DesertUSA Travel Guide: National Parks, State Parks and outdoor attractions
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FIRESTONE, Colo. – The Perseid meteor shower, named because it seems to originate in the constellation Perseus, has been observed by humans for over 2,000 years. Come witness the peak of this exciting celestial event at St. Vrain State Park! Friday, Aug. 12 at 10 p.m. & Saturday, Aug. 13 at 10 p.m. Stargazing – [...]
ARBOLES, Colo. – With its variety of ecosystems, Navajo State Park provides great habitat for many types of wildlife. Unexpected sightings, mysterious sounds, and occasional signs all help to remind us that other creatures use the park for their own benefit as much as we do. This weekend, Navajo presents programs that will lend some [...]
HAYDEN, Colo. – Summer melt off from the record setting snowpack in the Yampa Valley is creating flood conditions along the Yampa River and its tributaries. As a result, Yampa River State Park Tuesday closed river access where flooding is occurring and in those areas with existing high water hazards. All river access managed by [...]
FRANKTOWN, Colo. – Come join the fun, learn about nature and watch Castlewood Canyon State Park change with the season. Park naturalists will lead you on a journey of discovery through our guided hikes and activities. Programs are free, however, please remember that all vehicles entering the park must purchase a $7 daily pass or [...]
Osprey Nesting at Barr Lake State Park BRIGHTON, CO. – Barr Lake State Park may have an osprey nest. In November of 2010, Jacob Nelson of Brighton designed and installed two osprey nesting poles at the northeast end of Barr Lake. The nesting poles were Jacob’s Eagle Scout Project, which is one of the requirements [...]
Highline Lake State Park is excited to once again host the 7th Annual 18 Hours of Fruita @ Highline Race on Friday and Saturday, May 6 and 7. LOMA, CO. – Highline Lake State Park is excited to once again host the 7th Annual 18 Hours of Fruita @ Highline Race on Friday and Saturday, [...]
Join Cherry Creek State Park’s Rangers and Volunteer Naturalists for fun, family oriented, informative Nature Programs. AURORA – Join Cherry Creek State Park’s Rangers and Volunteer Naturalists for fun, family oriented, informative Nature Programs every Saturday in March at 2:00 p.m. at the Campground Amphitheater. Each program will discuss a different topic about Cherry Creek [...]
BRIGHTON, Colo.—Barr Lake State Park will celebrate National Bird Feeding Month, which is observed nationally in February, with a “Cooking for Birds” event on Feb. 27 at 1 p.m. in the Nature Center. The event will feature demonstrations on the various types of bird feeders and how to create one. The National Bird Feeding Society [...]
DENVER – Two Colorado State Parks’ programs will receive awards from the Colorado Alliance for Environmental Education (CAEE) for their outstanding work in helping youngsters understand their role in the environment. The Art in Nature Program at Eldorado Canyon State Park and the Roxborough State Park Interpretive and Environmental Education Program will each receive a [...]
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