Season-long or daily leases are two ways to grant access for a fee. Developing a contract that outlines responsibilities of landowner and hunter provides for quality behavior from the hunter and quality experiences for both. Free systems should prevail as long as producers and Consumers are happy and wildlife are abundant. Fee systems provide incentives for landowners and hunters.
Wildlife is a big business in Colorado.
Many wildlife, born and raised on private lands, are enjoyed by landowners and recreationists. However, the association between farmers, ranchers, recreationists and wildlife has not been as positive as it can be. Some landowners treat wildlife and recreationists as assets while others consider them to be negative. A business needs a supply of products and a demand to use them. Elk have increased in Colorado since the turn of the century and have become the state's number-one generator of hunting revenues.