San Juan National Forest

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Motorcyclists push back; county objects to loss of trails

Proposal eliminates access to popular motorcycle trails

March 21, 2018

Winter storms expected for Southwest Colorado mountains

Three to six inches of snow possible above 7,500 feet

March 14, 2018

Southwestern cattlemen face industry challenges

Participants seek eased rules on immigration, trucking and trade rules

February 13, 2018

New details emerge in Haycamp shooting

Suspect says it was a mercy killing

February 7, 2018

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Montrose mill eyes San Juan Forest for timber

Plan would thin crowded ponderosa stands at risk for wildfire, beetles

February 2, 2018

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County seeks Congress’ help on Dolores-Norwood Road

Land transfer would allow improvements on Dolores-Norwood Road, officials say

January 30, 2018

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McPhee likely to fill for farmers’ irrigation needs

Winter’s jump-start to provide full supply, but boaters will need a miracle

January 25, 2018

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Kevin Wade Folsom charged with first-degree murder

Victim was found shot on Haycamp Mesa

January 18, 2018

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McAfee announces campaign for Montezuma County commission

Democrat is familiar with issues, wants plan for future

January 11, 2018

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McPhee managers plan to open lake early

Switching inspection hours would make mid-April date possible

January 9, 2018

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Pine beetle gaining ground in Southwest Colorado

Infestation taking out large swaths of ponderosa pine

January 4, 2018

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Update: Victim in Haycamp slaying is identified

Victim identified as Southern Ute resident of Ignacio

January 4, 2018

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2017: A year about land use, health and play in Dolores

Ron Kotarski Jr. playground closes The story that got the most attention in Dolores was the closing of the popular…

December 26, 2017

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Bill would allow mountain biking in wilderness areas

Wilderness Act currently bans ‘mechanical’ uses

December 18, 2017

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Dry early winter concerns McPhee managers

Reservoir levels are stable, but precipitation is at 18 percent of normal

December 6, 2017

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Forest seeks comments on Boggy Draw trail plan

Project would add 25 miles on nonmotorized trails

November 28, 2017

Dolores-area roads and trails close for winter wildlife

For the purpose of protecting winter wildlife habitat, the Dolores Ranger District will close the McPhee Overlook Trail to all…

November 28, 2017

Backcountry skiing Silverton: There’s an app for that

FLC grads release guide or ski terrain

November 22, 2017

October test shows no mussels at McPhee; recreation impacted

New rules limit motorized boating

November 21, 2017

Forest travel plan released for Rico-West Dolores

Motorcycle trails reduced; timing restrictions added

November 17, 2017

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Two counties collaborate to save Lower Dolores River campgrounds

Ferris and Cabin sites would be co-managed with feds

November 7, 2017

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Tipton tours McPhee area with Montezuma County officials

More logging could improve Forest Service budget, he says

October 30, 2017

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Pine beetle poses threat to Southwest Colorado forests

3 species combine to kill ponderosa trees near Vallecito

October 22, 2017

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West Fork fire department seeks new station

Dunton Resort donates $100,000 towards project

October 10, 2017