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Clothing still required at former nudie lake, however
May 15th
Wetland closure still in effect
The temporary on-trail leash restrictions put in place for wildlife protection and nesting birds surrounding the wetland west of Coot Lake are lifted, as of Wednesday, May 16, 2012. While the wetland area itself remains closed to all activity, the trail is now under the standard Voice and Sight Control regulation. Violation of city of Boulder wildlife closure area may result in a summons by enforcement personnel.
At their March meeting, members of the Parks and Recreation Advisory Board recommended that staff review the status of the nesting season on May 15, and if no nesting activity was confirmed at Coot Lake, then the leash restrictions would be reviewed and potentially lifted.
As the season is still early for some species nesting such as American bitterns, monitoring reports have indicated that there have been few sightings of Northern harrier that also use wetlands as nesting areas. Staff and nearly 22 raptor monitor volunteers will continue to monitor this and other areas for potential nesting sites as the season progresses.
The Parks and Recreation Department wishes to thank the general public for compliance of wildlife related restrictions to help promote healthy and functioning habitat areas. Wetland habitat around the Boulder area supports a wide diversity of wildlife species as well as exceptional wildlife viewing opportunities throughout the year.
For more information, please contact Matt Claussen, urban resources manager, 303-413-7258.
Boulder County: Artist in residence sought for historic, scenic digs
Dec 8th
Boulder County, Colo. – The Boulder County Parks and Open Space Department is accepting applications for the 2012 Artist-in-Residency Program at Caribou Ranch Open Space.
The program provides an opportunity for artists to pursue their work in the inspiring landscape and history of Caribou Ranch. By sharing their art with Boulder County, artists can add to residents’ enjoyment of their open space lands and create a legacy of art preserved for future generations. Musicians, painters, illustrators, photographers, visual/film artists, sculptors, performers, poets, writers, composers and crafts/artisans are all welcome to apply.
Each year, from July through September, selected artists will stay in the historic DeLonde Barn at Caribou Ranch Open Space for up to seven days. The open space property offers a variety of landscapes to explore including streams, waterfalls, forests, and beautiful vistas. Moose, elk, black bears, beavers, bats and nearly 90 species of birds live within or pass through the area.
Also found on the property is the Blue Bird Mine complex where miners from the 1870s to the 1960s extracted silver ore. In the early 1900s, the site was a whistle stop for the Denver, Boulder & Western Railroad.
The application deadline is Feb. 15. For more information, program guidelines and an online application, visit the department’s webpage atwww.BoulderCountyOpenSpace.org or contact Pascale Fried at 303-678-6201.
Wild Bird Center of Boulder
Nov 15th
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The Wild Bird Center in Boulder is your ultimate backyard bird feeding shop! They specialize in attracting wild birds and nature to your backyard while fostering a healthy and attractive habitat that enhances any home. Birdseed and exclusive seed blends are field-tested and proven to attract the widest variety of birds. Also they offer a selection of feeders, birdbaths, nest boxes, books, media, binoculars, gifts and other bird feeding products second to none.
1641 28th St.
Boulder, CO 80301
303-442-1322
Mon-Fri: 10 to 6
Sat: 9 to 6
Sun: 11 to 5
Email: WBCBoulderCO@aol.com
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