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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.

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

Sign up for a class or clinic.

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Dec

21

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13th Annual Holiday Trail and Chili Cook-off with Santa

Saturday, December 21

Barr Lake State Park

Come take a stroll along our lighted trail with animated inflatables! We have crafts, hot cocoa, apple cider and snacks! Best of all, come meet Santa in the Nature Center when you’ve finished the hike!
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Dec

21

13th Annual Holiday Trail and Chili Cook-off with Santa

Saturday, December 21

Barr Lake State Park

Come take a stroll along our lighted trail with animated inflatables! We have crafts, hot cocoa, apple cider and snacks! Best of all, come meet Santa in the Nature Center when you’ve finished the hike!
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Dec

23

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Junior Naturalist - Winter Detectives

Monday, December 23

Mueller State Park

This is the first of a three part winter series that will continue in January and February. Discover what is special about winter.
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Dec

23

Junior Naturalist - Winter Detectives

Monday, December 23

Mueller State Park

This is the first of a three part winter series that will continue in January and February. Discover what is special about winter.
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Pronghorn in snow

Dec

27

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Winter Adaptations Drop-In Program

Friday, December 27

Cheyenne Mountain State Park

Join us at the Visitor Center where we will learn about how animals and plants are adapted to survive the winter! 
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Pronghorn in snow

Dec

27

Winter Adaptations Drop-In Program

Friday, December 27

Cheyenne Mountain State Park

Join us at the Visitor Center where we will learn about how animals and plants are adapted to survive the winter! 
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Dec

28

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Guided Hike Elk Meadow

Saturday, December 28

Mueller State Park

Get outside and move with this post holiday hike.
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Dec

28

Guided Hike Elk Meadow

Saturday, December 28

Mueller State Park

Get outside and move with this post holiday hike.
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Dec

30

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Wapiti Snowshoe Hike

Monday, December 30

Mueller State Park

Enjoy a short hike involving snowshoes and learn how some animals can "float” across the snow.
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Dec

30

Wapiti Snowshoe Hike

Monday, December 30

Mueller State Park

Enjoy a short hike involving snowshoes and learn how some animals can "float” across the snow.
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Dec

30

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Winter Adaptations

Monday, December 30

Mueller State Park

How do animals and plants adapt for winter? Come learn during this program and then create a plant/animal based on what you learned. Event at the Visitor Center Auditorium.
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Dec

30

Winter Adaptations

Monday, December 30

Mueller State Park

How do animals and plants adapt for winter? Come learn during this program and then create a plant/animal based on what you learned. Event at the Visitor Center Auditorium.
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First Day Hikes

Jan

1

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First Day Hikes

Wednesday, January 1

Celebrate the new year by hiking at a Colorado state park. First Day Hikes offer a chance to start the new year off on the right foot by exercising in nature. Each participating state park offers a unique opportunity to enjoy self-guided hikes, scavenger hunts, or limited capacity guided hikes.
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First Day Hikes

Jan

1

First Day Hikes

Wednesday, January 1

Celebrate the new year by hiking at a Colorado state park. First Day Hikes offer a chance to start the new year off on the right foot by exercising in nature. Each participating state park offers a unique opportunity to enjoy self-guided hikes, scavenger hunts, or limited capacity guided hikes.
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Jan

1

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Nature Detectives: Who Stole the Milky Way? (First Day Hike)

Wednesday, January 1

Highline Lake State Park

Calling all Nature Detectives! On January 1, 2025, Grand Valley residents reported the Milky Way was missing from the night sky. Can you help our nocturnal wildlife and return it to its rightful place?
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Jan

1

Nature Detectives: Who Stole the Milky Way? (First Day Hike)

Wednesday, January 1

Highline Lake State Park

Calling all Nature Detectives! On January 1, 2025, Grand Valley residents reported the Milky Way was missing from the night sky. Can you help our nocturnal wildlife and return it to its rightful place?
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Blue Heron Reservoir

Jan

1

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First Day Hikes

Wednesday, January 1

St. Vrain State Park

There will be two hikes, both around 1 1/2 miles. Coffee, swag, and a warm fire will be available to all hikers while supplies last.
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Blue Heron Reservoir

Jan

1

First Day Hikes

Wednesday, January 1

St. Vrain State Park

There will be two hikes, both around 1 1/2 miles. Coffee, swag, and a warm fire will be available to all hikers while supplies last.
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