Local News
Three projects to mark Montelores Coalition’s first field season in Dolores, Montezuma counties
Group established in 2024 launches pilot restoration work
Outdoor Recreation
New Mexico
The conflict over permanent climbing anchors in wilderness
Climbers concerned about safety are pitted against wilderness advocates worried about overcrowding and unfettered bolting.
Regional News
Another record year for the outdoors as participation surges past booze
More than 183 million Americans went outside for recreation in 2025
Outdoors
At least 13 people died on Colorado ski slopes in 2025-26
All 13 fatalities were men, ages 25 to 74
Drought
Southwest Colorado recreation industry can adapt during low-water years, panelists say
Panel highlights strategies to sustain rivers and outdoor tourism during drought
American outdoor recreation economy tops $1.3 trillion, with Colorado again in top 10 states
Latest Bureau of Economic Analysis numbers show growing outdoor recreation sector as critical economic engine for rural America
Photos: A fine day to canoe
Trey Roberts goes over a water feature while canoeing the Animas River on a warm Friday afternoon in Durango. (Jerry McBride/Durango Herald) Marcos Vanata walks his canoe into the Animas…
Photos/video: Silverton Skijoring
Cassidy Berry, on Sweet William, pulls Hayden Burn down the Silverton Skijoring course while competing in the sport division on Saturday in Silverton. (Jerry McBride/Durango Herald)Jerry McBride Silverton Skijoring on…
Radio map could improve communication, safety for backcountry travelers
Frequencies assigned to different zones being used in San Juan Mountains
Montelores Coalition finishes public meetings on outdoor plan, seeks feedback
Public input accepted until Dec. 31
Chapman Hill Ski Area opens with holiday hours Saturday
Lessons start in January, private instruction will also be available
Durango couple completes latest adventure to document America’s public lands
Brett Davis seeks human-powered adventure in the natural world
Photos: Purgatory Resort opens for skiing
Randy Reames, with Purgatory Resort, scans Justin West’s lift ticket during opening day on Friday. (Jerry McBride/Durango Herald)cca Owen Haines, left, and Noah Hauk ride Lift 1 back down on…
Colorado’s volunteer search and rescue teams to get funding boost
Colorado Backcountry Search and Rescue Program fee will now be $1.25, up from 25 cents
Durango official weighs in after equestrian’s complaint about Boggy Draw cyclists
City official reminds recreators to be mindful of all users
Durango residents protest REI, urge shoppers to support local stores
Store manager says co-op isn’t a one-stop shop; supports collaboration
REI Durango is open for business
Major outdoor chain is now welcoming customers
‘A once-in-a-lifetime situation’: Casey Brennan helped save man who fell 80 feet near Ice Lakes
Fellow hiker literally gave shirt off his back to help fall victim
Under a big tent: Runners find joy in the San Juan Mountains
Athletes, Hardrock 100 community find shared meaning in rugged landscape
Cortez secures contract to repair skatepark
General Services director says conditions are hazardous