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​?​​

Wilson's Warblers are the most commonly caught species at the Barr Lake Banding Station. Photo by Susan Rosine of Bird Conservancy of the Rockies.

Jun

5

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The Amazing World of Birds

Thursday, June 5

Golden Gate Canyon State Park

Learn about native plants and how to attract birds with the Denver Audubon Society. 
Wilson's Warblers are the most commonly caught species at the Barr Lake Banding Station. Photo by Susan Rosine of Bird Conservancy of the Rockies.

Jun

5

The Amazing World of Birds

Thursday, June 5

Golden Gate Canyon State Park

Learn about native plants and how to attract birds with the Denver Audubon Society. 
Painted Turtle, Wayne D Lewis/CPW

Jun

7

Registration Required:

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Reptiles and Amphibians

Saturday, June 7

Golden Gate Canyon State Park

Meet and learn about local snakes, lizards, toads and turtles. 
Painted Turtle, Wayne D Lewis/CPW

Jun

7

Reptiles and Amphibians

Saturday, June 7

Golden Gate Canyon State Park

Meet and learn about local snakes, lizards, toads and turtles. 
A man standing in a grassy field, painting a scenic landscape.

Jun

8

Registration Required:

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Paint n' Sip

Sunday, June 8

Golden Gate Canyon State Park

Join us for a guided painting experience! 
A man standing in a grassy field, painting a scenic landscape.

Jun

8

Paint n' Sip

Sunday, June 8

Golden Gate Canyon State Park

Join us for a guided painting experience! 
Colorado Natural Areas photos

Jun

14

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Rock Talk

Saturday, June 14

Golden Gate Canyon State Park

Learn about the local geology 
Colorado Natural Areas photos

Jun

14

Rock Talk

Saturday, June 14

Golden Gate Canyon State Park

Learn about the local geology 

Jul

5

Registration Required:

Please register for this event.

Ridgway Reservoir Smallmouth Bass Classic Tournament

Saturday, July 5

Ridgway State Park

Colorado Parks and Wildlife invites you to the annual Ridgway Reservoir Smallmouth Bass Classic at Ridgway State Park. Anglers of all ages are encouraged to participate.

Jul

5

Ridgway Reservoir Smallmouth Bass Classic Tournament

Saturday, July 5

Ridgway State Park

Colorado Parks and Wildlife invites you to the annual Ridgway Reservoir Smallmouth Bass Classic at Ridgway State Park. Anglers of all ages are encouraged to participate.
A group of teachers at the Delta OUT workshop.

Jul

9

Registration Required:

Please register for this event.

Delta OUT ‘Adventure Leadership Camp’

Wednesday, July 9

Ridgway State Park

Join us for an immersive two-day <strong>Adventure Leadership Camp for Educators</strong> at Ridgway State Park’s new group camping facility. You’ll gain field archery instructor and fishing instructor support skills, hone outdoor team-building and leadership activities, and learn to craft hands-on field trips that spark student growth and deepen your ability to teach responsible recreation behaviors. We’ll also explore a guided local hike in Ouray, discovering ways to turn every trail into a living classroom. Recharge around the campfire in the evening as you connect with fellow educators and return to school ready to lead transformative outdoor adventures.
A group of teachers at the Delta OUT workshop.

Jul

9

Delta OUT ‘Adventure Leadership Camp’

Wednesday, July 9

Ridgway State Park

Join us for an immersive two-day <strong>Adventure Leadership Camp for Educators</strong> at Ridgway State Park’s new group camping facility. You’ll gain field archery instructor and fishing instructor support skills, hone outdoor team-building and leadership activities, and learn to craft hands-on field trips that spark student growth and deepen your ability to teach responsible recreation behaviors. We’ll also explore a guided local hike in Ouray, discovering ways to turn every trail into a living classroom. Recharge around the campfire in the evening as you connect with fellow educators and return to school ready to lead transformative outdoor adventures.