Don't have the gear? No problem.
Many parks let you borrow what you need — from fishing poles and tackle boxes to tents, camp chairs, stoves, and coolers. Grab a family activity backpack loaded with bug boxes, magnifiers, binoculars, and nature journals, or pick up snowshoes and life jackets for winter and water adventures. Accessible adaptive equipment like paddleboards, swim chairs, and track chairs is available too, so everyone can enjoy the outdoors. Just ask at the visitor center and get exploring.
Don't have the gear? No problem.
Many parks let you borrow what you need — from fishing poles and tackle boxes to tents, camp chairs, stoves, and coolers. Grab a family activity backpack loaded with bug boxes, magnifiers, binoculars, and nature journals, or pick up snowshoes and life jackets for winter and water adventures. Accessible adaptive equipment like paddleboards, swim chairs, and track chairs is available too, so everyone can enjoy the outdoors. Just ask at the visitor center and get exploring.
CPW Events
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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Apr
2
Northwest Colorado HPP Meeting: April 2, 2026
Apr 2, 2026 · 5:30pm
The purpose of the Habitat Partnership Program (HPP) is to reduce wildlife conflicts, particularly those associated with forage...
Apr
3
State Trails Committee Meeting: April 3, 2026
Apr 3, 2026 · 9:00am
The State Recreational Trails Committee reviews, scores, and ranks grant applications and formulates funding recommendations to...
Apr
11
Star Party at Jackson Lake!
Apr 11, 2026 · 8:15pm
Jackson Lake State Park
The Northern Colorado Astro Society will bring out their telescopes and share their knowledge while they point towards stars, planets , and galaxies through out the night during an informal star gazing gathering.
Apr
11
Star Party at Jackson Lake!
Apr 11, 2026 · 8:15pm
Jackson Lake State Park
The Northern Colorado Astro Society will bring out their telescopes and share their knowledge while they point towards stars, planets , and galaxies through out the night during an informal star gazing gathering.
Apr
16
Colorado Wildlife Council/Hunter & Angler Subcommittee Meeting: April 16th, 2026
Apr 16, 2026 · 10:00am
The Colorado Wildlife Council was created in state law by the Colorado legislature in 1998. The council’s mission is to educate...
Apr
23
Outdoor Equity Grant Program Board Meeting: April 23, 2026
Apr 23, 2026 · 1:00pm
The board is responsible for the governance of the grant program and may award grants to applicants that will directly utilize...
Apr
23
Denver Firearms Public Meeting
Apr 23, 2026 · 6:00pm
Signed into law on April 10, 2025, SB25-003 requires individuals to complete a firearms safety course before purchasing or transferring certain specified semiautomatic firearms after the law takes effect. CPW is responsible for implementing the program, including developing course standards, maintaining eligibility records, and coordinating with county sheriffs, certified course instructors and licensed firearms dealers.
CPW is hosting a meeting for the public at CPW Headquarters in the Hunter Education Building. At this meeting, CPW staff will share information and address questions.
Apr
23
Denver Firearms Public Meeting
Apr 23, 2026 · 6:00pm
Signed into law on April 10, 2025, SB25-003 requires individuals to complete a firearms safety course before purchasing or transferring certain specified semiautomatic firearms after the law takes effect. CPW is responsible for implementing the program, including developing course standards, maintaining eligibility records, and coordinating with county sheriffs, certified course instructors and licensed firearms dealers.
CPW is hosting a meeting for the public at CPW Headquarters in the Hunter Education Building. At this meeting, CPW staff will share information and address questions.
May
4
Southwest Firearms Public Meeting
May 4, 2026 · 5:00pm
Signed into law on April 10, 2025, SB25-003 requires individuals to complete a firearms safety course before purchasing or transferring certain specified semiautomatic firearms after the law takes effect. CPW is responsible for implementing the program, including developing course standards, maintaining eligibility records, and coordinating with county sheriffs, certified course instructors and licensed firearms dealers.
CPW is hosting a meeting for the public at Exhibit Hall, La Plata County Fairgrounds. At this meeting, CPW staff will share information and address questions.
May
4
Southwest Firearms Public Meeting
May 4, 2026 · 5:00pm
Signed into law on April 10, 2025, SB25-003 requires individuals to complete a firearms safety course before purchasing or transferring certain specified semiautomatic firearms after the law takes effect. CPW is responsible for implementing the program, including developing course standards, maintaining eligibility records, and coordinating with county sheriffs, certified course instructors and licensed firearms dealers.
CPW is hosting a meeting for the public at Exhibit Hall, La Plata County Fairgrounds. At this meeting, CPW staff will share information and address questions.
May
6
Parks and Wildlife Commission Meeting: May 6-7, 2026
May 6, 2026 · 8:30am
The Colorado Parks and Wildlife Commission is a citizen board, appointed by the Governor, which sets regulations and policies...
May
6
Uncompahgre HPP Meeting: May 6, 2026
May 6, 2026 · 6:30pm
The purpose of the Habitat Partnership Program (HPP) is to reduce wildlife conflicts, particularly those associated with forage...