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Pagosa Sidewalk Astronomers to host autumn constellation tour

Learning constellations can be a really fun and rewarding way to connect with the night sky — and it’s easier than most people think. The best way to learn the constellations is go …

The San Juan Water Conservancy District (SJWCD) Board of Directors approved a draft 2026 budget and a budget amendment for the district’s 2025 budget at an Oct. 20 meeting. The board …

Students connect with nature at Four Mile Ranch through educational programs

As the fall season starts to wind itself toward winter’s slow amble, Audubon Rockies would like to take this moment to thank all the contributing volunteers that made another season a success …

Learn about fruit trees at next Growers and Producers Forum

Healthy Archuleta kicked off the 2025-2026 Growers and Producers Forum season on Oct. 16. This first meeting focused on healthy soil and why it is important for the health and vitality of our plants, …

Colorado Avalanche Information Center daily avalanche forecasts return

Daily avalanche forecasts from the Colorado Avalanche Information Center (CAIC) resumed Nov. 1, marking the start of statewide coverage.   The daily schedule underscores the CAIC’s …

Tips for deterring skunks with outdoor lighting

The Pagosa Springs Town Council recently held a meeting at which council member Leonard Martinez raised a concern that dark sky friendly lighting may not allow residents to continue to use outdoor …

San Juan Outdoor Club meeting to feature stories from James R. White Jr.

The San Juan Outdoor Club will have a special opportunity at its Nov. 6 meeting to hear a talk by Pagosa resident and civil engineer James R. White Jr.   White has lived in the Blanco Basin …

San Juan Stargazers to hear about area water situation

Water will be the star on Thursday, Nov. 6, when the San Juan Stargazers hold a special monthly educational meeting that we are inviting all of Pagosa Springs to attend about the water situation in …

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San Juan Stargazers to hear about area water situation

On Thursday, Nov. 6, the San Juan Stargazers will hold a special monthly educational meeting that we are inviting all of Pagosa Springs to attend about the water situation in Southwest Colorado and …

Emergency response training planned for Nov. 8

When disaster strikes, whether a flood, fire or other crisis, our neighbors are often the first ones in need of care and support. The Community United Methodist Church is hosting an emergency …

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Visitors to the USDA San Juan National Forest are encouraged to exercise caution following historic flood events in early October, which left roads, trails and major infrastructure damaged and …

State veterinarian urges livestock, poultry owners to monitor for disease

The Colorado Department of Agriculture (CDA) is urging livestock and poultry owners to remain vigilant and monitor their animals for symptoms of New World screwworm (NWS) and highly pathogenic avian …

Pagosa Creation Care to host extreme weather and hazard preparedness speaker

Dr. Kyle Nardi, scientist at the National Center for Atmospheric Research (NCAR) in Boulder, will speak in Pagosa Springs on Thursday, Oct. 23. Nardi specialized in researching the impact of …

Town provides parks closure update

The Town of Pagosa Springs Parks Department  continues to assess conditions and identify safe locations where public parks and trails can be reopened following recent flooding. Cleanup crews are …

PAWSD board hears update on Running Iron Ranch mining

The Pagosa Area Water and Sanitation District (PAWSD) heard an update on issues with gravel mining at the Running Iron Ranch at its Oct. 9 board meeting. This update followed board members …

Zeedyk structures put to the test with recent rains

Following the film screening of “Thinking Like Water” in early September, a group of generous volunteers signed up for a day of building Zeedyk structures at Turkey Springs on Sept. 20. …

Pagosa Weather to host free Winter Weather Wonder event

Pagosa Weather forecasters Shawn and Arleen Prochazka will help the community prepare for winter by hosting a Winter Weather Wonder event on Friday, Oct. 17 from 5:30 to 9 p.m. at the Pagosa Lodge. …

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