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Middle Park​ Habitat Partnership Program

CPW Committee

Mission & Purpose:

The Middle Park Habitat Partnership Committee (MPHPP) endeavors to work cooperatively with landowners and local, state, and federal agencies to establish strategies to resolve immediate fence, water and forage conflicts caused by big game; and to develop and implement long-term solutions to resolve conflicts while maintaining healthy sustainable rangelands. In addition to resolving wildlife conflicts, HPP is statutorily directed to "assist the division in meeting game management objectives..." The committee supports the idea of working as a partnership with other entities and landowners. We encourage interested parties to leverage monies from other available sources to implement as many projects as possible and to show broad reaching interest in managing conflicts.

Contact:

 Kayla Friedrich

970-200-6391

[email protected]

Middle Park​ Habitat Partnership Program

Mission & Purpose:

The Middle Park Habitat Partnership Committee (MPHPP) endeavors to work cooperatively with landowners and local, state, and federal agencies to establish strategies to resolve immediate fence, water and forage conflicts caused by big game; and to develop and implement long-term solutions to resolve conflicts while maintaining healthy sustainable rangelands. In addition to resolving wildlife conflicts, HPP is statutorily directed to "assist the division in meeting game management objectives..." The committee supports the idea of working as a partnership with other entities and landowners. We encourage interested parties to leverage monies from other available sources to implement as many projects as possible and to show broad reaching interest in managing conflicts.

Contact:

 Kayla Friedrich

970-200-6391

[email protected]

Participate in the Program

    Getting Started

    Contact Your Local DWM

    Before submitting an application, contact your local District Wildlife Manager (DWM) or the appropriate HPP administrative staff to discuss your proposed project. If you are unsure who your DWM is, the HPP admin for the committee in your project area can assist. Committee members value DWM involvement in project proposals.

    Committee Guidelines
    • District Wildlife Manager Involvement - Required.
    • Agricultural Status - Not required, but preferred.
    • Hunting Access - Required.
    • Meeting Attendance- Required.
    Submit a Project

    Submit a Project

    Fill out the HPP project application thoroughly. Most committees require supporting documentation such as maps, itemized material lists or contractor quotes, seed mixes, photos, or other materials that help clarify the scope and goals of the project.

    Your DWM and HPP Administrative Assistant can help you complete an HPP project application and schedule you to present your proposal.

    The following items should be included with your proposal:

    • Maps of the project area.
    • Photographs.
    • Material quotes.
    • Contractor bids.
    • Any required permits

    Committee Discretion

    Committees maintain flexibility in decision-making. They may choose not to fund a project, adjust the level of funding, or request modifications to improve project outcomes, efficiency, or long-term success.

    Participant Commitments

    Whenever possible, applicants should plan to attend the committee meeting where their project is located. This provides an opportunity to present the proposal and respond to any questions or concerns from committee members. Committee meeting dates and locations are listed on their respective committee pages.

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    Attention Livestock Growers

    The Middle Park HPP (MPHPP) committee is seeking an individual interested in serving as a Livestock Grower Representative.

    The Habitat Partnership Program (HPP), funded by revenue from the sale of big game licenses, works through local committees to develop partnerships among landowners, land managers, sportspersons, the public, and Colorado Parks and Wildlife (CPW) to help reduce agricultural conflicts caused by deer, elk, pronghorn, and moose; and has since been expanded to assist CPW in meeting big game management objectives, enhance big game migration corridors, and support conservation efforts on private lands. HPP committees are responsible for finding local solutions
    to local problems.

    Meetings are held 4-5 times annually at various locations within the MPHPP committee area. If you would like to be considered, please submit your name, contact information, and a letter of interest to Kayla Friedrich by September 1, 2025. Applicants should be able to attend the committee meeting on September 3, 2025 at 9:00 am at the BLM Kremmling Office, 2103 Park Ave, Kremmling, CO 80459.

    For additional information, please contact:

    Meet the Committee

    Jeff Behncke

    • Colorado Parks and Wildlife

    Chuck Alexander

    • Livestock Grower

    Anna Gubbins

    • Bureau of Land Management

    Jesse Hamlin

    • Livestock Grower

    Conway Farrell

    • Sportsperson

    Amy Birtwistle

    • US Forest Service

    Isabel Shewell

    • National Park Service

    Doug Bruchez

    • Livestock Grower

    Upcoming Meetings

    Sep

    3

    Middle Park HPP Meeting - September 3, 2025

    Wednesday, Sep 3

    Bureau of Land Management

    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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    Jun

    10

    Middle Park HPP Meeting Notice: June 10, 2025

    Tuesday, Jun 10

    Colorado Parks and Wildlife - Hot Sulphur 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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    Mar

    13

    Middle Park HPP Meeting Notice: March 13, 2025

    Thursday, Mar 13

    Rocky Mountain National Park Kawuneeche Visitor Center

    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

    29

    Middle Park HPP Meeting Notice: August 29, 2024

    Thursday, Aug 29

    USFS Granby 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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    Jun

    27

    Middle Park HPP Meeting: June 27, 2024

    Thursday, Jun 27

    Colorado Parks and Wildlife 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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