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​?​​

Apr

11

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Basic Survival for Kids

Friday, April 11

Mueller State Park

Discover how befriending a tree can help you if you get lost. 2-3 p.m.

Apr

11

Basic Survival for Kids

Friday, April 11

Mueller State Park

Discover how befriending a tree can help you if you get lost. 2-3 p.m.

Apr

13

Registration Required:

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Junior Naturalist-Spring renewal

Sunday, April 13

Mueller State Park

Kids uncover what's emerging in the forest this time of year.

Apr

13

Junior Naturalist-Spring renewal

Sunday, April 13

Mueller State Park

Kids uncover what's emerging in the forest this time of year.
A trash bag sits next to Highway 139 in Mesa County while the clean highway stretches into the distance

Apr

14

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Highway 139 Clean-Up

Monday, April 14

Highline Lake State Park

Join the Friends of Highline Lake State Park and park staff with our regular Highway 139 Clean-Up. Caring for the first two miles off of the interstate, the Friends of Highline Lake ensures that visitors to the Loma area are greeted with a clean commute and view of the Grand Valley.
A trash bag sits next to Highway 139 in Mesa County while the clean highway stretches into the distance

Apr

14

Highway 139 Clean-Up

Monday, April 14

Highline Lake State Park

Join the Friends of Highline Lake State Park and park staff with our regular Highway 139 Clean-Up. Caring for the first two miles off of the interstate, the Friends of Highline Lake ensures that visitors to the Loma area are greeted with a clean commute and view of the Grand Valley.

Apr

18

Registration Required:

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Knot Tying for Kids

Friday, April 18

Mueller State Park

Have fun learning the skill of knot tying! 2-3 p.m.

Apr

18

Knot Tying for Kids

Friday, April 18

Mueller State Park

Have fun learning the skill of knot tying! 2-3 p.m.
A trail cuts through a high desert and disappears over a hill.

Apr

19

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Ride the Reimagined Paths at Mack Mesa

Saturday, April 19

Highline Lake State Park

Are you ready to shred the trails? We are! Grab your bike and come mountain bike with us to explore the new trail section of the Highline Lake Trail.
A trail cuts through a high desert and disappears over a hill.

Apr

19

Ride the Reimagined Paths at Mack Mesa

Saturday, April 19

Highline Lake State Park

Are you ready to shred the trails? We are! Grab your bike and come mountain bike with us to explore the new trail section of the Highline Lake Trail.
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. 
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. 
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.
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.
Pine Squirrel, Wayne D. Lewis

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.
Pine Squirrel, Wayne D. Lewis

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.
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. 
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.