Two women and a group of children fish off a pier

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.

Two women and a group of children fish off a pier

Two women and a group of children fish off a pier

Two women and a group of children fish off a pier

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.

Are you looking for a Hunter Education Course, Boating Safety Course, Clinic, or Seminar​?​​

Filterable Event List

Man ice fishing holding Rainbow Trout.

Mar

28

Registration Required:

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Ice Fishing 101

Mar 28, 2026 · 10:00am

Staunton State Park

Ever wanted to give ice fishing a try but didn't know where to start? Are you new to ice fishing and looking for some tips to...

Man ice fishing holding Rainbow Trout.

Mar

28

Ice Fishing 101

Mar 28, 2026 · 10:00am

Staunton State Park

Ever wanted to give ice fishing a try but didn't know where to start? Are you new to ice fishing and looking for some tips to...

Roxborough Puppet Theater stage set up for winter

Mar

28

Registration Required:

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Puppet Theater

Mar 28, 2026 · 10:00am

Roxborough State Park

Roxborough puppets present short stories of wildlife: conservation, feeding behaviors, habitats, ecosystems and adaptations.

Roxborough Puppet Theater stage set up for winter

Mar

28

Puppet Theater

Mar 28, 2026 · 10:00am

Roxborough State Park

Roxborough puppets present short stories of wildlife: conservation, feeding behaviors, habitats, ecosystems and adaptations.

Colorado Parks and Wildlife Logo with words Habitat Partnership Program Meeting

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...

Commission and Committee Meeting
State Recreational Trails Committee meeting logo

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...

Commission and Committee Meeting
Night Sky at Pearl Lake State Park

Apr

11

Registration Required:

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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...

Night Sky at Pearl Lake State Park

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...

CWC Meeting Logo

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...

Commission and Committee Meeting
Logo

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...

Commission and Committee Meeting
Firearms Public Meeting logo.

Apr

23

Registration Required:

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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...

Policy and Planning
Firearms Public Meeting logo.

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...

Policy and Planning
Firearms Public Meeting logo.

May

4

Registration Required:

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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...

Policy and Planning
Firearms Public Meeting logo.

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...

Policy and Planning