Natalie Keltner-McNeil, Author at Aspen Journalism

Toxic algae blooms in reservoirs near Steamboat detected thanks to new state protocol

Occurrence tied to warming trend, may be influenced by ranching history.

A collaborative effort among federal, state and local officials is critical to reducing the chemical toxic to endangered fish.

Comparing consumption with non-drought year shows less-dramatic reduction.

Plug will keep standing water in fen, supporting wildlife habitat, groundwater and carbon sequestration