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​South Park​ Habitat Partnership Program

CPW Committee

Mission & Purpose:

The vision of the SPHPP committee is to establish short-term management strategies to resolve immediate fence and forage conflicts caused by big game; and to identify adaptive, long-term management strategies that improve habitat, support healthy and sustainable rangelands, and assist CPW in achieving game management objectives.

The South Park HPP 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. 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 to achieve game management objectives.

Contact:

Sami Colvin

719-428-8482

[email protected]

 

​South Park​ Habitat Partnership Program

Mission & Purpose:

The vision of the SPHPP committee is to establish short-term management strategies to resolve immediate fence and forage conflicts caused by big game; and to identify adaptive, long-term management strategies that improve habitat, support healthy and sustainable rangelands, and assist CPW in achieving game management objectives.

The South Park HPP 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. 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 to achieve game management objectives.

Contact:

Sami Colvin

719-428-8482

[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 - Required.
    • Hunting Access - Required.
    • Meeting Attendance - Not required; however, if the applicant will not be present, it is suggested that the DWM or a representative attend to present.
    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.

    Meet the Committee

    Brance Anderson

    • Colorado Parks and Wildlife

    Dave Gottenborg

    • Livestock Grower

    David McNitt

    • Bureau of Land Management

    Webb Smith

    • Livestock Grower

    Allen Kerby

    • Sportsperson

    John Woodward

    • Livestock Grower

    VACANT

    • US Forest Service

    Featured Project

    The landowners were having problems with this two mile section of fence. It was old and worn down and wildlife were damaging it when they tried to cross. Parts of the fence were electrified, which made it very difficult for pronghorn to cross and animals were getting injured and tangled in old wires. Trespass cattle would move onto the property when the fence was down, and grazing management suffered. The landowners wanted a fence that was safer for wildlife, lower maintenance, and would help to improve pasture management and improve the available forage. 

    The goal was to replace the old fence with new, wildlife friendly fence. Replacing it with wildlife friendly fence as described in the Fencing with Wildlife in Mind brochure (including high visibility white vinyl wire on the top strand) allows big game to cross the fence without causing damage to the fence or injury to the animal. This allows wildlife to access water and forage without getting injured or damaging the fence, improves grazing management, and reduces time spent repairing fences. 

    Two miles of old fence surrounding a 160 acre pasture were removed and replaced with wildlife friendly fence. The new four stand fence is 42 inches high with the bottom strand 18 inches from the ground. The top strand is high visibility white vinyl wire. None of the new fence is electrified. 

    The landowner has had far less damage to the fence and antelope are able to cross it more easily. Grazing management has improved. 

    Collage showing ranch operations, including cattle being herded, a fenced enclosure, and range infrastructure in an open landscape

    Upcoming Meetings

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    South Park Habitat Partnership Program Meeting - August 5, 2026

    Aug 5, 2026 · 10:00am - Aug 5, 2026 · 1:00pm

    TBD

    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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    Mar

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    South Park HPP Committee Meeting: March 20, 2024

    Mar 20, 2024 · 11:00am - Mar 20, 2024 · 1:35pm

    Park County Government 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.
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