Aug 4, 2026BoardMeeting
BoardColorado Parks And Wildlife Office Hours Meeting
The discussion centered on the potential regulation of electronic calling devices for predator and furbearer hunting, examining the intersection of social values, Fair Chase ethics, and biological necessity. Participants debated the impact of these devices on hunting ethics and the importance of public values in decision-making. The meeting further addressed rules for the humane dispatch of furbearers, highlighting concerns regarding the clarity of current regulations when public safety prohibits standard methods of take. Specific attention was given to the ambiguity of AVMA euthanasia guidelines for free-ranging wildlife and the need for more enforceable, clear policy language.