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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

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Past Meetings

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May

10

Lower Colorado River HPP Meeting: May 10, 2022

Tuesday, May 10

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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Apr

6

Lower Colorado River HPP Meeting: April 6, 2022

Wednesday, Apr 6

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

1

Lower Colorado River HPP Meeting: February 1, 2022

Tuesday, Feb 1

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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Oct

12

Lower Colorado River HPP Meeting: October 12, 2021

Tuesday, Oct 12

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

12

Lower Colorado River HPP Meeting: August 12, 2021

Thursday, Aug 12

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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Apr

15

Lower Colorado River HPP Meeting: April 15, 2021

Thursday, Apr 15

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

24

Lower Colorado River HPP Meeting: March 24, 2021

Wednesday, Mar 24

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

3

Lower Colorado River HPP Meeting: March 3, 2021

Wednesday, Mar 3

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

17

Lower Colorado River HPP Meeting: February 17, 2021

Wednesday, Feb 17

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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