Woodrock
Property Owners Association
64 Homestead Road Divide, CO 80814
Woodrockpoa@gmail.com
Next Board Meeting
TO BE DETERMINED
Fun Facts
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In Colorado pine beetles (primarily Mountain Pine Beetle) and fir beetles (Douglas-fir beetle/Western Balsam Bark Beetle) are native pests that kill trees by cutting off nutrient flow, often driven by drought and warmer temperatures. Pine beetles attack ponderosa and lodgepole, while fir beetles target Douglas-fir and subalpine fir, with distinct species-specific tree preferences and management strategies.
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Mountain Pine Beetle (MPB) in Colorado
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Target Trees: Primarily lodgepole, ponderosa, and limber pine.
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Signs: Small, rice-sized insects, they cause blue-gray staining in wood and create "pitch tubes" (reddish sap blobs) on the bark. Needles turn yellow or red-brown about 9 months after attack.
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Activity: Active in the Front Range and southwest Colorado.
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Distinction: They are brown to black, about 1/8 to 1/3 inch long, and their rear end (wing cover) is smoothly curved.
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Fir Beetle (Douglas-fir and Western Balsam) in Colorado
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Target Trees: Douglas-fir beetle attacks mature Douglas-fir; Western Balsam bark beetle attacks subalpine fir.
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Signs: Similar to pine beetles, Douglas-fir beetles cause foliage to turn from green to red-brown.
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Activity: Douglas-fir beetle is widespread, especially in central and southern Colorado, often attacking trees already stressed by fire or disease.
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Distinction: These beetles generally attack larger-diameter trees (over 14 inches).
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Key Differences
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Tree Host: Pine beetles = Pine trees. Fir beetles = Fir trees (Douglas-fir/Subalpine).
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Size: Pine beetles are generally slightly smaller than Douglas-fir beetles.
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Damage Profile: In 2024, Western balsam bark beetle was noted as the deadliest in some areas, while Douglas-fir beetle impact increased.
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Management
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Prevention: The best approach is keeping trees healthy through proper watering and avoiding overcrowding, as both beetles favor drought-stressed, crowded forests.
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Control: Once a tree is infested and the needles turn red, the beetles have likely left, and the tree cannot be saved; removing infested trees before beetles emerge can help.
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Friendly Reminders for Residents
The Woodrock POA Board
Karen Mory -President, 2 yr Term (08/25-08/27)
Todd Whitt - Vice President, 3 yr Term (08/25-08/28)
Chele Randell - Treasurer, 3 yr Term (08/25-08/28)
Suzanne Miller - Secretary, 1 yr Term (08/25-08/26)
Colleen Patchin - At Large, 1 yr Term (08/25-08/26)
Tractor, Grader, & Road Maintenance News
Many thanks to our snow-plowers and road-draggers for
maintaining our roads. Please support their efforts by slowing into the turns and keeping an eye out for them and for neighbors clearing their driveways near the main road.
Due to the very dry conditions and unusual lack of moisture from snow melt we face creating loose dirt from grading and dragging in less than ideal conditions. Ideal road maintenance is conducted when the road is moist but not sturated. Slowing down and keeping greater distance from the car in front of you can help your own vehicle from kicking up dusty dirt on others and your own vehicle.
As always, we appreciate the community's support. Road maintenance remains the primary focus of your Woodrock Board.
Please stay safe on the roads inside and outside of Woodrock!
OHV/UTV/ATV Operation in Woodrock
The Spring weather and early snow melt makes for great riding sooner than expected! Adherence to safety rules and UTV/ATV operation requirements required by the State of Colorado and Teller County is highly recommended by the WPOA for the safety of riders, neighbors, and wildlife.
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Woodrock
Our neighborhood is unique as our roads are privately owned by WPOA and residents have been granted the privilege (not the right) to ride personal OHVs on the trails behind Woodrock, by the Myrick Family. Make sure you, your children, and your guests operating UTV/ATVs know the following:
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The speed limit on Woodrock roads is 20 mph. This applies to all vehicles.
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Slow down and give space to residents walking or cycling on the road. Pedestrians and regular vehicles have the right of way.
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Keep noise to a minimum by not throttling the engine near homes that are close to the road.
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Be knowledgeable where roads end and private driveways begin and respect no trespassing signs on private property.
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The end of Homestead Rd (which becomes Stoner Rd.), just past Eagle Rd., is an unmaintained road which leads to the Myrick property. You must turn right at the gate, and ride toward the fishing ponds to get to the back trails the Myricks have allowed residents access to, at the residents' own risk.
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Residents or their guests are not allowed to ride OHVs in the area of the Myrick private property which includes the cabin, first pond to the right, and all the property including the lower pond, to the left of the fishing pond gate.
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Residents operating OHVs in Woodrock are responsible for their actions and the actions of their guests and children. Guests and children should be accompanied by a responsible adult resident.
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Operators should be courteous of one another, slowing or stopping to allow passing while staying on the trails.
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We owe each other and the Myricks the courtesy of abiding by state and county ordinances governing OHV use and preservation of land.
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Colorado Regulations
If you are new to riding in CO or it has been awhile since you have reviewed safety rules, a great link for Colorado OHV operation is Staythetrail.org For guidance specifically pertaining to children, please see this link: https://staythetrail.org/kids-safety/
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Trail Etiquette and Environmental Protection
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Stay the Trail: Operators must stay on marked trails to prevent erosion and damage to fragile alpine vegetation.
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Age Limits: Children under 10 may not operate OHVs on public roads. Operators aged 10–16 must be under the immediate visual supervision of a licensed adult.
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Yielding: OHVs should yield to non-motorized users, including horses, hikers, and mountain bikers.
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Mountain Pine Beetles News
Our ever-vigilant Wildfire and Mitigation Committee has done research about protecting pine trees from the Mountain Pine Beetle. The Colorado State Forest Service has a Handout on "Verbenone" a chemical that tricks the beetle into thinking the tree is already dead, and it goes elsewhere. For trees that are already infested, there is no cure. To stop the spread, cut down dead trees and cover them, and the slash, with plastic and leave it covered over a winter season to freeze. Then it's safe to burn.
Thank you to Martin Guthardt, our Fire Committee Steve & Sylvie King, and the volunteer Fire Dept crewmember for coordinating the use of the Teller County Fire Dept. wood chipper. With our hardworking community volunteers we completed all chipping in under four hours. Great work!!
Recent Updates
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Updated March 25, 2026. Updated email blasts and next meeting information.