Wildlife Offices: Durango, Gunnison, Monte Vista, Montrose State Parks: Crawford, Lone Mesa, Mancos, Navajo, Paonia, Ridgway, Sweitzer Lake #LiveLifeOutside

Durango, CO
Joined June 2016
CO is home to the largest…mule deer…herd in the world? That’s no typo. We’ve got an impressive muley herd alongside our elk. Get insight into herd health, habitat loss, migration + more in our latest Colorado Outdoors podcast ep. Listen now: cpw.info/3TGRV8x
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Don’t let aquatic nuisance species (ANS) bust your spot. Protect what you love + be sure to Clean/Drain/Dry your gear before hitting the pond, river or slough (this incl. decoys, waders + even your dog/dog’s vest). Be a Pain in the ANS this season: cpw.info/4nrZbOd
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Fall is here, so along with pumpkin-spice-everything, it’s a great time to make sure your holiday decorations are wildlife-friendly. Spooky vibes are best when wildlife isn’t part of the scare. Here’s some great tips on wildlife-friendly decorating ⬇️
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Science at work ✅ Not all superheroes wear capes. Some wear waders 🐟 Once on the brink of extinction, the greenback cutthroat trout is making a comeback in Colorado, thanks to years of hard work, collaboration and cutting-edge fisheries science.
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Our 2026 Hunting Guide is here 🦌 This special edition of the Colorado Outdoors magazine has insights on hunting during the drought, your new fav wild game recipe & stories of how our officers crack down on poachers. Get your copy today: cpw.info/4dh2lSF
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🚨DEADLINE APPROACHING 🚨The application period for Wildlife or Park Officer positions closes Sept. 30. If you’re looking for a satisfying career built around protecting & enhancing our state’s natural resources, this is it. Learn more + apply now: cpw.state.co.us/careers
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Our officers have responded to two reported bear attacks in the last few days, with one at a campground near South Fork and another in a condo in Durango. More info is available at the link. cpw.state.co.us/news/0914202…
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What’s out front of the restaurant on the news rack this morning versus what is behind the restaurant this morning in the alley… What are we doing?
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Trash kills bears. Our officers were once again faced with that ugly truth Saturday in Durango. We once again encountered a bear that had its upper intestines completely blocked by trash, including non-flushable cleaning wipes and plastic bags. cpw.state.co.us/news/0909202…
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👏 Incredible work!
Chatfield officers were awarded today for their life-saving efforts during a boating accident response on 7/11. Officers applied multiple tourniquets and first aid until @SouthMetroPIO arrived. The patient was cared for by @AdventHealth. More info here: cpw.state.co.us/news/0828202…
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Bears + people + food = does not mix well. Yes, Colorado’s bears are hungry. No, you should not feed them.
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For Bo’s family, visiting Ridgway State Park isn’t any old summer vacation. It’s a Make-A-Wish destination thx to its treasure trove of accessible activities. Follow along as they explore CO’s great outdoors, track chair style, in our latest podcast ep: cpw.info/4qQundh
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Looking fine w/ 2 new K-9s 🐕 Welcome Officers Oso and Pike to our K-9 Unit! These two are the latest additions to an all-star team & will play an important role in our law enforcement + community outreach efforts across CO.
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Here’s a fin-tastic update 🐟 Thousands of rare native trout evacuated from the path of the Willow Fire earlier this summer have returned to the Leadville National Fish Hatchery after spending about a month in the care of our hatchery crews across the state.
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A rare sight to see: A lynx kitten and adult spotted by a trail camera in Colorado 👀 Lynx breed in late winter, and after a gestation period of about 9 weeks, females produce a litter of 1 to 4 kittens in May or June. Kittens stay with their moms for about 9 months.
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We so appreciate the continued partnership with Durango Animal Hospital and the work of Michael Sirochman at CPW’s Frisco Creek Wildlife Rehabilitation Center. Nothing better than watching them fly back into the wild.
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Our offices and staff are ready to help today if you choose to come in-person. Can’t wait to see everyone!
Hunters, Leftover Day is here! Brush up on everything you need to know before licenses go on sale at 9 a.m. MDT. Get ready for your next big adventure: cpw.info/4vXK4QE
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Did someone say…FREE? Yes, yes we did. Enjoy free entry to Colorado state parks today, Monday August 3.
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CO's 150th birthday means YOU get the gifts. That’s right. On Aug. 3, enjoy FREE entry to state parks (clear your calendar & bust out the hiking boots). Plus, we just released these awesome stickers (perfect for water bottles) to celebrate our great state. cpw.info/3Ec9wJw
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