The Colorado Parks and Wildlife Commission plans a meeting on October 9, 2025, in Loveland, discussing wildlife regulations, bison classification, property acquisitions, and strategic plans.

Officials seek info on elk poaching in Las Animas County, Colorado, where four bull elk were shot and left on separate ranches. Rewards are offered for leads.

The Manhattan Project National Historical Park attracted 74,693 visitors in 2024, influencing $5.4 million in local spending according to a National Park Service report.

CPW implements a mandatory full-day fishing closure on part of the Yampa River below Stagecoach State Park due to low water levels, starting October 2 until spring 2026.

Colorado Parks and Wildlife initiates public engagement campaign to revise reptile and amphibian conservation rules, seeking public input on threats and regulation communication.

The Bay to Bay Trail at Horsetooth Reservoir won the Golden McLeod Award for its innovative construction, overcoming challenging terrain with volunteer and conservation efforts.

Arapahoe County opens Sand Lily Park, a new recreational site with a walking trail and picnic facilities, anticipating further development based on community feedback.

Boulder is reintroducing cattle grazing as a fire mitigation strategy to reduce wildfire fuel, urging people to stay clear during the project. This low-tech method is highlighted as part of their comprehensive Community Wildfire Protection Plan.

Colorado celebrates National Hunting and Fishing Day on September 27, honoring the contributions of hunters and anglers to wildlife conservation and the state's economy, with a significant financial impact reported by CPW.

Two Colorado Parks and Wildlife employees, Robert Walters and Jennifer Murray, were honored for their efforts against invasive species in the western U.S.

Colorado's state park history book, "At Home in Nature," won the Ney Landrum History Award and several honors for its in-depth research and storytelling of the state's park history.

The City of Fort Collins announces the opening of the new Elk Meadow Trail at Bobcat Ridge Natural Area, offering 1.75 miles of scenic trails and activities for its inaugural day. The trail is part of ongoing conservation efforts in the area.

CPW invites Colorado hunters and fishers to apply for the Sportsperson’s Roundtable until October 17, 2025, to impact wildlife management and practices.