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Stories In<br />
This Issue:<br />
More Changes<br />
Around Us<br />
New Outreach Coordinator<br />
for <strong>the</strong><br />
Southwest Region<br />
<strong>Volunteer</strong>s Make a<br />
Difference With<br />
Endangered Species<br />
<strong>Colorado</strong> Hunting<br />
Advertised<br />
Shorebirds <strong>of</strong> <strong>the</strong><br />
Lower Arkansas<br />
Valley<br />
Lamar Area Skills<br />
Workshop<br />
Turkey Recipe<br />
Opportunities<br />
In This Issue:<br />
Nor<strong>the</strong>ast<br />
Opportunities<br />
Sou<strong>the</strong>ast<br />
Opportunities<br />
Northwest<br />
Opportunities<br />
Southwest<br />
Opportunities<br />
5<br />
9<br />
11<br />
15<br />
<strong>Colorado</strong> <strong>Division</strong> <strong>of</strong> <strong>Wild</strong>life <strong>Volunteer</strong> <strong>Program</strong> <strong>News</strong><br />
<strong>Call</strong> <strong>of</strong> <strong>the</strong> <strong>Wild</strong><br />
V o l u m e 1 8 , N u m b e r 2<br />
More Changes Around Us<br />
Chris Howard, <strong>the</strong> Nor<strong>the</strong>ast<br />
Region’s <strong>Volunteer</strong> Coordinator, has<br />
left <strong>the</strong> <strong>Division</strong> after a brief 5 month<br />
stint here. He recently received a publishing<br />
contract for a novel that he<br />
wrote and is <strong>of</strong>f to California to pursue<br />
what he called “a life-long dream”. We<br />
didn’t expect a change in volunteer<br />
staffing, but we wish Chris well in <strong>the</strong><br />
pursuit <strong>of</strong> his dream.<br />
Filling <strong>the</strong> position is a top priority<br />
for <strong>the</strong> region – in fact, it might be<br />
filled by <strong>the</strong> time you read this. We<br />
will continue to have a temporary administrative<br />
assistant working with <strong>the</strong><br />
volunteer program in <strong>the</strong> NE regional<br />
<strong>of</strong>fice. This winter Donna Forrest is<br />
back in that role. She can help you with<br />
any questions about entering time,<br />
signing up for projects, and o<strong>the</strong>r ad-<br />
Welcome to Lauren Buchholz<br />
who will be <strong>the</strong> southwest region volunteer<br />
coordinator and outreach coordinator.<br />
Lauren will start sometime in<br />
By Kathi Green<br />
S p r i n g 2 0 1 1<br />
ministrative problems. Donna’s number<br />
is 303 291-7249. The volunteer coordinator’s<br />
<strong>of</strong>fice phone will continue to be 303<br />
291-7369. It will have a voice mail message<br />
letting you know which number to<br />
call for various volunteer needs.<br />
In writing this article, I searched<br />
for a quote about change, hoping to find<br />
one which would communicate that<br />
change, while challenging, is worthwhile.<br />
The one I liked best is this: “when<br />
you are through changing, you are<br />
through”. It was written by an advertising<br />
executive/U.S. congressman named<br />
Bruce Barton. His name was unfamiliar<br />
to me, but it’s likely you know his work:<br />
he designed “Betty Crocker” for General<br />
Mills. We greatly appreciate your patience<br />
and understanding as we work our<br />
way through this change.<br />
New Outreach Coordinator for <strong>the</strong><br />
Southwest Region<br />
March and will be based out <strong>of</strong> <strong>the</strong> Gunnison<br />
<strong>of</strong>fice. Watch for her contact info<br />
in <strong>the</strong> summer edition <strong>of</strong> <strong>Call</strong> <strong>of</strong> <strong>the</strong><br />
<strong>Wild</strong>.
P a g e 2<br />
A close-up <strong>of</strong> a<br />
boreal toad.<br />
“One swallow does not<br />
make a summer, but<br />
one skein <strong>of</strong> geese,<br />
cleaving <strong>the</strong> murk <strong>of</strong><br />
March thaw, is <strong>the</strong><br />
Spring.”<br />
—Aldo Leopold<br />
<strong>Volunteer</strong>s conduct a boreal<br />
toad survey.<br />
C o l o r a d o D i v i s i o n o f W i l d l i f e V o l u n t e e r P r o g r a m N e w s<br />
<strong>Volunteer</strong>s Make a Difference With<br />
Endangered Species<br />
The boreal toad,<br />
a state endangered species,<br />
is an elusive amphibian<br />
that can be<br />
found in high elevation<br />
wetland habitats. Once<br />
common in <strong>Colorado</strong>,<br />
<strong>the</strong> toad population continues<br />
to decline due mostly to a disease<br />
called chytrid fungus. Chytrid fungus has<br />
caused <strong>the</strong> decline <strong>of</strong> amphibians on a<br />
worldwide scale and is a major threat to<br />
native amphibian species in <strong>Colorado</strong>.<br />
A volunteer program for boreal<br />
toad surveys in <strong>the</strong> sou<strong>the</strong>ast region got<br />
its start in 2008. Since <strong>the</strong>n, almost 50<br />
volunteers have been trained on how to<br />
survey and identify boreal toads, as well<br />
as how to help stop <strong>the</strong> spread <strong>of</strong> chytrid<br />
fungus through proper decontamination.<br />
The boreal toad volunteers have assisted<br />
local biologists by contributing hundreds<br />
<strong>of</strong> hours helping to look for new boreal<br />
toad locations and identifying potential<br />
toad habitat. They’ve also provided a<br />
wonderful resource by educating o<strong>the</strong>rs<br />
about reporting boreal toads and how to<br />
help stop <strong>the</strong> spread <strong>of</strong> chytrid fungus.<br />
Thank you to all <strong>the</strong> boreal toad<br />
volunteers for helping to protect <strong>the</strong> endangered<br />
amphibian!<br />
<strong>Colorado</strong> Hunting Advertised<br />
The <strong>DOW</strong> is expanding its recruitment<br />
and retention efforts to attract<br />
more families to wildlife-related recreation.<br />
As part <strong>of</strong> this broader initiative,<br />
<strong>the</strong> <strong>DOW</strong> is testing a local and national<br />
pilot hunting marketing effort from Feb<br />
15 – Apr 5 (<strong>the</strong> 2011 Big Game License<br />
application deadline). The campaign is<br />
called “Elevate Your Game.” A 30 second<br />
and 15 second video spot will air on <strong>the</strong><br />
Sportsmen’s and Outdoor cable channels<br />
as well as various outdoor sports oriented<br />
websites, including Field and Stream. A<br />
print ad will appear in Outdoor Life and<br />
Game & Fish magazines. We hope this<br />
benefits both license sales and <strong>the</strong> state as<br />
a whole this year.
