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Free Fishing Weekend in Colorado, JUNE 1-2
DENVER – The fish are starting to bite at waters all around the state. To give everyone an opportunity to get out and get some hits, Colorado Parks and Wildlife is inviting anglers of all ages to participate in its annual Free Fishing Weekend, June 1-2. Each year, the agency designates the first weekend in […]
Fishing Report, May 14, 2013
Cabela’s is back with the annual “Fish for Millions” Contest Cabela’s is again sponsoring the “Fish for Millions” Contest and four Colorado waters are stocked with tagged fish that could put a licensed Colorado angler in the money. Register for the contest online at Cabela’s website, and then head out to catch the fish with […]
Bears Are Out; Be Bear Aware This Summer
DURANGO, Colo. – Black bears have emerged from their winter dens and it’s time for Colorado residents to take precautions to help keep bears wild. Because of dry conditions in some parts of the state, Colorado Parks and Wildlife officials are cautioning residents that bear activity in towns and residential areas may be high again […]
Colorado Fishing Report for April 30, 2013
Antero Reservoir limits reinstated; won’t be drained this year Due to Denver Water’s decision not to drain Antero this year, Colorado Parks and Wildlife is reinstating the bag and possession limit to two trout per angler effective immediately. Spinney Mountain State Park opens for fishing season Spinney Mountain State Park opened to shore fishermen and […]
Family Fishing Clinics May 4 at Turk’s Pond and John Martin
LAMAR, Colo. – Boys and girls of all ages are invited to attend Colorado Parks and Wildlife’s free fishing clinics in lower Arkansas River Valley this month. “These events are geared toward children and are a great way for kids to learn how to improve their fishing skills and have some fun,” said Linda Groat, […]
‘Bent On Birding’ Annual Birding and Heritage Celebration In Las Animas
LAS ANIMAS, Colo. – What do bird watchers and history buffs have in common? They flock to Las Animas County the first weekend in May to celebrate “The Bent on Birding & Heritage Celebration.” This year’s event is May 2 – 5. Billed as a “fun alternative family outing,” the weekend features auto tours, hikes, […]
Colorado Fishing Report for April 23, 2013
Fishing Fun for the Family! Stay Up to Date with the Latest Fishing Reports from the Division of Parks & Wildlife. New Reports are Available Once a Week. Barr Lake State Park Spring Fishing Clinic Sports enthusiasts of all skill levels are invited to a fishing clinic at Barr Lake State Park on Saturday, May […]
It’s Spring Turkey Hunting Season in Colorado
LAMAR, Colo. – Between April 13 and May 26, some 12,000 hunters will take to the fields and woods in Colorado as part of one of the fastest growing hunting sports in the United States – turkey hunting. Last year, Colorado Parks and Wildlife issued over 15,000 licenses for the spring season and hunters bagged […]
Repairs Underway at Higbee Shooting Range
The Mike Higbee Shooting Range, just east of Lamar on Highway 50, will be closed to the pubic until April 22, while the site undergoes improvements. Kevin Kasmarak, Wildlife Technician with the Division of Parks and Wildlife said renovations to the kid’s fishing pond have been concluded at this point, but repairs are still underway […]
Waterfowl Hunting Seminar in Lamar
Colorado Parks and Wildlife will host a Waterfowl Hunting Seminar at the CPW office in Lamar on Sat., Feb. 23 from 1 to 4 p.m. There is no cost to attend. Wildlife managers will present tips and tricks for hunting snow geese and other waterfowl on the eastern plains of Colorado. Topics will range from […]