Parks & Recreation Upcoming Events

View upcoming events from the Parks and Recreation Department.

Tijeras Bio Zone Clean-Up

Mar 25, 2023 from 08:30 AM to 12:00 PM
Our Annual Spring Clean-Ups in the Foothills begin down the Route 66 road at the recent property acquisition: Tijeras Bio Zone Pre-registration required.

Outdoor Field School: Ornithological Observations (ages 11-14)

Apr 01, 2023 from 09:00 AM to 12:00 PM
Middle school-aged youth join two Open Space education park rangers for in-depth learning about the natural world around them through fun, hands-on science outdoors using real scientific field equipment. Classes take place at a variety of Open Space public lands.

Intro to the Outdoors: Learn to Birdwatch (for adults)

Apr 01, 2023 from 02:30 PM to 04:00 PM
Play like a grown-up and join us for classes that introduce the basic principles of various outdoor activities including hiking, map and compass, birding, mountain biking, and more. All in a supportive and fun environment. Classes are led by experienced outdoor educators and provide all necessary materials.

Family Nature Club: Valuable Volunteering

Apr 08, 2023 from 10:00 AM to 12:00 PM
Join an Open Space education park ranger for a family-friendly hike and engage in hands-on learning together as a family, listen to natural history fun facts, enjoy storytelling, and seek out wildlife.

Intro to the Outdoors: Learn to Birdwatch (for adults)

Apr 08, 2023 from 02:00 PM to 03:30 PM
Play like a grown-up and join us for classes that introduce the basic principles of various outdoor activities including hiking, map and compass, birding, mountain biking, and more. All in a supportive and fun environment. Classes are led by experienced outdoor educators and provide all necessary materials.

Intro to the Outdoors: Learn to Birdwatch (for adults)

Apr 14, 2023 from 03:00 PM to 04:30 PM
Play like a grown-up and join us for classes that introduce the basic principles of various outdoor activities including hiking, map and compass, birding, mountain biking, and more. All in a supportive and fun environment. Classes are led by experienced outdoor educators and provide all necessary materials.

Intro to the Outdoors: Learn to Birdwatch (for adults)

Apr 15, 2023 from 03:00 PM to 04:30 PM
Play like a grown-up and join us for classes that introduce the basic principles of various outdoor activities including hiking, map and compass, birding, mountain biking, and more. All in a supportive and fun environment. Classes are led by experienced outdoor educators and provide all necessary materials.

Foothills Wild

Apr 16, 2023 from 08:00 AM to 09:30 AM
The third Wednesday of the month, meet at the Cottonwood Springs parking lot at Elena Gallegos Open Space for a guided hike. Carpooling is encouraged.