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Colorado Outdoors - the Podcast for Colorado Parks and Wildlife

Colorado Parks & Wildlife
Colorado Parks and Wildlife
Colorado State Parks
Outdoor Recreation
Conservation
Arkansas Headwaters Recreation Area
Rescue Operations
Safety Measures
Recreational Paddling
CPW
Partnerships In Recreation
Whitewater Recreation
Women In Leadership
Wildlife Management
Emergency Response
Browns Canyon
Historical Research
Anthology Books
Rare Plants
Wildlife Conservation
Flow Management Program

CPW is a nationally recognized leader in conservation, outdoor recreation and wildlife management. The agency manages 43 state parks, all of Colorado's 960-plus wildlife species, more than 350 state wildlife areas and a host of recreational programs from hunting and fishing to the state’s trails program, boat registrations, snowmobiles, off-highway vehicles and more. All of its management is in pe... more

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Colorado Parks and Wildlife now has the authority to study and conserve the state’s native invertebrates and rare plants in a comprehensive manner, which has strengthened Colorado’s ability to protect biodiversity.

In 2024, Colorado passed House Bil... more

In 2024, Colorado passed House Bill 24-1117 which placed the management of invertebrates and rare plants under CPW’s wildlife umbrella.

In the next two episodes, we are going to dive more into CPW’s management of invertebrates and rare plants by tal... more

Colorado Parks and Wildlife owns and operates the largest inventory of dams in the state of Colorado. The water impounded is used for purposes such as downstream irrigation, fisheries management and aquatic operations, and a multitude of recreational... more

In April 2024, Colorado’s 2024-25 Long Appropriations Bill opened the door for a new Colorado Parks and Wildlife statewide K-9 program. The new statewide K-9 program will have a lead K-9 Supervisor and five K-9 handlers assigned to the new statewide ... more

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Recent Guests

Raquel Wertsbaugh
Natural Areas Program Manager at CPW
Colorado Parks and Wildlife
Episode: S2E15: 2.15 – Extreme Botany: Colorado's Rare Plants
Savanna Smith
Rare Plant Program Manager at CPW
Colorado Parks and Wildlife
Episode: S2E15: 2.15 – Extreme Botany: Colorado's Rare Plants
Hayley Schroeder
Invertebrate and Rare Plant Program Supervisor at CPW
Colorado Parks and Wildlife
Episode: S2E14: 2.14 – Pollinate Your Mind: Colorado's Native Bees
Adrian Carper
Pollinator Conservation Program Manager at CPW
Colorado Parks and Wildlife
Episode: S2E14: 2.14 – Pollinate Your Mind: Colorado's Native Bees
Eric Eisner
Dam Safety Engineer at Colorado Parks and Wildlife
Colorado Parks and Wildlife
Episode: S2E13: 2.13 – The Good Dam Podcast
Margaret Taylor
Capital Development Program Manager at Colorado Parks and Wildlife
Colorado Parks and Wildlife
Episode: S2E13: 2.13 – The Good Dam Podcast
Ian Petkesh
Former district wildlife manager, current head of CPW's canine unit
Colorado Parks and Wildlife
Episode: S2E12: 2.12 – CPW's Expanding K-9 Program
Jake Ivan
Wildlife Research Scientist with CPW for nearly 15 years, focusing on species of conservation concern, particularly Canada lynx and snowshoe hares.
Colorado Parks and Wildlife
Episode: S2E11: 2.11 - 10 years of lynx monitoring in southwest Colorado
Mary Taylor Young
Freelance nature writer and primary editor of the book
Episode: S2E10: 2.10 - At Home in Nature: A book on the History of Colorado's State Parks

Host

John Livingston
Host leading discussions on various wildlife management topics, often featuring expert guests.

Reviews

4.6 out of 5 stars from 48 ratings
  • Agenda based political propaganda

    The episodes sound like Polis’ personal voice for degrading the North American Model of Wildlife Conservation. It celebrates our greatest failures like they are greatest successes. Our poor wildlife.

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    LOF 3.0
    United Statesa year ago
  • Their back!

    I am excited to hear some new episodes!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    SGT Mac
    United States2 years ago
  • Informative, and needed

    Phew! Finally! It’s about time our wildlife agency reached out and connected with the millennials! Great podcast

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    connornash5
    United States5 years ago

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Some feedback indicates concerns about the podcast's alignment with certain political agendas, suggesting a need for balance.
Overall enthusiasm exists regarding new episodes and the engaging discussions, particularly about conservation efforts.
Listeners appreciate the informative nature of the content and the focus on vital wildlife issues.

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#248
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#188
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S2E15: 2.15 – Extreme Botany: Colorado's Rare Plants
Q: What kind of work is CPW doing to promote the health of these rare plants?
Raquel discusses a variety of management practices, including land purchases for habitat protection and collaborations with local agencies.
S2E15: 2.15 – Extreme Botany: Colorado's Rare Plants
Q: What is the rare plants program with CPW?
Savanna explains that it focuses on critically imperiled species, gathers information on their monitoring and distribution to design conservation programs.
S2E14: 2.14 – Pollinate Your Mind: Colorado's Native Bees
Q: Are bees dying, and do we talk about bumblebees or a different type of bee?
Yes, bumblebees, in particular, are experiencing significant declines, with some species facing extinction; however, the conversation often dominates around honeybees, which are not native.
S2E14: 2.14 – Pollinate Your Mind: Colorado's Native Bees
Q: What role do pollinators play in our ecosystem?
Pollinators move pollen from one plant to another, which is essential for the reproductive processes of flowering plants and overall ecological health.
S2E7: 2.7 – Arkansas Headwaters Recreation Area
Q: What are some of the more unique or super challenging kind of rescue situations you found yourself in over the last few years?
One time there was a vehicle that went off into the river, with the driver stuck in the vehicle needing more resources to rescue them.

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This podcast focuses on the diverse aspects of wildlife conservation and management in Colorado, featuring expert guests from Colorado Parks and Wildlife. Episodes cover a range of topics such as pollinator conservation, the role of dams in ecosystems, canine units for wildlife protection, and historical insights into state parks. Listeners can expect informative discussions that blend scientific knowledge with personal stories, all aimed at fostering greater appreciation and awareness of Colorado's natural heritage. The format emphasizes community involvement and the challenges faced in wildlife management against the backdrop of climate change and ecological responsibilities.

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Colorado Outdoors launched 5 years ago and published 46 episodes to date. You can find more information about this podcast including rankings, audience demographics and engagement in our podcast database.

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Recent guests on Colorado Outdoors include:

1. Raquel Wertsbaugh
2. Savanna Smith
3. Hayley Schroeder
4. Adrian Carper
5. Eric Eisner
6. Margaret Taylor
7. Ian Petkesh
8. Jake Ivan

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