Outdoors

San Juan Water Conservancy District to unveil third educational water film

“This Is Your Watershed: Upper San Juan River,” a three-part film series about Archuleta County’s water, is now complete.

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CDOT addresses pedestrian safety concerns in construction zone

On April 14, the Archuleta County Board of County Commissioners and Pagosa Springs Town Council heard an update from the Colorado Department of Transportation’s (CDOT’s) public information team in regard to current status of the U.S. 160 reconstruction project with pedestrian safety being a top concern as of late.

At its April 14 meeting, the San Juan Water Conservancy District (SJWCD) Board of Directors heard a draft of a Preliminary Geotechnical and Geologic Hazards Report from Yeh and Associates for the district’s reservoir project, located at Running Iron Ranch.

Prescribed burns planned for Pagosa Ranger District

The San Juan National Forest’s Pagosa Ranger District is planning to conduct a prescribed burn in the Turkey Springs area starting as early as April 30. The 885-acre Brockover-Devil …

Colorado Parks and Wildlife launches new round of outdoor equity grant funding

On Friday, Colorado Parks and Wildlife (CPW) announced its Outdoor Equity Grant funding opportunity, aimed at increasing access to outdoor recreation activities for underserved Colorado youth and …

Moose sighting

The draft environmental assessment for the Town of Pagosa Springs’ Pagosa Gateway Project is now available through the U.S. Department of the Interior (DOI).

At its April 14 meeting, the San Juan Water Conservancy District (SJWCD) Board of Directors heard a budget update from SJWCD treasurer Joe Tedder regarding the district’s ongoing spending on litigation with the Pagosa Area Water and Sanitation District (PAWSD).

Generation Wild announces return of Wilderflowers

Generation Wild, a movement from Great Outdoors Colorado (GOCO) that works to connect kids with the outdoors, has a big ambition: ensure future generations will love Colorado’s landscapes and open space heritage enough to protect them. 

Recognizing the potential for heightened emergency activity, including an elevated risk of wildfires this season, the Archuleta County Public Health Department (ACPHD) along with Colorado State University (CSU) Extension, are hosting a crucial and informative workshop focused on preparedness. 

The hummingbirds are nearly here

The hummingbirds will be arriving in Pagosa Country in the next few weeks, providing a flash of color in our gloomy days. 

Forest Service roads and trails will begin opening in April and May

Southwest Colorado is experiencing warm, dry weather in the low country, but many of the San Juan National Forest’s roads and trails remain buried under snow.

Pagosa Sidewalk Astronomers announce proclamations

The Archuleta County Board of County Commissioners and Pagosa Springs Town Council both granted proclamations in recognition of International Dark Sky Week 2025, April 21-28. 

Garden Conversations to begin May 17

Do you enjoy gardening? Do you like to talk about gardening? Are you a plant geek?   Come join Healthy Archuleta’s growing guru at the Pagosa Springs Community Garden starting in May. …

Forest Service roads and trails will begin opening in April and May 

Southwest Colorado is experiencing warm, dry weather in the low  country, but many of the San Juan National Forest’s roads and trails remain buried under snow. Roads  are closed …

CRIA Lecture Series to feature Dr. Andrew Gulliford speaking about Bears Ears

The Chimney Rock Interpretive Association (CRIA) invites the public to a free lecture given by Dr. Andrew Gulliford on Tuesday, April 15. 

Discover volunteer opportunities at Chimney Rock National Monument at April 12 event

Are you looking for a rewarding way to connect with people from all over the world, share your knowledge and spend time in a stunning outdoor environment? 

Raising chickens? CPW offers tips for reducing conflicts with black bears

Raising chickens has become an increasingly popular hobby across Colorado. With the high price of eggs at grocery stores, even more residents are adding egg-laying chickens to their properties.

Town moving ahead on river access park

On April 1, the Pagosa Springs Town Council received an update on the riverfront property located at 1040 East U.S. 160 that it approved the purchase of in November 2024.

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