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Apr
1
Take a Friend Fishing Contest
Monday, April 1 - Friday, February 28
Arkansas Headwaters Recreation Area
For the sixth consecutive year, Colorado Parks and Wildlife and our partner Colorado fishing companies are encouraging anglers to take a friend fishing. As a reward for sharing your expertise and love of fishing, we’ve created a contest for mentors who take the time to pass on their knowledge. We are now offering prizes for the mentor as well as the mentee!
Jan
12
School Pond Guided Hike
Sunday, January 12
Mueller State Park
Part of this 2 mile loop was upgraded over the summer. Check out the new reroute and enjoy this beautiful area of the park on this great morning hike. Depending on snow conditions spikes or snowshoes may be helpful. Meet at Preacher’s Hollow Trailhead.
Jan
17
Animal Antifreeze
Friday, January 17
Mueller State Park
What do wild animals do in the winter? Learn how wildlife survives in the cold, snowy season and try your own animal survival experiment. Prepare for part of the program to be outside. Best for ages 5+. Meet at the Visitor Center.
Keep Colorado Wild Pass —Thumbs Up for Winter Safety
For only $29, get a Keep Colorado Wild Pass with your next vehicle registration and head outside to enjoy those iconic Colorado snow days. You get entry to all state parks and help fund the Colorado Avalanche Information Center.
State Parks & Recreation—Your pass helps manage Colorado’s 42 state parks, including keeping them clean and building new trails and facilities.
Backcountry Safety—Your pass supports the volunteer and equipment needs of search and rescue professionals across Colorado and avalanche safety programs through the Colorado Avalanche Information Center.
Wildlife Conservation—Additional money raised not used for state parks and outdoor safety will be used to support the State Wildlife Action Plan, which helps fund wildlife and habitat conservation work for the 960 species that CPW manages.
Local Communities—Your pass supports our natural resources and helps grow outdoor accessibility and educational programs in local communities.