
Grand Mesa Habitat Partnership Program
CPW Committee
Mission & Purpose:
Contact:
Kale Watson
970-200-6315
[email protected]
Grand Mesa Habitat Partnership Program
Mission & Purpose:
Contact:
Kale Watson
970-200-6315
[email protected]

COUNCILS AND COMMITTEES
About this Committee
The Grand Mesa Habitat Partnership Program Committee (GMHPP) was formed in 1995 to help resolve local wildlife conflicts with agriculture, and serves the western and northern slopes of the Grand Mesa. The committee area includes a mix of private, federal, and state lands; and consists of a variety of habitat types and land use patterns. Wildlife conflicts with agriculture in the committee area are attributed primarily to elk and mule deer, and occur mainly on lower elevations on pasture land, hay stacks, and fences. Agricultural operations and the loss of habitat for residential, recreational, and energy development have resulted in specific impact areas that the committee has identified as high priority zones. However, projects will be implemented wherever the committee believes they can effectively reduce or eliminate big game conflicts and assist CPW in achieving management objectives.

Get Involved: Sportsperson Representative
The Grand Mesa Habitat Partnership Program Committee (HPP) is seeking an individual interested in serving as a Sportsperson Representative.
Meetings are usually scheduled on Thursday afternoons of every other month at various locations within the committee boundary area. To be considered, interested parties must submit their name, contact information, and a statement of interest to Kale Watson, at [email protected].
Applicants must be able to attend the committee meeting on Thursday, April 17, 2025, at 1:00 p.m. at the Colorado River Fire Protection District, Station 41 (1850 Railroad Ave, Rifle CO 81650) for an interview with the Committee.
The deadline for nominations to be received is April 14, 2025.
Committee Guidelines
- District Wildlife Manager involvement - Required.
- Agricultural Status - Not required, but preferred .
- Hunting Access - Not required, but preferred.
- Meeting Attendance - Not required; however, if the applicant will not be present, it is suggested that the DWM or a representative attend to present.
Meet the Committee
Travis Bybee
- Colorado Parks and Wildlife
Eric Bruton
- Livestock Grower
Erin Kowalski
- Bureau of Land Management
Forrest Towns
- Livestock Grower
Harley Metz
- Sportsperson
Joe Fazzi
- Livestock Grower
Heid Plank
- US Forest Service
Upcoming Meetings
Past Meetings

May
3
Grand Mesa HPP Meeting: May 3, 2021
Monday, May 3

Feb
22
Grand Mesa HPP Meeting: February 22, 2021
Monday, Feb 22

Feb
11
Grand Mesa HPP Meeting: February 11, 2021
Thursday, Feb 11

Dec
2
Grand Mesa HPP Meeting: December 2, 2020
Wednesday, Dec 2

Nov
17
Grand Mesa HPP Meeting: November 17, 2020
Tuesday, Nov 17

Aug
26
Grand Mesa HPP Meeting: August 26, 2020
Wednesday, Aug 26

Jul
15
Grand Mesa HPP Meeting: July 15, 2020
Wednesday, Jul 15

Apr
29
Grand Mesa HPP Meeting: April 29, 2020
Wednesday, Apr 29