Tag: pike national forest
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Prescribed burn near Monument residential area causes ‘a little bit of anxiety,’ but going as planned
The smoke of what is set to become a thousand-acre forest fire wafted over Kari Martin’s house as she stood in its driveway on Wednesday, just one strip of asphalt away from the blaze. In an unusual turn of events for a resident in an extreme-risk zone for wildfires, she had no reason to evacuate.…
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Pikes Peak Highway changes underscore tensions in managing for tourists, locals
Heading into the summer, locals are bracing for changes to the way they access adventure off the Pikes Peak Highway. They were alarmed by an initial announcement laying out new day-to-day operations starting in May through September: Those wishing to drive themselves past mile 7 on the mountain would have to secure a timed-entry permit,…
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Pikes Peak Highway changes underscore tensions in managing for tourists, locals
Heading into the summer, Colorado Springs locals are bracing for changes to the way they access adventure off the Pikes Peak Highway. They were alarmed by an initial announcement laying out new day-to-day operations starting in May through September: Those wishing to drive themselves past mile 7 on the mountain would have to secure a…
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New tribal liaison in southern Colorado: ‘You are responsible for learning this history’
When Jason Herbert is meeting with tribal members on their lands, he prefers not to wear his U.S. Forest Service uniform, despite whatever agency guidelines suggest in the case of official business. “It’s not disrespect to the Forest Service. I’m really proud to work for the Forest Service,” Herbert says. It’s just that he knows…
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New tribal liaison in southern Colorado: ‘You are responsible for learning this history’
When Jason Herbert is meeting with tribal members on their lands, he prefers not to wear his U.S. Forest Service uniform, despite whatever agency guidelines suggest in the case of official business. “It’s not disrespect to the Forest Service. I’m really proud to work for the Forest Service,” Herbert says. It’s just that he knows…
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Framework proposed for shooting guns in Pike National Forest
Facebook Twitter WhatsApp SMS Email Print Copy article link Save A new proposed plan aims to control gunfire on increasingly busy public lands across Colorado’s Front Range. “The Integrated Management of Target Shooting,” as the U.S. Forest Service titles the 28-page document, outlines strategies within Pike National Forest, where land managers and hikers, bikers and…
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Framework proposed for shooting guns in Pike National Forest
A new proposed plan aims to control gunfire on increasingly busy public lands across Colorado’s Front Range. “The Integrated Management of Target Shooting,” as the U.S. Forest Service titles the 28-page document, outlines strategies within Pike National Forest, where land managers and hikers, bikers and off-roaders have long reported disturbing sights and sounds: piles of…
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Pikes Peak region mourns several notable deaths in 2019
A rugged cowboy who also was known as the Marlboro Man, a revered Tuskegee Airman and fighter pilot, the co-founder of a signature tourist attraction and a longtime policeman who climbed through the ranks to become chief of police were among prominent residents of the Pikes Peak region who died in 2019. They include: Phillip…
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Flash flooding in Weston Pass fire perimeter closes U.S. 285
Facebook Twitter WhatsApp SMS Email Print Copy article link Save Flash flooding in the burn area of the Weston Pass fire forced the closure of U.S. 285 between Fairplay and Antero Junction for non-residents. Fire officials said rain Tuesday night pushed mud, rock and debris down charred hillsides in the area of U.S. 285 near…
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Sandstone Ranch a ‘crown jewel’ waiting to be explored
Facebook Twitter WhatsApp SMS Email Print Copy article link Save LARKSPUR • Cheryl Mathews has overseen the acquisition and development of some of the best places for outdoor recreation this overlooked side of the Front Range, having been making decisions for Douglas County’s Open Space and Natural Resources program since its inception. She loves Spruce…