

Fake Bait
For the beginning or average angler, deciding what lure to try can get pretty overwhelming. Learn about the lures that will help you catch your next fish.

Time to Smoke Some Trout
Spring is a great time to catch trout in Colorado. Use these simple tips to smoke trout and add an exciting new flavor to your salads, pasta and more.
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Watch for wildlife, avoid collisions during daylight saving time
As the sunlight fades during high-volume commutes, Colorado Parks and Wildlife asks drivers to stay alert and share roads with wildlife.

Small Boats Are Big Fun For Anglers
A look at small fishing boats and accessories that can make your time on Colorado’s waters more productive and enjoyable.

Public Fishing Access and Habitat Protection Along the Yampa River
The SKCK Ranch, a recently acquired access easement, will provide more than two miles of public fishing access and protect valuable habitat for Colorado wildlife.

Outdoor Safety Tips for Labor Day Weekend
Colorado Parks and Wildlife reminds us to respect wildlife, wear life jackets when on or near the water and be mindful of campfires as we celebrate the end of summer.

Aerial Fish Stockings in Colorado
Colorado Parks and Wildlife will stock nearly 275,000 fish into 240 mountain lakes this 2021 summer. Tag along on this mid-August day as cutthroat trout are getting a lift up to Colorado’s alpine lakes!

From the Field to the Table: Fried Trout and ‘Bang Bang Sauce’
Looking for a new way to cook your catch? Add a new flare to your fillets with this tasty crispy fried trout and spicy dipping sauce recipe.

Colorado Outdoors Podcast: Episode 18 – Explaining Algae & E. Coli in our Lakes and Reservoirs
In this episode of Colorado Outdoors we explain how we test for and respond to algae blooms and the presence of E. coli in our water system.

Hunters and Anglers, We Need Your Feedback and Advice!
Colorado Parks and Wildlife’s Northeast Region to host virtual meeting to offer hunters and anglers updates on important wildlife issues.

Colorado Parks and Wildlife Officers are Proud Educators
You may think my role as wildlife officer is focused mainly on law enforcement, but a significant amount of my time is actually spent in the vital role of an educator.
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