Sou<strong>the</strong>astern <strong>Colorado</strong> is home to two rare<br />
species <strong>of</strong> shorebirds, <strong>the</strong> Least Tern and Piping<br />
Plover. These birds are attracted to areas we seem<br />
to covet most during <strong>the</strong> hot, dry days <strong>of</strong> summer,<br />
<strong>the</strong> sandy beaches and shorelines <strong>of</strong> local reservoirs.<br />
The interior Least Tern is federally listed as<br />
endangered while <strong>the</strong> Piping Plover is federally<br />
listed as threatened. Both species are rare and uncommon<br />
in sou<strong>the</strong>astern <strong>Colorado</strong>. Competition<br />
with humans for sandy beaches and undisturbed<br />
shorelines, along with altered habitat, has greatly<br />
A volunteer sets up a plover nest cage.<br />
This year, <strong>the</strong> Two Buttes Outdoor<br />
Adventure weekend is scheduled for June 10-<br />
12, 2011. This weekend event is a wonderful<br />
opportunity for you and your family to improve<br />
on your outdoor skills and earn a<br />
hunter education certificate in beautiful<br />
sou<strong>the</strong>astern <strong>Colorado</strong>. Enjoy a variety <strong>of</strong><br />
safety and hunting classes as well as shooting<br />
and archery opportunities. Camping will be<br />
Shorebirds <strong>of</strong> <strong>the</strong> Lower<br />
Arkansas Valley<br />
reduced both population numbers and range<br />
throughout North America.<br />
P a g e 3<br />
So, should you happen to visit a local reservoir<br />
in sou<strong>the</strong>astern <strong>Colorado</strong> between April and<br />
August, you may be fortunate enough to glimpse<br />
or hear ei<strong>the</strong>r <strong>of</strong> <strong>the</strong>se small, diminutive beach lovers<br />
dive bombing <strong>of</strong>fshore for lunch or strolling<br />
along <strong>the</strong> shoreline scouring for mollusks or crustaceans.<br />
If you would like to volunteer on this project,<br />
contact Jena Sanchez for more information.<br />
Plover chicks protected by a nest cage.<br />
Lamar Area Skills Workshop<br />
available at <strong>the</strong> Two Buttes State <strong>Wild</strong>life<br />
Area. Last June, lots <strong>of</strong> enthusiastic folks and<br />
<strong>DOW</strong> staff had a fun and educational weekend.<br />
This year, we plan to do <strong>the</strong> same! To<br />
find directions or see <strong>the</strong> map for Two Buttes<br />
go to www.wildlife.state.co.us/maps and click<br />
on <strong>the</strong> State <strong>Wild</strong>life Area map links. Properties<br />
are listed alphabetically.<br />
V o l u m e 1 8 , N u m b e r 2
P a g e 4<br />
Spring Means Turkey Season<br />
We usually think <strong>of</strong> turkeys coinciding with our Thanksgiving feasts, but try this recipe after harvesting a spring turkey,<br />
and you may start a new tradition.<br />
<strong>Wild</strong> Turkey Picatta with Morels 4 or 5 servings<br />
In some areas, spring turkey hunting season coincides with <strong>the</strong> wild morel mushroom season. Ga<strong>the</strong>r morels on your<br />
way to your hunting spot or use button mushrooms in <strong>the</strong>ir place.<br />
Half <strong>of</strong> wild turkey breast, skin and bones removed<br />
2 cups milk<br />
1 cup all-purpose flour<br />
½ teaspoon salt<br />
¼ teaspoon paprika<br />
Dash pepper<br />
4 – 6 tablespoons butter or margarine (plus 3 T for sauce)<br />
¾ cup coarsely chopped morels (or o<strong>the</strong>r mushrooms <strong>of</strong> your choice)<br />
2 tablespoons coarsely chopped fresh chives<br />
Cut turkey breast into ½ inch thick slices across <strong>the</strong> grain. Pound gently to ¼ inch thickness with a saucer or flat side <strong>of</strong> a<br />
meat mallet; repeat with remaining slices. Place turkey slices in 12x8-inch baking dish. Add milk. Let stand at room<br />
temperature for 30 minutes. Remove turkey slices. Place milk in small bowl; set aside.<br />
Heat oven to 175 o . In large plastic food-storage bag, combine flour, salt, paprika, and pepper; shake to combine. Remove<br />
3 tablespoons flour mixture; stir into reserved milk and set aside. Add one turkey slice to flour mixture in bag. Shake<br />
gently to coat. Remove and repeat with remaining slices. In medium skillet, melt 4 tablespoons butter over medium<br />
heat. Add half <strong>the</strong> turkey slices. Cook until golden brown and cooked through, turning once. Keep turkey slices warm<br />
in oven on a heated platter.<br />
Sauce: In medium skillet, cook and stir mushrooms in 3 tablespoons butter over medium heat until tender. Stir in reserved<br />
milk mixture and chives. Cook over medium heat, stirring constantly, until thickened and bubbly. Salt and pepper<br />
to taste. Serve sauce over turkey slices. Enjoy!<br />
This recipe adapted from The Complete Hunter, Dressing & Cooking <strong>Wild</strong> Game cookbook, page 121, Copyright 2000 by<br />
Creative Publishing International.<br />
C o l o r a d o D i v i s i o n o f W i l d l i f e V o l u n t e e r P r o g r a m N e w s
Where do I look for projects?<br />
P a g e 5<br />
The map on <strong>the</strong> left has four regional designations. Projects within those<br />
regions are listed in <strong>the</strong> Opportunities by project type, under <strong>the</strong> region<br />
name. For example, if you are interested in projects in Yuma, look under<br />
Nor<strong>the</strong>ast opportunities. If you have questions or need assistance, call<br />
your regional coordinator.<br />
Nor<strong>the</strong>ast Opportunities<br />
To sign-up for opportunities in this section, or for more information, please call <strong>the</strong> person in <strong>the</strong> Contact section.<br />
