San Isabel National Forest Fence Removal By Briant Wiles   “The fence just disappeared” was the overheard remark of one of the participants at the recent Salida fence pull event. 16 motivated volunteers meet up on a warm and sunny mid-September morning at a work site on San Isabel National Forest. A joint effort between BHA, Greater Arkansas Nature Association (GARNA), and Chaffee County Rec Adopters brought folks together from many walks of life with one goal in common: improve habitat. ...

Backcountry Hunters & Anglers (BHA) was recently happy to celebrate the courage and commitment of two hunters who played a crucial role in combating illegal motorized use on Colorado’s public lands. The reporting hunter’s actions not only led to a significant enforcement action but also underscored the vital role of public involvement in conservation efforts. On September 7th, 2024 two brothers were archery hunting when they encountered two motorcycles being ridden off-road on a grassy ...

Howe Ranch Fence Removal By Briant Wiles   With the elk bugling and the temps starting to come down in the mountains of central Colorado my mind drifts back to the heat of the summer and one of my most memorable fence pulls this year. It was a few months ago that the BHA stewardship team headed north of Hayden, CO but came back with a renewed sense of purpose knowing that there are so many good folks out there fighting the good fight.  Somewhere between old west lore and a new western ...

Colorado Backcountry Hunters & Anglers is glad to welcome Murphy Robinson as the newly appointed sportsmen’s representative to the Colorado Parks and Wildlife (CPW) Commission. Appointed by Governor Jared Polis on Friday, August 16, 2024, Robinson steps into this crucial role at a pivotal time for hunters, anglers, and outdoor enthusiasts across the state. Murphy Robinson brings a wealth of experience, passion, and dedication to his new role on the CPW Commission. A devoted sportsman, ...

Miramonte Fence Pull  Dan Noble State Wildlife Area  By Craig Grother   During the weekend of August 9 through 11, West Slope BHA members teamed up with Colorado Parks and Wildlife staff to remove 1.2 miles of old sheep wire fence and rebuild 2/3 mile of new wildlife friendly fence on the Dan Noble State Wildlife Area south of Norwood.  On Friday the 9th, 5 CPW employees and 5 members of BHA started work to prepare a 1.2 mile section of old fence for removal. Around mid-day BHA provided ...