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​?​​

Jun

25

Registration Required:

Please register for this event.

Dark Sky Walk

Wednesday, June 25

Mueller State Park

Look up and learn about what you can see at night in the sky.

Jun

25

Dark Sky Walk

Wednesday, June 25

Mueller State Park

Look up and learn about what you can see at night in the sky.
A group of teachers at the Durango OUT workshop.

Jun

26

Registration Required:

Please register for this event.

Durango OUT ‘WILD About Fish’ Workshop

Thursday, June 26

In this free interactive professional development workshop, K-12 teachers will explore local fish and aquatic ecosystems through practical, engaging strategies to bring back to the classroom. CPW biology and hatchery experts will be there to share insights on fish ecology, management practices, and current threats to native species to deepen science connections and place-based learning. Participants will take part in hands-on activities, receive the Aquatic WILD curriculum guide, and leave with ready-to-use resources to support teaching.
A group of teachers at the Durango OUT workshop.

Jun

26

Durango OUT ‘WILD About Fish’ Workshop

Thursday, June 26

In this free interactive professional development workshop, K-12 teachers will explore local fish and aquatic ecosystems through practical, engaging strategies to bring back to the classroom. CPW biology and hatchery experts will be there to share insights on fish ecology, management practices, and current threats to native species to deepen science connections and place-based learning. Participants will take part in hands-on activities, receive the Aquatic WILD curriculum guide, and leave with ready-to-use resources to support teaching.

Jun

26

Registration Required:

Please register for this event.

Little Naturalists: In a Grasshoppers World

Thursday, June 26

Lake Pueblo State Park

Join us at Lake Pueblo State Park for Little Naturalists: In a Grasshopper’s World. This program is designed for preschool aged children and their grown-ups.

Jun

26

Little Naturalists: In a Grasshoppers World

Thursday, June 26

Lake Pueblo State Park

Join us at Lake Pueblo State Park for Little Naturalists: In a Grasshopper’s World. This program is designed for preschool aged children and their grown-ups.
Kids making crafts at state park event

Jun

26

Registration Required:

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Toddler Story Time

Thursday, June 26

Barr Lake State Park

Join us at Barr Lake's Nature Center for a story time program, including a craft, activity, and a snack! Each month will feature a different nature themed program, come and learn about our natural world in a fun and dynamic way. Spots are limited. Please only register the child.
Kids making crafts at state park event

Jun

26

Toddler Story Time

Thursday, June 26

Barr Lake State Park

Join us at Barr Lake's Nature Center for a story time program, including a craft, activity, and a snack! Each month will feature a different nature themed program, come and learn about our natural world in a fun and dynamic way. Spots are limited. Please only register the child.
Colorful fishing poles for a fishing clinic while a young angler fishes in the background.

Jun

26

Registration Required:

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Fishing 101 Clinic

Thursday, June 26

Staunton State Park

Learn to fish at Staunton State Park with CPW staff and volunteers.
Colorful fishing poles for a fishing clinic while a young angler fishes in the background.

Jun

26

Fishing 101 Clinic

Thursday, June 26

Staunton State Park

Learn to fish at Staunton State Park with CPW staff and volunteers.

Jun

27

Registration Required:

Please register for this event.

Junior Rangers: Insect Inspection

Friday, June 27

Lake Pueblo State Park

Become a Lake Pueblo State Park Junior Ranger!

Jun

27

Junior Rangers: Insect Inspection

Friday, June 27

Lake Pueblo State Park

Become a Lake Pueblo State Park Junior Ranger!
Fly Fishing

Jun

27

Registration Required:

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Basic Fly Fishing

Friday, June 27

Mueller State Park

Learn how to fly fish! All equipment is provided.
Fly Fishing

Jun

27

Basic Fly Fishing

Friday, June 27

Mueller State Park

Learn how to fly fish! All equipment is provided.
Four children around a bench with their hands raised, facing a CPW volunteer. They are taking the Junior Ranger oath.

Jun

27

Registration Required:

Please register for this event.

Jr. Rangers on the Trail

Friday, June 27

Mueller State Park

Learn how to hike safely and have a good time while doing all of the activities required to become a Jr. Ranger.
Four children around a bench with their hands raised, facing a CPW volunteer. They are taking the Junior Ranger oath.

Jun

27

Jr. Rangers on the Trail

Friday, June 27

Mueller State Park

Learn how to hike safely and have a good time while doing all of the activities required to become a Jr. Ranger.
Family Climbing up Rock

Jun

27

Registration Required:

Please register for this event.

Basic Survival for Kids

Friday, June 27

Mueller State Park

Learn what to do if you get lost while spending time outside. Great outdoor safety tips for all ages!
Family Climbing up Rock

Jun

27

Basic Survival for Kids

Friday, June 27

Mueller State Park

Learn what to do if you get lost while spending time outside. Great outdoor safety tips for all ages!