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

Low oxygen levels at Sweitzer Lake led to a partial fish kill affecting various species, but conditions may improve with water refilling and CPW's monitoring.

The Colorado River is now "infested" with zebra mussels, per Colorado Parks and Wildlife. Adult mussels were found near Grand Junction, impacting local ecosystems and prompting increased containment efforts and community involvement in prevention.

Staunton State Park in Colorado is set for closures during a wildfire mitigation project involving tree thinning and helicopter operations, affecting recreation through fall.

A bear attack in Boulder prompted wildlife officials to urge caution in trash management during bear hyperphagia. A resident was superficially injured by a bear while walking his dogs.

Douglas County is hosting public events in September to celebrate its Open Space and Natural Resources Department's 30 years, including yoga, equestrian rides, and stargazing.

Colorado Parks and Wildlife released a final report on wolf removal operations, linking a wolf from the Copper Creek Pack to the operations, available on the CPW website.

Colorado Parks and Wildlife reminds residents to secure trash and keep food indoors during bears' hyperphagia season to prevent dangerous encounters and protect both humans and bears.

Fishing closure on the Yampa River near Steamboat Springs is lifted by Colorado Parks and Wildlife due to improved conditions, while other rivers remain under voluntary restrictions.

Colorado enacts a law providing free state park access to Southern Ute and Ute Mountain Ute Tribal members, celebrating their historical ties to the land.

The Collard Ranch SWA in Colorado is now open for hunting and fishing activities with specific seasonal restrictions and without camping or dogs allowed.

The Keep Colorado Wild Pass has raised $41 million for state parks and safety operations, surpassing a $36 million target. Over 1.5 million Coloradans opted in, with funds supporting park maintenance, search and rescue, and educational initiatives.

Colorado Parks and Wildlife is hiring for diverse roles to conserve the state's wildlife and landscapes, with applications open until Sept. 30, 2025, and a rigorous selection process detailed by CPW.