outdoors

A new trail system in San Juan County will expand access to public lands according the the Bureau of Land Managment.

The weather can be unpredictable. If you find yourself out on the trails when a storm hits, driving can become a lot more difficult. To avoid getting into an accident or ending up stranded in a mud puddle, it's important to be prepared. Here are some helpful tips on how to stay safe while off-roading in the rain.

Statewide fishing report and conditions in Colorado for September 20, 2020, from Colorado Parks and Wildlife.

Have you seen pine trees with yellow or brown needles recently? They are likely undergoing a normal process for this time of year.

Firefighters are breathing smoke, which puts them at greater, potentially deadly, risk from COVID-19 coronavirus.

How long have you been dropping spare dollars into the travel jar? Saving up for a great vacation is always a good idea, but sometimes you need a break sooner rather than later. The good news is that there are countless incredible trips and experiences you can have that won't drain your bank account. Of course, like many vacation plans, some of these ideas might have to wait until it's safe to travel again. However, there's never a wrong time to start planning your next trip. The next time you're ready to pack your bags, check out these three vacation ideas that won't break the budget.

Fishing conditions across Colorado for the week ending August 28, 2020, as reported by Colorado Parks and Wildlife.

In just over three weeks, four fires in Colorado have burned about 190,000 acres, with no end in sight.

Buildings aren't the only things at risk in wildfires. Recent disasters in California have left local water system contaminated with toxic chemicals afterward, slowing return and recovery.

The combination of high temperatures and elevated levels of particles from a fire can affect even healthy lungs.