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

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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​?​​

Sign up for a class or clinic.

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Mar

27

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Toddler Story Time

Thursday, March 27

Barr Lake State Park

Join us at Barr Lake's Nature Center for a story time program, including a craft, activity, and a snack!
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Mar

27

Toddler Story Time

Thursday, March 27

Barr Lake State Park

Join us at Barr Lake's Nature Center for a story time program, including a craft, activity, and a snack!
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Apr

20

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Guided Bird Walk

Sunday, April 20

Roxborough State Park

Grab your bird book and binoculars and join us for bird watching adventures.
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Apr

20

Guided Bird Walk

Sunday, April 20

Roxborough State Park

Grab your bird book and binoculars and join us for bird watching adventures.
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Mountain bike racer rides on the desert trails in Highline Lake State Park during the 18 Hours Biking Event

May

3

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18 Hours of Fruita

Saturday, May 3

Highline Lake State Park

One of the most beloved endurance events on the western slope. With a fast and fun singletrack lap located within the desert oasis of Highline Lake State Park, this a great race to kick off the summer season. 
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Mountain bike racer rides on the desert trails in Highline Lake State Park during the 18 Hours Biking Event

May

3

18 Hours of Fruita

Saturday, May 3

Highline Lake State Park

One of the most beloved endurance events on the western slope. With a fast and fun singletrack lap located within the desert oasis of Highline Lake State Park, this a great race to kick off the summer season. 
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Four kids jump and cheer as they finish an obstacle course during the a Kids Adventure Games event

May

31

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Kids Adventure Games - Desert Edition

Saturday, May 31

Highline Lake State Park

Team up. Tackle obstacles. Have fun. Our mission is to inspire and empower kids through exciting, challenging adventure races that emphasize teamwork, sportsmanship, critical thinking, perseverance, and ignite a passion for the outdoors. 
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Four kids jump and cheer as they finish an obstacle course during the a Kids Adventure Games event

May

31

Kids Adventure Games - Desert Edition

Saturday, May 31

Highline Lake State Park

Team up. Tackle obstacles. Have fun. Our mission is to inspire and empower kids through exciting, challenging adventure races that emphasize teamwork, sportsmanship, critical thinking, perseverance, and ignite a passion for the outdoors. 
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Jun

21

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Elkhead Reservoir Fishing Classic Tournament

Saturday, June 21

Elkhead Reservoir State Park

Colorado Parks and Wildlife invites you to the annual Elkhead Reservoir Fishing Classic at Elkhead Reservoir State Park. Anglers of all ages are encouraged to participate.
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Jun

21

Elkhead Reservoir Fishing Classic Tournament

Saturday, June 21

Elkhead Reservoir State Park

Colorado Parks and Wildlife invites you to the annual Elkhead Reservoir Fishing Classic at Elkhead Reservoir State Park. Anglers of all ages are encouraged to participate.
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Youth target shooting with a .22 rifle at Outdoor Skills Day 2024, while being supervised by CPW volunteer

Jun

21

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Outdoor Skills Day 2025

Saturday, June 21

Mueller State Park

This is an annual Mueller event for the community to come and enjoy a variety of outdoor activities. Activities offered will include: archery, target shooting, geocaching, camping, fishing, Dutch oven cooking and more. All skill levels and abilities are welcome. More details to be determined.
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Youth target shooting with a .22 rifle at Outdoor Skills Day 2024, while being supervised by CPW volunteer

Jun

21

Outdoor Skills Day 2025

Saturday, June 21

Mueller State Park

This is an annual Mueller event for the community to come and enjoy a variety of outdoor activities. Activities offered will include: archery, target shooting, geocaching, camping, fishing, Dutch oven cooking and more. All skill levels and abilities are welcome. More details to be determined.
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Wakeboarder at World Wake Association National Championships 2024. Photo provided by World Wake Association.

Jul

31

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World Wake Association National Championships

Thursday, July 31

Highline Lake State Park

Colorado Parks and Wildlife will welcome the World Wake Association for its wakeboard national championship event August 2-3, 2025 at Highline Lake State Park.
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Wakeboarder at World Wake Association National Championships 2024. Photo provided by World Wake Association.

Jul

31

World Wake Association National Championships

Thursday, July 31

Highline Lake State Park

Colorado Parks and Wildlife will welcome the World Wake Association for its wakeboard national championship event August 2-3, 2025 at Highline Lake State Park.
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Swimmer wearing a wetsuit adjusts their goggles as they prepare to race during the Desert's Edge Triathlon at Highline Lake State Park

Aug

2

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Desert’s Edge Triathlon

Saturday, August 2

Highline Lake State Park

Join the Grand Junction Sports Commission for the 2025 Desert's Edge Triathlon Series. 
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Swimmer wearing a wetsuit adjusts their goggles as they prepare to race during the Desert's Edge Triathlon at Highline Lake State Park

Aug

2

Desert’s Edge Triathlon

Saturday, August 2

Highline Lake State Park

Join the Grand Junction Sports Commission for the 2025 Desert's Edge Triathlon Series. 
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