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Sangre de Cristo Habitat Partnership Program
CPW Committee
Mission & Purpose:
The Sangre de Cristo committee area has seen many changes to wildlife habitat as a result of population growth, expansion of recreation, and subsequent habitat fragmentation. The committee will continue to monitor and adapt to these changes, and projects will be implemented wherever the committee believes that they will effectively reduce or eliminate big game conflicts and assist CPW in achieving game management objectives.
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.
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.
Contact:
Kimberly Berscheid
719-227-5221
[email protected]
Sangre de Cristo Habitat Partnership Program
Mission & Purpose:
The Sangre de Cristo committee area has seen many changes to wildlife habitat as a result of population growth, expansion of recreation, and subsequent habitat fragmentation. The committee will continue to monitor and adapt to these changes, and projects will be implemented wherever the committee believes that they will effectively reduce or eliminate big game conflicts and assist CPW in achieving game management objectives.
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.
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.
Contact:
Kimberly Berscheid
719-227-5221
[email protected]
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 - Not required, but preferred.
- 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.
Meet the Committee
Cody Purcell
- Colorado Parks and Wildlife
Christy Wyckoff
- Livestock Grower
Glenda Torres
- Bureau of Land Management
Paul Coe
- Sportsperson
Jeff Outhier
- US Forest Service
Kenn Lutz
- Livestock Grower
Warren McDonald
- Livestock Grower
Featured Project
The Lookout Mountain project is part of an ongoing effort by the Bureau of Land Management to improve habitat conditions for wildlife and livestock, and reduce the risk of wildfires and forest disease on a landscape scale. Several phases have been implemented since 2005 in collaboration with several partners, including several BLM programs (including fuels, fire, range, forestry, and wildlife), Colorado Parks and Wildlife, Colorado State Land Board, Habitat Partnership Program (HPP), Rocky Mountain Elk Foundation, and the National Wild Turkey Federation. More than 1,000 acres have been treated with mastication or other mechanical equipment, 620 acres have been hand thinned and piled, and approximately 450 acres have been treated by prescribed fire (pile burning). There is a lot of private property near the treatment area, and the local DWM was receiving complaints about big game damage to irrigated hay meadows.
This project was completed in March of 2020. Mechanical mastication of trees was completed on a total of 140 acres in order to create openings in dense pinion/juniper forest. The BLM also provided a guzzler to provide additional water to wildlife and make the habitat even more attractive for big game.
The habitat has improved greatly and there has been a large increase in deer and turkey using the treatment area. The improved wildlife distribution has increased hunting opportunities on public lands, and the local DWM has not received any game damage complaints from neighboring agricultural fields. Grazing permittees on the BLM property have also seen the benefits of better forage quality and quantity, and their livestock are now able to graze in areas that they previously couldn’t access.
Upcoming Meetings
Sep
4
Sangre de Cristo Habitat Partnership Program Committee Meeting Notice - September 4, 2025
Thursday, Sep 4
2600 West Mesa Avenue
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
7 results
May
29
Sangre de Cristo Habitat Partnership Program Meeting Notice: May 29, 2025
Thursday, May 29
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
24
Sangre de Cristo HPP Committee Meeting: March 24, 2025
Monday, 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.
Mar
18
Sangre de Cristo HPP Committee Meeting: March 18, 2025
Tuesday, Mar 18
Pueblo Hunter Education 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.
Dec
4
Sangre de Cristo HPP Committee Meeting: December 4, 2024
Wednesday, Dec 4
Pueblo Hunter Education 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.
Aug
14
Sangre de Cristo HPP Committee Meeting: August 14, 2024
Wednesday, Aug 14
Lathrop State Park
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
14
Sangre de Cristo HPP Committee Meeting: June 14, 2024
Friday, Jun 14
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
21
Sangre de Cristo HPP Committee Meeting: February 21, 2024
Wednesday, Feb 21
Lathrop State Park
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.