El Paso County’s LETTER RIP provides the public with an opportunity to shred and destroy personal papers and documents that it doesn’t want to fall into the wrong hands and prevent identity theft. The County’s Community Services Department Environmental Division announced that registration is open for the drive-thru document shredding event that will take place…
The El Paso County Community Services Department, Environmental Division will hold four Clean Sweep Household Hazardous Waste events in 2019. These events are free to all El Paso and Teller county residents for the recycling and proper disposal of residential household hazardous waste items, large TVs, mattresses, tires, etc. Registration is required for each of…
Colorado State University offers a variety of classes and hands-on workshops in El Paso County throughout the year. They range from consumer education in home gardening, food preservation, and food safety certifications. Cottage Food Training Participants will learn safety guidelines and specifics for operating a small home-based cottage food business from a home kitchen.…
The El Paso County Fair and Event Center is asking the public to participate in a brief online survey to determine future programming possibilities based on the needs and interest of the community. The survey can be complete here… https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/EPCFairSurvey The Fair and Event Center in Calhan has numerous indoor and outdoor facilities to host…
As part of the Jones Park Master Plan process, El Paso County and Altitude Land Consultants will host a trail workshop to discuss potential new trail opportunities within Jones Park. The workshop will be conducted at 6:30 p.m., on Thursday, March 14, at the Bear Creek Nature Center, 245 Bear Creek Road, Colorado Springs. The…
VIDEO: Kathy Andrew, El Paso County Environmental Services, provides an update on the Black Forest Slash Mulch Program to the Board of County Commissioners.
The El Paso Board of County Commissioners approved two new park rules that go into effect immediately. The new rules include regulations that dogs must be on a leash in parks and a change in park hours. “We’re looking for a safe and enjoyable time for all park users,” said Tim Wolken, Community Services Executive…
El Paso County’s Fountain Creek Nature Center and Bear Creek Nature Center announce the events and activities for March 2019 which includes: birds, kites, reptiles, beetles, gardening, photography, and volunteers training Fountain Creek Nature Center 320 Pepper Grass Lane, Fountain, CO 80817 719-520-6745, www.ElPasoCountyNatureCenters.com Building for the Birds Saturday, March 2, 10:00 a.m.…
El Paso County Park Advisory Board recognized the 2018 Partners in the Park for their annual contributions to local parks. The Partners in the Park Program was created in 2009 to provide financial support for a respective park, trail or nature center. This program has brought in $180,000. All donations are used exclusively for El…
El Paso County Parks is requesting public input as it creates a master plan for Jones Park. El Paso County has contracted with Altitude Land Consultants to complete the master plan, which will comprehensively outline existing conditions, community needs, and recommend new sustainable recreational facilities for Jones Park for the next seven to ten years.…
