From peaceful koi ponds to creative waterfalls and lush aquatic landscapes, this FREE self-guided tour is a wonderful way to gather inspiration, learn from fellow pond hobbyists, and enjoy the beauty of water gardening. What to Expect: Beautiful koi ponds & water gardens. Creative landscaping ideas. Waterfalls, streams & aquatic plants. Great photo opportunities. Meet…
Due to extreme fire danger, critically dry vegetation, and multiple large wildfires burning across Colorado, all permitted Independence Day fireworks displays in Colorado Springs have been canceled. This decision was made after careful evaluation by Mayor Yemi Mobolade, the Colorado Springs Fire Department, the Colorado Springs Police Department, and our public safety partners. Current fuel…
The annual Christmas Tree collection is underway. You can drop off your tree (no fake trees, no ornaments, no lights) at 301 E. Iowa, the old Lorraine School, through the end of January. The trees will be turned into mulch and used to beautify city parks. Thanks for your donation!
In partnership with El Paso County, Widefield Parks & Recreation is proud to sponsor HHWD Day for Widefield/Security Residents. Properly dispose of residential household hazardous waste items! Friday, April 22 @ 9am – 1pm Widefield Parks & Recreation, 705 Aspen Drive, 80911 Registration Required. Widefield Parks & Recreation will be collecting money donations for the Aaron Gutierrez…
Trees benefit our watershed in numerous ways. They provide shade and beauty, help control air pollution and are beneficial to wildlife. Did you know that tree roots can help absorb stormwater runoff, reducing flash flooding risks? Trees and roots also lessen erosion and pollution carried into our waterways by heavy rains. The right trees planted in the right…
COLORADO SPRINGS, Colo. – The City of Colorado Springs’ City Forestry division is grinding up fallen trees and debris recovered after this month’s blizzard into mulch. The mulch will be used in our local parks and playgrounds. Some of it will also be available at no charge to local residents. It’s available for pick up…
Creek Week 2018 is on! Join nearly 2,500 people across the watershed, from Palmer Lake to Woodland Park to Pueblo in the largest outdoor cleanup in the state of Colorado. It’s a chance to spend a beautiful autumn day outside, meet cool like minded people, and make a real difference in your community and your…
Household Hazardous Waste Disposal in Security and Widefield will be on Saturday, March 31 @ 9am – 1pm at Widefield Parks & Recreation (use the Aspen Drive entrance) In partnership with El Paso County, Widefield Parks & Recreation is proud to sponsor HHWD! This event is for residents of Widefield/Security to properly dispose of residential household hazardous waste items. Please…
FOUNTAIN, CO – Join the City of Fountain Parks Division by helping to plant trees on Arbor Day. This years event is at Heritage Park located off Winebrook Way. Tree planting will be on Saturday, April 29, 2017. Come by and help and make our city parks beautiful. Refreshments provided by the City of Fountain…
FOUNTAIN, CO – The Fountain Spring Dumpster Days are here!! City of Fountain Residents may pay $10 a truck load to dump certain items at 2 monitored dumpster locations for their convenience. FOUNTAIN RESIDENTS ONLY LOCATIONS: Lorraine Bldg.—301 E. Iowa (East End of Bldg) Electric Dept. Yard—6745 Southmoor Drive Locations will be open for dropoff:…
FOUNTAIN, CO – The City of Fountain Street Division is pleased to help our Fountain Senior Citizens (65+) with unwanted items for Curbside Pickup. Items will be scheduled for pickup the week of May 10, 2017. Please do not put items out more than 24-hours. • Any items left at or along the curbside, which…
