​Uncompahgre 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:

Kale Watson

970-200-6315
[email protected]

​Uncompahgre 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:

Kale Watson

970-200-6315
[email protected]

COUNCILS AND COMMITTEES

About this Committee

The Uncompahgre Habitat Partnership Program Committee was formed in 1996 to help resolve big game conflicts with fences and forage on private and public lands around the Uncompahgre Plateau. The area has experienced a steady increase in conflicts due to changing numbers and distribution of deer and elk, the impacts of human population growth and changing agricultural practices, degraded winter habitat, and declining habitat diversity across the committee area.

Impact areas have been identified in partnership with affected landowners and the local District Wildlife Managers. The committee has developed strategies for conflict resolution in these areas, including habitat improvement projects, special hunts, fencing assistance, land protection approaches, population control, and purchase of forage. Target budget allocations reflect the desired ratio of project types.

Committee Guidelines

  • District Wildlife Manager involvement is required
  • Agricultural Status Required
  • Hunting Access Required
  • Applicant Required to Attend Meeting - Preferred that the landowner attend the meeting to answer questions regarding the project. If the landowner is not able to attend, they can designate someone to present on their behalf. The committee reserves the right to table or deny projects if there are unanswered questions by the end of the meeting

2024 Meeting Dates

Event

Committee Meeting, November 6, 2024

Meet the Committee

Committee Member

  • Kelly Crane
  • Colorado Parks and Wildlife

Committee Member

  • Dave Alexander
  • Livestock Grower

Committee Member

  • Bob Black
  • Livestock Grower

Committee Member

  • Todd Stewart
  • Livestock Grower

Committee Member

  • Bobby Gray
  • Sportsperson

Committee Member

  • Thane Stranathan
  • Bureau of Land Management

Committee Member

  • Loren Paulson
  • US Forest Service

Upcoming Meetings

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Past Meetings

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Aug

28

​Uncompahgre​ HPP Meeting: August 28, 2024

Wednesday, Aug 28

CPW 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

5

Uncompahgre HPP Committee Meeting: June 5, 2024

Wednesday, Jun 5

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.​

May

8

Uncompahgre HPP Committee Meeting: May 8, 2024

Wednesday, May 8

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

7

​Uncompahgre​ HPP Meeting: February 7, 2024

Wednesday, Feb 7

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.​

Nov

8

​Uncompahgre​ HPP Meeting: ​​November 8, 2023

Wednesday, Nov 8

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

30

​Uncompahgre​ HPP Meeting: August 30, 2023

Wednesday, Aug 30

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

1

​Uncompahgre​ HPP Meeting: June 1, 2023

Thursday, Jun 1

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.​

May

3

​Uncompahgre​ HPP Meeting: May 3, 2023

Wednesday, May 3

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

22

​Uncompahgre​ HPP Meeting: March 22, 2023

Wednesday, Mar 22

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.​