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Wildlife in Boulder County<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Do you have squirrels chewing on your trees or raccoons eating your corn? Tired of dealing with mice in your house? Wildlife Masters are available to provide information on how to deal with these critters and more. Trained volunteers can help the public address wildlife conflicts.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

How do you contact a Wildlife Master?<\/strong> Call the main Boulder County Extension Office number at 303-678-6238<\/a> <\/strong>and ask to be placed in the Wildlife Master voicemail or e-mail wildlifemaster@bouldercounty.org<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Wildlife Damage Management Contractors<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

It is important to find a company with which you feel comfortable and fits your specific needs. Not all companies deal with all animals and insects, some animals such as bats and bees have special needs. Many of the listed companies have web sites that provide educational information about wildlife behavior and habitat. Understanding why animals do what they do will help you make an informed decision when selecting a company.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Does not imply endorsement.<\/strong><\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

National Wildlife Control Operators Association<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Nuisances Wildlife Laws in Colorado<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

The following are summaries of Colorado\u2019s most common regulations and statutes pertaining to nuisance wildlife questions. The laws and regulations in this link are paraphrased for easier understanding and are intended only as a guide, Nuisance Wildlife Questions<\/strong><\/a>. Colorado\u2019s wildlife statutes and regulations can be viewed in their entirety with the following link: <\/strong>Wildlife Rules and Regulations<\/strong><\/a>.<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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Want to become a Wildlife Master?<\/h4>\n\n\n\n

Assist Boulder County residents in dealing with conflicts with wildlife. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Applications are not currently being accepted.<\/strong><\/em><\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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Colorado Parks and Wildlife \u2013 Colorado Parks & Wildlife \u2013 Living with Wildlife<\/a> <\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Crossing Paths with Wildlife \u2013 Colorado Parks & Wildlife \u2013 Crossing Paths with Wildlife<\/strong><\/a> <\/p>\n\n\n\n

USDA Wildlife Services \u2013 USDA APHIS | Wildlife Services State Offices<\/strong><\/a> <\/p>\n\n\n\n

CSU College of Ag Sciences \u2013 Pest Problems after Storms<\/strong><\/a> <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Adams County Extension \u2013 Living With Wildlife<\/strong><\/a> <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Boulder County Rural Living Guide \u2013 Wildlife, Pollinators, and Windbreaks: Boulder County Rural Living Guide<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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Wildlife Conservation Actions Graduate Certificate<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Dive into the history of land ethics while refining your own. Study the current state of wildlife policy as you build the skills to become a change agent. Develop comprehensive habitat management plans and learn to communicate with different audiences about conservation methods, goals, and outcomes.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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