Outdoors Expo

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​?​​

Outdoors Expo

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

21

Registration Required:

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Nature Ornaments

Saturday, December 21

Mueller State Park

Create seasonal ornaments with items from nature!

Dec

21

Nature Ornaments

Saturday, December 21

Mueller State Park

Create seasonal ornaments with items from nature!

Dec

21

Registration Required:

Please register for this event.

13th Annual Holiday Trail and Chili Cook-off with Santa

Saturday, December 21

Barr Lake State Park

Come take a stroll along our lighted trail with animated inflatables! We have crafts, hot cocoa, apple cider and snacks! Best of all, come meet Santa in the Nature Center when you’ve finished the hike!

Dec

21

13th Annual Holiday Trail and Chili Cook-off with Santa

Saturday, December 21

Barr Lake State Park

Come take a stroll along our lighted trail with animated inflatables! We have crafts, hot cocoa, apple cider and snacks! Best of all, come meet Santa in the Nature Center when you’ve finished the hike!

Dec

23

Registration Required:

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Junior Naturalist - Winter Detectives

Monday, December 23

Mueller State Park

This is the first of a three part winter series that will continue in January and February. Discover what is special about winter.

Dec

23

Junior Naturalist - Winter Detectives

Monday, December 23

Mueller State Park

This is the first of a three part winter series that will continue in January and February. Discover what is special about winter.

Dec

26

Registration Required:

Please register for this event.

Toddler Trails

Thursday, December 26

Cheyenne Mountain State Park

Looking for ways to get out and enjoy the natural world with your little one? Look no farther!

Dec

26

Toddler Trails

Thursday, December 26

Cheyenne Mountain State Park

Looking for ways to get out and enjoy the natural world with your little one? Look no farther!
Pronghorn in snow

Dec

27

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Winter Adaptations Drop-In Program

Friday, December 27

Cheyenne Mountain State Park

Join us at the Visitor Center where we will learn about how animals and plants are adapted to survive the winter! 
Pronghorn in snow

Dec

27

Winter Adaptations Drop-In Program

Friday, December 27

Cheyenne Mountain State Park

Join us at the Visitor Center where we will learn about how animals and plants are adapted to survive the winter! 

Dec

28

Registration Required:

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Guided Hike Elk Meadow

Saturday, December 28

Mueller State Park

Get outside and move with this post holiday hike.

Dec

28

Guided Hike Elk Meadow

Saturday, December 28

Mueller State Park

Get outside and move with this post holiday hike.
Stars over Rifle Gap.

Dec

28

Registration Required:

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Last chance to see the sky in 2024!

Saturday, December 28

Jackson Lake State Park

Join us for one Last Star Party at Jackson Lake State Park on Saturday December 28th, 2024. We will be in Lakeside Campground Site 14 starting at 5:30pm. Call the Visitor Center with any questions. See you then!
Stars over Rifle Gap.

Dec

28

Last chance to see the sky in 2024!

Saturday, December 28

Jackson Lake State Park

Join us for one Last Star Party at Jackson Lake State Park on Saturday December 28th, 2024. We will be in Lakeside Campground Site 14 starting at 5:30pm. Call the Visitor Center with any questions. See you then!
Ice Fishing

Dec

30

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Ice Fishing 101

Monday, December 30

Staunton State Park

Ever wanted to give ice fishing a try but didn't know where to start? Are you new to ice fishing and looking for some tips to help you catch more fish? Then, this is the class for you! This clinic will be held at Davis Ponds in Staunton State Park near Conifer, CO. All the necessary equipment will be provided for you, but you are welcome to bring your own if you prefer. All participants 16 and older must have a valid Colorado fishing license. An annual or daily state parks pass is also required to attend this clinic. Both the license and the pass can be purchased the day of at Staunton State Park.
Ice Fishing

Dec

30

Ice Fishing 101

Monday, December 30

Staunton State Park

Ever wanted to give ice fishing a try but didn't know where to start? Are you new to ice fishing and looking for some tips to help you catch more fish? Then, this is the class for you! This clinic will be held at Davis Ponds in Staunton State Park near Conifer, CO. All the necessary equipment will be provided for you, but you are welcome to bring your own if you prefer. All participants 16 and older must have a valid Colorado fishing license. An annual or daily state parks pass is also required to attend this clinic. Both the license and the pass can be purchased the day of at Staunton State Park.

Dec

30

Registration Required:

Please register for this event.

Wapiti Snowshoe Hike

Monday, December 30

Mueller State Park

Enjoy a short hike involving snowshoes and learn how some animals can "float” across the snow.

Dec

30

Wapiti Snowshoe Hike

Monday, December 30

Mueller State Park

Enjoy a short hike involving snowshoes and learn how some animals can "float” across the snow.