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Lower Colorado River Habitat Partnership Program

CPW Committee

Mission & Purpose:

The purpose of the Habitat Partnership Program (HPP) is to reduce wildlife conflicts, particularly those associated with forage and fences, to assist Colorado Parks and Wildlife (CPW) in meeting game management objectives, to assist with private land conservation efforts, and enhance migratory corridors. HPP efforts are primarily aimed at agricultural operators, and focus on problems and objectives for deer, elk, pronghorn and moose.​

Contact:

Kayla Friedrich 

970-200-6391

 [email protected]

Lower Colorado River Habitat Partnership Program

Mission & Purpose:

The purpose of the Habitat Partnership Program (HPP) is to reduce wildlife conflicts, particularly those associated with forage and fences, to assist Colorado Parks and Wildlife (CPW) in meeting game management objectives, to assist with private land conservation efforts, and enhance migratory corridors. HPP efforts are primarily aimed at agricultural operators, and focus on problems and objectives for deer, elk, pronghorn and moose.​

Contact:

Kayla Friedrich 

970-200-6391

 [email protected]

COUNCILS AND COMMITTEES

About this Committee

On January 15, 1993, the Lower Colorado River Habitat Partnership Program Committee (LCRHPP) was appointed by the CWC to resolve conflicts between the White River elk herd and livestock producers in game management units 25, 26 and 34. The LCRHPP Committee expanded in 2003 and now encompasses Game Management Units (GMU) 25, 26, 33, 34 35, 36, 43, 44, 45, 47, 444 and 471. Of the approximate 4,000 square miles in the program area, 23% is private owned lands, 17% is BLM, 58% is USFS and less than 1% is State of Colorado. Winter range for elk is split almost equally between public and private lands with 517 square miles located on private property and 532 on public property. 

While conflicts between big game and livestock still exist, the LCRHPP committee remains focused on them and believes those conflicts have been reduced. Given the human growth in this area, their efforts have turned to improving remaining habitat in their area, which will help achieve and maintain herd objectives and hunting opportunities.

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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
  • Conservation Easements - Up to $10,000.00

2025 Meeting Dates

Event

Committee Meeting, February 5, 2025

1:00 p.m.
Colorado Parks and Wildlife Glenwood Springs Office
88 Wildlife Way
Glenwood Springs, CO 81601

Meet the Committee

Darren Chacon

  • Colorado Parks and Wildlife

Loyd Gerard

  • Livestock Grower

Nick Jaramillo

  • Bureau of Land Management

Mike Goscha

  • Livestock Grower

Rick Bumgardner

  • Sportsperson

Pat Luark

  • Livestock Grower

Phil Nyland

  • US Forest Service

Upcoming Meetings

Feb

5

Lower Colorado River HPP Meeting: February 5, 2025

Wednesday, Feb 5

CPW Office - Glenwood Springs

The purpose of the Habitat Partnership Program (HPP) is to reduce wildlife conflicts, particularly those associated with forage and fences, to assist Colorado Parks and Wildlife (CPW) in meeting game management objectives, to assist with private land conservation efforts, and enhance migratory corridors. HPP efforts are primarily aimed at agricultural operators, and focus on problems and objectives for deer, elk, pronghorn and moose.​
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Past Meetings

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Aug

22

Lower Colorado River HPP Meeting Notice: August 22, 2024

Thursday, Aug 22

Eagle County Government Building

The purpose of the Habitat Partnership Program (HPP) is to reduce wildlife conflicts, particularly those associated with forage and fences, to assist Colorado Parks and Wildlife (CPW) in meeting game management objectives, to assist with private land conservation efforts, and enhance migratory corridors. HPP efforts are primarily aimed at agricultural operators, and focus on problems and objectives for deer, elk, pronghorn and moose.​
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Jul

