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October 2023 Events Announced for Fountain Creek Nature Center

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CONTACT: Victoria Dinkel, Nature Center Interpretive Program Coordinator, 719-520-6767, victoriadinkel2@elpasoco.com ONLINE REGISTRATION: available at https://communityservices.elpasoco.com/nature-centers/ Fountain Creek Nature Center, 320 Pepper Grass Lane, Fountain, CO 80817; 719-520-6745; www.elpasocountynaturecenters.com Nature Adventures: Tarantulas on Parade Thursday & Friday, October 5 & 6, 9:00 a.m. – 10:30 a.m. Children ages 3-6, with an adult, will enjoy puppet shows or stories, crafts, hands-on activities,…

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El Paso County Parks & Recreation Fall Special Events & Programs

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Paint Mines Guided Hikes Saturdays, 9:30-11:30am, through October Guided hikes at Paint Mines Hikes occur every other Saturday and will continue to be offered through the end of October. Hikes are led by certified interpretive guides. Preregistration is suggested to receive general information. $3 suggested donation per person. Info: https://communityservices.elpasoco.com/parks-and-recreation/paint-mines-interpretive-park Concerts in the…

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El Paso County Communications Department Recognized with two National (3CMA) Savvy Awards

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September 8, 2023 – On September 7, 2023, the El Paso County Communications Department was recognized nationally with awards in two categories from the City-County Communications & Marketing Association (3CMA) Savvy Awards competition. The Savvy Awards recognize outstanding local government achievements in communications, public-sector marketing, and resident-government relationships. With over 875 entries in 38 categories,…

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El Paso County Offices Closed Monday, September 4 for Labor Day

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August 31, 2023 – El Paso County administrative and elected administrative offices and affiliated agencies will be closed on Monday, September 4, in observance of Labor Day. A reminder there is no Board of County Commissioners meeting on Tuesday, September 5. The regularly scheduled Board of County Commissioners meetings will resume on Tuesday, September 12, followed…

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September Programs and Events at Fountain Creek Nature Center

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All programs require pre-registration. Please call the nature center or check website for current status. CONTACT: Jessica Miller, Nature Center Supervisor, 719-520-6745, jessicamiller@elpasoco.com ONLINE REGISTRATION available at https://communityservices.elpasoco.com/nature-centers/ Fountain Creek Nature Center, 320 Pepper Grass Lane, Fountain, CO 80817 719-520-6745; www.elpasocountynaturecenters.com Nature Adventures: Migration Masters Thursday & Friday, September 7 & 8, 9:00 a.m. – 10:30 a.m. Children ages 3-6,…

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September Bear Creek Nature Center Programs & Events

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All programs require pre-registration. Please call the nature center or check website for current status. CONTACT: Mary Jo Lewis, Nature Center Supervisor 719-520-6388 | maryjolewis@elpasoco.com Sustainability Series- CSU Extension Pickling Friday, September 1, 11:00 a.m. Join CSU Extension staff to learn how to pickle vegetables, fruit, and summer relish. You will learn tested and researched based techniques…

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August Bear Creek Nature Center Programs and Events

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All programs require pre-registration. Please call the nature center or check website for current status. CONTACT: Mary Jo Lewis, Nature Center Supervisor 719-520-6388 | maryjolewis@elpasoco.com Peaceful Warriors Yoga in the Park- Flow with Bear Creek Tuesday, August 1, 5:30-6:30 p.m. Enjoy an evening of yoga with Peaceful Warriors. Simultaneous kid/family OR adult focused class offerings! All abilities…

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El Paso County Trailability Program Receives Multiple National Awards

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July 5, 2023 – El Paso County Division of Parks & Recreation has been nationally recognized for its achievements and development of The Trailability Program. The Program received a Universal Accessibility Award from the National Association of County and Park Officials (NACPRO) and an Achievement Award from the National Association of Counties (NACo). The awards recognize unique…

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El Paso County Unveils Visually Impaired Persons Trail at Bear Creek Nature Center

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June 23, 2023 – El Paso County Parks & Community Services Department unveiled the Visually Impaired Persons (VIP) Trail today during a ribbon-cutting ceremony held at Bear Creek Nature Center. The partnership with The Scott Lauther Foundation, a Bear Creek Nature Center Partner in the Park, provided funding for El Paso County to incorporate the VIP Trail…

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Fountain Creek Nature Center Temporarily Closed for Maintenance

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June 20, 2023 – El Paso County Parks & Community Services Department has temporarily closed public access to Fountain Creek Nature Center for maintenance and repairs from recent flooding. For status updates and a reopening announcement, follow El Paso County Social Media platforms, including Facebook and Twitter. Residents are encouraged to visit the award-winning Bear Creek Nature…