COVID 19 UPDATE To help combat the COVID-19 (Coronavirus) virus and be respectful for the health and safety of our citizens and staff, the following County Parks offices and facilities are closed to public access until April 6*: Park Headquarters Bear Creek Nature Center Fountain Creek Nature Center County Fairgrounds Park Restrooms We encourage…
Paint Mines Interpretive Park 29950 Paint Mine Rd, Calhan, CO 80808 Sunday, April 19, 10:00 p.m.- Monday, April 20, 7:00 a.m. Thursday, May 28, 10:00 p.m.- Friday, May 29, 7:00 a.m. Thursday, June 25, 10:00 p.m.- Friday, June 26, 7:00 a.m. This guided overnight photography workshop led by Mike Pach of 3 Peaks Photography &…
Saturday, April 25th, 2020 Calling all Hikers, Bikers, Runners and Horseback Riders for the 3rd Annual 5K Poker Ride/Run at Bear Creek Regional Park. Leashed dogs and strollers welcome too! Prizes Awarded! For more info, visit equestrianskillscourse.org
Saturday, April 11 It’s the Chocolate Bunny Egg Hunt! Meet a live rabbit and learn about rabbits via a fun, interactive slideshow. Then join the Bunny Guide to search for eggs along the trail. Ages 2-10 with an adult. Prepaid registration is required. No walk-ins. $5 per member child, $6 per nonmember. Bear Creek Nature…
Free Youth Fishing Derby Saturday, May 9, 9:30 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. At Willow Springs Ponds, Fountain Creek Regional Park Get outside and learn to fish at Willow Springs Ponds! This is a free fishing derby for children ages 5 to 15. Enjoy fishing demonstrations, fun prizes, and a hot dog lunch with Commissioner Gonzalez…
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.
