Heather M Valey by Nature Fix

Nature Fix Aug 5, 2023

From Burrows to Bulldozers: The Plight of the Centennial Prairie Dogs

It was a cloudy morning on July 14th as Karen Carter drove to her work office in Centennial Colorado. While waiting to…

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Nature Fix Jul 22, 2023

Exploring the Living River: a Tale of Hope in the Colorado River Watershed

Second Creek swells with spring runoff in the Colorado River watershed – photo by Heather Valey – copyright 2023 Where…

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Nature Fix Jul 1, 2023

The Magic of Magee Marsh: A Biggest Week in American Birding Festival Report

Back in January, a friend of mine invited me to join her at the Biggest Week in American Birding Festival. I of course…

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Nature Fix Jun 24, 2023

Prairie Dog Controversy on Land Managed for Multiple Uses

Introduction I wrote a post a couple weeks ago about prairie dogs being trapped on Boulder County Parks and Open Space…

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Nature Fix Jun 11, 2023

Death Sentence in Disguise for Prairie Dogs at Picture Rock Trail

First, Let’s Set the Scene Boulder County Open Space in Colorado has a reputation for world-class parks and trails.…

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