Register at Bear Creek or Fountain Creek Nature Center, Tuesday- Saturday between 9am and 4pm Overview: An El Paso County Parks “Family Outdoor Club” is a loosely organized group made up of families who plan and go on free or low-cost outings in nature to become happier, healthier, and smarter. They register as a club…
Friday, August 9, 6:00-9:00 p.m. Bear Creek Nature Center 245 Bear Creek Road, Colorado Springs, CO 80906 Join us for our Annual Happy Trails BBQ Fundraiser- an evening to benefit Friends of El Paso County Nature Centers. Enjoy Buffalo Gals Catering’s signature Santa Maria-style Tri-Tip, wine and beer, and decadent desserts from a variety of…
El Paso County Community Services Department has implemented a Trailability Trail Access Program. As part of the new program, the county has acquired two (2) Terrain Hopper off-road mobility vehicles with the generous support from The Independence Center. Terrain Hoppers are the ultimate off-road mobility power scooter designed to provide access to adventure, making the…
Saturday, August 24, 10:00 a.m.- 2:00 p.m. 245 Bear Creek Road, Colorado Springs, CO 80906 Watch Pikes Peak Beekeepers Association harvest honey from hives, see bees in action in their observation hive, and learn about the importance of bees and other pollinators. Visit pollinator gardens and learn about native plants with the Broadmoor Garden Club.…
Friday, October 18, 6:00-9:00 p.m. 245 Bear Creek Road, Colorado Springs, CO 80906 Traverse the trails at Bear Creek Nature Center, meeting creepy creatures along the way that will unravel and dispel myths about things that go bump in the night. Preregister for specific times between 6:00-9:00 p.m. : Recommended for ages 7+. $7 per…
Saturday, September 21, 11:00 a.m.- 2:00 p.m. 142 S Raven Mine Drive, Colorado Springs, CO 80905 Join us for a celebration of fall! Gold Hill Mesa’s tree lined streets and beautiful community center grounds will greet you with warm fall colors, while live music will provide a soundtrack to the changing seasons. The concert and…
Paint Mines Interpretive Park 29950 Paint Mine Rd, Calhan, CO 80808 Saturday, April 6, 9:00 p.m.- Sunday, April 7, 7:00 a.m. Tuesday, May 7, 9:00 p.m.- Wednesday, May 8, 7:00 a.m. Sunday, June 9, 9:00 p.m.- Monday, June 10, 7:00 a.m. Thursday, August 1, 9:00 p.m.- Friday, August 2, 7:00 a.m. These guided overnight photography…
Fountain Creek Nature Center 320 Peppergrass Lane, Fountain, CO, 80817 Pumpkin Carving Party Saturday, October 26, 9:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. Carve pumpkins to leave for the lighted trail at the Jack-o-Lantern event! Pre-scooped pumpkins, patterns, and carving tools provided. Return at night to see your creation in action along the trail. Pumpkins may be…