal at the site of the former Arc of History sculpture at the intersection of…

June 2, 2023

Local News

Trimble Lane river access would be a boon to recreation, environmental sustainability

access points would ease pressure on existing Animas River put-ins

June 2, 2023

Tri-Cities

Navajo Lake is filling up fast

is highest it has been in six years

June 1, 2023

Local News

Photos: Wet times ahead

Mason Hargrove, from Phenix City, Ala., sponsored by Jackson Kayaks and NRS, plays in Smelter Rapid on Thursday at the…

June 1, 2023

Local News

Adult Education Center in Durango to host 5k and 10k fundraiser

GED, English as second language programs receive up to half of funding from community donations

June 1, 2023

Tri-Cities

Farmington Area Single Track teaches youths and adults the thrills of mountain biking

offers mountain bike lessons for all ages, skill levels

May 30, 2023

Local News

Hower Built says Southwest Colorado is growing market for camper buildouts

says more young professionals want to live out camper life

May 30, 2023

Local News

Cyclists embark on McDonald’s Citizen Tour to Silverton in 51st Iron Horse Bicycle Classic

1,906 riders were registered for the iconic ride

May 27, 2023

Local News

Personal stories punctuate historic Durango-to-Silverton bike ride

First-time riders, family traditions and overcoming adversity add richness to Iron Horse Bicycle Classic

May 26, 2023

Business

Motel Durango aspires to be outdoor hub with hostel rooms

renovations planned for the inn owned by Mountain Capital Partners

May 20, 2023

Local News

Pilots take to the air at the Animas Air Park Pancake Breakfast and Fly

enthusiasts introduce kids and adults to flying on Saturday

May 13, 2023

Local News

Iron Horse Bicycle Classic among races nationwide to be aided by major road closure

10 agencies collaborate every year to make annual rides possible

May 11, 2023

Local News

Almost 1,900 people signed up for Silverton ride in 2023 Iron Horse Bicycle Classic

Durango-area residents register for the 2016 Iron Horse Bicycle Classic at Mountain Bike Specialists. Race organizers say slots remain open…

May 11, 2023

Local News

Purgatory Resort announces second ski extension into May

weather and abundant snowfall allows for prolonged weekend season

May 2, 2023

Local News

Photo: Walking the Line

Bryce Baby, with Durango Parks and Recreation, goes over the old field lines with fresh paint on Tuesday marking the…

April 25, 2023

Local News

Photo: Bangin’ chains in the sunshine

After playing 18 holes, Silas Hatch continues to practice Tuesday, sinking a putt into the basket at the south disc…

April 18, 2023

Local News

Photo: A muddy river

Boaters begin their float down a very dark and muddy Animas River on Tuesday from the 32nd Street put-in. Runoff…

April 13, 2023

Local News

Durango area public land closures extended

Peak, Bodo wildlife areas and Animas City Mountain upper trails remain closed through April 30

April 4, 2023