Let there be dirt
The return of trails season to area BLM lands came a few weeks early this year. On Tues., April 15, the BLM, in coordination with CPW, announced it was lifting winter wildlife closures on trails on Grandview Ridge and Animas City Mountain. This was a full two weeks earlier than the anticipated opening May 1.
“This year, there isn’t much snow at low to mid-elevations. This has provided more areas for deer and elk to move into without being constricted with snow,” Colorado Parks and Wildlife Biologist Brad Weinmeister said. However, he added, people are encouraged to keep their dogs on leash to protect wildlife that is still in the area.
Trails now open for your hiking and biking pleasure include Sale Barn, South Rim, Big Canyon, Cowboy, Sidewinder, Skull Rock and Crites, as well as all Animas City Mountain Trails. Please note, however, the closure on north Animas City Mountain will remain in effect until July 31 to protect nesting Peregrin falcons.
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- 05/22/2025
- High and dry
- By Missy Votel
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As drought continues, City asks residents to voluntarily conserve water
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- 05/22/2025
- Added bonus
- By Missy Votel
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Pilot program reimburses low-income shoppers up to $60/month for Farmers Market produce
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- 05/22/2025
- Just a quickie
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‘10-Minute Play Festival’ returns to DAC May 30-June 1
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- 05/22/2025
- Ditch democracy
- By Ilana Newman / The Daily Yonder
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A deep dive into Northern New Mexico’s acequia culture
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- On the rocks
- 05/22/2025
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If you come upon a painted rock on your travels around Durango next week, don’t be so quick to dismiss it. It could be part of the City of Durango’s 3rd annual Scavenger Hunt. The hunt, which places five brightly painted rocks in various locations around the city, takes place Mon., May 26 - Fri., May 30.
- Creative endeavor
- 05/15/2025
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Create Art and Tea may have closed its doors earlier this month, but the nonprofit Art Guild of Create Durango that was housed there is still going strong.
- A slow roll
- 05/15/2025
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Durango has a speed problem. And in the interest of public safety and reducing accidents, the City of Durango has announced a new Speed-Management Plan. But first it wants to hear what you have to say. Through May, the City is conducting an online survey on speed and safety on city streets.
- Ride on!
- 05/08/2025
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Durango is the 33rd most-populated city in Colorado, yet, it boasts one of the largest bike swaps in the state. And this year’s swap, the 16th annual held April 25-27 at Chapman Hill, was the most successful yet, according to organizers.