NAME LOCATION DESCRIPTION WHEN CONTACT<br />
Walleye Spawn<br />
Walleye Spawn<br />
Aquatic Lab<br />
Assistants<br />
Bellvue-<br />
Watson Fish<br />
Hatchery<br />
Mt. Evans<br />
Mammal<br />
Count<br />
Chatfield<br />
Reservoir<br />
Marina,<br />
Denver<br />
Cherry Creek<br />
Reservoir East<br />
Marina,<br />
Denver<br />
Aquatic Animal<br />
Health Lab,<br />
Brush Service<br />
Center<br />
4936 W. CR-<br />
52E,<br />
Bellvue<br />
Aquatic<br />
Three volunteers per day at each site to assist<br />
w/setting & pulling gill nets. Hip boots or chest<br />
waders recommended. Dress warmly; bring<br />
warm drinks. Project lasts about 10 – 20 days,<br />
but date or duration is dependent on wea<strong>the</strong>r<br />
and numbers spawned.<br />
Two volunteers per day at each site to assist<br />
w/setting & pulling gill nets.<br />
See description above.<br />
Work with biologists in a lab to process<br />
samples, enter and file whirling disease data,<br />
and perform general lab procedures such as<br />
disinfection, maintenance <strong>of</strong> water baths,<br />
weighing chemicals, and fixing lab equipment.<br />
Help employees clean, feed, weigh, and move<br />
fish. Help with any seasonal maintenance.<br />
March 21 –1st<br />
week <strong>of</strong> April,<br />
Weekdays,<br />
7:30am–<br />
approx. noon<br />
See description<br />
above<br />
Ongoing,<br />
Weekdays,<br />
flexible hours<br />
Fishing Clinic Opportunities are now listed under Information and Education<br />
Mt. Evans SWA,<br />
Evergreen<br />
Terrestrial<br />
No more than 20 volunteers to count mammals<br />
on specific routes (hiking or driving) in <strong>the</strong><br />
Evergreen area. Potluck barbeque to follow <strong>the</strong><br />
count at <strong>the</strong> state wildlife area.<br />
Donna Forrest<br />
303-291-7249<br />
donna.forrest@<br />
state.co.us<br />
Donna Forrest<br />
303-291-7249<br />
donna.forrest@<br />
state.co.us<br />
Vicki Milano<br />
970-842-6308<br />
On-going Brad<br />
Neuschwanger<br />
or Steve<br />
Hokansson<br />
970-482-1659<br />
May 5,<br />
4pm<br />
Donna Forrest<br />
303-291-7249<br />
donna.forrest@<br />
state.co. us<br />
V o l u m e 1 8 , N u m b e r 2
P a g e 6<br />
Nor<strong>the</strong>ast Opportunities (continued)<br />
NAME LOCATION DESCRIPTION WHEN CONTACT<br />
Fishing Clinic<br />
Preparation<br />
Fishing Clinics<br />
Training for<br />
Angler<br />
Education<br />
<strong>Volunteer</strong>s<br />
and Fishing<br />
with <strong>the</strong><br />
C<strong>DOW</strong><br />
Youth<br />
Outdoor Skills<br />
Day<br />
National Get<br />
Outdoors Day<br />
Frederick<br />
Fishing Clinic<br />
Public Information & Education<br />
Denver Stuff take-home bags for this season’s fishing<br />
clinics with hooks, bobbers, and instructional<br />
information. Could also include fishing rod<br />
assembly.<br />
Denver Metro<br />
Area<br />
Overland Park<br />
Pond, Denver<br />
(next to Platte<br />
River)<br />
Brighton Park<br />
Pond<br />
Pine Valley<br />
Ranch Open<br />
Space<br />
City Park,<br />
Denver<br />
Milavec Lake,<br />
Frederick, CO<br />
<strong>Volunteer</strong>s needed to help teach kids, young<br />
and old, how to fish. Teach classes on aquatic<br />
ecology, fish ID, handling, casting, and knot<br />
tying. Then help with hands-on fishing. If<br />
interested please contact Scott Gilmore and he<br />
will provide you with <strong>the</strong> 2011 fishing clinic<br />
schedule.<br />
Participate in hands on volunteer training<br />
where you will learn how to teach classes on<br />
wildilife identification and management,<br />
aquatic ecology, fish ID, handling, casting, and<br />
knot tying. Then you can put that knowledge<br />
to use teaching families <strong>the</strong> skills to become<br />
successful anglers. Note: Training is from 8-<br />
10am and <strong>the</strong> clinic will be held from 10am-<br />
2pm<br />
Join us in helping kids connect to wildlife and<br />
wildlife-related recreation. Targeted toward<br />
kids aged 7-16 to experience outdoor skills<br />
including shooting, archery, fishing, viewing<br />
and more. Up to 30 volunteers needed each<br />
day to staff stations, teach kids about various<br />
outdoor skills, or help with support and<br />
logistics.<br />
Join us for a fun-filled day inspiring kids to get<br />
outdoors and enjoy <strong>Colorado</strong>’s wildlife. 5<br />
volunteers needed to help at <strong>the</strong> Junior Ranger<br />
Camp area, setting up, breaking down, etc.<br />
C<strong>DOW</strong>, in conjunction with <strong>the</strong> Frederick<br />
Police Department, is holding a fishing clinic<br />
for kids. We will have 4-5 stations where<br />
children are taught <strong>the</strong> basics <strong>of</strong> fishing. We<br />
will need 2-4 volunteers to help run <strong>the</strong><br />
stations. Topics include Fish Habitat and<br />
Handling, Knots, Casting, and Equipment.<br />
C o l o r a d o D i v i s i o n o f W i l d l i f e V o l u n t e e r P r o g r a m N e w s<br />
March and<br />
August<br />
On-going,<br />
March-Sept.<br />
March 26,<br />
Overland Park<br />
Pond<br />
April 9,<br />
Brighton Park<br />
Pond<br />
10am –2pm<br />
May 14,<br />
8am–5pm<br />
June 11,<br />
8am–5pm<br />
Allison Kincaid<br />
303 291-7291<br />
Scott Gilmore<br />
303-291-7512<br />
scott.gilmore@<br />
state.co.us<br />
Scott Gilmore<br />
303-291-7512<br />
scott.gilmore@<br />
state.co.us<br />
Donna Forrest<br />
303-291-7249<br />
donna.forrest@<br />
state.co. us<br />
Donna Forrest<br />
303-291-7249<br />
donna.forrest@<br />
state.co. us<br />
May 7 Chris<br />
Mettenbrink<br />
970-472-4405
Nor<strong>the</strong>ast Opportunities (continued)<br />
