Story walks highlight ecology themes around BV’s town lake
Project headed by the BV Public Library brings environmental education to the public
Category: Recreation
Rangers patrol, clean up public lands under recreation program
On a Thursday morning in early July, the Chaffee Rec Rangers arrive at the Buffalo Peaks Trailhead deep in the Fourmile Recreation Management Area where remnants of a campfire remain…
Managing the impacts of growth in outdoor recreation
Quality outdoor recreation is an essential part of the Chaffee County lifestyle as well as a key economic driver. While recreation use is growing and that’s good for the economy,…
SLB pilots program for designated public campsites
14 new campsites open on 3,400 acres in the Fourmile Recreation Management Area The Colorado State Land Board (SLB) designated new campsites on its Chubb Park parcel in the Fourmile…
Temporary toilets keep public lands cleaner
Nearly 30 portable toilets have been placed at busy trailheads and popular recreation areas over the past two summers as part of a Chaffee Recreation Council “Keep it Clean” initiative…
Campsite conversions support forest health & outdoor experience
Projects achieve a major Chaffee Rec Plan objective to provide high-quality, low-impact camping experiences across Chaffee County
Common Ground supports wildlife during sensitive times of the year
Seasonal trail and road closures explained and reinforced with signs and gates Known as the “Banana Belt” for its relatively mild winters, Chaffee County hosts many species of migrating wildlife.…
Trail upgrades protect Arkansas River in Buena Vista
Whipple Trail corridor improvements help manage growth in popularity The Town of Buena Vista is completing a trail project to address erosion, safety concerns, congestion and additional issues on the…
All hands help restore Fourmile road near Midland recreation area
Mini-grant supports BLM, volunteer effort to address growth impacts Julie Finley grabs a handful of seed from a gallon-sized Ziplock baggie then flicks her wrist over a two-track road at…
Education in sharper focus at popular Fourmile recreation area
Chaffee Common Ground is supporting education and interpretation at one of the county’s busiest visitor recreation areas. More than a dozen new entry-point kiosks and information panels were added in…
