The whole of Northwest Colorado is a wonderland of archeological and paleontological sites. Both must be protected, and with the recent release of the Bureau of Land Management's (BLM) draft Resource Management Plan (RMP) for the Little Snake Resource Area (LSRA), now is the time to act. People have roamed the canyons and hills of the Yampa Valley and surrounding areas for untold hundreds of years. The historical sites of the area, some discovered, and many undiscovered, must be saved from the destructive impacts of irresponsible oil and gas development and off-road vehicle (ORV) use so that they can be learned from and enjoyed by future generations. The RMP will determine the fate of Northwest Colorado's BLM lands for the next 15-20 years, so it is critical that it include strong protections for the cultural resources in the area. The BLM is taking comments on the plan through May 16th – see the websites and contacts below for how to get involved. Read more...