Are you interested in learning about the natural world that exists in our County Open Spaces? So many interesting plants and animals, birds, butterflies and, of course, there is the geology. Explore and learn about the many life forms that call Larimer County their homes. Join naturalist Rob Pickett as he leads these roughly 5 mile hikes throughout the year. We'll hike about 5.4 miles on various trails including Sinking Sun trail and Bent Rock Loops (dirt surface, moderate difficulty).
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Seeking feedback on special events in Larimer County
Larimer County is updating the rules for special events in unincorporated Larimer County and wants to hear from you! The Larimer County Special Events Team and the Board of County Commissioners are reviewing Article 7 of the Land Use Code to improve how events are planned and permitted starting in 2027. Please take a few minutes to share your thoughts in our survey: https://engage.larimer.gov/specialevents2025. Feel free to pass it along to friends, neighbors, or anyone who might be interested. The survey is open through October 31, 2025.
Larimer County Department of Natural Resources (LCDNR) has updated the application timeline for its 2026 Short-Term Concessionaire (STC) program. Applications will be accepted from October through December for the following year, and will not be accepted after December 31. Staff will review all applications in early January, with final selections made by mid-January and notifications sent to all applicants by February 1.
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The Bay to Bay Trail at Horsetooth Reservoir has been honored with the Golden McLeod Award for innovative construction. Built by hand across rugged terrain with the help of volunteers, the trail opens new access and stands as a model of ingenuity in trail building.
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Bring your 2-5 year old for a morning filled with nature exploration, stories, and connection with our amazing natural world. Lots of things make people feel safe, like a cozy blanket, a stuffy, and our favorite people. But what makes animals feel safe? A good home! This month, we'll explore the places wild animals call home and what they need to feel safe.
A parent or guardian must accompany the child for this program. Registration is required but program is free.
A parent or guardian must accompany the child for this program. Registration is required but program is free.
Bring your 2-5 year old for a morning filled with nature exploration, stories, and connection with our amazing natural world. Lots of things make people feel safe, like a cozy blanket, a stuffy, and our favorite people. But what makes animals feel safe? A good home! This month, we'll explore the places wild animals call home and what they need to feel safe.
A parent or guardian must accompany the child for this program. Registration is required but program is free.
A parent or guardian must accompany the child for this program. Registration is required but program is free.
Bring your 2-5 year old for a morning filled with nature exploration, stories, and connection with our amazing natural world. We all poop, right? Well, so do animals! They also leave behind footprints, just like we do. This month, we'll explore the different tracks and scat wild animals leave behind- do they all look the same, or are they different? Can we find any real scat or tracks while we walk near the river? Let's find out!
A parent or guardian must accompany the child for this program. Registration is required but program is free.
A parent or guardian must accompany the child for this program. Registration is required but program is free.
Bring your 2-5 year old for a morning filled with nature exploration, stories, and connection with our amazing natural world. We all poop, right? Well, so do animals! They also leave behind footprints, just like we do. This month, we'll explore the different tracks and scat wild animals leave behind- do they all look the same, or are they different? Can we find any real scat or tracks while we walk near the river? Let's find out!
A parent or guardian must accompany the child for this program. Registration is required but program is free.
A parent or guardian must accompany the child for this program. Registration is required but program is free.