P a g e 7<br />
NAME LOCATION DESCRIPTION WHEN CONTACT<br />
Broomfield<br />
Fishing Clinic<br />
Mead Fishing<br />
Clinic<br />
National<br />
Fishing Week<br />
– Free Fishing<br />
Clinics<br />
Huck Finn<br />
Day<br />
National<br />
Outdoors<br />
Day/Take a<br />
Family Fishing<br />
<strong>Wild</strong>life Host<br />
Critter Crate<br />
Assistance<br />
Tom Frost<br />
Reservoir,<br />
Broomfield<br />
Public Information & Education (continued)<br />
Assist with fishing clinics at Tom Frost<br />
Reservoir in Broomfield. 1-2 volunteers<br />
needed<br />
Mead, CO 6 - 10 volunteers needed to assist with a Kid’s<br />
Fishing day. Should be familiar with fishing.<br />
50–150 kids participate in clinics (ID, knot<br />
tying, casting, etc.), <strong>the</strong>n fish.<br />
Green Valley<br />
Ranch<br />
Barnum Park<br />
Fairplay Beach,<br />
Fairplay<br />
Little Lake, City<br />
Park, Denver<br />
Tarryall SWA,<br />
SE <strong>of</strong> Jefferson<br />
Nor<strong>the</strong>ast<br />
Region Service<br />
Center, Denver<br />
20 volunteers per lake needed to help families<br />
fish during free fishing weekend.<br />
Assist with fishing clinics and contests.<br />
Approx. 10 volunteers needed. Meet DWM<br />
Mark Lamb at 8am at <strong>the</strong> Forest Service <strong>of</strong>fice<br />
in Fairplay.<br />
30 <strong>Volunteer</strong>s needed to help teach kids,<br />
young and old, how to cast and catch fish.<br />
Tarryall Reservoir SWA is nestled between <strong>the</strong><br />
Tarryall Mountains and Puma Hills in <strong>the</strong><br />
beautiful Pike National Forest in Park County.<br />
The 175-acre reservoir, lying in a picturesque<br />
valley at an altitude <strong>of</strong> 8,860 feet, holds rainbow<br />
trout, brown trout and nor<strong>the</strong>rn pike. A twomile<br />
long stretch <strong>of</strong> Tarryall Creek above <strong>the</strong><br />
reservoir is open to public fishing for rainbow,<br />
brown, and brook trout. Camp host duties<br />
include: informing visitors regarding camping<br />
and fishing regulations, trash pickup, light<br />
maintenance and some painting. Medical<br />
facilities are available in Fairplay, 25 miles to<br />
<strong>the</strong> northwest. Camp host must provide a selfcontained<br />
shelter; however, water and<br />
electricity is a possibility.<br />
<strong>Volunteer</strong>s needed to help inventory, organize,<br />
and maintain our critter crates. Critter crates<br />
are a free resource available for educators to<br />
check out and use to educate students on<br />
various wildlife species & topics.<br />
May 7 Donna Forrest<br />
303 291-7249<br />
donna.forrest@s<br />
tate.co.us<br />
June 4,<br />
8am–1pm<br />
Donna Forrest<br />
303-291-7249 or<br />
donna.forrest@<br />
state.co.us<br />
June 4 Scott Gilmore<br />
303-291-7512<br />
scott.gilmore@<br />
state.co.us<br />
June 4,<br />
8am–4pm<br />
Donna Forrest<br />
303-291-7249<br />
donna.forrest@<br />
state.co.us<br />
June 11 Scott Gilmore<br />
303-291-7512<br />
scott.gilmore@<br />
state.co.us<br />
Memorial Day-<br />
Labor Day<br />
Ongoing,<br />
weekdays,<br />
flexible hours<br />
between 8 am<br />
& 5 pm<br />
Donna Forrest<br />
303-291-7249<br />
donna.forrest@<br />
state.co. us<br />
Megan Barton<br />
303-291-7246<br />
V o l u m e 1 8 , N u m b e r 2
P a g e 8<br />
Nor<strong>the</strong>ast Opportunities (continued)<br />
NAME LOCATION DESCRIPTION WHEN CONTACT<br />
Law<br />
Enforcement<br />
Unit Office<br />
Assistance<br />
<strong>Volunteer</strong><br />
Orientation<br />
Denver<br />
Headquarters,<br />
6060 Broadway<br />
Support Services<br />
<strong>Volunteer</strong> assistance is needed scanning<br />
citations and case reports, referencing database<br />
against hard copy for errors, and filing<br />
documents. Must be detail-oriented and enjoy<br />
data entry. Because <strong>of</strong> sensitivity <strong>of</strong> <strong>the</strong><br />
records, a background check will be required<br />
C o l o r a d o D i v i s i o n o f W i l d l i f e V o l u n t e e r P r o g r a m N e w s<br />
Ongoing,<br />
hoping for 20<br />
hours per week<br />
<strong>Volunteer</strong> Orientations & O<strong>the</strong>r Learning Opportunities<br />
Denver and Ft<br />
Collins<br />
The Nor<strong>the</strong>ast Region is accepting new<br />
volunteer applications, but due to <strong>the</strong><br />
coordinator vacancy, will not schedule<br />
orientations at this time. If <strong>the</strong>re is a project<br />
you wish to help with and you are a new<br />
volunteer, please read <strong>the</strong> volunteer handbook<br />
and complete <strong>the</strong> on-line volunteer test before<br />
signing up for a project. Also, attend any<br />
required training for <strong>the</strong> project. When <strong>the</strong><br />
coordinator position is filled, we will again<br />
hold periodic orientations meetings.<br />
Until fur<strong>the</strong>r<br />
notice<br />
<strong>Volunteer</strong>s helped remove<br />
tons <strong>of</strong> trash on State<br />
<strong>Wild</strong>life Areas last year. So<br />
sign up for one this year<br />
and pitch in!<br />
Jay Sarason<br />
303 291-7452<br />
jay.sarason@<br />
state.co.us<br />
Donna Forrest<br />
303-291-7249<br />
donna.forrest@<br />
state.co. us<br />
The <strong>Colorado</strong> <strong>Division</strong> <strong>of</strong> <strong>Wild</strong>life is <strong>the</strong> state agency responsible for protecting and managing wildlife and habitat, and providing wildlife related recreation. Our<br />
public outreach programs promote appreciation, understanding, and stewardship <strong>of</strong> <strong>Colorado</strong>’s wildlife.