10

Lower Colorado River HPP Meeting Notice: July 10, 2024

Wednesday, Jul 10

CPW - Glenwood Springs Office

The purpose of the Habitat Partnership Program (HPP) is to reduce wildlife conflicts, particularly those associated with forage and fences, to assist Colorado Parks and Wildlife (CPW) in meeting game management objectives, to assist with private land conservation efforts, and enhance migratory corridors. HPP efforts are primarily aimed at agricultural operators, and focus on problems and objectives for deer, elk, pronghorn and moose.​
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Apr

10

Lower Colorado River HPP Meeting Notice: April 10, 2024

Wednesday, Apr 10

Eagle County Government Building

The purpose of the Habitat Partnership Program (HPP) is to reduce wildlife conflicts, particularly those associated with forage and fences, to assist Colorado Parks and Wildlife (CPW) in meeting game management objectives, to assist with private land conservation efforts, and enhance migratory corridors. HPP efforts are primarily aimed at agricultural operators, and focus on problems and objectives for deer, elk, pronghorn and moose.​
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Feb

7

Lower Colorado River HPP Meeting: February 7, 2024

Wednesday, Feb 7

CPW Office

The purpose of the Habitat Partnership Program (HPP) is to reduce wildlife conflicts, particularly those associated with forage and fences, to assist Colorado Parks and Wildlife (CPW) in meeting game management objectives, to assist with private land conservation efforts, and enhance migratory corridors. HPP efforts are primarily aimed at agricultural operators, and focus on problems and objectives for deer, elk, pronghorn and moose.​
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Aug

23

Lower Colorado River HPP Meeting: August 23, 2023

Wednesday, Aug 23

Gypsum Public Library

The purpose of the Habitat Partnership Program (HPP) is to reduce wildlife conflicts, particularly those associated with forage and fences, to assist Colorado Parks and Wildlife (CPW) in meeting game management objectives, to assist with private land conservation efforts, and enhance migratory corridors. HPP efforts are primarily aimed at agricultural operators, and focus on problems and objectives for deer, elk, pronghorn and moose.​
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Jul

19

Lower Colorado River HPP Meeting: July 19​, 2023

Wednesday, Jul 19

CPW Office

The purpose of the Habitat Partnership Program (HPP) is to reduce wildlife conflicts, particularly those associated with forage and fences, to assist Colorado Parks and Wildlife (CPW) in meeting game management objectives, to assist with private land conservation efforts, and enhance migratory corridors. HPP efforts are primarily aimed at agricultural operators, and focus on problems and objectives for deer, elk, pronghorn and moose.​
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Mar

28

Lower Colorado River HPP Meeting: March 28, 2023

Tuesday, Mar 28

Eagle County Government

The purpose of the Habitat Partnership Program (HPP) is to reduce wildlife conflicts, particularly those associated with forage and fences, to assist Colorado Parks and Wildlife (CPW) in meeting game management objectives, to assist with private land conservation efforts, and enhance migratory corridors. HPP efforts are primarily aimed at agricultural operators, and focus on problems and objectives for deer, elk, pronghorn and moose.​
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Aug

17

Lower Colorado River HPP Meeting: August 17, 2022

Wednesday, Aug 17

CPW Office

The purpose of the Habitat Partnership Program (HPP) is to reduce wildlife conflicts, particularly those associated with forage and fences, to assist Colorado Parks and Wildlife (CPW) in meeting game management objectives, to assist with private land conservation efforts, and enhance migratory corridors. HPP efforts are primarily aimed at agricultural operators, and focus on problems and objectives for deer, elk, pronghorn and moose.​
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Jul

11

Lower Colorado River HPP Meeting: July 11, 2022

Monday, Jul 11

Luark Ranch

The purpose of the Habitat Partnership Program (HPP) is to reduce wildlife conflicts, particularly those associated with forage and fences, to assist Colorado Parks and Wildlife (CPW) in meeting game management objectives, to assist with private land conservation efforts, and enhance migratory corridors. HPP efforts are primarily aimed at agricultural operators, and focus on problems and objectives for deer, elk, pronghorn and moose.​
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