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Colorado Wildlife Department Planning to Invest $20 Million Into Fire Prevention Tactics

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The Colorado Wildlife Department is gearing up for another wildfire season by investing $20 million into an updated Wildlife Preparedness Plan.  The CWD believes that Colorado’s mountains and plains are at risk for more wildfires than ever before. The department estimated there will be about 5,507 fires. According to the 2022 Wildlife Preparedness Plan, the fires will burn about 221,661 […]
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Thanks to $10-Million Grant From Province, Avalanche Canada Expanding Forecasts to Vancouver Island and Adding Northern BC Field Team

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Avalanche Canada will be providing forecasts on Vancouver Island and expanding programs in northern BC thanks to a $10 million grant from the BC Government announced on May 17. With this funding, new field teams will be established on Vancouver Island and in north-central BC. Related: Avalanche Canada Benefits from $25-Million Government Funding “We are very happy to now have […]
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100+ Winter Outdoor Companies Stand Up to Congress

COVID-19, the ongoing pandemic affecting millions around the globe, has drastically impacted the economy as a whole, forcing many operations to permanently close their doors. However, among those, the hardest-hit businesses have been the smaller-sized companies struggling to stay open. With winter just around the corner, the ski industry is facing financial struggles and uncertainties, which has urged over 100 […]
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Emily Crofton |
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Mad River Glen, VT Renovates 72-Year Old Basebox and Patrol Building

Mad River Glen, infamous for its single chair, challenging east coast terrain, and rustic vibe, has initiated a substantial renovation project on their 72-year old Basebox and ski patrol building. Remaining unchanged for over 30 years, both buildings will be revamped in order to coincide with safety, efficiency, and regulatory code standards. With their primary goal being to address current codes, Mad […]
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Emily Crofton |
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Colorado’s Pot Business On Track to Break $1 Billion in Sales This Year:

According to Colorado’s Department of Revenue, Colorado pot shops sold more than $270 million in cannabis and related products in the first three months of 2016. The state’s latest data shows that its marijuana shops sold nearly $90 million of cannabis in March 2016. The licensed stores sold more than $55 million in recreational marijuana and more than $33 million […]
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