Sou<strong>the</strong>ast Opportunities<br />
To sign-up for opportunities in this section, or for more information, please call <strong>the</strong> person in <strong>the</strong> Contact section.<br />
NAME LOCATION DESCRIPTION WHEN CONTACT<br />
Kid’s Fishing<br />
Day<br />
<strong>Wild</strong>life<br />
Transport<br />
Training<br />
<strong>Wild</strong>life<br />
Transport<br />
Training<br />
Bluebird<br />
Monitoring<br />
Bluebird<br />
Monitoring<br />
Big Game<br />
Regulation<br />
Review<br />
Bear Aware<br />
Team<br />
John Martin<br />
Camp Host<br />
Clear Creek<br />
Host<br />
Quail Lake,<br />
<strong>Colorado</strong><br />
Springs<br />
Arkansas<br />
Valley/Pueblo<br />
Nature Center<br />
yurt<br />
<strong>Colorado</strong><br />
Springs <strong>DOW</strong><br />
Classroom<br />
<strong>Colorado</strong><br />
Springs <strong>DOW</strong><br />
Classroom<br />
Salida <strong>DOW</strong><br />
Office, Hwy 50<br />
Buena Vista at<br />
Sangre de Cristo<br />
Electric<br />
<strong>Colorado</strong><br />
Springs <strong>DOW</strong><br />
Classroom<br />
<strong>Colorado</strong><br />
Springs <strong>DOW</strong><br />
Classroom<br />
John Martin<br />
Reservoir, near<br />
Las Animas<br />
Clear Creek<br />
Reservoir,<br />
Chaffee County<br />
Aquatic<br />
Assist wildlife <strong>of</strong>ficers with kid’s fishing clinic,<br />
including organizing bags and helping with<br />
casting. Must enjoy working with kids.<br />
Terrestrial<br />
Capture and transport sick, injured and<br />
orphaned wildlife including small mammals<br />
and birds & raptors. Training mandatory,<br />
must be 18 and have reliable transportation.<br />
Schedule is as needed.<br />
June 4 Jena Sanchez<br />
719-227-5200<br />
March 12,<br />
9am–noon<br />
See description above. May 12,<br />
6pm<br />
Training mandatory. Includes nest and egg<br />
identification. <strong>Volunteer</strong>s adopt local nest<br />
boxes to monitor ei<strong>the</strong>r weekly or twice/month<br />
from April-August.<br />
See description above.<br />
Locations include State <strong>Wild</strong>life Areas, Parks<br />
and Hatcheries. Route assignments given out<br />
at classes. Monitoring done independently.<br />
Public Information & Education<br />
Informative session covers <strong>the</strong> Big Game<br />
Hunting Regulations for 2011. Especially good<br />
for volunteers who work <strong>DOW</strong> booths.<br />
Inform homeowners <strong>of</strong> bear sightings and how<br />
to bear pro<strong>of</strong> <strong>the</strong>ir homes to prevent<br />
encounters. <strong>Volunteer</strong>s on call during summer<br />
handling calls. Must enjoy working with<br />
people.<br />
Assist local wildlife <strong>of</strong>ficers and biologists with<br />
<strong>DOW</strong> informing/educating <strong>the</strong> public about<br />
SWAs. At John Martin, volunteers help keep<br />
public out <strong>of</strong> nesting areas. RV sites available<br />
with advance notice.<br />
Assist local wildlife <strong>of</strong>ficers with<br />
informing/educating <strong>the</strong> public about SWAs,<br />
fishing at Clear Creek reservoir, and local<br />
recreation. Primitive camping required.<br />
March 24,<br />
5:30pm in back<br />
classroom<br />
April 16<br />
Backup date is<br />
April 23,<br />
Salida, 10am<br />
Buena Vista,<br />
2pm<br />
March 8,<br />
1-4pm<br />
May 5,<br />
5:30pm<br />
Summer,<br />
Weekends esp.<br />
holidays<br />
Summer,<br />
Weekends esp.<br />
holidays<br />
Jena Sanchez<br />
719-227-5204<br />
Jena Sanchez<br />
719-227-5204<br />
Jena Sanchez<br />
719-227-5204<br />
Jena Sanchez<br />
719-227-5204<br />
Jena Sanchez<br />
719-227-5204<br />
Jena Sanchez<br />
719-227-5204<br />
Jena Sanchez<br />
719-227-5204<br />
Jena Sanchez<br />
719-227-5204<br />
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NAME LOCATION DESCRIPTION WHEN CONTACT<br />
Tree Planting<br />
Projects<br />
Willow Creek<br />
Trail Cleanup<br />
Brush Hollow<br />
Cleanup<br />
Lake Pueblo<br />
Cleanup<br />
Arkansas<br />
River Cleanup<br />
Bosque Del<br />
Oso SWA<br />
Work Day<br />
New<br />
<strong>Volunteer</strong><br />
Orientation<br />
Map &<br />
Compass Class<br />
Springfield<br />
<strong>Colorado</strong><br />
Springs at Chico<br />
Basin<br />
Property Development/Maintenance<br />
Assist with planting projects, short notice on<br />
dates dependent on delivery <strong>of</strong> seedlings.<br />
Project near Springfield has overnight<br />
bunkhouse available.<br />
Lamar Help with annual trail cleanup project. Bring<br />
gloves, water, lunch, and work boots.<br />
Meet at Lamar Community College.<br />
Penrose, meet at<br />
boat ramp SE<br />
corner<br />
Meet at Park<br />
HQ<br />
Salida State<br />
<strong>Wild</strong>life Areas<br />
West <strong>of</strong><br />
Trinidad<br />
Lake cleanup to remove trash which is<br />
detrimental to wildlife, esp. plastic.<br />
Lake cleanup and BBQ. Bring <strong>the</strong> family and<br />
pick up trash; half a day to help wildlife.<br />
Lake cleanups to assist wildlife <strong>of</strong>ficers and<br />
improve wildlife habitat for birds, fish and<br />
o<strong>the</strong>r species. Cleanup followed by BBQ in<br />
downtown Salida.<br />
Remove barbed wire fencing and o<strong>the</strong>r habitat<br />
improvements at this remote property outside<br />
<strong>of</strong> Weston. Primitive camping available.<br />
C o l o r a d o D i v i s i o n o f W i l d l i f e V o l u n t e e r P r o g r a m N e w s<br />
Springfield,<br />
April TBA<br />
<strong>Colorado</strong><br />
Springs,<br />
May 7<br />
April 16,<br />
9am<br />
April 16,<br />
9am<br />
May 1,<br />
10am<br />
May 21,<br />
9am-noon<br />
April-May<br />
TBA<br />
<strong>Volunteer</strong> Orientations & O<strong>the</strong>r Learning Opportunities<br />
<strong>Colorado</strong><br />
