February 17, 2026 – El Paso County Parks recognized the support of its 2025 Partners in the Park during the Park Advisory Board meeting held on February 11, 2026.
Established in 2009, the Partners in the Park program provides dedicated financial support for individual County parks, trails, open spaces, event centers, and nature centers. Since its inception, the program has generated approximately $640,000 to enhance amenities, preserve natural resources, improve visitor experiences, and support the long-term sustainability of sites across the park system.
“Our partners play a vital role in sustaining and strengthening our park system,” said Todd Marts, Executive Director of El Paso County Parks. “Their investment directly supports the care of our outdoor spaces and facilities, ensuring these places remain welcoming, well-maintained, and accessible for our community today and for generations to come.”
2025 Partners in the Park
- Adventures Out West: Rainbow Falls
- Bob & Elly Hostetler: Fox Run Regional Park
- Buffalo Gals: Bear Creek Nature Center
- El Pomar Foundation: Paint Mines Interpretive Park
- Farmers State Bank: Fair & Events Center
- Gold Hill Mesa: Bear Creek Nature Center
- Heuberger Subaru: Fox Run Dog Park
- Heuberger Subaru: Bear Creek Dog Park
- NextEra Energy Resources: Paint Mines Interpretive Park
- Olson Plumbing & Heating: Fountain Creek Nature Center
- SCHEELS Colorado Springs: Pineries Open Space
- Tender Care Veterinary Center: Falcon Dog Park
- The Scott Lauther Foundation: Bear Creek Nature Center
- Colorado Springs Toyota Dealers:
- Bear Creek Regional Park East
- Bear Creek Regional Park West
- Black Forest Regional Park
- Fountain Creek Regional Park
- Homestead Ranch Regional Park
- Widefield Community Park
Through their continued partnership, El Paso County Parks has completed key upgrades, strengthened stewardship initiatives, and advanced sustainability efforts throughout the system, helping ensure these valued community assets remain vibrant and accessible.
To learn more about the impact of the Partners in the Park program, watch the video here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xugInKABeAw.