In our first article, we highlighted why the Estes Valley Watershed Coalition (EVWC) invests in forest health, a key strategy to support our watersheds. But what’s the magic behind this connection?

February really is the month for lovers. Last week we looked at coyotes, this week it is the red fox.

The Estes Valley Watershed Coalition (EVWC) was fully immersed in forest health projects this past summer.

While the Trumpeter Swans at Lake Estes have garnered a lot of attention lately, there’s a smaller diving duck that is pretty remarkable in its own right.

Love is in the air. Can you feel it? This is the time for coyote courtship in the Estes Valley.

As any local will tell you, visitors to the Estes Valley think that the Black-billed Magpie is the most beautiful bird around.

Welcome to the first article in our 4-part series on the fascinating dynamics of forests and fires in the Estes Valley!

When thinking of wildlife of the Estes Valley, reptiles and amphibians rarely come to mind.

Many people like to attract birds to their property during the winter months. One of the easiest ways to do this is to provide unfrozen water for them.

The Estes Valley has seen some wacky weather lately - cold, snow, wind, and even heat. How does our local wildlife handle these extremes?

This week’s featured bird is the Red-breasted Nuthatch.

Today marks the start of the Chinese Lunar New Year and 2025 marks the year of the snake.

This week’s featured bird is the White-crowned Sparrow.

While most waterbodies of the Estes Valley are frozen, Lake Estes can still be counted on for wildlife entertainment.

Lately, it seems like the wind makes the only sound in the Estes Valley. Another ubiquitous sound, however, is that of the Steller’s Jay.

It is that time of year again. Mule deer bucks are beginning to shed their antlers.

Brrrrr! It has been a cold week here in the Estes Valley. Do you ever wonder how our feathered friends stay warm in these conditions?

If you’ve been to Lake Estes lately, you might have seen 3 large, white Trumpeter Swans mixing and mingling with the Canada Geese.

The Estes Valley is home to three species of the order lagomorpha. Lagomorphs are comprised of rabbits, hares, and pikas.

This week’s featured bird is the common raven. These large corvids are extremely widespread and versatile.