With the nicer weather, more people are hitting our trails and open spaces, but so are the thieves! Break-ins have been occurring at many open spaces and trailheads, including Red Rock Canyon. Lock your cars and take your valuables with you (or leave them at home).

“We’re a Bike-Friendly Community”  Click here to learn more

VOLUNTEERS NEEDED FOR THE BIKE MONTH BIKE AND TRAIL FESTIVAL. CONTACT 385-7431 IF YOU CAN HELP.

Parks Initiative. The Colorado Springs Parks, Recreation and Cultural Services Department is soliciting input on your experience with dogs off leash or with aggressive dogs. They want to quantify the problem and then look at specific actions needed to mitigate the problem. : E-mail them:

Local ordinances require dogs to be leashed on city and county trails and in the parks unless they are in a designated off-leash area. Dog owners are also required to remove dog waste.

Hike and Bike Ride at Chico Basin Ranch, May 17. It's a rare opportunity to visit the ranch. It's a Day of Adventure on the Prairie.

Support the Midland Depot.
Saturday, May 31, 2008
Crystola Bar & Grill
20928 East Highway 24
Woodland park
BBQ Buffet (5 - 8 pm)
silent and Live Auctions, Cash Bar
Call 719-651-5339 for more info
This is a fundraising event for T.H.E. Coalition and the Colorado Midland Railway Depot at Divide preservation project.

We have posted all the work days and volunteer projects that we are aware of. If your organization has a trail, park or open space volunteer project scheduled, please let us know so we may post it. If you are looking for a project, please check these out. Organizations and Agencies: please let us know of any additional trail building projects you have planned for this year.

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