Springs <strong>DOW</strong><br />
Classroom<br />
<strong>Colorado</strong><br />
Springs <strong>DOW</strong><br />
Classroom<br />
Mandatory to all interested in volunteering for<br />
<strong>DOW</strong>. 2 hour session includes <strong>DOW</strong> policies<br />
and procedures, how to sign up for projects<br />
and upcoming opportunities. Projects are<br />
seasonal.<br />
More advanced than February basic map class.<br />
Will include maps, GPS, and compass basics;<br />
taught by <strong>DOW</strong> Staff.<br />
March 3,<br />
5pm<br />
April 9,<br />
9am<br />
Tis <strong>the</strong> season <strong>of</strong> wildlife festivals in<br />
<strong>Colorado</strong>. To see a complete list go<br />
to www.wildlife.state.co.us/viewing.<br />
Take <strong>the</strong> family and learn more<br />
about <strong>Colorado</strong>’s great wildlife.<br />
Jena Sanchez<br />
719-227-5204<br />
Jena Sanchez<br />
719-227-5204<br />
Jena Sanchez<br />
719-227-5204<br />
Jena Sanchez<br />
719-227-5204<br />
Jena Sanchez<br />
719-227-5204<br />
Jena Sanchez<br />
719-227-5204<br />
Jena Sanchez<br />
719-227-5204<br />
Jena Sanchez<br />
719-227-5204
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To sign-up for opportunities in this section, or for more information, please call <strong>the</strong> person in <strong>the</strong> Contact section.<br />
NAME LOCATION DESCRIPTION WHEN CONTACT<br />
Pathways to<br />
Fishing<br />
Helpers<br />
Fisheries Field<br />
Assistance<br />
Sage Grouse<br />
Lek Counts<br />
Sharp-Tailed<br />
Grouse Lek<br />
Counts<br />
<strong>Wild</strong>life<br />
Transport<br />
Team<br />
Various<br />
Locations<br />
Grand and<br />
Summit<br />
Counties<br />
Aquatic<br />
1-12 volunteers to help with Pathways program<br />
that introduces young anglers to <strong>the</strong> sport <strong>of</strong><br />
fishing. Assist at one <strong>of</strong> 8 fishing stations with<br />
a small group <strong>of</strong> anglers. Later help individual<br />
anglers as <strong>the</strong>y try <strong>the</strong>ir hand at fishing.<br />
Training provided. Must enjoy fishing and<br />
being around kids!<br />
<strong>Volunteer</strong>s need to assist with various fisheries<br />
field projects, including electr<strong>of</strong>ishing in rivers<br />
and streams, gillnet sampling in lakes and<br />
reservoirs, and o<strong>the</strong>r related tasks. Must be in<br />
good physical shape and comfortable wading in<br />
rivers and streams.<br />
Terrestrial<br />
Eagle County Survey assigned grouse breeding sites. Use<br />
map or GPS skills to locate a mapped lek site.<br />
Must be able to work independently and to<br />
walk distances up to 3 miles. Counts are done<br />
at first light each morning. 4WD vehicle<br />
recommended. 2-day minimum commitment<br />
required.<br />
Routt County,<br />
Steamboat<br />
Springs, Milner,<br />
Oak Creek<br />
April - Sept.,<br />
several times a<br />
month, 2-3<br />
hours each<br />
time, flexible<br />
See description above. Late Marchearly<br />
May<br />
Summit County Respond to injured and orphaned wildlife calls<br />
from <strong>the</strong> public. Provide wildlife education<br />
solutions to <strong>the</strong> public. Transport wildlife<br />
(small mammals and birds) to veterinarians<br />
and rehabilitators. May require some capture.<br />
Must be 18 years or older, be available on<br />
weekends to leave at a moment’s notice to<br />
handle a call, and be willing to drive long<br />
distances in your personal vehicle. Good<br />
public skills and maturity are essential.<br />
Training on capture and <strong>DOW</strong> policies<br />
provided.<br />
Lynn Ensley<br />
970-241-9556 or<br />
lynn.promotools<br />
@bresnan.net<br />
www.coloradospo<br />
rtsmenwildlifefun<br />
d. org<br />
May-Oct. Jon Ewert<br />
970-725-6214<br />
jon.ewert@state.<br />
co.us<br />
Spring TBA Brian Wodrich<br />
970-947-2970<br />
Interview &<br />
Training dates<br />
TBA in local<br />
papers in<br />
March or April<br />
Danielle<br />
Domson<br />
970-846-3056<br />
Shannon<br />
Schwab<br />
970-485-3081<br />
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Northwest Opportunities (continued)<br />
NAME LOCATION DESCRIPTION WHEN CONTACT<br />
<strong>Wild</strong>life<br />
Transport<br />
Team<br />
Bear Aware –<br />
Summit<br />
County<br />
Bear Aware –<br />
Pitkin County<br />
Customer<br />
Service<br />
Assistance<br />
Customer<br />
Service<br />
Assistance<br />
Hunter<br />
Education<br />
Assistance<br />
Outdoor<br />
Heritage Day<br />
Terrestrial (continued)<br />
Mesa County Respond to injured and orphaned wildlife calls<br />
from <strong>the</strong> public. Provide wildlife education<br />
solutions to <strong>the</strong> public. Transport wildlife<br />
(small mammals and birds) to veterinarians<br />
and rehabilitators. May require some capture.<br />
Must be 18 years or older, be available on<br />
weekends to leave at a moment’s notice to<br />
handle a call, and be willing to drive long<br />
distances in your personal vehicle. Good<br />
public skills and maturity are essential.<br />
Training on capture and <strong>DOW</strong> policies<br />
provided.<br />
Summit County We need your help to reduce <strong>the</strong> number <strong>of</strong><br />
bear/people conflicts this spring-fall. We’re<br />
looking for volunteers with excellent people<br />
skills to distribute information on bears to <strong>the</strong><br />
public in your community. Main duties<br />
include putting up signs and distributing bear<br />
brochures. <strong>Volunteer</strong>s will work closely with<br />
wildlife <strong>of</strong>ficer. Attendance at orientation/<br />
interviews required.<br />
C o l o r a d o D i v i s i o n o f W i l d l i f e V o l u n t e e r P r o g r a m N e w s<br />
Interview &<br />
Training dates<br />
TBA in local<br />
papers in<br />
March or April<br />
