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​?​​

Beaver

Jun

28

Registration Required:

Please register for this event.

Bring Back the Beaver Talk

Saturday, June 28

Mueller State Park

Learn all about beavers and their huge impact on the environment.
Beaver

Jun

28

Bring Back the Beaver Talk

Saturday, June 28

Mueller State Park

Learn all about beavers and their huge impact on the environment.
An old partially breaking down wood cabin. It is on the edge of an open field and has a sign on the front that says danger keep out.

Jun

29

Registration Required:

Please register for this event.

Historic Hike

Sunday, June 29

Mueller State Park

Enjoy a 3 mile, guided hike past the historic Cheesman Ranch & remnants of the Cahill Cabin.
An old partially breaking down wood cabin. It is on the edge of an open field and has a sign on the front that says danger keep out.

Jun

29

Historic Hike

Sunday, June 29

Mueller State Park

Enjoy a 3 mile, guided hike past the historic Cheesman Ranch & remnants of the Cahill Cabin.

Jun

29

Registration Required:

Please register for this event.

Jr. Naturalist-Summer Begins

Sunday, June 29

Mueller State Park

Summer isn't just fun because school is out. Bring your kiddos and let them discover what makes summer special.

Jun

29

Jr. Naturalist-Summer Begins

Sunday, June 29

Mueller State Park

Summer isn't just fun because school is out. Bring your kiddos and let them discover what makes summer special.
CPW staff help children learn to use fishing rods.

Jun

30

Registration Required:

Please register for this event.

Fishing 101 - Staunton State Park

Monday, June 30

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.
CPW staff help children learn to use fishing rods.

Jun

30

Fishing 101 - Staunton State Park

Monday, June 30

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.

Jul

1

Registration Required:

Please register for this event.

Staunton State Park Management Plan Virtual Public Meeting

Tuesday, July 1

Staunton State Park

Join us for a virtual meeting to discuss the new Park Management Plan for Staunton State Park!

Jul

1

Staunton State Park Management Plan Virtual Public Meeting

Tuesday, July 1

Staunton State Park

Join us for a virtual meeting to discuss the new Park Management Plan for Staunton State Park!
Children wearing bike helmets staring down at a table full of craft supplies.

Jul

2

Registration Required:

Please register for this event.

Junior Rangers Program • Buena Vista

Wednesday, July 2

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.

Jul

2

Junior Rangers Program • Buena Vista

Wednesday, July 2

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.

Jul

2

Registration Required:

Please register for this event.

Junior Rangers Program • Salida

Wednesday, July 2

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.

Jul

2

Junior Rangers Program • Salida

Wednesday, July 2

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.

Jul

5

Registration Required:

Please register for this event.

Ridgway Reservoir Smallmouth Bass Classic Tournament

Saturday, July 5

Ridgway State Park

Colorado Parks and Wildlife invites you to the annual Ridgway Reservoir Smallmouth Bass Classic at Ridgway State Park. Anglers of all ages are encouraged to participate.

Jul

5

Ridgway Reservoir Smallmouth Bass Classic Tournament

Saturday, July 5

Ridgway State Park

Colorado Parks and Wildlife invites you to the annual Ridgway Reservoir Smallmouth Bass Classic at Ridgway State Park. Anglers of all ages are encouraged to participate.

Jul

5

Registration Required:

Please register for this event.

Live Snakes!

Saturday, July 5

Trinidad Lake State Park

Join naturalist, Bob Kennemer and his live snakes! 

Jul

5

Live Snakes!

Saturday, July 5

Trinidad Lake State Park

Join naturalist, Bob Kennemer and his live snakes!