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Regional partnership conserves future open space in Larimer County

Municipal partners join Larimer County in finalization of intergovernmental agreement to conserve future open space

Posted: 
Thu, Nov 17 - 10:25 am
Department: 
Natural Resources

Boat ramp hours changing Nov. 1 at Horsetooth Reservoir, Carter Lake

All ramps are closed Thanksgiving Day, November 24

Posted: 
Fri, Oct 28 - 09:03 am
Department: 
Natural Resources

Larimer County seeks conservation buyer for Little Thompson Farm

The Larimer County Department of Natural Resources (LCDNR) is pursuing a conservation buyer for Little Thompson Farm, a 211-acre property located one mile southwest of the Town of Berthoud along Highway 287.

Posted: 
Tue, Oct 25 - 09:25 am
Department: 
Natural Resources

Eagle’s Nest Open Space closed October 26-27 for aerial application of herbicide

Treatment is part of a multi-agency grant to reduce invasive species across seven Front Range open spaces

Posted: 
Thu, Oct 20 - 09:49 am
Department: 
Natural Resources

Upcoming trailhead closures at Soderberg and Blue Sky

Two day event will host up to 80 volunteers to assist in building the new trail 

Posted: 
Tue, Oct 11 - 02:31 pm
Department: 
Natural Resources

Larimer County extends small grants deadline to October 18

Total available funds have increased to commemorate the program’s 25th anniversary, totaling $25,000 in 2023

Posted: 
Tue, Oct 04 - 02:22 pm
Department: 
Natural Resources

Select parking lots temporarily closed for asphalt maintenance, October 3-4

 

 

Posted: 
Thu, Sep 29 - 03:26 pm
Department: 
Natural Resources

Larimer County purchases 1,547-acre ranch for future open space

A regional priority for open space for nearly 30 years, the acquisition completes a vision to conserve the iconic landscape at the mouth of the Big Thompson Canyon

Posted: 
Tue, Sep 27 - 11:49 am
Department: 
Natural Resources

NoCo PLACES 2050 celebrates conservation and the value of Colorado's public lands on National Public Lands Day

Larimer County to host community trail stewardship and litter clean-up projects

Posted: 
Wed, Sep 21 - 04:58 pm
Department: 
Natural Resources

Low water levels at Pinewood Reservoir expected September through December

Water surface area will be diminished; reservoir remains open

Posted: 
Thu, Sep 01 - 03:42 pm
Department: 
Natural Resources

Meet the Geologist: Dr. James Hagadorn, Denver Museum of Nature & Science, on Sept. 17

Community invited to learn fascinating findings on Larimer County’s signature stone, Lyons Sandstone

Posted: 
Mon, Aug 29 - 11:53 am
Department: 
Natural Resources

Larimer County celebrates National Public Lands Day with community activities and volunteer stewardship projects

The nation's largest single-day volunteer event for public land occurs on the fourth Saturday in September every year

Posted: 
Mon, Aug 22 - 11:46 am
Department: 
Natural Resources

Larimer County Natural Resources dedicates Fallen Firefighter Memorial at Hermit Park Open Space

A bronze plaque recognizes five men who gave the ultimate sacrifice in fighting Colorado wildfires

Posted: 
Wed, Aug 17 - 03:09 pm
Department: 
Natural Resources

Small Grants for Community Partnering Program now open for 2023; Celebrating 25 Years of impact

With over 220 awarded community and neighborhood projects county-wide, Larimer County Department of Natural Resources (LCDNR) is celebrating 25 years of community impact through its Small Grants for Community Partnering (Small Grants) Program.

Posted: 
Mon, Aug 15 - 03:42 pm
Department: 
Natural Resources

Horsetooth Area Information Center temporary weekend closure begins August 6

Gatehouse, boat ramps, and reservoir remain open

Posted: 
Thu, Jul 28 - 09:51 am
Department: 
Natural Resources

Visitors to public lands urged to be aware of fire bans, restrictions, and safety

Federal, state, and county agencies remind fire danger is high in Colorado and recreating on public lands requires knowledge of area fire restrictions and bans. 

Posted: 
Thu, Jun 30 - 10:34 am
Department: 
Natural Resources

New alert system can offer parking lot capacity information to visitors

Increases in visitation have spurred this technology to better inform visitors of parking lot status before they arrive

Posted: 
Wed, Jun 29 - 09:16 am
Department: 
Natural Resources

Devil’s Backbone Open Space trailhead (Hwy 34) closed June 6-7 for parking area repairs

During closure, visitors can access the open space through northern and eastern entrances

Posted: 
Tue, May 31 - 04:44 pm
Department: 
Natural Resources

Visitors to public lands strongly encouraged to #KnowBeforeYouGo this summer

Federal, state and county agencies remind everyone to plan ahead when visiting public lands, know the specific conditions and regulations, and bring what’s necessary for a safe experience.

Posted: 
Wed, May 18 - 09:47 am
Department: 
Natural Resources

Larimer County opens new Sky View Campground at Carter Lake

As Larimer County's first group campground, unique features include paved surfaces and new pod design

Posted: 
Fri, May 13 - 11:36 am
Department: 
Natural Resources