El Paso County Parks to host several events in October including a Cornhole tournament at Black Forest Regional Park. Take a Kid Mountain Biking Day Saturday, October 6, 9:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. At Fox Run Regional Park El Paso County Parks, Medicine Wheel and Cafe Velo wants you to join them for National…
El Paso County is proud to be one of the many partners for the 5th annual Creek Week, being held Saturday, Sept. 29 to Sunday, Oct. 7. On Thursday, the Board of El Paso County Commissioners unanimously approved a proclamation encouraging residents to participate in one of the nearly 40 cleanups and maintenance events scheduled…
Colorado State University Extension offers Plant Fall Bulbs for Spring Bloom. Bulbs planted in fall are a great source of early spring blooms. Come learn the lowdown on what to buy, where to plant, how to plant and the best ways to care for tulips, daffodils and crocus. Class will also include information on some…
Colorado State University Extension presents Pickling Technique Class Featuring Okra. If you love pickled vegetables and relish, come learn to make your own. You will learn to safely water bath can pickles, relish and chutney. This is a hands-on workshop where you will water bath can a jar of farm fresh okra to take home…
VIDEO: If you like to hike and fish, check out our latest episode of Explore Our Parks. It features Willow Springs Ponds down on the south side of the County. It’s a great place to fish of course, but it also has some great trails.
El Paso County’s Fountain Creek Nature Center and Bear Creek Nature Center announce the events and activities for September 2018 which includes: spiders, a bird count, volunteer training, grasshoppers and star gazing. Fountain Creek Nature Center 320 Pepper Grass Lane, Fountain, CO 80817 719-520-6745, www.ElPasoCountyNatureCenters.com Nature Adventures: Itsy Bitsy Spider Thursday, September 6,…
El Paso County Parks has announced that Rainbow Falls Recreation Area will reopen on Saturday, Sept. 8 after being closed for much of the summer for major renovations to the trails and parking area; and for significant upgrades adjacent to the falls. “The improvements completed this summer is another major step in renovating the Rainbow…
Colorado State University Extension offers Soil and Compost: Foundation of a Successful Garden. Learn how to effectively manage and amend soils in Colorado to successfully grow plants. Drainage, compaction, water infiltration and water retention are all soil properties that can be improved with proper management. Adding quality compost is a key to enhancing positive soil…
For our latest episode of Explore Our Parks we’re taking a look at the Black Forest Section 16 Trail. It’s a nice easy trail with some interesting history in the name.
Colorado State University Extension presents The Mediterranean Diet. Colorado State University has created a workshop focusing on the Mediterranean diet. This workshop will answer questions about key characteristics of the Mediterranean lifestyle and how foods in the diet contribute to health. Plus, you will learn how to make fresh home-made hummus and try a delicious…
