Eagle County Community Wildlife Roundtable.

The purpose of the Eagle County Community Wildlife Roundtable is to gather a
group of diverse stakeholders in the valley to understand and address issues facing
wildlife populations. Together we will identify a shared vision and realistic actions
that the community can rally around to support wildlife. We want to leverage
diverse values, creativity, and resources to move to positive action.

Building a Model for Community, Collaboration, and Wildlife Conservation on Colorado’s Western Slope.
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Conservation at the intersection:

Examining residents' perceptions of and preferences for wildlife, outdoor recreation, and development

From the blog

Help protect local wildlife.

Wilderness Area
Eagle County Community Wildlife Roudtable

Wilderness and its Value

We in Colorado are lucky. Our state has 44 Congressionally designated Wilderness Areas covering over 3.7 million acres, including three in Eagle County – the west side of the Eagles Nest, the Holy Cross, and a small portion of the Flat Tops Wilderness Areas. In neighboring Summit County lies the...

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Black bear
Eagle County Community Wildlife Roudtable

Be an Eagle County NeighBEARhood Ambassador!

If you live in Eagle County, you’ve made your home in black-bear habitat. Black bears (Ursus americanus) have lived in Eagle County and our adjacent Wilderness Areas since long before the first pioneers arrived. Today, these beautiful and complex creatures share their habitat with an...

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Rough Legged Hawk
Eagle County Community Wildlife Roudtable

Where has all the Wildlife Gone?

This year I have become even more convinced that much of the wildlife in Eagle County and other areas of the state is declining. I have been unable to get hard data to prove it, but I have a lot of anecdotal reports from friends, fellow photographers, and regular citizens who have observed the same...

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dead bird
Eagle County Community Wildlife Roudtable

There's a Killer Sleeping in your House

Most of us love dogs and cats. I have one of each, and they are great companions and valued members of my family. But, unless we take a few simple precautions, house pets can have a significant negative impact on the natural environment.Both cats and dogs are invasive species in Colorado. They are...

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Eagle County Community Wildlife Roudtable

CSI: Wildlife

One popular television program was CSI. The forensics crime drama ran on CBS for 15 seasons. Crime Scene Investigation (CSI) was a whodunit scenario where law enforcement personnel would collect, preserve, document, and analyze evidence found at the scene of a crime. Forensic specialists would then...

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We have an Impact on Ecosystems, but Not in a Good Way

Ecosystems are biological communities which consist of many organisms interacting in a specific physical environment. Humans are often considered the non-native species with the greatest impact on our environment. We make an impact locally, but also globally. Many of those global impacts can be...

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This rare owl lives in boreal forests and is threatened due to forest fires and deforestation.

Raptors

Text and Photos by Rick Spitzer,
For the Eagle County Wildlife Roundtable
Humans have had a reverence for raptors since the beginning of time. Native Americans took note of the majestic appearance of raptors and admired their hunting skills. Many Native Americans used talons and feathers...
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Sand hill cranes migrate from northern Mexico to as far as northeastern Siberia each year. City lights at night may confuse some birds during migrations.

Decline of Birds In Our Environment

Text and Photos by Rick Spitzer,
For the Eagle County Wildlife Roundtable
Many people have noticed a decline in the number of birds in the environment in Eagle County. Others see a decline at their feeders. There are not as many ducks in the ponds as in past years, and the forest seems...
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Many people that hike trails may never be aware of a lot of the wildlife they past. They still have a responsibility to be conscientious of what they are doing and how it impacts wildlife.

Be The Change, Save A Life

Text by Jacci McKenna
All photos by Rick Spitzer, except as noted.
For the Eagle County Wildlife Roundtable
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Eagle County

Eagle County: State of Wildlife

Text by Kathryn Middleton
Photos by Rick Spitzer,
For the Eagle County Wildlife Roundtable
Eagle County’s state of wildlife and wildlife populations are directly correlated to the health of our environment. Over the years, expanded recreation and land development have impacted the...
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Many people that hike trails may never be aware of a lot of the wildlife they past. They still have a responsibility to be conscientious of what they are doing and how it impacts wildlife.

Living Our Values: Respect Wildlife

This article is from the Eagle County Community Wildlife Roundtable.
Text by Jacci McKenna
Photographs by Rick Spitzer (except as noted.)
Living Our Values: Respect Wildlife – What Does That Mean? Several weeks ago the Eagle Brush Creek Pavilion parking lot was filled with cars. The...
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Edwards Moonlight

Introducing the Eagle County Community Wildlife Roundtable

Text and photos by Rick Spitzer For the Eagle County Wildlife Roundtable.
The wildlife in Eagle County relies on three basic needs: food, water and shelter. But that is being too simplistic. The needs wildlife has for survival is exceptionally complex, often more than we understand. Many...
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Respect The Adventure

With abundant recreational opportunities, the natural beauty and activities associated with the Vail Valley attract thousands of visitors to the valley each year. The most effective way to prevent mishaps is to adequately prepare. Read more...

Respect The Wild

The Vail Valley’s diverse ecosystems support a wide array of wildlife. When you are out on the trails, you might be lucky enough to see elk, deer, moose, bighorn sheep, bald eagles, foxes, and maybe even a beaver or bear. Knowing how to respect our wildlife ensures both your safety and the well-being of the animals.  Read more...

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