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​?​​

Nov

26

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Mueller’s Video Premiere

Tuesday, November 26

Mueller State Park

Come see the new Mueller State Park history video completed in 2024. This is a great update that includes additional information and stunning images. Showings are about 25 minutes long.

Nov

26

Mueller’s Video Premiere

Tuesday, November 26

Mueller State Park

Come see the new Mueller State Park history video completed in 2024. This is a great update that includes additional information and stunning images. Showings are about 25 minutes long.

Nov

27

Registration Required:

Please register for this event.

Mysteries of Mueller

Wednesday, November 27

Mueller State Park

Who says smores are only good in the summer? Enjoy an after lunch dessert by the fire while listening to lore and mysterious stories about the area in and around the park. A reminder that camper services is closed, so use the restroom before arriving.

Nov

27

Mysteries of Mueller

Wednesday, November 27

Mueller State Park

Who says smores are only good in the summer? Enjoy an after lunch dessert by the fire while listening to lore and mysterious stories about the area in and around the park. A reminder that camper services is closed, so use the restroom before arriving.

Nov

28

Registration Required:

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Ute Creation Story

Thursday, November 28

Mueller State Park

There are many different perspectives on creation. Celebrate Native American Heritage Day by learning about Ute culture and their creation stories told throughout time. It is important to note that the story will not be told by someone of indigenous culture. The story and resources have been approved for educational purposes by Colorado’s Ute tribes.

Nov

28

Ute Creation Story

Thursday, November 28

Mueller State Park

There are many different perspectives on creation. Celebrate Native American Heritage Day by learning about Ute culture and their creation stories told throughout time. It is important to note that the story will not be told by someone of indigenous culture. The story and resources have been approved for educational purposes by Colorado’s Ute tribes.

Nov

29

Registration Required:

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Great Waddle Walk-Off/Fresh Air Friday

Friday, November 29

Barr Lake State Park

Thanksgiving is a special time for friends and family to gather together for relaxation and fun! 

Nov

29

Great Waddle Walk-Off/Fresh Air Friday

Friday, November 29

Barr Lake State Park

Thanksgiving is a special time for friends and family to gather together for relaxation and fun! 

Nov

29

Registration Required:

Please register for this event.

Fresh Air Friday Hike – Native American Heritage

Friday, November 29

State Forest State Park

Walk off that Thanksgiving feast with a Ranger on a guided Hike – snowshoes may be needed! We will talk about the Native Americans that inhabited our area. Leaving from the Moose Visitor Center at noon (12pm), hike the Gould Loop approximate 3⁄4 mile each way.

Nov

29

Fresh Air Friday Hike – Native American Heritage

Friday, November 29

State Forest State Park

Walk off that Thanksgiving feast with a Ranger on a guided Hike – snowshoes may be needed! We will talk about the Native Americans that inhabited our area. Leaving from the Moose Visitor Center at noon (12pm), hike the Gould Loop approximate 3⁄4 mile each way.

Dec

1

Registration Required:

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Yoga at the Gazebo

Sunday, December 1

Barr Lake State Park

All Levels Yoga

Dec

1

Yoga at the Gazebo

Sunday, December 1

Barr Lake State Park

All Levels Yoga

Dec

4

Registration Required:

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Weekday Birding Hike

Wednesday, December 4

Barr Lake State Park

Join volunteer naturalists Candice and Tim for a walk in the park!

Dec

4

Weekday Birding Hike

Wednesday, December 4

Barr Lake State Park

Join volunteer naturalists Candice and Tim for a walk in the park!

Dec

6

Registration Required:

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Christmas Tree/Open House

Friday, December 6

State Forest State Park

Choose and cut your perfect fresh Christmas tree! Pick up your Forest Service cutting permit $10 (per tree) at the Moose Visitor Center and we will direct you to the designated tree cutting area in our Park. Bring all your supplies to cut and carry the tree home! Enjoy hot cocoa at the Visitor Center from 9-4.

Dec

6

Christmas Tree/Open House

Friday, December 6

State Forest State Park

Choose and cut your perfect fresh Christmas tree! Pick up your Forest Service cutting permit $10 (per tree) at the Moose Visitor Center and we will direct you to the designated tree cutting area in our Park. Bring all your supplies to cut and carry the tree home! Enjoy hot cocoa at the Visitor Center from 9-4.

Dec

6

Registration Required:

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Happy Holidays Toddler Party

Friday, December 6

Barr Lake State Park

This is a celebration for our little friends to come and ring in the holidays Toddler Style.

Dec

6

Happy Holidays Toddler Party

Friday, December 6

Barr Lake State Park

This is a celebration for our little friends to come and ring in the holidays Toddler Style.