Blue Mountain Environmental Consulting

05/29/2026

A Conservation Success Story, from Mountain Area Land Trust

𝐀𝐜𝐫𝐞𝐬 𝐜𝐨𝐧𝐬𝐞𝐫𝐯𝐞𝐝: 475

𝐖𝐡𝐞𝐫𝐞: Eastern Mosquito Range | Park County

𝐏𝐫𝐞𝐬𝐞𝐫𝐯𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐇𝐢𝐠𝐡𝐥𝐢𝐠𝐡𝐭𝐬:
🟦The property hosts a mix of natural habitats including nearly two dozen globally rare plant species such as the rare Penland alpine fen mustard.
🟦Features include high-elevation limestone outcrops.
🟦Hikers and recreationalists enjoy sweeping, uninterrupted views from Mount Sherman and Mount Sheridan, among other nearby peaks.

𝐅𝐮𝐧 𝐅𝐚𝐜𝐭: Marked Mountain Area Land Trust’s 100th Conservation Easement.

05/28/2026

CDOT is doing their part to reduce wildfire risk on Colorado's roads...

Drivers should expect alternative traffic along routes where crews will cut trees in an effort to reduce the risk of wildfire before summer

05/04/2026

It's a good reminder to review evacuation procedures and check the exterior of your home for opportunities to harden your home.

Did you know that May is National Wildfire Awareness month? With wildfire becoming more a prevalent part of life in Western Colorado, it is more important than ever to remain educated and prepared. In 2025, over 250,000 acres were burned by wildfire. In fact, four of the five largest wildfires in Colorado’s history have occurred in the last six years. If you are interested in learning more visit our website COwildfire.org

Sources:
https://dfpc.colorado.gov/sections/wildfire-information-center/historical-wildfire-information

https://www.nifc.gov/sites/default/files/NICC/2-Predictive%20Services/Intelligence/Annual%20Reports/2025/annual_report_2025_0.pdf

04/29/2026

Fighting wildfire is becoming prohibitively expensive. Seems like the answer is more proactive mitigation.

From ni****ne taxes to tourist fees and new disaster accounts, states are looking for new funding sources.

04/20/2026

Please stay bear aware this spring!

More bears are showing up across Colorado, and it’s not by accident. Check out this bear selfie from the Western Spanish Peak.

CPW says drought is limiting natural food like berries and grasses, so bears are moving more to find calories.

That’s why sightings are increasing, especially near neighborhoods.

04/20/2026

Something to think about as you hike and bike our national forests this spring...

With the return of warmer temperatures and spring conditions across the Arapaho Roosevelt Pawnee, please remember to incorporate good mud-season etiquette into your recreation plans. Muddy trails and roads are easily damaged by heavy foot, motor vehicle, bike or horse traffic. Stepping off-trail to avoid muddy or flooded areas can widen trails, damage surrounding plants and create further drainage issues on the trail itself.

Most seasonal roads remain closed until at least mid-May. If you encounter water or mud on an road, do not attempt to cross without checking the depth and do not leave the road surface to bypass obstacles. If it is not safe to cross, turn around! Consider finding trails or roads that are hard-surfaced or in areas with lower rainfall or runoff. These simple steps can help to preserve road and trail systems, increasing and maintaining ease of access for fellow recreationists.

04/20/2026

Existing conservation measures may not be enough to save the Colorado River...

Arizona State University's Dave White said Phoenix and other cities in the Colorado River Basin need a "reset" to live within the means of climate change.

04/09/2026

Did you know CDOT is using unused snowplowing money for wildfire mitigation?

The Colorado Department of Transportation (CDOT) is reallocating $12 million in unused snow and ice contingency funds to wildfire mitigation efforts following a mild and dry winter.

03/31/2026

What have you wondered about in our universe?

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03/30/2026

Stage 1 Fire restrictions in effect for Forest Service lands on Northern Front Range. Also Jefferson, Gilpin, Boulder and Larimer Counties have stage 1 fire restrictions in effect as well.

Please be careful out there!