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Colorado Parks and Wildlife regularly offers events, classes, and festivals for all our outdoor recreation enthusiasts. See our current events below.

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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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Beaver

Apr

20

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Leave It To Beaver

Sunday, April 20

Highline Lake State Park

Have you ever wondered how humans gained inspiration for our massive dams? Well, leave it to beavers. 
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Beaver

Apr

20

Leave It To Beaver

Sunday, April 20

Highline Lake State Park

Have you ever wondered how humans gained inspiration for our massive dams? Well, leave it to beavers. 
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Stars over Rifle Gap.

Apr

25

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Stardust in the Desert

Friday, April 25

Highline Lake State Park

When was the last time you wished upon a shooting star? Join us as we talk about your chances to see meteor showers this year and what Highline Lake is doing to protect these stargazing opportunities. Meet in the Visitor Center.
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Stars over Rifle Gap.

Apr

25

Stardust in the Desert

Friday, April 25

Highline Lake State Park

When was the last time you wished upon a shooting star? Join us as we talk about your chances to see meteor showers this year and what Highline Lake is doing to protect these stargazing opportunities. Meet in the Visitor Center.
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Hoary bat, NPS

Apr

26

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Hangin' at Highline: Bats of Colorado

Saturday, April 26

Highline Lake State Park

Come learn about Colorado's coolest critters: bats!
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Hoary bat, NPS

Apr

26

Hangin' at Highline: Bats of Colorado

Saturday, April 26

Highline Lake State Park

Come learn about Colorado's coolest critters: bats!
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North Sterling New Visitor Center Front at April 2025 Grand Opening

Apr

26

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North Sterling State Park Grand Opening

Saturday, April 26

North Sterling State Park

Come check out our new visitor center, educational areas and other facilities! Hot dogs, cupcakes and beverages, while supplies last.
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North Sterling New Visitor Center Front at April 2025 Grand Opening

Apr

26

North Sterling State Park Grand Opening

Saturday, April 26

North Sterling State Park

Come check out our new visitor center, educational areas and other facilities! Hot dogs, cupcakes and beverages, while supplies last.
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Pine Squirrel

Apr

26

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Tracks on the Trails

Saturday, April 26

Mueller State Park

Learn how to identify common animal tracks found on the trails at the park. 1-2 p.m.
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Pine Squirrel

Apr

26

Tracks on the Trails

Saturday, April 26

Mueller State Park

Learn how to identify common animal tracks found on the trails at the park. 1-2 p.m.
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Mountain bluebird, Wayne D Lewis/CPW

May

3

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Morning Bird Walk

Saturday, May 3

Mueller State Park

Listen and look for birds along the trail.
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Mountain bluebird, Wayne D Lewis/CPW

May

3

Morning Bird Walk

Saturday, May 3

Mueller State Park

Listen and look for birds along the trail.
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May

3

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Bird Talk with local author Joe LaFleur

Saturday, May 3

Mueller State Park

Learn how to identify local birds in the park.
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May

3

Bird Talk with local author Joe LaFleur

Saturday, May 3

Mueller State Park

Learn how to identify local birds in the park.
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Mountain bike racer rides on the desert trails in Highline Lake State Park during the 18 Hours Biking Event

May

3

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18 Hours of Fruita

Saturday, May 3

Highline Lake State Park

One of the most beloved endurance events on the western slope. With a fast and fun singletrack lap located within the desert oasis of Highline Lake State Park, this a great race to kick off the summer season. 
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Mountain bike racer rides on the desert trails in Highline Lake State Park during the 18 Hours Biking Event

May

3

18 Hours of Fruita

Saturday, May 3

Highline Lake State Park

One of the most beloved endurance events on the western slope. With a fast and fun singletrack lap located within the desert oasis of Highline Lake State Park, this a great race to kick off the summer season. 
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May

10

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Skins and Skulls

Saturday, May 10

North Sterling State Park

Ever wonder what it’d feel like to pet the wild life? This is your chance to do it in a way that is safe for you and the wild life. Explore a variety of fur and skulls of Colorado's native animals.
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May

10

Skins and Skulls

Saturday, May 10

North Sterling State Park

Ever wonder what it’d feel like to pet the wild life? This is your chance to do it in a way that is safe for you and the wild life. Explore a variety of fur and skulls of Colorado's native animals.
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