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COTREX app is the Verified Source for Trail Info on Colorado Public Lands

Visitors can rely on COTREX for accurate trail info direct from land managers  

Posted: 
Tue, May 30 - 11:02 am
Department: 
Natural Resources

Larimer County and HistoriCorps Partner to Preserve a Historic Horse Barn at Red Mountain Open Space – Volunteers Needed

Information about an amazing volunteer opportunity in Fall of 2023 at Red Mountain Open Space.

Posted: 
Thu, May 25 - 09:39 am
Department: 
Natural Resources

Larimer County officials urge caution if heading near water this spring

The Larimer County Department of Natural Resources in partnership with the Larimer County Sheriff’s Office, Larimer County Office of Emergency Management, Poudre Fire Authority, and the City of Loveland encourage caution as boaters, paddlers, and anglers approach the water for recreation this spring.

Posted: 
Tue, May 16 - 09:05 am
Department: 
Natural Resources

Hermit Park Open Space Partial Closure May 22-24

Details about a short-term partial closure.

Posted: 
Wed, May 03 - 06:28 pm
Department: 
Natural Resources

Nighttime closure and backcountry camping online reservations at Horsetooth Mountain Open Space begin May 1

Management actions targeted to increase operational sustainability and public safety

Posted: 
Mon, Apr 24 - 12:52 pm
Department: 
Natural Resources

Thank you, Volunteers!

It's National Volunteer Appreciation Week. Learn about the amazing things our volunteers do!

Posted: 
Mon, Apr 17 - 09:53 am
Department: 
Natural Resources

Boat Ramps Open Saturday, April 1, 2023

Spring is upon us and boaters will be able to use the ramps at Carter Lake and Horsetooth Reservoir beginning April 1.

Posted: 
Fri, Mar 24 - 10:10 am
Department: 
Natural Resources

Earth Day volunteer opportunities

Larimer County Natural Resources will be hosting two opportunities, a trail project, and a litter cleanup, on April 22, Earth Day.

Posted: 
Thu, Mar 23 - 04:02 pm
Department: 
Natural Resources

Hermit Park and Red Mountain Open Spaces Reopen After Winter Closure

Openings follow annual seasonal winter closure

Posted: 
Wed, Mar 01 - 11:03 am
Department: 
Natural Resources

Small Grants for Community Partnering recipients announced

To-date, Larimer County has awarded $395,421 for 232 community and neighborhood projects

Posted: 
Fri, Feb 10 - 11:42 am
Department: 
Natural Resources

Call for ideas now open for desired marina services in Larimer County

Input from the community will help guide the bidding, evaluation, and selection process of marina operator

Posted: 
Wed, Feb 01 - 01:32 pm
Department: 
Natural Resources

Understanding the Nuances of Winter Recreation Can Save a Life, even that of Wildlife

Northern Colorado public land agencies share tips for a fun and safe winter  

Posted: 
Wed, Jan 25 - 01:02 pm
Department: 
Natural Resources

Larimer County closes five boat-in campsites at Horsetooth Reservoir

Ten boat-in campsites along western shore remain available for reservation

Posted: 
Wed, Dec 21 - 01:40 pm
Department: 
Natural Resources

Natural Resources seeks Volunteer Nature Educators for 2023 season

All volunteers provided training, support and flexible scheduling

Posted: 
Thu, Dec 15 - 03:13 pm
Department: 
Natural Resources

Become a Volunteer Ranger Assistant

Larimer County's Department of Natural Resources and the City of Fort Collins Natural Areas Department are now accepting Volunteer Ranger Assistant [VRA] applications. The application deadline is January 13, 2023.

Posted: 
Mon, Dec 05 - 08:46 am
Department: 
Natural Resources

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