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San Juan National Forest

Can we replace fire with mechanical thinning in Southwest Colorado?

Forest ecologists argue prescribed burns are necessary even as they have caused blazes this spring

DATE: Jun 4, 2022 | CATEGORY: Local News

Pre-evacuations lifted as firefighters control Durango’s Perins Peak Fire

County roads 206 and 208 are no longer under notice; crews secure northern edge of blaze

DATE: May 27, 2022 | CATEGORY: Local News

Firefighters aided by cool, cloudy weather in battle against Plumtaw Fire near Pagosa Springs

Blaze was 721 acres with 33% containment as of Monday

DATE: May 23, 2022 | CATEGORY: Local News

Wildfire near Pagosa Springs slows, but red flag warning issued for Thursday

Plumtaw Fire grows slightly as crews battle the blaze into Wednesday

DATE: May 18, 2022 | CATEGORY: Local News

Durango railroad pauses operations amid fire danger

Last weekend marked the first time this year trains have stopped running because of wildfire risk

DATE: May 17, 2022 | CATEGORY: Local News

Why hunting groups are leading the charge on wildlife conservation in Southwest Colorado

Hunters are fundraising, sharing knowledge and doing restoration projects to protect wildlands

DATE: May 9, 2022 | CATEGORY: Local News

For cheap, healthful meals, try foraging

Spring is an ideal time to learn about nature’s bounty

DATE: May 6, 2022 | CATEGORY: Local News

Animas City Mountain prescribed burn delayed

Dry and windy weather will likely postpone the preventive measures until at least fall

DATE: May 3, 2022 | CATEGORY: Local News

San Juan National Forest receives $3 million from USDA program

Investment expands forest restoration work in progress

DATE: Apr 24, 2022 | CATEGORY: Local News

Earth Day offers a platform for environmental education in Durango

Educators, nonprofits highlight successes, raise awareness about challenges

DATE: Apr 22, 2022 | CATEGORY: Local News

Forest Service prepares to welcome e-bikes

Following national guidance, San Juan National Forest can allow the bikes for first time

DATE: Apr 3, 2022 | CATEGORY: Local News

Forest Service to burn 1,500 acres near Vallecito Reservoir

Operations will depend on weather and firefighters, but could start as soon as April

DATE: Apr 1, 2022 | CATEGORY: Local News

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