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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.
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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:
Participate in the Program
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.
- District Wildlife Manager Involvement - Required.
- Agricultural Status - Not required, but preferred.
- Hunting Access - Required.
- Meeting Attendance- Required.
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
Project Application
Download ApplicationCommittee 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.
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.
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. The next meeting will be scheduled once applications are received.
For additional information, please contact:
- Jeff Behncke 970.725.6200 [email protected]
- Kayla Friedrich 970.200.6391 [email protected]
Meet the Committee
Jeff Behncke
- Colorado Parks and Wildlife
Vacant
- 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
Mar
18
Middle Park HPP Meeting: March 18, 2026
Wednesday, Mar 18
9 Ten Mile Dr W
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.
Past Meetings
5 results
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.
Jun
10
Middle Park HPP Meeting: 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.
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.
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.
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.