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

Two Boys Ice Fishing during the Eleven Mile Winter Festival

Mar

14

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Ice Fishing 101

Mar 14, 2026 · 9:00am

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...

Two Boys Ice Fishing during the Eleven Mile Winter Festival

Mar

14

Ice Fishing 101

Mar 14, 2026 · 9:00am

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...

Mar

14

Registration Required:

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Leave No Trace Table Talk

Mar 14, 2026 · 10:00am

Roxborough State Park

Join our Leave No Trace team members at a monthly table talk featuring one or more of the 7 Principles of Outdoor Ethics!

Mar

14

Leave No Trace Table Talk

Mar 14, 2026 · 10:00am

Roxborough State Park

Join our Leave No Trace team members at a monthly table talk featuring one or more of the 7 Principles of Outdoor Ethics!

Winter Recreation Media Kit Image: Snowshoeing

Mar

14

Registration Required:

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Intro to Winter Hiking

Mar 14, 2026 · 1:00pm

Mueller State Park

Winter hiking brings unique challenges and beauty. Learn how to safely travel the trails in snow and cold temps.

Winter Recreation Media Kit Image: Snowshoeing

Mar

14

Intro to Winter Hiking

Mar 14, 2026 · 1:00pm

Mueller State Park

Winter hiking brings unique challenges and beauty. Learn how to safely travel the trails in snow and cold temps.

Mar

15

Registration Required:

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Guided bird walk

Mar 15, 2026 · 8:30am

Roxborough State Park

Grab your bird book and binoculars and join us for bird watching adventures!

Mar

15

Guided bird walk

Mar 15, 2026 · 8:30am

Roxborough State Park

Grab your bird book and binoculars and join us for bird watching adventures!

Person ice fishing on a frozen lake, smiling and holding a trout

Mar

15

Registration Required:

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Ice Fishing 101

Mar 15, 2026 · 9:00am

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...

Person ice fishing on a frozen lake, smiling and holding a trout

Mar

15

Ice Fishing 101

Mar 15, 2026 · 9:00am

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...

State Forest State Park. Photo by Delli Veneri.

Mar

15

Registration Required:

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Junior Rangers in the Forest

Mar 15, 2026 · 11:00am

Mueller State Park

Explore Mueller's forests and earn a Junior Ranger badge.

State Forest State Park. Photo by Delli Veneri.

Mar

15

Junior Rangers in the Forest

Mar 15, 2026 · 11:00am

Mueller State Park

Explore Mueller's forests and earn a Junior Ranger badge.

CWC Meeting Logo

Mar

18

Colorado Wildlife Council Planning Retreat: March 18th-19th 2026

Mar 18, 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...

Policy and Planning
Colorado Parks and Wildlife Logo with words Habitat Partnership Program Meeting

Mar

18

Middle Park HPP Meeting: March 18, 2026

Mar 18, 2026 · 1:00pm

The purpose of the Habitat Partnership Program (HPP) is to reduce wildlife conflicts, particularly those associated with forage...

Commission and Committee Meeting
CPW Volunteers Logo

Mar

19

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Volunteer Welcome Session - Northeast Region

Mar 19, 2026 · 6:00pm

This welcome and information session will give folks who are curious about volunteering with Colorado Parks and Wildlife a...

CPW Volunteers Logo

Mar

19

Volunteer Welcome Session - Northeast Region

Mar 19, 2026 · 6:00pm

This welcome and information session will give folks who are curious about volunteering with Colorado Parks and Wildlife a...