Remember ethics in the field
Sports would not exist without rules. It seems simple, but consider playing tennis with no out-of-bounds line, or hockey with steel sticks.
Stock up on hunting items locally
Bruce Lee has noticed more than a few changes after more than 20 years spent selling sporting goods in Steamboat Springs.
More than moose
Walden overlooked as big game destination
When people think of Walden, they think moose. The small community and county seat of sparsely populated Jackson County is known as the "Moose Viewing Capital of Colorado," because of the high elevation (8,000 feet) and valley floor conditions that cater to the largest moose population in Colorado. What people often overlook is that the five game management units of Jackson County, referred to regionally as North Park, are also home to sizable numbers of elk and deer.
Survival tips for the high country
Every year, more than a few hunters must be rescued from the wilds of Colorado. Hunters get trapped by snowstorms, injured in various types of accidents or lost in the woods.
Opportunities abound for youth hunters
In Northwest Colorado, youth hunting is a way of life.
Sportsman's paradise
Kremmling a hot spot for deer hunters
When it comes to the six prime game management units of the Middle Park region around Kremmling, Dean Billington says taking the road less traveled is key.
Big game in Rio Blanco
Rio Blanco county has much to offer the big game hunter.
Tired of elk? Variety of game in area
While most hunters come to Northwest Colorado for elk and deer hunting, there are plenty of other big and small animals out there to pursue.
Bringing the outdoors in
Local couple uses native stones, wood and remains for crafts, furniture
Glenn and Audrey Pritchard said they can see forever from the top of the hill on their 40-acre spread just outside of Craig.
Private services take you off the beaten path
From food and equipment to travel and lodging, planning an annual hunting excursion can be an expensive undertaking.
Success rates depend on more than draw
Thousands of hunters will come to Northwest Colorado in search of big game this fall.
Changes for 2006
The Colorado Division of Wildlife unveiled some big changes for the 2006 hunting season.
Hunters should recognize health risks
Hunters are susceptible to health problems when they're in the backcountry.
Illegal activities? Pay a hefty price
Illegal hunting-related activities include interfering with hunting. This year, Colorado Division of Wildlife officials are looking out for people who "herd" animals by trying to move them onto private property or keep them on private property.
Pronghorns give hunters a challenge
Serious pronghorn hunters are willing to wait years for the opportunity to hunt trophy bucks in the best pronghorn units in Colorado. All Colorado pronghorn hunting tags are issued by draw.
