CPW Events

Colorado Parks and Wildlife regularly offers events, classes, and festivals for all our outdoor recreation enthusiasts. See our current events below.

Are you looking for a Hunter Education Course, Boating Safety Course, Clinic, or Seminar​?​​

Dec

15

Colorado Fish Health Board Meeting

Monday, December 15

The statutory board was established within Colorado Parks and Wildlife by Hous​e Bill 91-1270. The board is ​​responsible for...

Commission and Committee Meeting
CPW Logo with name of meeting type underneath

Dec

15

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Commissioner Office Hours - John Emerick

Monday, December 15

Are you looking for an opportunity to meet with a CPW commissioner to discuss CPW topics in greater detail? If so, Commissioner...

Colorado Parks and Wildlife Commission
CPW Logo with name of meeting type underneath

Dec

15

Commissioner Office Hours - John Emerick

Monday, December 15

Are you looking for an opportunity to meet with a CPW commissioner to discuss CPW topics in greater detail? If so, Commissioner...

Colorado Parks and Wildlife Commission
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Dec

18

Colorado Wildlife Council/Hunter & Angler Subcommittee Meeting: December 18, 2025

Thursday, December 18

The Colorado Wildlife Council was created in state law by the Colorado legislature in 1998. The council’s mission is to educate...

Colorado Parks and Wildlife Commission
Kids making crafts at state park event

Dec

18

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Toddler Story Time

Thursday, December 18

Barr Lake State Park

Join us at Barr Lake's Nature Center for a story time program, including a craft, activity, and a snack! Each month will feature...

Kids making crafts at state park event

Dec

18

Toddler Story Time

Thursday, December 18

Barr Lake State Park

Join us at Barr Lake's Nature Center for a story time program, including a craft, activity, and a snack! Each month will feature...

Dec

18

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Sunset Hike

Thursday, December 18

Cheyenne Mountain State Park

Join us for our sunset guided hike series.  

Dec

18

Sunset Hike

Thursday, December 18

Cheyenne Mountain State Park

Join us for our sunset guided hike series.  

Dec

20

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Nature Ornaments

Saturday, December 20

Mueller State Park

Let nature inspire you to create a fun piece of art for your home.

Dec

20

Nature Ornaments

Saturday, December 20

Mueller State Park

Let nature inspire you to create a fun piece of art for your home.

Dec

20

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Santa at the State Park

Saturday, December 20

Cherry Creek State Park

Meet Santa at the swim beach, make a pinecone ornament, play games, and learn about nature. 

Dec

20

Santa at the State Park

Saturday, December 20

Cherry Creek State Park

Meet Santa at the swim beach, make a pinecone ornament, play games, and learn about nature. 

Mountain lion tracks in moist soil of stream bed

Dec

20

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Animal Tracks Walk

Saturday, December 20

Mueller State Park

Take a walk through the forest in search of animal tracks.

Mountain lion tracks in moist soil of stream bed

Dec

20

Animal Tracks Walk

Saturday, December 20

Mueller State Park

Take a walk through the forest in search of animal tracks.

Barr Lake Main trail with Lights

Dec

20

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Annual Holiday Trail of Lights and Chili Cook Off

Saturday, December 20

Barr Lake State Park

Stroll over a mile of sparkling Christmas lights on the main trail, then warm up with our festive Chili Cook-Off at the Nature...

Barr Lake Main trail with Lights

Dec

20

Annual Holiday Trail of Lights and Chili Cook Off

Saturday, December 20

Barr Lake State Park

Stroll over a mile of sparkling Christmas lights on the main trail, then warm up with our festive Chili Cook-Off at the Nature...