Wildlife

Local News

Bureau of Land Management approves expansion of Phil’s World

Decision allows for 22 more miles of trails

January 10, 2018

Local News

Courts challenge piecemeal approach to species recovery

and Wildlife may reconsider how it protects grizzlies

January 9, 2018

Outdoors

Colorado Parks and Wildlife announces new purchasing system

Colorado Parks and Wildlife encourages established mountain lion hunters are encouraged to purchase winter 2017-2018 licenses before Dec. 31, 2017.Associated…

December 19, 2017

Local News

New drug could stall deadly symptoms of rattlesnake bite

The new treatment creates blood clots that help slow the spread of venom by creating a barrier between the venom…

December 9, 2017

Local News

2018 plan for Mexican wolves calls for fostering of pups

A female Mexican gray wolf looks to avoid being captured for its annual vaccinations and medical checkup at the Sevilleta…

December 5, 2017

Local News

Forest seeks comments on Boggy Draw trail plan

Project would add 25 miles on nonmotorized trails

November 28, 2017

Dolores-area roads and trails close for winter wildlife

For the purpose of protecting winter wildlife habitat, the Dolores Ranger District will close the McPhee Overlook Trail to all…

November 28, 2017

Desert bighorn management in Dolores River Canyon is reviewed

plan helps determine the number of hunting licenses

November 27, 2017

Trappers ask court to throw out lawsuit over U.S. fur exports

than 30,000 bobcat pelts were exported in 2015

November 26, 2017

Warm temps prompt emergency ordinance for bear-strewn trash

Residents face $100 fine for violations

November 21, 2017

Forest travel plan released for Rico-West Dolores

Motorcycle trails reduced; timing restrictions added

November 17, 2017

CPW cautions residents of deer mating season

urged to avoid conflict

November 17, 2017

Local News

Deal bans predator-killing cyanide traps in Colorado

Department of Agriculture says devices not used on public lands

November 6, 2017

It’s the season to change your clocks, avoid wildlife collisions

A couple of bucks pass by a pond reflecting the cattails near Dolores in this file photo.The Journal “The fall…

October 27, 2017

Local News

Wild burros raft Grand Canyon rapids

Hundreds airlifted by helicopter in historic Grand Canyon roundup

October 24, 2017

Local News

Wildlife make use of $6.5 million highway tunnel

Coyote, raccoons, mule deer and humans use tunnel on U.S. 160

October 17, 2017

Local News

Enviros and San Miguel County sue to protect sage grouse

Lawsuit alleges lack of environmental studies invalidates lease sales

October 17, 2017

Venison sandwiches coming to Arby’s in Cortez Limited-edition elk sandwich test-marketed in Colorado

Arby’s plans to wheel out venison sandwiches across the U.S. beginning Oct. 21.Arby’s The venison sandwich will be available Saturday,…

October 12, 2017

Local News

Photo: Moose on the loose

Durango resident Peter Schertz caught a moose strolling through Pioneer Park on Thursday morning in northern Durango.Courtesy of Peter Schertz

September 21, 2017

Local News

Photo: Front-row seats to the bear show

A babysitter and two kids watch as a bear and cub play in yard

September 18, 2017

Local News

Durango residents face higher fines if a bear raids trash

Emergency ordinance will last 60 days

September 6, 2017

Local News

Business leaders want Mexican wolves in Grand Canyon area

U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service via Associated Press The business leaders are submitting their request in a joint letter to…

August 30, 2017

Local News

Durango may tighten penalty for bear-strewn trash

warnings may be eliminated for residents who don’t secure trash

August 23, 2017

Local News

Dolores passes law requiring bear-resistant trash cans

Penalty includes a fine of up to $499, possible jail time

August 15, 2017