Colorado Parks and Wildlife

New website, who dis? Our website has a whole new look. Check it out now ➡️ https://cpw.state.co.us/

We, along with Governor Jared Polis and Great Outdoors Colorado - GOCO just awarded $1.3 million in grant funding as part of our Outdoor Regional Partnerships Initiative. This grant funding supports the development of conservation and recreation projects in Colorado. Congrats to the grant awardees! -Eagle County Community Wildlife Roundtable -Central Colorado Recreation Partnership -Montelores Coalition -Northwest Colorado Outdoor Coalition -Outdoor Pikes Peak Initiative -Pagosa Area Recreation Coalition -Roaring Fork Outdoor Coalition -Southeast Colorado Recreation Outdoor Alliance Movement -West Slope Outdoors Alliance Read more: https://cpw.info/3SVVi7Y

Governor Polis has appointed two new members and reappointed two members to our Parks and Wildlife Commission Tai Jacober of Carbondale was appointed to serve as a representative of agriculture producers west of the Continental Divide and Murphy Robinson of Littleton was appointed to serve as a representative of sportspersons. Polis also reappointed Dallas May and Jay Tuchton to the Parks and Wildlife Commission, with terms expiring July 1, 2028. The Parks and Wildlife Commission is a citizen board, composed of 11 governor-appointed members, which sets regulations and policies for our state parks and wildlife programs. More info: https://cpw.info/4dqoqfx

No Monday blues here — TODAY, August 5, enjoy FREE entry to all Colorado state parks.

Happy Birthday, Colorado! 🎈🎉 To celebrate, get free entry into all Colorado state parks on Monday, August 5: https://cpw.info/4frSCZe

Our level of excitement after placing FIRST or SECOND in eight categories with Association for Conservation Information's annual awards program is on the same level as this elk 💃 We are honored to be acknowledged by this program that celebrates excellence in natural resources communications. Way to go team and thank you, ACI! We placed in the following categories: -Photo - flora/fauna - 1st place  -Social media campaign - 1st place   -Best use of humor - 1st place  -Graphics  - Logo/Illustration - 2nd place  -Graphics - Layout - 2nd place   -Video feature - Natural Resource Conservation - 2nd place  -Conservation post of the year - 2nd place  -Conservation campaign - Marketing  - 2nd place

Our Rookie Sportsperson Program teaches skills needed to increase the chance of success while hunting, but success is not the only goal. The program’s primary mission is to encourage participants to have an active lifestyle that promotes the conservation of Colorado’s natural resources. Read more: https://cpw.info/4cxQQ75

All of our state park visitors, including blind or lower vision visitors, deserve access to our services and that is where Aira steps in. More info: https://cpw.info/3XOO3BK

We’ve got 24,240 reasons to celebrate! Phil Long Dealership donated $24,240 to us in honor of Jay Cimino, their past president for 49 years. Jay, who passed away in February 2024, was pivotal in the creation of our Fishers Peak State Park and was known for his passion for selling cars and philanthropy. In April 2024, Phil Long Dealership held a give-back program benefiting five Colorado organizations in honor of Jay and we are one of the honored recipients! We are proud to receive this donation and celebrate Jay's legacy! Thank you, Phil Long Dealerships

Here's to OUR strong women #WorldFemaleRangerWeek2024 Our female Park Rangers are certified peace officers dedicated to protecting the people and natural resources in our state. Their job is not easy — between our varied geography, conditions, and recreational opportunities — but it’s one that matters to the future of Colorado. Plus our Park Rangers are some of the most passionate and hardworking people you will meet! So take a moment to give a shout-out to these rockstars ⭐