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Sixteen volunteers partnered with Mesa County to plant native trees and shrubs at Clifton Nature Park, restoring habitat damaged by invasive species. The community effort brought together disc golfers, nonprofit workers, and county staff to rebuild the local ecosystem one plant at a time.
Rocky Mountain National Park, home to some of America's most stunning wilderness and diverse wildlife, turns 111 years old today. From its soaring 14,000-foot peaks to the headwaters of the Colorado River, the park remains a treasure protecting over 1,000 square kilometers of pristine landscape.
Construction workers tearing up a parking lot at Dinosaur National Monument uncovered fossils that hadn't seen daylight since 1924. The discovery proves that even the most studied places on Earth can still surprise us.
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Colorado just unveiled a new "stargazing trail" connecting 13 International Dark Sky Parks and eight certified communities across the state. The route helps visitors find the best spots to see the Milky Way stretching across pristine night skies.
Quick-thinking officers from Colorado Parks and Wildlife pulled a family of four to safety after high winds pushed them from shore at Lake Pueblo. The rescue highlights a simple safety measure that's now saving lives across Colorado.
Construction crews renovating a Colorado parking lot got a prehistoric surprise when they uncovered fossils from a long-neck dinosaur that had been hidden under asphalt for over a century. The discovery marks the first fossil excavation at Dinosaur National Monument in more than 100 years.
Vienna is transforming hundreds of parking spaces into green parks, bike lanes, and community gardens—and residents are choosing cars 37% less than they did in the 1990s. The city is proving that giving people better options makes them happier to give up parking.
When overgrazing moose drove beavers out of Rocky Mountain National Park, scientists knew they had to act fast. Now a team of "human beavers" is building 29 artificial dams to restore the ecosystem and protect drinking water for over 1 million people.
Workers paving a parking lot in Colorado accidentally discovered the first new dinosaur fossils at Dinosaur National Monument in over a century. The 3,000-pound haul likely belongs to a Diplodocus and is now being studied alongside fossils dating back 150 million years.
The National Park Service lets dogs earn official BARK Ranger badges at 150 park sites across America. Pups and their owners just need to follow four simple rules that help protect wildlife and keep everyone safe.
A Colorado nonprofit just handed out $16,000 in scholarships to help 11 local students pursue their dreams in fields ranging from ocean engineering to special education. Over two decades, Central Colorado Humanists has now invested more than $120,000 in young minds.
Disneyland is ending its frustrating 11 a.m. park-hopping restriction, letting visitors with multi-park tickets switch between its two California theme parks anytime. The change gives families more flexibility to enjoy their Disney day their way.
A new report reveals that public parks deliver triple the economic benefit for every dollar cities spend on them. Even better, 88% of Americans visited a park last year, making green spaces one of the few things we can all agree on.
New research reveals that parks deliver triple the economic value of their cost while making communities healthier and happier. In a rare moment of unity, 88% of Americans visited a park last year, with supporters from all political backgrounds calling them critical infrastructure.
Colorado is bringing back wolverines to its mountain ranges after the fierce scavengers vanished a century ago. The state plans to introduce 45 wolverines across three regions, with ski resorts cheering the conservation effort.
Colorado Springs firefighters navigated treacherous terrain for three hours to rescue a hiker who plummeted up to 30 feet from a rock face. The dramatic high-angle rescue brought the injured man safely to medical care, showcasing the dedication of first responders who never give up.
Colorado just approved a plan to bring wolverines back to its mountains after more than a century. The state will release 45 of the rare animals over three years in what could become one of America's biggest wildlife comebacks.
A Colorado university cut its heating and cooling costs in half using underground pipes that tap Earth's constant temperature. The savings have funded lower tuition and more scholarships for students.
Colorado Mesa University cut its heating and cooling costs in half by tapping underground energy, saving $15 million since 2008. The savings went directly to students through lower tuition and more scholarships.
Once wiped out by pollution and trapping, river otters are splashing back into Colorado's waterways. Now the state needs your help tracking these playful creatures.
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