CPW update. Also winter driving, choosing footwear and more
The controversy over the make-up of the CPW Commission is not over.
Voices of the Pikes Peak Region
The controversy over the make-up of the CPW Commission is not over.
Why does it matter who is on the CPW Commission?
Where are the best behaved hikers?
Leave No Trace wants trainers to pay them to teach their materials?
Seeing a mountain lion in the wild might be exciting, but it’s not a good thing.
The National Park Service is doing nothing to make sure lower income users have the opportunity to visit the most popular national parks.
There has been tremendous support from the local community as Fishers Peak State Park has been developed.
That other website is the :”Dunning Kruger” of outdoor recreation.
Should Colorado Springs close access to national forest land?
Why is the National Park Service not doing more to accommodate low-income, tax-paying, users?
Why was the messaging on the bridge project so muddled, and how can we clear this up? Also, lets celebrate our National Parks!
Why is traffic a problem in Eldorado Canyon State Parks, and why is Colorado Parks and Wildlife considering a timed entry system to alleviate traffic?
A brief history of Colorado Parks and Wildlife, including notable events and dates, and a preview of the upcoming celebration.
What kind of amenities are planned for the park, and when can we expect to see them?
What happened to the family while they were hiking, and what can we learn from the tragedy?
It’s all about outdoor recreation politics on this week’s podcast. Hear what the Colorado legislature is working on.
On this week’s podcast: A tragic incident in Death Valley National Park, and how tips on how to avoid a similar fate; and more.
Colorado may be on it’s way to becoming a “pay-to-play” state for outdoor recreation
On this week’s podcast, Bob and co-host Kevin discuss a new rule that requires hikers to have a hunting and fishing license to hike on certain state lands in Colorado; Kevin is using a Garmin GPS watch, and what he thinks of it; new hours on the Pikes Peak Highway; reconsidering how to plan road…
On this week’s podcast, Bob interviews Brett Ackerman, the Colorado Parks and Wildlife Southeast Regional Manager. They discuss his background and history with CPW, his duties and responsibilities, his vision for the region, the challenges of managing state parks and also hunting and fishing, and a timeline for the opening of the newest state park.…
Bob and co-host Kevin talk about Kevin’s hikes in Grand Teton and Yellowstone National Parks and Bob’s hike in the Buffalo Peaks Wilderness. They also discuss an incident where a Colorado Park Ranger was assaulted, and an incident where a group of 44 hikers had to be rescued in the Arizona desert. Hiking Bob on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram and website …
On this week’s show, Bob and Kevin discuss the new permit system for visitors to Hanging Lake, and what can be done to manage visitors to local parks and trails. Also, recent hikes, upcoming plans, and an update on an aggressive bear in Colorado Springs. Hiking Bob on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram and website Wild Westendorf on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram
On this week’s podcast, Bob talks about his recent hiking road trips, and Kevin talks about how he dealt with getting sick on a recent hike. Also, upcoming free entry opportunities at Colorado State Parks in August. Hiking Bob on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram and website Wild Westendorf on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram The Nomadik: https://www.thenomadik.com/hikingbob Enter promo code “Hikingbob” Enter to win a free The Nomadik…
Bob talks with Colorado Parks and Wildlife District Wildlife Manager (Game warden…) Corey Adler. We discuss what he does, how he got here, what he did before getting here. Do you need to worry about bears and mountain lions while out hiking or camping? Find the answers in this podcast. Hiking Bob on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram and website
On this week’s podcast we discuss an update on the recent mountain lion attack and why you shouldn’t wear noise cancelling ear buds while hiking, putting together your own loop hike, an update on the progress of proposed rule changes in El Paso County Parks, and another giveaway! Mountain Lion attack survivor video Hiking Bob…
Bob talks with Great Outdoors Colorado (GOCO) Executive Director Chris Castilian about the history of GOCO and how it contributes to outdoor recreation in Colorado.
Bob talks with Colorado Parks and Wildlife Area Wildlife Manager Frank McGee. They discuss the various duties of a Wildlife Manager, how McGee became a wildlife manager, and how the job is like – and different – than reality TV, and more.
Bob interviews Parrish Watson, the senior Park Ranger at Colorado’s Mueller State Park. They discuss the job duties of a park ranger, what makes Mueller State Park different from other parks, the challenges of being a park ranger, and more. Very interesting in-sight into the life of a Colorado Parks and Wildlife Park Ranger.
In this week’s podcast, Bob talks with Darcy Mount, the senior ranger at Colorado Parks and Wildlife’s Cheyenne Mountain State Park. They discuss what a park ranger does, how she got her start as a ranger and more.
Bob talks with Colorado’s Cheyenne Mountain State Park manager Mitch Martin. They discuss the hiking, camping, cycling, archery and equestrian opportunities at the park, along with it’s history, and future plans.
Bob and co-host Kevin discuss the progress of funding bill for Colorado Parks and Wildlife; making the Colorado Lottery permanent; Great Outdoors Colorado; Conservation Trust Fund; parking at Barr Trail; phone apps for hiking
Bob and co-host Kevin discuss a legislative measure intended to increase funding for Colorado Parks and Wildlife. Also, did Colorado “lose” a 14er and gain a 13er? And more…