Eagle County Open News Today

Eagle County and the State Board of Land Commissioners have finalized a deal for improved boater access to the Eagle River in EagleVail. But the deal is only good for one season. The current access...

Eagle County Open Space is developing its inaugural Open Space Plan and seeking public input through an online survey. The planning effort will shape the program’s long-term vision for continuing and future protection, acquisition, and...

While Eagle County’s new motocross playground has been heralded as a success, its operators say the track isn’t quite set up for long-term viability under its current management plan. The Dry Lake Motocross Park opened...

Colorado lawmakers may pass a stream-restoration bill this session, but it won’t be the one proponents and environmental groups were hoping for.  A bill aimed at making it easier for stream-restoration projects that mimic beaver...

Colorado lawmakers may pass a stream-restoration bill this session, but it won’t be the one proponents and environmental groups were hoping for. A bill aimed at making it easier for stream-restoration projects that mimic beaver...

Local leash laws can be confusing. While managing agencies set these requirements to protect people, pets and wildlife in certain areas, sometimes pet owners want to let their furry friends run free. In order to...

In Eagle, wildlife and humans exist within each other’s backyards. With that coexistence comes a sense of responsibility for residents to respect and protect surrounding wildlife. Through education and jarring imagery, a new wildlife campaign...

The Hardscrabble Trails Coalition and the Vail Valley Mountain Trails Alliance are teaming up with 970 Design to launch an Eagle-wide education initiative aimed to encourage more responsible coexistence between residents, visitors and wildlife. Hardscrabble...

The Eagle County Open Space department is seeking applicants to join the Open Space Advisory Committee. Applications will be accepted until Mar. 7, 2022.

Winter has arrived in full in Eagle County with the latest batch of snowstorms, and the change in scenery brings about changes for every living thing that calls the valley home.