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​?​​

May

14

Registration Required:

Please register for this event.

Wildflower Wednesday Hike

Wednesday, May 14

Cheyenne Mountain State Park

Please join us for Wildflower Wednesday, where we will hunt for and discuss "what is blooming” on various trails in the park. The hike is led by a volunteer naturalist, well-versed in the park's trails and botany.

May

14

Wildflower Wednesday Hike

Wednesday, May 14

Cheyenne Mountain State Park

Please join us for Wildflower Wednesday, where we will hunt for and discuss "what is blooming” on various trails in the park. The hike is led by a volunteer naturalist, well-versed in the park's trails and botany.

May

15

Registration Required:

Please register for this event.

Little Naturalists: Windy Days

Thursday, May 15

Lake Pueblo State Park

Join us at Lake Pueblo State Park for Little Naturalists: Windy Days! This program is designed for preschool age children and their grown-ups.

May

15

Little Naturalists: Windy Days

Thursday, May 15

Lake Pueblo State Park

Join us at Lake Pueblo State Park for Little Naturalists: Windy Days! This program is designed for preschool age children and their grown-ups.
CPW staff help children learn to use fishing rods.

May

15

Registration Required:

Please register for this event.

Learn to Fish at Staunton State Park

Thursday, May 15

Staunton State Park

Learn to fish at Staunton State Park with CPW staff and volunteers.  All equipment will be provided if you don't have your own. Clinic will be held at the Davis Ponds, no registration necessary, just drop by and give fishing a try anytime between 10am and 2pm.  Park pass fees apply and fishing licenses are required for anyone 16 or older.
CPW staff help children learn to use fishing rods.

May

15

Learn to Fish at Staunton State Park

Thursday, May 15

Staunton State Park

Learn to fish at Staunton State Park with CPW staff and volunteers.  All equipment will be provided if you don't have your own. Clinic will be held at the Davis Ponds, no registration necessary, just drop by and give fishing a try anytime between 10am and 2pm.  Park pass fees apply and fishing licenses are required for anyone 16 or older.
Children wearing bike helmets staring down at a table full of craft supplies.

May

16

Registration Required:

Please register for this event.

Nature Crafts

Friday, May 16

Mueller State Park

Fun crafts for kids!
Children wearing bike helmets staring down at a table full of craft supplies.

May

16

Nature Crafts

Friday, May 16

Mueller State Park

Fun crafts for kids!
Crappie Fishing Clinic - CPW staff assists young angler

May

17

Registration Required:

Please register for this event.

Bass and Crappie Fishing 101

Saturday, May 17

This will be a warm water fishing clinic focusing on Crappie and Bass. It will take place on a short section of a small reservoir dam and will run from 8-12. I will provide all the equipment (bait, poles, etc...), but you can bring your own equipment if you prefer.
Crappie Fishing Clinic - CPW staff assists young angler

May

17

Bass and Crappie Fishing 101

Saturday, May 17

This will be a warm water fishing clinic focusing on Crappie and Bass. It will take place on a short section of a small reservoir dam and will run from 8-12. I will provide all the equipment (bait, poles, etc...), but you can bring your own equipment if you prefer.

May

17

Registration Required:

Please register for this event.

Castlewood Canyon Star Party and Sun-Day

Saturday, May 17

Castlewood Canyon State Park

Discover the Universe at Castlewood Canyon! Star Party & Sun-Day | May 17 | 9 AM–12 PM & 8:30–10:30 PM Join us for a day (and night) of celestial fun! Sun-Day (9 AM–12 PM): View the Sun safely through solar telescopes, explore fun science stations, and learn all about our closest star. Star Party (8:30–10:30 PM): After sunset, explore the night sky with telescopes and expert astronomers—see planets, constellations, and more! Where: Castlewood Canyon State Park Admission: Free with a Parks Pass, or if you have the KCW pass All ages welcome—bring your curiosity and dress for the weather! Special thanks to the Colorado Springs Astronomical Society for hosting this stellar event!

May

17

Castlewood Canyon Star Party and Sun-Day

Saturday, May 17

Castlewood Canyon State Park

Discover the Universe at Castlewood Canyon! Star Party & Sun-Day | May 17 | 9 AM–12 PM & 8:30–10:30 PM Join us for a day (and night) of celestial fun! Sun-Day (9 AM–12 PM): View the Sun safely through solar telescopes, explore fun science stations, and learn all about our closest star. Star Party (8:30–10:30 PM): After sunset, explore the night sky with telescopes and expert astronomers—see planets, constellations, and more! Where: Castlewood Canyon State Park Admission: Free with a Parks Pass, or if you have the KCW pass All ages welcome—bring your curiosity and dress for the weather! Special thanks to the Colorado Springs Astronomical Society for hosting this stellar event!

May

17

Registration Required:

Please register for this event.

Trail Maintenance and Restoration Training

Saturday, May 17

Lathrop State Park

This skills training is designed for volunteer trail stewards and crew leaders who want to take an active role in maintaining and protecting mountain biking trails in Huerfano and Las Animas Counties.

May

17

Trail Maintenance and Restoration Training

Saturday, May 17

Lathrop State Park

This skills training is designed for volunteer trail stewards and crew leaders who want to take an active role in maintaining and protecting mountain biking trails in Huerfano and Las Animas Counties.

May

17

Registration Required:

Please register for this event.

Birding Hike - Weekend

Saturday, May 17

Barr Lake State Park

Join volunteer naturalists Tammy and Ira for a birding walk in the park. Learn about birds and other natural wonders at Barr Lake. This walk will to introduce park visitors and birders of all levels of experience to the park birds and anything else you happen to see. Registration is encouraged, but if you want to join us last minute please feel free to do so. 

May

17

Birding Hike - Weekend

Saturday, May 17

Barr Lake State Park

Join volunteer naturalists Tammy and Ira for a birding walk in the park. Learn about birds and other natural wonders at Barr Lake. This walk will to introduce park visitors and birders of all levels of experience to the park birds and anything else you happen to see. Registration is encouraged, but if you want to join us last minute please feel free to do so. 
Common Side-Blotched Lizard, NPS

May

17

Registration Required:

Please register for this event.

Kids to Parks Day: Junior Ranger Hike

Saturday, May 17

Highline Lake State Park

We are celebrating #KidsToParksDay, are you? Join us for a Junior Ranger hike and work toward earning your badge. We will meet at the Day Use Restroom building above the Lakeview Swim Beach. Don't forget water, hiking shoes, and weather appropriate clothing.
Common Side-Blotched Lizard, NPS

May

17

Kids to Parks Day: Junior Ranger Hike

Saturday, May 17

Highline Lake State Park

We are celebrating #KidsToParksDay, are you? Join us for a Junior Ranger hike and work toward earning your badge. We will meet at the Day Use Restroom building above the Lakeview Swim Beach. Don't forget water, hiking shoes, and weather appropriate clothing.