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El Paso County Recreation Services Announces Events for July – August

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El Paso County Recreation Services Announces Events for July and August. All programs require pre-registration. In light of Covid19, programs are subject to cancellation. Please call for current status. CONTACT: Theresa Odello, Recreation Coordinator, 719-520-6977, theresaodello@elpasoco.com ONLINE REGISTRATION: www.elpasocountynaturecenters.com Concerts in the Park ARE BACK! Rock, country, bluegrass, jazz and more – we have it…

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July Fountain Creek Nature Center Programming Released

Community Services, Events, Explore Our Parks, FEATURED NEWS, Nature Center, NEWS, Parks, Programs

June 14, 2021 – Fountain Creek Nature Center announces their calendar of events for July. The classes and programs are listed below by date. ONLINE REGISTRATION is available at https://communityservices.elpasoco.com/nature-centers/. All programs require pre-registration. Due to COVID-19 restrictions, space is extremely limited and programs are subject to change. Please call the nature center or check website…

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2021 El Paso County Fair Queen to Promote Upcoming County Fair

Community Services, Events, Explore Our Parks, Fair, FEATURED NEWS, NEWS, Parks

June 11, 2021 – The El Paso County Fair Queen committee announces the 2021 El Paso County Fair Queen, Madyson Ann Burhing from Calhan, Colorado. Earlier this spring, Madyson was evaluated in four competition categories: horsemanship, public speaking, personal interview, and the quality of her application. She excelled in all categories and has begun her…

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El Paso County Parks 50th Anniversary – Celebrating History & Future

Community Services, Events, Explore Our Parks, FEATURED NEWS, Nature Center, NEWS, Parks

May 19, 2021– On May 4, 2021, El Paso County Parks marked the 50th anniversary of when County residents approved the establishment of the park system El Paso County has planned many events and initiatives throughout 2021 to celebrate the history and future of the County Park system. Specifically, citizens can participate in the “50K…

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El Paso County Recreation Services Announces Events for May – June

Classes, Community Services, Events, Explore Our Parks, FEATURED NEWS, NEWS, Parks, Programs

El Paso County Recreation Services Announces Events for May and June. All programs require pre-registration. In light of Covid19, programs are subject to cancellation. Please call for current status. El Paso Pacers Third Thursday of every month, 9:00 a.m. to 10:30 a.m. Participating in a walking club rewards both body and soul. Walking boosts energy levels,…

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June Fountain Creek Nature Center Programming Released

Community Services, Events, Explore Our Parks, FEATURED NEWS, Nature Center, NEWS, Parks, Programs

May 10, 2021 – Fountain Creek Nature Center announces their calendar of events for June. The classes and programs are listed below by date. ONLINE REGISTRATION is available at https://communityservices.elpasoco.com/nature-centers/. All programs require pre-registration. Due to COVID-19 restrictions, space is extremely limited and programs are subject to change. Please call the nature center or check website…

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El Paso County Recreation Services Announces Events for April – May

Classes, Community Services, Events, Explore Our Parks, FEATURED NEWS, NEWS, Parks, Programs, Trails

April 12, 2021 – El Paso County Recreation Services Announces Events for April and May. All programs require pre-registration. In light of Covid19, programs are subject to cancellation. Please call for current status. El Paso Pacers Third Thursday of every month, 9:00 a.m. to 10:30 a.m. Participating in a walking club rewards both body and soul. Walking…