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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.

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First Day and Forest Bathing Hike at Mueller State Park

Jan

1

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First Day Forest Bathing

Wednesday, January 1

Mueller State Park

Enjoy a fresh start to 2025 by immersing in the wonder and healing nature offers through the practice of Forest Bathing/Shinrin-Yoku.
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First Day and Forest Bathing Hike at Mueller State Park

Jan

1

First Day Forest Bathing

Wednesday, January 1

Mueller State Park

Enjoy a fresh start to 2025 by immersing in the wonder and healing nature offers through the practice of Forest Bathing/Shinrin-Yoku.
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Jan

1

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First Day Hike

Wednesday, January 1

State Forest State Park

Start your year off on the right or left foot with a guided Snowshoe Hike. Leaving from the Moose Visitor Center at noon (12pm), we will hike the Gould Loop approximate 3⁄4 mile each way.
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Jan

1

First Day Hike

Wednesday, January 1

State Forest State Park

Start your year off on the right or left foot with a guided Snowshoe Hike. Leaving from the Moose Visitor Center at noon (12pm), we will hike the Gould Loop approximate 3⁄4 mile each way.
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People fishing on the frozen waters of Rifle Gap Reservoir.

Jan

11

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Ice Addiction Tournament- Rifle Gap Reservoir

Saturday, January 11

Rifle Gap State Park

Part of the Ice Addiction Tournament Series put on by Tightline Outdoors.
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People fishing on the frozen waters of Rifle Gap Reservoir.

Jan

11

Ice Addiction Tournament- Rifle Gap Reservoir

Saturday, January 11

Rifle Gap State Park

Part of the Ice Addiction Tournament Series put on by Tightline Outdoors.
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Jan

18

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Star Party with Colorado Springs Astronomical Society

Saturday, January 18

Cheyenne Mountain State Park

Mars is closest to Earth, Venus is furthest angle away from the Sun at Sunset and we have Saturn and Jupiter to view on a Moonless night. Let’s have a planet party!
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Jan

18

Star Party with Colorado Springs Astronomical Society

Saturday, January 18

Cheyenne Mountain State Park

Mars is closest to Earth, Venus is furthest angle away from the Sun at Sunset and we have Saturn and Jupiter to view on a Moonless night. Let’s have a planet party!
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Rabbit Brush plant during sunset at Highline Lake State Park

Jan

20

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Friends of Highline Lake Monthly Meeting

Monday, January 20

Highline Lake State Park

Join the Friends of Highline Lake for their monthly meeting. Friends meetings are open to the public and are a great way to support your local state park. The meeting will take place at the Visitor Center.
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Rabbit Brush plant during sunset at Highline Lake State Park

Jan

20

Friends of Highline Lake Monthly Meeting

Monday, January 20

Highline Lake State Park

Join the Friends of Highline Lake for their monthly meeting. Friends meetings are open to the public and are a great way to support your local state park. The meeting will take place at the Visitor Center.
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Ice fishing

Feb

10

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Ice Fishing Clinic

Monday, February 10

State Forest State Park

10 am-3 pm at North Michigan Reservoir. Bring your own gear, or we can provide poles and augers. Fishing license required for 16+. Dress for the weather!
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Ice fishing

Feb

10

Ice Fishing Clinic

Monday, February 10

State Forest State Park

10 am-3 pm at North Michigan Reservoir. Bring your own gear, or we can provide poles and augers. Fishing license required for 16+. Dress for the weather!
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Feb

22

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Potluck & Ski/ Snowshoe by Moonlight

Saturday, February 22

State Forest State Park

Enjoy your self-guided hike on the Gould Loop trail lit up under the full moon! Hike/snowshoe/cross-country ski to the Chocolate Cabin to enjoy the campfire.
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Feb

22

Potluck & Ski/ Snowshoe by Moonlight

Saturday, February 22

State Forest State Park

Enjoy your self-guided hike on the Gould Loop trail lit up under the full moon! Hike/snowshoe/cross-country ski to the Chocolate Cabin to enjoy the campfire.
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Mountain bike racer rides on the desert trails in Highline Lake State Park during the 18 Hours Biking Event

May

3

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18 Hours of Fruita

Saturday, May 3

Highline Lake State Park

One of the most beloved endurance events on the western slope. With a fast and fun singletrack lap located within the desert oasis of Highline Lake State Park, this a great race to kick off the summer season. 
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Mountain bike racer rides on the desert trails in Highline Lake State Park during the 18 Hours Biking Event

May

3

18 Hours of Fruita

Saturday, May 3

Highline Lake State Park

One of the most beloved endurance events on the western slope. With a fast and fun singletrack lap located within the desert oasis of Highline Lake State Park, this a great race to kick off the summer season. 
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Four kids jump and cheer as they finish an obstacle course during the a Kids Adventure Games event

May

31

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Kids Adventure Games - Desert Edition

Saturday, May 31

Highline Lake State Park

Team up. Tackle obstacles. Have fun. Our mission is to inspire and empower kids through exciting, challenging adventure races that emphasize teamwork, sportsmanship, critical thinking, perseverance, and ignite a passion for the outdoors. 
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Four kids jump and cheer as they finish an obstacle course during the a Kids Adventure Games event

May

31

Kids Adventure Games - Desert Edition

Saturday, May 31

Highline Lake State Park

Team up. Tackle obstacles. Have fun. Our mission is to inspire and empower kids through exciting, challenging adventure races that emphasize teamwork, sportsmanship, critical thinking, perseverance, and ignite a passion for the outdoors. 
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