​Republican Rivers​​ 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:

Kimberly Berscheid

719-227-5221
[email protected]

​Republican Rivers​​ 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:

Kimberly Berscheid

719-227-5221
[email protected]

A deer in a field.

A deer in a field.

COUNCILS AND COMMITTEES

About this Committee

Historically the RRHPP has had very few game damage projects and has had an emphasis on improving habit at and distribution of big game species in t he area. The addition of the South Platte corridor to the committee’s boundary in 2015 greatly increased HPP’s ability to help reduce long-term game damage claims along the Platte River. The committee will continue to focus on improving wildlife habit at while reaching out to landowners and wildlife managers along the Platte River to try and lesson the impacts of game damage caused by deer. A livestock grower representative from the South Platte River was also added to help reach landowners in that area and provide perspective to the challenges that they face. The NRCS representative position went away due to the retirement of that individual. 

Operating guidelines have been established to help inform funding decisions and prioritization of projects. Budget guidelines show likely allocations of funds based on past projects. Budget allocations may change as new opportunities arise. The committee has identified current and foreseeable issues for the area and has specified project types and management strategies that are aimed at adapting to these issues in order to continue reducing wildlife conflicts and helping CPW in achieving game management objectives.

Committee Guidelines

  • District Wildlife Manager Involvement - Not required, but preferred.
  • Agricultural Status - Not required.
  • 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.
A ranch employee on horseback herds cows along a road.

COUNCILS AND COMMITTEES

Attention Sportspersons

The Republican Rivers HPP (RRHPP) committee is seeking an individual interested in serving as a Sportsperson Representative. The requirements for the position are as follows:

  • 33-1-110 (8)(c) A committee shall consist of the following members: One sports person who purchases big game licenses on a regular basis in Colorado;...
  • HPP committees are responsible for finding local solutions to local problems.
  • Meetings are typically held quarterly at various locations within the RRHPP committee area.
  • If you would like to be considered, please submit your name, contact information, and a statement of interest to Kimberly Berscheid at [email protected].

For additional information about serving on the RRHPP committee, please contact:

Meet the Committee

Josh Melby

  • Colorado Parks and Wildlife

Wade Smith

  • Livestock Grower

Clayt Cooper

  • Livestock Grower

VACANT

  • Sportsperson

Chris Craig

  • Livestock Grower

Upcoming Meetings

Dec

18

​Republican Rivers​​ HPP Meeting: December 18, 2024

Wednesday, Dec 18

Bank of Colorado

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

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Aug

15

​Republican Rivers​​ HPP Meeting: ​​August 15​, 2023

Tuesday, Aug 15

Bank of Colorado

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

6

​Republican Rivers​​ HPP Meeting: March 6​, 2023

Monday, Mar 6

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.​

Feb

2

​Republican Rivers​​ HPP Meeting: February 2, 2023

Thursday, Feb 2

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.​

Sep

8

​Republican Rivers​​ HPP Meeting: September 8​, 2022

Thursday, Sep 8

Grass Roots Community 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.​

Feb

24

​Republican Rivers​​ HPP Meeting: February 24​, 2022

Thursday, Feb 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.​

Feb

10

​Republican Rivers​​ HPP Meeting: February 10​, 2022

Thursday, Feb 10

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

​Republican Rivers​​ HPP Meeting: June 10, 2020

Wednesday, Jun 10

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

11

​Republican Rivers​​ HPP Meeting: March 11, 2020

Wednesday, Mar 11

Bank of Colorado

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.​

Jan

15

​Republican Rivers​​ HPP Meeting: January 15, 2020

Wednesday, Jan 15

Bank of Colorado

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.​