Tag: Staunton State Park
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Guilty plea in stabbing hoax involving Colorado state park
Roughly six months after the report of a park ranger getting stabbed prompted the evacuation of Colorado’s Staunton State Park, the man behind what’s been since described as an elaborate hoax has struck a plea deal. On August 19, seasonal park ranger Callum Heskett reported that he had been stabbed at the Conifer-area park, resulting…
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Staunton State Park ranger sentenced after stabbing hoax
The former Colorado Parks and Wildlife seasonal ranger who faked being stabbed was sentenced to probation Monday morning. Jefferson County District Judge Diego Hunt sentenced 26-year-old Callum Heskett to three years of probation and at least $16,700 in restitution for the stabbing hoax that shocked the county in August, according to a news release from the…
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Ranger stabbing in Staunton State Park found to be a hoax, police say
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The alleged stabbing of a Colorado Parks and Wildlife ranger that shook Jefferson County residents on Tuesday was found to be a hoax, according to police. The Jefferson County Sheriff’s Office arrested 26-year-old Callum Heskett — a Colorado Parks and Wildlife seasonal ranger at Staunton State Park — on Thursday after he allegedly faked being stabbed by…
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Draft plan seeks upgrades for popular Colorado state park
A draft management plan outlines enhancements and strategies to meet growing demand at a state park on Colorado’s Front Range. Staunton State Park visitation has grown by more than 130,000 over the past five years, according to the draft plan that was recently posted for public review. Officials have reported average visitation around 240,000 in…
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Park Madness: We rank Colorado’s top outdoor destinations in this tournament- inspired bracket
As college basketball players vie for one shining moment, we imagine an impossible challenge between some of Colorado’s natural treasures. Colorado parks with towering peaks, hidden gems and amazing views go head-to-head in this March Madness-inspired bracket. We’ve split our field of 64 parks into four regions: South, West, North and Central. Which one came…
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Free entry to Colorado state parks for Fresh Air Friday
Colorado Parks and Wildlife claims the best deal for Black Friday: nothing to be bought, but the benefits of nature to be gained. It’s not Black Friday the agency recognizes, but rather Fresh Air Friday — free entry to the state parks the day after Thanksgiving. It’s the 10th year of the tradition in Colorado, providing…
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Free day coming up at Colorado state parks
Colorado’s birthday comes with a gift for nature-loving residents. As per tradition for Colorado Day — the day marking statehood granted in 1876 — state parks will waive admission fees. That will be on Aug. 5, the Monday following Colorado Day on Aug. 1. For those without a Keep Colorado Wild Pass or any other season…
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New program brings all-terrain wheelchairs to Colorado Springs trails
Facebook Twitter WhatsApp SMS Email Print Copy article link Save Colorado Springs’ parks department has launched a program aimed at getting people with disabilities on trails previously out of reach. They can now roam on a Trackchair, perched atop tank-like conveyor wheels alongside friends, family and knowledgeable staff or volunteers. The city last fall announced…
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6 Colorado state parks we love for a First Day hike
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Facebook Twitter WhatsApp SMS Email Print Copy article link Save Massachusetts is credited as the birthplace of a hiking tradition in 1992. That Jan. 1 morning, hundreds met at Blue Hills Reservation State Park with the idea of starting the new year right — with exercise and fresh air. So the tradition continues at state…
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For your bucket list: 8 of the best ‘destination hikes’ across Colorado’s state parks
One of southern Colorado’s most-recognizable mountains finally has a trail to the top. After generations in private hands, and after four years under the management of Colorado Parks and Wildlife, Fishers Peak has a summit path. That’s the state’s highest peak on the east side of Interstate 25 — Trinidad’s throne-like backdrop capped by ancient,…