Mapping developed by TU’s science team shows that half of the country’s potential critical mineral mines lie in prime trout and salmon habitat
Could “critical minerals” development affect your home water?
Campfire Ranch
Located alongside the famed Taylor River in Gunnison County, CO is the home of the newly added campground, Campfire Ranch on the Taylor. Our location is outstanding, positioned on County Road 742, down the road from the freshly paved Cottonwood Pass, which is just 18 minutes to Crested Butte and 18 minutes to Gunnison. Get
New Report Explores Conservation and Critical Minerals
Coalition seeks to balance fish and wildlife conservation with mining and supply chain security Washington D.C. (August 24, 2020) – A diverse coalition, including Trout Unlimited, National Wildlife Federation and Backcountry Hunters & Anglers, has launched its Critical Minerals Report: A Conservation Perspective exploring the confluence of fish and wildlife conservation, hunting and fishing traditions, clean energy
Praying for rain on the Western Slope of Colorado
The thin, cool air and the end of high mountain wildflower season were calling my name.
‘Hunters and Anglers for CORE’ call for more access and habitat protections
Measuring 20 miles long with nearly 100 miles of shoreline, it’s difficult to ignore Blue Mesa Reservoir. Sitting on the western flank of Gunnison County, Colorado’s largest body of water is a pivotal cog of the Colorado River Storage Project and the centerpiece of the surrounding Curecanti National Recreation Area, a sport fishing and outdoor
Former opponents now partners working to restore the upper Colorado River
Born in Colorado, the mighty Colorado River serves over 40 million people and irrigates nearly 5 million acres of farmland before it enters Mexico. It is the hardest-working river in the West. The river also provides some of the finest trout fishing in the country and attracts millions of dollars in associated outdoor-related revenue to local communities.
Living off the land
In the summer, I think I could live off the land — with a bit more education. Wild raspberries and strawberries, wildflowers, wild trout, some wild onions, mushrooms and cattails would make a smorgasbord. The trout tend to come easily in the high-mountain streams I frequent, but too bad I’m a vegetarian as they would be the only filling menu item. I guess I have more learning to do.