Saturday, October 4 2110 Stella Drive, Colorado Springs, CO 80921 (and other locations to be announced) Fox Run Regional Park and more! Take a Kid Mountain Biking Day is part of a nationwide annual celebration that encourages kids and families to get outside and ride together! This special event will feature a skills clinic, guided…
Friday, September 12, 6:00-9:00 p.m. Bear Creek Nature Center 245 Bear Creek Road, Colorado Springs, CO 80906 Break out your best western wear and add a little bird flair for the 16th annual Happy Trails BBQ Fundraiser – The Hoot-enanny at Bear Creek Nature Center. With Santa Maria style tri-tip from Buffalo Gals Catering, wine, beer…
Join us for a guided hike through the stunning landscape of Paint Mines Interpretive Park. Discover the park’s vibrant formations, unique geological features, and diverse plant life. Along the way, you’ll learn about the area’s rich cultural history—including a look at artifacts such as projectile points found on site. Although a relatively easy hike, the…
Fountain & Bear Creek Nature Centers One Friday each season. Doors open at 5pm. Let’s play Bunco in the Nature Center! Join us for wonderful evenings of excitement, laughs, and rolling dice. We will provide the dice, score cards, a meal, and prizes. Unlike other Bunco parties, these Bunco parties are for everyone ages 13…
Saturday, October 18 3:00-4:30 p.m.- Recommended ages 4+ 6:15-7:45 p.m.- Recommended ages 6+ 245 Bear Creek Road, Colorado Springs, CO 80906 Travel the trails of Bear Creek Nature Center, meeting some creatures along the way that will unravel and dispel myths about some of nature’s “creepy creatures.” Take-home craft and treat included. Costumes encouraged! $10…
Fountain Creek Nature Center 320 Peppergrass Lane, Fountain, CO, 80817 Pumpkin Carving Party Saturday, October 25, 9:00 am. – 1:00 pm 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…
The El Paso County Nature Centers offer a wide diversity of special events. From the annual Fountain Creek Family Fun Day, Girl and Boy Scout Events, to Bear Creek by Candlelight, there is something for everyone across El Paso County. Check back often to find what exciting upcoming event you can participate in!
Pre-registration and pre-payment is required for most programs. Space may be limited. General Program Cancellation Policy: No refunds are given for public program registrations unless the program is cancelled by the Nature Centers. In the case of severe or dangerous weather staff may deem the conditions unsafe and may reschedule or cancel an event or program. All refunds will be paid by check. Check refunds may take 3-4 weeks to process.
