Human noise culprit of masking iconic national park sounds
U.S. national parks are full of natural sounds. In Rocky Mountain National Park, visitors might hear the bugle of elks. At Yellowstone National Park, wolves howl in the distance. Iconic sounds like these are often associated with specific parks, creating unique soundscapes and enriching visitor experiences. However, when you add human-made noise, these natural sounds are at risk. “Anthropogenic” noise – sound caused by human activity – has the unintended impact of masking natural sounds important to both visitors and wildlife. Noise is increasingly prevalent in natural spaces. Not only does this take away from visitors’ experiences, but it alsoRead More
Colorado Secretary of State Reminds Voters of Upcoming Election and Available Resources
On October 11, 2019, Colorado’s county clerks began mailing ballots to Colorado’s registered voters for the November 5, 2019 Coordinated Election. The Colorado Secretary of State is reminding registered votersRead More