April–early fall,<br />
General<br />
information<br />
date and<br />
location TBA<br />
in local papers<br />
in March or<br />
April<br />
Aspen See description above. See description<br />
above<br />
Glenwood<br />
Springs Service<br />
Center<br />
Hot Sulphur<br />
Springs Service<br />
Center<br />
Glenwood<br />
Springs Service<br />
Center<br />
Riverbend Park,<br />
Palisade<br />
Provide customer service at front desk and on<br />
phone, and possibly assist with various o<strong>the</strong>r<br />
administrative duties.<br />
See description above.<br />
Training provided.<br />
2-4 volunteers needed to organize, fill/process<br />
orders for upcoming hunter education<br />
programs. Available on an on-call basis to<br />
come into <strong>of</strong>fice to help.<br />
10+ volunteers needed to help with a variety <strong>of</strong><br />
duties for a youth activity day. Youths and<br />
<strong>the</strong>ir families will be experiencing a variety <strong>of</strong><br />
outdoor activities and volunteers are needed<br />
throughout <strong>the</strong> day to make this wonderful<br />
outdoor experience a success.<br />
4+ hours a<br />
week on a<br />
regular basis<br />
Hours vary<br />
based on work<br />
load<br />
Variable<br />
schedule<br />
April 30,<br />
8am-5pm<br />
Please specify if<br />
you can assist<br />
all or part <strong>of</strong><br />
<strong>the</strong> day<br />
Frank McGee<br />
970-255-6115<br />
Shannon<br />
Schwab<br />
970-485-3081<br />
Kevin Wright<br />
970-947-2938<br />
Kasi Rishel<br />
970-947-2930<br />
Kris Holinka<br />
970-725-6211<br />
Kasi Rishel<br />
970-947-2930<br />
Frank McGee<br />
970-255-6115
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NAME LOCATION DESCRIPTION WHEN CONTACT<br />
Summit<br />
County – fence<br />
removal<br />
project<br />
Herold range<br />
Cleanup<br />
Loma Boat<br />
Launch<br />
Cleanup<br />
Range Patrol<br />
Basalt<br />
SWA<br />
Assistance-<br />
Steamboat<br />
Springs area<br />
SWA<br />
Assistance –<br />
Gypsum<br />
SWA<br />
Assistance -<br />
Fruita<br />
SWA<br />
Assistance –<br />
Garfield and<br />
Mesa Counties<br />
Summit County<br />
open space<br />
Herold Range,<br />
near Yampa<br />
Loma Boat<br />
Launch<br />
Basalt Shooting<br />
Range<br />
Chuck Lewis<br />
SWA, Adams<br />
SWA, Yampa<br />
SWA, Sarvis<br />
Creek SWA,<br />
Hayden Gun<br />
Range<br />
Gypsum Ponds<br />
SWA<br />
Fruita,<br />
Horsethief<br />
Canyon SWA<br />
New Castle,<br />
Garfield Creek<br />
SWA; Collbran,<br />
Plateau Creek<br />
SWA; Rifle,<br />
West Rifle Creek<br />
SWA<br />
Property Development/Maintenance<br />
Assist <strong>DOW</strong> staff with removing fence in an<br />
area that is critical winter range for elk and<br />
mule deer. Please be prepared with work<br />
gloves, work boots, appropriate clothing, water<br />
and a sack lunch.<br />
1-3 volunteers needed to help keep range clean<br />
<strong>of</strong> trash and debris. Assistance with range<br />
maintenance and enhancement efforts when<br />
available.<br />
5-6 volunteers needed for half day to pick up<br />
and remove trash. <strong>Volunteer</strong>s need to wear<br />
work clo<strong>the</strong>s and work gloves.<br />
1-2 volunteers needed to patrol property (keep<br />
eye on things), remove trash, perform general<br />
maintenance on property, as well as provide<br />
general information about <strong>the</strong> shooting range.<br />
<strong>Volunteer</strong>s needed to assist with maintenance<br />
tasks and o<strong>the</strong>r projects on SWA’s. Duties<br />
include removing trash, fence building and<br />
removal, and working with property technician<br />
on specific projects for <strong>the</strong> SWA.<br />
Date TBA<br />
Sean Shepherd<br />
970-485-2922<br />
Ongoing Libbie Miller<br />
970-736-8359<br />
Week before<br />
Memorial Day,<br />
specific date<br />
TBA<br />
Derek Lovoi<br />
970-858-3200<br />
April 1-Nov. 30 Perry Will<br />
970-947-2927<br />
Ongoing,<br />
Training on<br />
site<br />
See description above. Ongoing,<br />
Training on<br />
site<br />
Lead volunteer to work closely with property<br />
technician and <strong>of</strong>ficer on maintenance tasks<br />
and o<strong>the</strong>r projects on <strong>the</strong> SWA. Duties include<br />
removing trash, fence building and removal,<br />
and assisting with habitat improvement<br />
projects as needed.<br />
Ongoing,<br />
Training on<br />
site<br />
See description above. Ongoing,<br />
Training on<br />
site<br />
Steve<br />
Baumgartner<br />
970-846-0904<br />
Brian Wodrich<br />
970-947-2970<br />
Tom Sanderson<br />
970-858-3200<br />
Buddy McNeel<br />
970-984-9872<br />
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Northwest Opportunities (continued)<br />
NAME LOCATION DESCRIPTION WHEN CONTACT<br />
SWA<br />
Assistance –<br />
Mesa County<br />
Walker SWA<br />
Clean Up Day-<br />
Mesa County<br />
Property Development/Maintenance (continued)<br />
Plateau Creek<br />
SWA Shooting<br />
Range<br />
Walker SWA,<br />
Grand Junction<br />
Chickadee using a bird house. Photo by Debra Ackley.<br />
2-10 volunteers to assist with trash removal on<br />
and around SWA and work with property<br />
technician.<br />
6-12 volunteers, 18 yrs. and over, needed to<br />
assist local wildlife <strong>of</strong>ficers and staff with SWA<br />
cleanup. Bring work gloves, boots, a lunch and<br />
drinking water. RSVP by March 28.<br />
C o l o r a d o D i v i s i o n o f W i l d l i f e V o l u n t e e r P r o g r a m N e w s<br />
Ongoing Derek Lovoi<br />
970-858-3200<br />
April 2,<br />
9am-5pm,<br />
Meet at <strong>the</strong><br />
main parking<br />
lot at Walker<br />
SWA<br />
Paul Creeden<br />
970-255-6112<br />
Some native <strong>Colorado</strong> birds get<br />
banded in <strong>the</strong> springtime to help<br />
