CWF, in conjunction with NWF, TU, TRCP and Barbara Vasquez have worked hard and effectively to shine light on the need for riparian setbacks for oil and gas operations to prevent the types of problems that have occurred in North Park. North Park is a highly valued destination for fishing, wildlife viewing, and other outdoor …
On May 2, 2012, 7 years after the process began, the Final Environmental Impact Statement for the Colorado Roadless Rule was released and announced by USDA Secretary Tom Vilsack and Governor John Hickenlooper. “It provides conservation for 4.2 million acres in Colorado’s national forests.” Of that acreage, 1.2 million will have greater protection. CWF supports …
On May 2, 2012, 7 years after the process began, the Final Environmental Impact Statement for the Colorado Roadless Rule was released and announced by USDA Secretary Tom Vilsack and Governor John Hickenlooper. “It provides conservation for 4.2 million acres in Colorado’s national forests.” Of that acreage, 1.2 million will have greater protection. CWF supports …
On April 26, the Senate Agricultural Committee passed the 2012 Farm Bill, including key amendments backed by Colorado’s Senator Michael Bennet. CWF applauds Senator Bennet and these measures to help farmers, ranchers, sportsmen and other conservationists. Here is the press release issued by Senator Bennet: Bennet-Backed Measures Including Improved Conservation Programs, Crop Insurance, Focus …
On April 26, the Senate Agricultural Committee passed the 2012 Farm Bill, including key amendments backed by Colorado’s Senator Michael Bennet. CWF applauds Senator Bennet and these measures to help farmers, ranchers, sportsmen and other conservationists. Here is the press release issued by Senator Bennet: Bennet-Backed Measures Including Improved Conservation Programs, Crop Insurance, Focus …
Colorado House Bill 12-1317 re composition of the Colorado Parks and Wildlife Commission passed in the House on April 18 on a 35-30 vote. This bill, as passed, was amended on the House Floor on 2nd reading April 16. CWF had opposed the bill because it does not reflect the recommendation made by the …
Colorado House Bill 12-1317 re composition of the Colorado Parks and Wildlife Commission passed in the House on April 18 on a 35-30 vote. This bill, as passed, was amended on the House Floor on 2nd reading April 16. CWF had opposed the bill because it does not reflect the recommendation made by the …
On April 16 the Colorado House Education Committee killed House Bill 12-1322 on an 8-5 vote. The vote crossed party lines. The bill would have required federal public lands in Colorado that are suitable for agriculture be ceded to the State Land Board. CWF strongly opposed the bill and CWF’s board chair, John Smeltzer, testified …
On April 16 the Colorado House Education Committee killed House Bill 12-1322 on an 8-5 vote. The vote crossed party lines. The bill would have required federal public lands in Colorado that are suitable for agriculture be ceded to the State Land Board. CWF strongly opposed the bill and CWF’s board chair, John Smeltzer, testified …
On February 9, 2012 the Colorado Parks and Wildlife Commission unanimously approved the Merger Implementation Plan. The Division of Parks and the Division of Wildlife merged effective July 1, 2011. The press release from the Colorado Parks and Wildlife appears below. News from Colorado Parks and Wildlife Contact Name: Theo Stein Contact Phone: (720) 448-5567 …
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