Stewards of the Land https://tj.durangoherald.com/section/columnists-stewards-of-the-land/feed/ Latest local news from The Durango Herald. Fri, 14 Aug 2026 21:16:17 -0600 en-us 30 https://tj.durangoherald.com/aberts-squirrels-are-friends-to-the-ponderosa-pines/ Abert’s squirrels can be spotted during the winter months.Courtesy Sometimes, winter in the forest can seem like there isn’t much going on – especially if, like me, you might be out there with a group of 60 excited schoolchildren. Wildlife... Fri, 25 Jan 2019 20:47:05 -0700 804BFC7A-3711-37FE-E053-0100007FDE1D https://tj.durangoherald.com/sjma-volunteers-work-hand-in-hand-to-improve-land/ Southwest Colorado is stunning. We are surrounded by some of America’s most spectacular public lands and watersheds: from the majestic peaks of the San Juan Mountains to the gold medal trout fisheries of the Animas River, and the archaeological treasures... Tue, 03 Apr 2018 23:46:51 -0600 68F4ED27-818A-62ED-E053-0100007FEA5F https://tj.durangoherald.com/nows-a-good-time-to-know-about-and-watch-out-for-ice/ As we have experienced in our area recently, ice is a reality in winter. Watching out for ice on the roads and sidewalks practically becomes second nature this time of year, not to mention falling icicles from rooftops! Let’s explore... Sun, 31 Jan 2016 23:12:41 -0700 FC977833-C137-4F3C-9165-0586EEFD86E3 https://tj.durangoherald.com/looking-for-something-new-try-mud-springs/ Mud Springs, close to Cortez, can be a great alternative to Sand Canyon.Courtesy of Kathe Hayes The Bureau of Land Management Special Recreation Management Areas offer a unique combination of terrain scenery and climate that allows for nearly year-round recreation... Thu, 30 Apr 2015 18:29:18 -0600 8C34BE54-D08F-4B15-83CC-B45F606E2327 https://tj.durangoherald.com/christmas-trees-have-uses-after-holidays-2/ Christmas trees don't have to go in the trash. They have many uses. For example, they can be tied to cinder blocks and sunk to the bottom of a lake to create a habitat for fish.Courtesy of Gabi Morey ‘Twas... Wed, 28 Jan 2015 21:13:04 -0700 B2091612-920E-43F9-99B3-C04F4D482253