Although Colorado’s big lakes and reservoirs get most of the angling attention and accolades, small suburban lakes and ponds often boast great fishing and provide
Fishing
Angler Catches State-Record Bass Below John Martin Reservoir
Harvey Shade has fished John Martin Reservoir for years. In that time, Shade has caught plenty of fish, but none measured up to the one
Colorado’s Top Springtime Fishing Destinations
If you’re a fisherman, there’s no better time to fish Colorado’s lakes and reservoirs than early spring. Not only is it a great time of year to shake off your cabin fever, but many trophy sized rainbow, cutthroat, cutbow and brown trout are caught in those first days and weeks after ice-out. If those weren’t enough reasons […]
Eliminating Angling Stereotypes: Colorado is More Than Just a ‘Trout’ State
Stereotype: “a widely held but fixed and oversimplified image or idea of a particular type of person or thing.” Do you think Colorado is stereotyped?
Hunting
Colorado Outdoors Preference Point Issue (Online Edition)
Click below to read this article in its entirety: 2017-Preference-Points
5 Big Reasons to Hunt Big Game in Colorado
Did you know that Colorado offers some of the best big-game hunting in North America? Whether you’re an experienced hunter seeking a new adventure or a complete beginner who is looking to participate in your very first elk hunt, here are five reasons why you should hunt big game in Colorado this fall: 1. […]
Colorado Big-Game License Drawing: What You Need To Know
The April 4th deadline to apply for a big-game license is fast approaching. And if you’re planning on hunting big game in Colorado this fall, now’s the time to submit your application. Although Colorado offers a variety of over-the-counter (OTC) hunting licenses, many big-game tags, called “limited licenses,” are only available through the annual drawing. […]
Video: Plan Your Colorado Big-Game Hunt Using ‘Draw Recap Reports’
If you’re a big-game hunter, now’s the time to prepare for Colorado’s limited-license drawing. The application deadline for this year’s drawing is April 4. Did
Outdoor Adventure
Eliminating Angling Stereotypes: Colorado is More Than Just a ‘Trout’ State
Stereotype: “a widely held but fixed and oversimplified image or idea of a particular type of person or thing.” Do you think Colorado is stereotyped?
Video of 2016 Colorado Outdoors Photo Issue
Images from the Colorado Outdoors annual photography issue. All images are copyrighted. Colorado Outdoors is published six times a year by Colorado Parks and Wildlife.
4 Reasons to be Thankful You Live in Colorado
By Mike DelliVeneri It’s November in Colorado, which means our famous peaks will start to turn white, the bighorn sheep will clash and both people
Go Now: 4 Colorado State Parks near Denver Already Showcasing Fall
Are you ready for fall? Colorado state parks are already showcasing the best of changing nature, with cooler temperatures for hikes, leaves bursting into red,
