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Thanksgiving and Day After Office Closures -

Colorado Parks and Wildlife offices, including park visitor centers, will be closed on Thursday, November 28, and Friday, November 29. No park pass is required to enter any state park on Friday November 29th for Fresh Air Friday. 
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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​?​​

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Nov

29

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Great Waddle Walk-Off/Fresh Air Friday

Friday, November 29

Barr Lake State Park

Thanksgiving is a special time for friends and family to gather together for relaxation and fun! 
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Nov

29

Great Waddle Walk-Off/Fresh Air Friday

Friday, November 29

Barr Lake State Park

Thanksgiving is a special time for friends and family to gather together for relaxation and fun! 
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Nov

29

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Fresh Air Friday Hike – Native American Heritage

Friday, November 29

State Forest State Park

Walk off that Thanksgiving feast with a Ranger on a guided Hike – snowshoes may be needed! We will talk about the Native Americans that inhabited our area. Leaving from the Moose Visitor Center at noon (12pm), hike the Gould Loop approximate 3⁄4 mile each way.
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Nov

29

Fresh Air Friday Hike – Native American Heritage

Friday, November 29

State Forest State Park

Walk off that Thanksgiving feast with a Ranger on a guided Hike – snowshoes may be needed! We will talk about the Native Americans that inhabited our area. Leaving from the Moose Visitor Center at noon (12pm), hike the Gould Loop approximate 3⁄4 mile each way.
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Nov

29

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Ute Creation Story

Friday, November 29

Mueller State Park

There are many different perspectives on creation. Celebrate Native American Heritage Day by learning about Ute culture and their creation stories told throughout time. It is important to note that the story will not be told by someone of indigenous culture. The story and resources have been approved for educational purposes by Colorado’s Ute tribes.
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Nov

29

Ute Creation Story

Friday, November 29

Mueller State Park

There are many different perspectives on creation. Celebrate Native American Heritage Day by learning about Ute culture and their creation stories told throughout time. It is important to note that the story will not be told by someone of indigenous culture. The story and resources have been approved for educational purposes by Colorado’s Ute tribes.
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Dec

1

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Yoga at the Gazebo

Sunday, December 1

Barr Lake State Park

All Levels Yoga
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Dec

1

Yoga at the Gazebo

Sunday, December 1

Barr Lake State Park

All Levels Yoga
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Dec

4

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Weekday Birding Hike

Wednesday, December 4

Barr Lake State Park

Join volunteer naturalists Candice and Tim for a walk in the park!
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Dec

4

Weekday Birding Hike

Wednesday, December 4

Barr Lake State Park

Join volunteer naturalists Candice and Tim for a walk in the park!
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Dec

6

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Happy Holidays Toddler Party

Friday, December 6

Barr Lake State Park

This is a celebration for our little friends to come and ring in the holidays Toddler Style.
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Dec

6

Happy Holidays Toddler Party

Friday, December 6

Barr Lake State Park

This is a celebration for our little friends to come and ring in the holidays Toddler Style.
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Dec

6

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Nature Nook

Friday, December 6

Mueller State Park

Take a break in between hiking, skiing, and snowshoeing to warm up and refuel.
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Dec

6

Nature Nook

Friday, December 6

Mueller State Park

Take a break in between hiking, skiing, and snowshoeing to warm up and refuel.
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Dec

7

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Come Cut Your Christmas Tree

Saturday, December 7

State Forest State Park

Choose and cut your perfect fresh Christmas tree in State Forest State Park ! Pick up your $10 per tree permit (CASH or check only) at the Moose Visitor Center and you will be directed to the designated tree cutting area in the park.
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Dec

7

Come Cut Your Christmas Tree

Saturday, December 7

State Forest State Park

Choose and cut your perfect fresh Christmas tree in State Forest State Park ! Pick up your $10 per tree permit (CASH or check only) at the Moose Visitor Center and you will be directed to the designated tree cutting area in the park.
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Dec

7

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Christmas Tree Cut

Saturday, December 7

Golden Gate Canyon State Park

The annual Christmas Tree Cut will occur on Saturday, December 7th from 9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. Only people who won a permit through the lottery system can cut down a tree.
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Dec

7

Christmas Tree Cut

Saturday, December 7

Golden Gate Canyon State Park

The annual Christmas Tree Cut will occur on Saturday, December 7th from 9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. Only people who won a permit through the lottery system can cut down a tree.
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