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Parks and Open Space

Our mission…to conserve natural, cultural and agricultural resources and provide public uses that reflect sound resource management and community values.Blacksmith Sketch

Current Issues

Heil Valley Ranch Northern Trailhead Planning Trail options and public comment presented to POSAC Thursday, July 24, 6:30pm; project background

Experience Ranch Chores From 100 Years Ago Sunday, July 27, 10:00am to 2:00pm. Visit Walker Ranch Homestead and learn about life on a ranch in the 1880s.

Eldora Architectural & Historical Survey Download project survey report

Herbicide Applications Weekly update of herbicide application locations now available for 2008 season


Planning and Public Involvement

Argo Mine Brownfields Remediation Project Public comment period ended July 7. Download Analysis of Brownfields Cleanup Alternatives report here. POSAC will hear recommendations July 24.
Heil Valley Ranch:  Bohn Park Trailhead Planning…
Click here for the latest updates on the Northern Heil Valley Ranch trailhead. Public Comment Summary (April 29 - June 20) now available. POSAC will hear recommendations July 24.
Betasso Preserve/Benjamin Property Management Plan Click here for the latest updates and a summary of public comments.
Hessie Trailhead -- Summer Parking Project details and Project Map now available.
Want to learn more about the issues going to the Parks Open Space and Advisory Committee (POSAC)?
Read the current agenda or latest minutes. The next POSAC meeting is
July 24. The last meeting was June 26.

Recent Announcements

New Neighbor Study Now Available Managing Your Natural Resources: Living Near Boulder County Parks and Open Space Forest Ecosystems

DOW Front Range Cougar-Human Interactions Pilot Study Check updates and download study protocols here

Restoration Results of Past Projects Check here for before & after photos

Walker Ranch Loop Trail Reroute Feasibility Study |  A feasibility study took place to investigate possible reroutes in "The Wall" area. A project summary, study reports, and and staff conclusion are available.

Muddy Trails Report has concluded for the season. You can expect trails to be dry most days except immediately after a heavy rain.

Archived Parks & Open Space News…

About Parks & Open Space

A Letter From the Director
POS Newspaper Insert
Open Space Presentation 2005-2007

Parks and Open Space Videos


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