Come explore the great outdoors at the Outdoor Heritage Day Festival in Palisade

Rachael Gonzales
Northwest Region Public Information Officer
970-773-8587 / [email protected]
Twitter: @CPW_NW Come explore the great outdoors at the Outdoor Heritage Day Festival in Palisade

GRAND JUNCTION, Colo. - A dedicated group of outdoor enthusiasts are gearing up for the 16th Annual Outdoor Heritage Day festival, eager to show kids and families the exciting things they can do outside. The celebration will go from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at Riverbend Park in Palisade on Sat., April 27. This event is free and open to the public. 

Join Colorado Parks and Wildlife, Town of Palisade, Moose 92.3, Cabela’s, Orchard Mesa Gun Club, and other local organizations and businesses for a day of fun, education, and prizes. We’ll have a variety of outdoor activities, demonstration of hunting and search and rescue dogs, wildfire safety, fishing, and how to camp responsibly.

"Colorado has something to offer any outdoor adventurer," said Jace Zundel, CPW District Wildlife Manager. "With so many options for those new to outdoor recreation or those looking to try a new sport, a quick introduction to these fun activities is all they need to get started. That is why we created this event."

Event details:
Date: Sat., April 27
Time: 10 a.m. - 2 p.m.
Location: Riverbend Park in Palisade

Youth, 15 years and younger, can earn a free fishing pole (while supplies last) by going through a series of stations to learn about laws and regulations, casting techniques, fish identification, and habitat. Afterward, they can head over to the pond and use their free fishing rod to land a big trout. Attendees will also have an opportunity to see some of Colorado's fish up-close at the portable fish tank, thanks to Rifle Falls Hatchery. As a reminder, anyone 16 and older planning to fish will need a valid fishing license.

In 2007, Colorado Parks and Wildlife organized Outdoor Heritage Day as a way to encourage participation in outdoor activities, especially among the younger generations. Working with its many partners with similar goals, the event has grown in scope and attendance. CPW is grateful for our partnership with the Town of Palisade and the opportunity to host this great family event at Riverbend Park.

"Colorado is known for having a wide variety of amenities, but our natural resources are among the most treasured," said Zundel. "If people do not learn about our state's great outdoors, including the importance of conservation of wildlife and habitat, we risk losing a very valuable and important part of Colorado's heritage."

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