study <strong>the</strong> birds and <strong>the</strong>ir movements.<br />
Photo by Haydee Ullrich,<br />
from <strong>Colorado</strong> Springs in 2010.<br />
Bluebird on Branch
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To sign-up for opportunities in this section, or for more information, please call <strong>the</strong> person in <strong>the</strong> Contact section.<br />
NAME LOCATION DESCRIPTION WHEN CONTACT<br />
Bat Viewing<br />
Tours<br />
<strong>Wild</strong>life<br />
Education<br />
Center<br />
Gunnison Sage<br />
Grouse Lek<br />
Viewing<br />
Conejos<br />
County 5 th<br />
Grade Fishing<br />
Clinics<br />
Orient Mine,<br />
Villa Grove, CO<br />
Public Information & Education<br />
<strong>Volunteer</strong> guides needed to lead evening bat<br />
out-flight walking tours for <strong>Colorado</strong>'s largest<br />
bat colony at <strong>the</strong> Orient Mine on summer<br />
evenings. Duties include giving an informal<br />
talk on <strong>the</strong> history <strong>of</strong> <strong>the</strong> Orient Mine and<br />
natural history <strong>of</strong> <strong>the</strong> 250,000+ Mexican Freetailed<br />
bat colony that resides in Orient Mine<br />
each summer. Guide can camp on-site and may<br />
have access to cooking/shower/hot springs<br />
facilities. Visit<br />
www.olt.org/programs/volunteer/<br />
volunteering.htm and click on Orient Mine Bat<br />
Tour Host for more information.<br />
Durango <strong>Volunteer</strong>s needed to staff Education Center<br />
and Museum and provide activities and tours<br />
<strong>of</strong> <strong>the</strong> facility. Must enjoy working with<br />
children. Good people skills and interest in<br />
local wildlife needed. Training provided.<br />
Wuanita Lek, 19<br />
miles east <strong>of</strong><br />
Gunnison<br />
Antonito, south<br />
San Luis Valley<br />
<strong>Volunteer</strong>s needed to assist at lek viewing area<br />
during breeding season. Answer questions,<br />
assist viewers, and assure that public is<br />
following viewing protocols. Minimum<br />
commitment <strong>of</strong> one morning per week<br />
required (or two days out <strong>of</strong> season if from out<br />
<strong>of</strong> area). www.siskadee.org for more<br />
information.<br />
Come help provide a fun and educational way<br />
to introduce kids and adults to <strong>the</strong> sport <strong>of</strong><br />
fishing, encouraging participation and lifelong<br />
enjoyment. Prior to fishing, each student will<br />
participate in several learning stations to<br />
educate <strong>the</strong>m about fish, fishing techniques,<br />
laws, ethics, and wildlife management.<br />
<strong>Volunteer</strong>s needed to help with all aspects <strong>of</strong><br />
<strong>the</strong> program.<br />
Late June-early<br />
Sept.<br />
Scheduling is<br />
flexible,<br />
Commitment<br />
to a number <strong>of</strong><br />
trips required<br />
John Lorenz<br />
719-256-5212<br />
May-Sept. Derek Snyder<br />
Lead <strong>Volunteer</strong><br />
970-382-3810 or<br />
Hesperus6@yah<br />
oo.com<br />
April 1-May 10,<br />
Daily<br />
May 12-13,<br />
Tentative<br />
Pat Magee<br />
970-943-7121<br />
Rod Ruybalid<br />
719-588-6362<br />
This program receives Federal financial assistance from <strong>the</strong> U.S. Fish and <strong>Wild</strong>life Service. Under Title VI <strong>of</strong> <strong>the</strong> Civil rights Act <strong>of</strong> 1964, Section 504 <strong>of</strong> <strong>the</strong><br />
Rehabilitation Act <strong>of</strong> 1973, Title II <strong>of</strong> <strong>the</strong> Americans with Disabilities Act <strong>of</strong> 1990, <strong>the</strong> Age Discrimination Act <strong>of</strong> 1975, title IX <strong>of</strong> <strong>the</strong> Education Amendments<br />
<strong>of</strong> 1972, <strong>the</strong> U.S. Department <strong>of</strong> <strong>the</strong> Interior and its bureaus prohibit discrimination on <strong>the</strong> basis <strong>of</strong> race, color, national origin, age, disability, age or<br />
sex (in educational programs.) If you believe that you have been discriminated against in any program, activity, or facility, or you desire fur<strong>the</strong>r information<br />
please write to : The U.S. Fish and <strong>Wild</strong>life Service, Office for Diversity and Civil Rights <strong>Program</strong>s—External <strong>Program</strong>, 4040 N. Fairfax Drive, Suite<br />
130, Arlington, VA 22203<br />
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<strong>Volunteer</strong> <strong>Program</strong><br />
6060 Broadway<br />
Denver CO 80216<br />
STATE OF COLORADO John Hickenlooper, Governor<br />
DEPARTMENT OF NATURAL RESOURCES Mike King, Executive Director<br />
COLORADO DIVION OF WILDLIFE Tom Remington, Director<br />
6060 Broadway, Denver CO 80216 (303) 297-1192<br />
Nor<strong>the</strong>ast Region Service Center:<br />
(Denver)<br />
Sou<strong>the</strong>ast Region Service Center:<br />
(<strong>Colorado</strong> Springs)<br />
Northwest Region Service Center:<br />
(Grand Junction)<br />
Southwest Region Service Center:<br />
(Gunnison)<br />
Information/database updates:<br />
Address Service Requested<br />
We want to hear from you! Here is how to contact us!<br />
Currently Vacant, 6060 Broadway, Denver, <strong>Colorado</strong>, 80216<br />
303/291-7369 Fax: 303/291-7114 E-mail:<br />
Jena Sanchez, 4255 Sinton Road, <strong>Colorado</strong> Springs, <strong>Colorado</strong>, 80907<br />
719/227-5204 Fax: 719/227-5297 E-mail: jena.sanchez@state.co.us<br />
Trina Romero, 711 Independent Ave., Grand Junction, <strong>Colorado</strong>, 81505<br />
970/255-6191 Fax: 970/255-6111 E-mail: trina.romero@state.co.us<br />
Lauren Buchholz, 300 New York Ave., Gunnison, <strong>Colorado</strong>, 81230<br />
Contact Info TBA .<br />
Send any updates to your Regional Coordinator.<br />
Web Page: www.wildlife.state.co.us/volunteer/