Flow Patterns and Boat Races at Rainbow Falls Historic Site! Why do some objects float and others sink? Construct and decorate a boat from different materials. Race your boat down the stream and pick the best spot along the starting points to launch your boat, based on what you learn about the water flow patterns…
August 3, 2020 – The following Special Events are being hosted by El Paso County Community Services during the months of August and September. The public can register for any of the following classes and workshops here. Flow Patterns and Boat Races When: Saturday, August 15, 8:30 a.m. – 9:45 a.m. Where: Rainbow Falls Historic…
Updated Aug. 1, 2020 COVID 19 UPDATE To help combat the spread of COVID-19 (Coronavirus) virus and be respectful for the health and safety of our citizens and staff, please find below the current status of County Park facilities. Updates based on the amended State Public Health Order 20-28 and State approved variances for El…
June 23, 2020 – The El Paso County Parks system is pleased to announce the opening of the Pineries Open Space on Saturday, June 27, 2020. The Pineries Open Space is the newest addition to the El Paso County Parks system and is located at 13201 Volmer Road, a little more than a half…
El Paso County Parks was recently awarded a $15,000 grant by the Colorado Parks and Wildlife (CPW) agency’s Shooting Range Development Grant Program (SRDG). The $15,000 will be used to complete improvements at the archery range at Bear Creek Regional Park. Refurbishing this range will make the area more attractive and accessible to all archers…
U.S. AIR FORCE ACADEMY, Colo. – On March 16, 2020, the New Santa Fe Trail trailhead and the North Gate parking lot, just before the Air Force Academy North Gate entrance, will permanently close to allow construction of the new Academy Visitors Center. The trail can be accessed at the Edmondson Trail Head located immediately…
El Paso County’s Fountain Creek Nature Center and Bear Creek Nature Center announce the events and activities for February 2020 which includes: rabbits, raccoons, birds, a scavenger hunts, and STEM & Snow. Fountain Creek Nature Center 320 Pepper Grass Lane, Fountain, CO 80817 719-520-6745, www.ElPasoCountyNatureCenters.com Nature Adventures: Rascally Rabbits Thursday, February 6, 10…
El Paso County Park staff highlighted the support provided by the 2019 Partners in the Park at the Park Advisory Board meeting on Jan. 8. The Partners in the Park program was created in 2009 to provide financial support for a respective County park, trail or nature center. This program has brought in $212,000, which…
El Paso County Parks online reservation system is now available to reserve park facilities for 2020. Facilities include the wedding gazebo, pavilions, tennis courts and archery range. To reserve a playing field, please call the park’s office. For more information visit Parks Reservation Page or call El Paso County Park Headquarters at (719) 520-7529.
El Paso County’s Fountain Creek Nature Center and Bear Creek Nature Center announce the events and activities for January 2020 which includes: a moon hike, birds of prey, a campfire, and several children’s programs. Fountain Creek Nature Center 320 Pepper Grass Lane, Fountain, CO 80817 719-520-6745, www.ElPasoCountyNatureCenters.com Fountain Creek Nature Adventures: Super Sleepers…
