Fighting wildfires before they start in Southern Colorado
In Huerfano County, thoughtful planning has reduced wildfire risk and improved conditions at the Cucharas River headwaters.
Tag: Forests in Focus
Reducing wildfire risk in Mesa County
October 02, 2025
Landowners and the Rifle Field Office worked together to lower the risk of wildfire over a few hundred acres of Gambel oak and serviceberry. Bonus: Deer and elk have easier access for forage and cover.
Forest health project protects largest neighborhood in southwest Colorado
June 05, 2025
The Grassy Mountain Shared Stewardship project improves forest health and resilience in the San Juan Mountains.
Forest management in Park County has far-reaching benefits
May 16, 2025
A fuels reduction project near Bailey helps protect a critical water source for Denver’s drinking water.
Forest health projects also support industry, tourism in North Routt County
February 28, 2025
Working with many partners and across boundaries on nearly 1800 acres, foresters in the Steamboat Springs Field Office have managed critical work that’s reduced wildfire risk and benefited the local economy.
Rio Grande County project improves wildlife habitat, forest health
January 30, 2025
The Rock Creek Mechanical Fuels Reduction Project boosts forest conditions on 767 acres in southwest Colorado.