COLORADO SPRINGS, Colo. – Colorado Parks and Wildlife wants to hear from fishing enthusiasts so it is calling together an Angler Roundtable, scheduled at 6 p.m., May 10. Attendees will get updates from CPW aquatic biologists on the upcoming fishing season, tips on hot spots and answers to any questions or concerns they might have.…

Colorado – Colorado’s local egg farms donated 306,720 eggs to Feeding Colorado’s five food banks during Easter week. The Food Bank of the Rockies in Denver — a Feeding Colorado member — had its mobile pantry set up Friday morning at Dick’s Sporting Goods Park in Commerce City, where they distributed a portion of the recently donated eggs, along…

Washington, DC — U.S. Representative Mike Coffman (CO-06) released the following statement in response to Amazon’s announcement that it will be building a new fulfillment center in Aurora, CO: “I think Amazon clearly got it right when it announced, that it has chosen my hometown of Aurora for one of its new fulfillment centers. This…

PUEBLO, Colo. – Colorado Parks and Wildlife’s 2017 “Pueblo Eagle Days” festival features eagle-viewing opportunities, hands-on activities for youngsters, live bird programs, native American dancers and educational presentations by raptor experts. Each year the event draws hundreds of visitors from across the state to learn more about these unique birds of prey. “Eagle Days is…

DENVER – If it seems that coyotes are less tolerant of human presence during the months of January and February, there is a biological reason: this is their breeding season. As coyotes pair up to breed, they may be more territorial than usual and defend their space as they carve out a place to have…

By Darcy Mount – Senior Ranger Cheyenne Mountain State Park COLORADO SPRINGS, Colo. – When winter really digs in, you might not think about your favorite state park or wildlife area as a destination. It’s cold and only the hardcore hikers, campers, ice-fishing enthusiasts, cross-country skiers and snowshoers have us at top of mind. Don’t forget…

COLORADO SPRINGS, Colo. – Winter has finally arrived across Colorado bringing freezing temperatures and snow to the state. But despite the chill, Colorado Parks and Wildlife reminds everyone that lakes, ponds and streams still may not be ready for winter activity. If going to a state park, check with staff about ice thickness before heading out.…

DENVER – Colorado Parks and Wildlife is offering free admission to all veterans and active duty members of the military, military reserve and National Guard to any Colorado state park for Veterans Day. On Nov. 11, any member of the military forces or veteran can enter any of Colorado’s 42 state parks free of charge,…

DENVER — Colorado Parks and Wildlife advises residents to rush for the gold — and red, yellow, orange and brown — in one of Colorado’s 42 state parks this month. Fall is officially here and Colorado state parks provide some of the Centennial State’s best showcases for changing nature. Fall means dramatic changes to aspen…

National Park Service is  celebrating it’s 100th birthday with free admission to all national parks. In celebration of the centennial birthday, you can visit Colorado’s national parks for free! Entrance fees will be waived at all national parks Thursday, August 25 through Sunday, August 28 for the celebration. Colorado is home to four national parks…

CRIPPLE CREEK, Colo– The city of Cripple Creek is hosting the 85th annual Donkey Derby Days, at 7 a.m., Saturday and Sunday, June 25-26, in downtown Cripple Creek.  The whole family is invited to this fun-filled weekend, even the family pooch. Admission is free for both days. Friday, June 24 will kick off the donkey-filled…

Registration for CreekWeek2015 is officially open! Pick a date, pick a location, and pick it up! We provide all the bags, gloves, grippers, buckets and maps – you provide the people power. Be part of this huge event happening throughout the Fountain Creek Watershed and make a difference for our communities. Numerous events happening in…

We are pleased to announce that the annual tradition of a Hot Air Balloon Event on Labor Day weekend, September 4th-7th, at Memorial Park here in Colorado Springs will continue. First of all we would like to say Thank You to the City of Colorado Springs, Parks and Recreation, City Council, Mayors office, LART and…

COLORADO SPRINGS, Colo. – Your dad works hard for you, so why not help him play hard? This Father’s Day weekend, Cheyenne Mountain State Park will be hosting several family activities including a “Big Cats” program, a mystery hike and a youth archery class. Saturday, June 20 Youth Archery Class – 10 a.m. Dad, have…

Donkey Derby Days tops the list of favorite Cripple Creek events. People from all over the world descend on downtown, drawn by a chance to watch a race inspired by the town’s resident donkey herd, believed to be distant relatives of the original donkeys from the town’s Gold Rush days. Enjoy games, live entertainment, heritage…

Colorado- Colorado Parks and Wildlife encourages outdoor enthusiasts and recreationists to celebrate National Trails Day, Saturday, June 6 on Colorado trails. Now in its 23rd consecutive year, and initiated by the American Hiking Society, National Trails Day, is the largest annual trails celebration and promises to deliver a wide variety of outdoor activities for the…