Colorado Parks and Wildlife and the U.S. Geological Survey will work together to evaluate whether a small unmanned aircraft can save state wildlife managers time, money and offer a safer and enhanced alternative to gather greater sage-grouse data.
During the media-only event, a USGS crew will field launch the aircraft and media will have the opportunity to take photos, video and get a first-hand look at the system.
Representatives from Colorado Parks and Wildlife, the USGS, and the Bureau of Land Management will be available for interviews.
When: Friday, April 12 – 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. (Please be punctual)
Where: Kremmling, Colo.
- From the intersection of Hwy 9 and Hwy 40, travel north towards Steamboat Springs for approximately 10 miles.
- At the intersection of Grand County Road 25 and Hwy 40, north of Wolford Reservoir, look for a Colorado Parks and Wildlife vehicle parked on the right side of the road. Receive further instructions from there.
Please consider:
- Access and event will take place along a dirt road.
- Dress for variable weather.
- Restroom facilities are not available.
- Bring food, water and other supplies.
- Proper operation of the sUAS requires concentration from the flight crew. Please follow instructions given on-site at all times.
How to participate: By 5 p.m. Thursday, April 11, please confirm your attendance with one of the Media Points of Contact:
- Heidi Koontz, 303-202-4763 - hkoontz@usgs.gov
- Mike Porras, 970-210-3768 - mike.porras@state.co.us
Comments
Good to educate the media regarding best of drone usages. In few decades time every one will agree that drones are not that bad. I remember the time when we had to get licence to possess broadcast receiver( normal BC rcvr for listening songs) but now :) ....