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 on this 4-mile loop trail to the Horsetooth Falls. We'll discuss what is happening in our natural world this time of year, focusing on plants and animals. Wear layers to accommodate changing wind and temperatures, good shoes, water and snacks, binoculars, and a spirit of adventure.
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Enjoy an evening with members of the Northern Colorado Astronomical Society (NCAS) for an up-close look at the night sky over the Rockies. Telescopes will be available for viewing stars, galaxies, planets and more! Bring the whole group to connect with the wonders of the night sky.
This open house-style program is located at Horsetooth Mountain Open Space (entrance on County Road 38E). Telescopes will be set up in the paved parking lot. Program is free but a parking pass is required. Registration is encouraged.
This open house-style program is located at Horsetooth Mountain Open Space (entrance on County Road 38E). Telescopes will be set up in the paved parking lot. Program is free but a parking pass is required. Registration is encouraged.
Enjoy an evening with members of the Northern Colorado Astronomical Society (NCAS) for an up-close look at the night sky over the Rockies. Telescopes will be available for viewing stars, galaxies, planets and more! Bring the whole group to connect with the wonders of the night sky.
This open house-style program is located at Devil's Backbone Open Space. Telescopes will be set up at the trailhead. Program is free but a parking pass is required. Registration is encouraged.
This open house-style program is located at Devil's Backbone Open Space. Telescopes will be set up at the trailhead. Program is free but a parking pass is required. Registration is encouraged.
Enjoy an evening with members of the Northern Colorado Astronomical Society (NCAS) for an up-close look at the night sky over the Rockies. Telescopes will be available for viewing stars, galaxies, planets and more! Bring the whole group to connect with the wonders of the night sky.
This open house-style program is located at Horsetooth Mountain Open Space (entrance on County Road 38E). Telescopes will be set up in the paved parking lot. Program is free but a parking pass is required. Registration is encouraged.
This open house-style program is located at Horsetooth Mountain Open Space (entrance on County Road 38E). Telescopes will be set up in the paved parking lot. Program is free but a parking pass is required. Registration is encouraged.
As winter approaches, Larimer County Department of Natural Resources (LCDNR), in partnership with the Central Federal Lands Highway Division (CFLHD), will continue to advance a multi-year, multi-phase construction project designed to improve roadways and enhance public access at Carter Lake and Horsetooth Reservoir. The effort is partially funded through the Colorado Federal Lands Access Program (FLAP).
Active construction areas include:
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Thirty years ago, Larimer County voters made a lasting investment in nature by approving the Help Preserve Open Spaces 0.25-cent sales tax—launching a legacy of conservation, stewardship, and public access that continues today.
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In partnership with local landowner Gary Fonay, Larimer County Natural Resources has conserved an 800-acre ranch via conservation easement in northern Larimer County. The conservation easement acquisition is made possible due to a generous donation from the Fonay family.
The Fonay Ranch boasts high quality, intact native foothills grassland, shrubland and ponderosa pine woodlands, rimrock outcroppings, and protects key wildlife habitat west and adjacent to Red Mountain Open Space.
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Explore the birds of winter at River Bluffs Open Space and learn what they're up to this time of year. How do they survive the cold? Why are they here? Let's find out! Walk 1-ish miles with Larimer County Education and Volunteer Specialist, Ellen Harris, along the Poudre River trail to learn about Colorado's winter birds. We will also include a short portion on bird identification. No birding experience required!
Explore the birds of winter at River Bluffs Open Space and learn what they're up to this time of year. How do they survive the cold? Why are they here? Let's find out! Walk 1-ish miles with Larimer County Education and Volunteer Specialist, Ellen Harris, along the Poudre River trail to learn about Colorado's winter birds. We will also include a short portion on bird identification. No birding experience required!
Larimer County Natural Resources has conserved the 675-acre Legend Trail Ranch in northern Larimer County. The protection of the ranch was made possible by the generous donation of a conservation easement on the property by landowner Cheryl Rennels.
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