Overheating in dogs is never something to take lightly. As the temperatures in the summer months heat up, it's important to remain aware of how the heat can affect your pet. The number one summer-related…continue reading 
Ken-Caryl Ranch Open Space and the Colorado State Forest Service will be continuing work on the fuels reduction project between Beacon Hill and Tin Cup. Work will begin by a private contractor in mid-June when…continue reading 
By Open Space Ranger Matt Oven I wanted to bring to your attention a maintenance reminder for fences with welded wire on properties. A recent incident involving a 3-4 year old mule deer doe with…continue reading 
• If approached by a coyote or fox, do not run or turn your back on it. Be as big and loud as possible. • Wave arms and yell in an authoritative voice. • Turn…continue reading 
Spring is here and along with warmer temperatures and longer days, weeds are starting to appear in lawns, parks and open space areas. As part of an integrated management approach, herbicide applications and mowing are…continue reading 
There are three ponds on Ken-Caryl Ranch: Dakota Lodge Pond, Brannon-Gearhart Pond and Settlement Pond near Shaffer Elementary School. All three ponds have aerators operating inside the ponds. However, from November to April they are…continue reading 
Ken-Caryl Ranch Park Rangers have received a few injured wildlife calls in the past few weeks, which included a Big Horned Owl but mainly regarding mule deer. With the mule deer rut in full swing,…continue reading 
Most of Colorado's Front Range, mountains, and canyon terrain provide mountain lion habitat. Attacks on humans by mountain lions are rare; however, Colorado Parks and Wildlife (CPW) wants to remind residents and visitors to be…continue reading 
Please remember to think about wildlife when decorating your property for the fall holidays. This time of year when deer are in the rut, Park Rangers receive many calls regarding deer entangled in light strands…continue reading