Northwest Colorado Habitat Partnership Program

CPW Committee

Mission & Purpose:

The Northwest Colorado Habitat Partnership Program Committee (NWCOHPP) vision is 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 strategies that resolve conflicts while maintaining healthy sustainable rangelands. In addition to resolving wildlife conflicts, HPP is also statutorily directed to "assist the division in meeting game management objectives..."

The NWCOHPP feels strongly in the idea of working as a partnership with other entities and landowners. The committee would also like to encourage people to leverage the monies available in order to implement as many projects as possible. For that reason, the committee will generally partner on all approved projects on a 50/50 basis including in-kind, non-monetary, contributions. We also require each participating landowner or agency to submit a completed application prior to considering proposed projects.

Contact:

Braxtin Purcell

970-200-6391

[email protected]

Northwest Colorado Habitat Partnership Program

Mission & Purpose:

Contact:

Braxtin Purcell

970-200-6391

[email protected]

Participate in the Program

Getting Started

Contact Your Local DWM

Before submitting an application, the Committee members require District Wildlife Manager (DWM) involvement in project proposals. Contact your local DWM to determine whether project concepts align with CPW and HPP missions. If you are unsure who your DWM is, the Administrative Assistant III for your local HPP committee will assist you.

Committee Guidelines

District Wildlife Manager Involvement - Required.
Agricultural Status - A minimum of 160 acres is required.
Hunting Access - Not required.
Meeting Attendance - Required.
Water Projects - Must include a copy of water permits in application.

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 Application

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.

Meet the Committee

Seth Schwolert

Colorado Parks and Wildlife

Sean Durham

Livestock Grower

Jill Carlson

Bureau of Land Management

Ian Duzik

Livestock Grower

Toni Toelle

Sportsperson

Chad Green

Livestock Grower

Curtis Keetch

US Forest Service

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