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​?​​

Children wearing bike helmets staring down at a table full of craft supplies.

Jun

25

Registration Required:

Please register for this event.

Junior Rangers Program • Buena Vista

Wednesday, June 25

Arkansas Headwaters Recreation Area

Give your kids a summer of outdoor adventure and learning with FREE educational programs from the Arkansas Headwaters Recreation Area! Our popular Jr. Rangers program (ages 5-11) is back in both Salida and Buena Vista, offering engaging activities that help kids connect with nature. For our youngest park enthusiasts, Tots on Fridays (ages 2-4) provides a special interactive experience in Salida – just remember, an adult needs to be present for these nature-filled Fridays! All programs are free, educational, and perfect for fostering a love for the outdoors.  Don't miss out!  Spaces are limited, so please be sure to register in order to secure your spot.
Children wearing bike helmets staring down at a table full of craft supplies.

Jun

25

Junior Rangers Program • Buena Vista

Wednesday, June 25

Arkansas Headwaters Recreation Area

Give your kids a summer of outdoor adventure and learning with FREE educational programs from the Arkansas Headwaters Recreation Area! Our popular Jr. Rangers program (ages 5-11) is back in both Salida and Buena Vista, offering engaging activities that help kids connect with nature. For our youngest park enthusiasts, Tots on Fridays (ages 2-4) provides a special interactive experience in Salida – just remember, an adult needs to be present for these nature-filled Fridays! All programs are free, educational, and perfect for fostering a love for the outdoors.  Don't miss out!  Spaces are limited, so please be sure to register in order to secure your spot.
Children wearing bike helmets staring down at a table full of craft supplies.

Jun

25

Registration Required:

Please register for this event.

Junior Rangers Program • Salida

Wednesday, June 25

Arkansas Headwaters Recreation Area

Give your kids a summer of outdoor adventure and learning with FREE educational programs from the Arkansas Headwaters Recreation Area! Our popular Jr. Rangers program (ages 5-11) is back in both Salida and Buena Vista, offering engaging activities that help kids connect with nature. For our youngest park enthusiasts, Tots on Fridays (ages 2-4) provides a special interactive experience in Salida – just remember, an adult needs to be present for these nature-filled Fridays! All programs are free, educational, and perfect for fostering a love for the outdoors.  Don't miss out!  Spaces are limited, so please be sure to register in order to secure your spot.
Children wearing bike helmets staring down at a table full of craft supplies.

Jun

25

Junior Rangers Program • Salida

Wednesday, June 25

Arkansas Headwaters Recreation Area

Give your kids a summer of outdoor adventure and learning with FREE educational programs from the Arkansas Headwaters Recreation Area! Our popular Jr. Rangers program (ages 5-11) is back in both Salida and Buena Vista, offering engaging activities that help kids connect with nature. For our youngest park enthusiasts, Tots on Fridays (ages 2-4) provides a special interactive experience in Salida – just remember, an adult needs to be present for these nature-filled Fridays! All programs are free, educational, and perfect for fostering a love for the outdoors.  Don't miss out!  Spaces are limited, so please be sure to register in order to secure your spot.

Jun

25

Registration Required:

Please register for this event.

Dark Sky Walk

Wednesday, June 25

Mueller State Park

Look up and learn about what you can see at night in the sky.

Jun

25

Dark Sky Walk

Wednesday, June 25

Mueller State Park

Look up and learn about what you can see at night in the sky.
A group of teachers at the Durango OUT workshop.

Jun

26

Registration Required:

Please register for this event.

Durango OUT ‘WILD About Fish’ Workshop

Thursday, June 26

In this free interactive professional development workshop, K-12 teachers will explore local fish and aquatic ecosystems through practical, engaging strategies to bring back to the classroom. CPW biology and hatchery experts will be there to share insights on fish ecology, management practices, and current threats to native species to deepen science connections and place-based learning. Participants will take part in hands-on activities, receive the Aquatic WILD curriculum guide, and leave with ready-to-use resources to support teaching.
A group of teachers at the Durango OUT workshop.

Jun

26

Durango OUT ‘WILD About Fish’ Workshop

Thursday, June 26

In this free interactive professional development workshop, K-12 teachers will explore local fish and aquatic ecosystems through practical, engaging strategies to bring back to the classroom. CPW biology and hatchery experts will be there to share insights on fish ecology, management practices, and current threats to native species to deepen science connections and place-based learning. Participants will take part in hands-on activities, receive the Aquatic WILD curriculum guide, and leave with ready-to-use resources to support teaching.

Jun

26

Registration Required:

Please register for this event.

Little Naturalists: In a Grasshoppers World

Thursday, June 26

Lake Pueblo State Park

Join us at Lake Pueblo State Park for Little Naturalists: In a Grasshopper’s World. This program is designed for preschool aged children and their grown-ups.

Jun

26

Little Naturalists: In a Grasshoppers World

Thursday, June 26

Lake Pueblo State Park

Join us at Lake Pueblo State Park for Little Naturalists: In a Grasshopper’s World. This program is designed for preschool aged children and their grown-ups.
Kids making crafts at state park event

Jun

26

Registration Required:

Please register for this event.

Toddler Story Time

Thursday, June 26

Barr Lake State Park

Join us at Barr Lake's Nature Center for a story time program, including a craft, activity, and a snack! Each month will feature a different nature themed program, come and learn about our natural world in a fun and dynamic way. Spots are limited. Please only register the child.
Kids making crafts at state park event

Jun

26

Toddler Story Time

Thursday, June 26

Barr Lake State Park

Join us at Barr Lake's Nature Center for a story time program, including a craft, activity, and a snack! Each month will feature a different nature themed program, come and learn about our natural world in a fun and dynamic way. Spots are limited. Please only register the child.
Colorful fishing poles for a fishing clinic while a young angler fishes in the background.

Jun

26

Registration Required:

Please register for this event.

Fishing 101 Clinic

Thursday, June 26

Staunton State Park

Learn to fish at Staunton State Park with CPW staff and volunteers.
Colorful fishing poles for a fishing clinic while a young angler fishes in the background.

Jun

26

Fishing 101 Clinic

Thursday, June 26

Staunton State Park

Learn to fish at Staunton State Park with CPW staff and volunteers.

Jun

27

Registration Required:

Please register for this event.

Junior Rangers: Insect Inspection

Friday, June 27

Lake Pueblo State Park

Become a Lake Pueblo State Park Junior Ranger!

Jun

27

Junior Rangers: Insect Inspection

Friday, June 27

Lake Pueblo State Park

Become a Lake Pueblo State Park Junior Ranger!
Fly Fishing

Jun

27

Registration Required:

Please register for this event.

Basic Fly Fishing

Friday, June 27

Mueller State Park

Learn how to fly fish! All equipment is provided.
Fly Fishing

Jun

27

Basic Fly Fishing

Friday, June 27

Mueller State Park

Learn how to fly fish! All equipment is provided.