Stewards of the Land - The Durango Herald

Caring for the Land: A Reciprocal Relationship

This morning, work begins where I made camp. I arrived after dark last night and didn’t notice the trash strewn about the campsite. I remove all litter from the area and burn trash from the ...

DATE: Oct 17, 2023 | CATEGORY: Stewards of the Land

Colorado’s beauty is for everyone to enjoy: A trip on the trail

On the heels of a thoroughly ground-soaking rain at the Nature Center last week, a group of energetic boys from Ignacio and I slipped and slid down the Rattlesnake Ramble trail. Comments lik...

DATE: Sep 9, 2023 | CATEGORY: Stewards of the Land

A sawyer’s perspective: I see more tree than faces

Dawn breaks. Squinting and rolling awake, I rise quickly. A coyote yowls, calling out to its pack, sounding like a rooster to my ears. The backcountry morning bites at me as I crawl out of m...

DATE: Aug 12, 2023 | CATEGORY: Stewards of the Land

Collaborations, initiatives working for health of public lands

Nearly three years ago, in October 2020, Gov. Jared Polis signed executive Order B 2020-008 creating the Colorado Outdoor Regional Partnerships Initiative. The goals of the RPI are pretty s...

DATE: Jul 15, 2023 | CATEGORY: Stewards of the Land

Stewardship programs throughout the San Juans

As the rivers continue to carry our snowmelt downstream, and the high country begins to open up, I’m finally getting a second to reflect on a busy couple of months hiring, training and prepa...

DATE: Jun 10, 2023 | CATEGORY: Stewards of the Land

Which volunteer opportunity is right for you?

The first time I worked with conservation volunteers, I led a group of high school students on a long-term volunteer trail project. As my students learned to use tools, cut tread and spend a...

DATE: May 14, 2023 | CATEGORY: Stewards of the Land

Looking forward to summer: Interpretive events

There is no shortage of splendor in the grandiose peaks, sprawling meadows and diverse forests of Southwest Colorado. Whether you’re a mountain biker seeking the most epic of single tracks, ...

DATE: Apr 12, 2023 | CATEGORY: Stewards of the Land

Snow fatigue is reminder of mountain’s benefits

I stand on the edge of the wilderness as the late afternoon glow hits the peaks. Clouds hug the tops of the mountains, signaling the incoming storm. The wind is cold, and the snow blows acro...

DATE: Mar 17, 2023 | CATEGORY: Stewards of the Land

Ramping Up: SJMA’s education programs continue to grow

All of the snow we got in January sure has been a sight! Perhaps you’ve watched your dog happily run out into the white wonderland, only to promptly drop from sight in fresh heaps of powder....

DATE: Feb 18, 2023 | CATEGORY: Stewards of the Land

Hurray for snow – now get out there and have fun, be safe!

Ah, winter. As the white stuff piles up around us this year, I’m excited to get out in the mountains – to sled, ski and explore the backcountry. When white-capped, the San Juans are majestic...

DATE: Jan 14, 2023 | CATEGORY: Stewards of the Land

Wrapping up a solid year

Anticipation hangs heavy in the air at this time of year. We see it in the faces of all the children (and adults, too) who visit the Christmas tree lot, selecting the perfect tree to adorn t...

DATE: Dec 10, 2022 | CATEGORY: Stewards of the Land

San Juan Mountains Association preparing for Christmas tree fundraiser

As the seasons change in Southwest Colorado, I’m reminded how much I look forward to stoking the fire, sitting back and enjoying the radiant warmth. Fall is a time to prepare and stock up fo...

DATE: Nov 12, 2022 | CATEGORY: Stewards of the Land

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Photos: Navajo Trail OpenFriday was the first day of the Navajo Trail Open at Hillcrest Golf Club

Friday was the first day of the Navajo Trail Open at Hillcrest Golf Club

Photos: Durango Fire Protection District opens Station 2

Photos: Hundreds gather to honor fallen Bloomfield Police officer Timothy OntiverosA solemn procession stretched for blocks Monday morning along West Apache Street in Farmington – a display of unity, grief and honor for Bloomfield Police Officer Timothy Ontiveros, 32.About 7 a.m., a large contingent of law enforcement, motorcyclists, friends and grieving family prepared to embark on the motorcade to the 9 a.m. service at the Bloomfield High School football stadium to celebrate the life of the officer.