It’s truly difficult to express how hospitable the Phillips family has been to the birding community, as well as how greatly they’re appreciated for their sustainable grazing practices by the larger ranching community.

In responding to the challenge posed by the pandemic, Nick led CFO through a series of bold new programs.

Using novel “regenerative grazing” practices that simulate the historical movements of American Bison across the land, stomping on weeds and fertilizing native grasses, the May Ranch is cultivating the original prairie ecology of the West.

We’ve seen a remarkable growth in participation in the Pinyon Jay Community Science Project. We would like to introduce you to two people who have participated in this project here in Colorado.

Bird Conservancy of the Rockies provides the following update on the vegetation removal along the shores of Barr Lake that started in fall 2023.

In August 2023, the Colorado Parks and Wildlife Commissioners approved modifications that include changes that impact access to State Wildlife Areas (SWA) . With the changes to the SWAs, questions have arisen about purpose, usage and what has changed.

Your donations helped Colorado Field Ornithologists make an impact for birds and birders in multiple ways throughout the state in 2023.

Changes for access to Chico Basin Ranch for birders.