Looking for a nature outing with visitors this summer? Check out the Ranger Guided Programs at Florissant Fossil Beds National Monument in Florissant. The junior ranger program, park film and exhibits, two self-guided interpretive trails, and 14 miles of hiking trails are available to visitors throughout the year. Contact the Monument at (719) 748-3253 for […]
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Give Your Kids the Gift of Time — Naturally
It doesn’t cost you anything. It’s FREE. The gift of time. Your kids want it, need it, love it! So spend some time with them — doing something! Take them sledding or tubing in winter. Hiking in summer. It’s FREE. Take them to one of the local nature centers to explore their environment and learn more […]
Did You Know About Discounts for Cheyenne Mt. Zoo Tix?
We know a day at the Cheyenne Mountain Zoo can get to be a bit pricey, especially for a family. But did you know about some of the discounts they offer? Military discounts are available on zoo admission tickets, (see the Admission, Fees & Discounts HERE for complete details). For military discounts on a zoo membership, call […]
Get Fit at the Garden — Take a Weekly Walk for the Health of It
Walking is a good thing! Especially when you do it in a lovely setting. Under the auspices of Innovations in Aging Collaborative, Garden of the Gods Visitor & Nature Center will offer Colorado Springs residents a new weekly health walk at Garden of the Gods park. You’ll have a choice of one, two or three […]
Take a Free Tea Tour at Celestial Seasonings in Boulder
It’s always tea time in Boulder. Celestial Seasonings, the largest specialty tea company in America, offers FREE tours seven days a week (excluding major holidays), allowing visitors to see, taste and smell the many flavors and spices that make Celestial Seasonings so special. An on-site art gallery displays the original paintings used on Celestial Seasonings’ colorful packaging throughout the years. If you like […]
Hammond Candy Factory Tours Have Inside Scoop on Sweets
Have a sweet tooth? Check out Hammond’s FREE candy factory tours, fun and educational for candy lovers of all ages. See how our famous, handcrafted candy canes, ribbon candy, and lollipops are pulled, twisted, and shaped by hand – just like they were in 1920. The Mile High City is home to their one-and-only factory location where […]
State Parks Pass Saves Money for Folks Who Go Exploring
Give yourself a “green” gift or give one to the hiker, mountain biker, fisherman (or woman), camper or other outdoors-lover in your life. Buy a Colorado State Parks Pass! It’s a great deal, says Deb Frazier of Colorado State Parks. For one thing, it’s $7 per car now to enter a state park (and there are 42 […]
U.S. Olympic Training Center Sports Free Tours, Athletes in Action
The United States Olympic Training Center in Colorado Springs gives visitors to the city a unique look at the lives and training regimens of future (and current) Olympic athletes. FREE admission, FREE tours and a FREE visitors center focus on the past accomplishments and the future goals of American athletes. Swimmers, cyclists, archers, gymnasts, boxers, volleyballers and others live […]
National Parks Offer Lots of Free Activities and Entertainment
Vacation Travel Doesn’t Have to Break the Piggybank
Travel can be expensive Here, from our sister site, Living on the Cheap, are some tips to cut costs. 1. Before you go, order a visitors guide from the state tourism board or convention and visitors bureau of the place you will be visiting. Often the guide will have money-saving coupons to local attractions, accommodations […]