OSMP to begin habitat improvement work on South Boulder Creek
Jul 29th
The City of Boulder Open Space and Mountain Parks Department (OSMP) will begin construction on the South Boulder Creek Aquatic Habitat Improvement project during the week of Aug. 1.
The project is a cooperative effort involving Colorado Division of Wildlife, Denver Water and OSMP. Funding is provided by a Division of Wildlife ‘Fishing is Fun’ grant, Denver Water’s Gross Reservoir mitigation fund and OSMP restoration funds
The project will improve in-stream habitat for fish and other aquatic species and restore riparian habitat from South Boulder Road south for 1.9 miles upstream. Work will include placing rock and log structures in the channel, removing spoil piles from past gravel mining, creating wetlands and planting riparian vegetation. Construction work is to be completed by Oct. 1 after which Wildland Restoration Volunteers will assist with planting and seeding of the project area.
The South Boulder Creek Trail will remain open while work is being done on this project. Occasional construction traffic may be encountered on the trail. Trail users are asked to use caution around construction equipment.
The project is a cooperative effort involving Colorado Division of Wildlife, Denver Water and OSMP. Funding is provided by a Division of Wildlife ‘Fishing is Fun’ grant, Denver Water’s Gross Reservoir mitigation fund and OSMP restoration funds
The project will improve in-stream habitat for fish and other aquatic species and restore riparian habitat from South Boulder Road south for 1.9 miles upstream. Work will include placing rock and log structures in the channel, removing spoil piles from past gravel mining, creating wetlands and planting riparian vegetation. Construction work is to be completed by Oct. 1 after which Wildland Restoration Volunteers will assist with planting and seeding of the project area.
The South Boulder Creek Trail will remain open while work is being done on this project. Occasional construction traffic may be encountered on the trail. Trail users are asked to use caution around construction equipment.
Open house scheduled for Aug. 2 to discuss Rock Creek Grasslands plan
Jul 28th
Boulder County, Colo. – The Boulder County Parks and Open Space Department will host a public meeting on Tuesday, August 2, to present the proposed management plan for Rock Creek Grasslands Open Space.
What: Rock Creek Grasslands Management Plan Public Meeting
When: Tuesday, August 2, 6:30-8 p.m.
Where: Meeting Room, Lafayette Public Library 775 W. Baseline Road, Lafayette, CO
Staff will present the proposed management for the Rock Creek Grasslands Open Space and take questions and comments from the public. This is the first step towards final approval of the draft management plan.
The management plan is a guiding document to help protect, preserve and share information about the site’s native ecosystems while providing sustainable recreational opportunities.
The new plan will address:
· Access issues
· Trail development
· Natural Resource Management
· Education and Outreach Opportunities
Visit the Rock Creek Grasslands Management Plan web page at www.BoulderCountyOpenSpace.org for project information and to submit a comment, or contact project planner Jesse Rounds at 303-678-6271 or rockcreekgrasslands@bouldercounty.org.
August 5 is Deadline to Register for August 9 Boulder County Farm Tour
Jul 28th
Boulder County, Colo. – The Boulder County Parks and Open Space Department and Colorado State University Extension are hosting this summer’s second tour to farms in Boulder County to inform the public and advisory committees about the issues relevant to the county’s Cropland Policy. Registration is required by Friday, August 5, to allow staff to arrange for adequate transportation.
What: Boulder County Cropland Policy Farm Tour
When: Tuesday, August 9, 5:15 p.m.
Registration Deadline: August 5, $5 per person, at http://agtours.eventbrite.com/
Where: Boulder County Fairgrounds, 9595 Nelson Road, Longmont
The tour will depart from the Boulder County Fairgrounds north parking lot at 9595 Nelson Road in Longmont. Participants must arrive by 5:15 p.m. to check in. Buses will leave promptly at 5:30.
The Cropland Policy will outline the guiding principles that county staff will use to make management decisions on open space properties managed as cropland. Defining these principles will streamline decision-making processes during planning and clarify the goals of the cropland program for tenants and residents.
Tour participants will learn about agricultural production systems and the issues, challenges and opportunities particular to Boulder County open space lands. The tours highlight different farms, representing field and forage crops, vegetable crops and livestock.
Guests will travel in air-conditioned buses equipped with restrooms and an audio system. Drinks and snacks will be provided. Participants should bring a water bottle, wear sturdy shoes and dress appropriately for the weather. The tours are not recommended for children under 12. Participating farmers will be available to answer questions.
For more information, please contact Agricultural Resource Specialist Meaghan Huffman at 303-678-6181 or agriculture@bouldercounty.org.
