• CANCELLED – Interlaken Post Fire Recovery Work Day

    Interlaken Trailhead County Road 25, Twin Lakes, CO, United States

    We regret to announce that due to the government shutdown and resulting furlough of key staff at our primary partner agency, the U.S. Forest Service, the final Interlaken Post-Fire Volunteer Work Day has been cancelled. Thank you to everyone who signed up for this event and has supported the project over the past year and […]

  • Coffee & Climate Conversation at Leadville Visitor Center

    Leadville Visitor Center 460 Harrison Ave, Leadville, CO, United States

    Join the Climate Conversation on Tuesday November 18th from 8–9AM at the Leadville/Lake County Visitor Center (460 Harrison). We’ll sip free Zero Day coffee, share everything from good news to climate anxieties, and talk about how we stay grounded and connected through it all.

    Free
  • Avalanche Awareness Night at FREIGHT

    FREIGHT 320 E. 9th Street, Leadville, CO, United States

    Join Lake County Search & Rescue (LCSAR) and a local Colorado Avalanche Information Center (CAIC) Forecaster to learn the fundamentals of avalanche safety and how to make safer choices in the backcountry, with a focus on the mountains around Lake County. There will be a presentation and Q&A so come prepared with questions about snow […]

    Free
  • Outdoor Recreation: Winter Nutrition

    Colorado Mountain College 901 S Hwy 24, Leadville, CO, United States

    All are welcome to attend this free, interactive talk at CMC where you will learn all about fueling your body for winter recreation. Hosted by Karen Casey, a registered dietitian, this talk will explore topics such as common nutrition myths and mistakes, an overview of macronutrients, what hydration really means and what it takes, as […]

  • Friends of Twin Lakes Annual Heritage Park Clean Up

    Twin Lakes Heritage Park (Red Rooster Visitor Center) Hwy 82, Twin Lakes, CO, United States

    Come join the Friends of Twin Lakes on May 16th for their annual Heritage Park Clean Up. Event is from 9:00am to 12:00pm - ish at the Twin Lakes Visitor Center and Heritage Park. The clean up is for the summer season, showcasing our lovely area to welcome visitors and for the enjoyment of residents. […]

    Free
  • 2nd Annual Lake County Wildfire Resiliency Fair

    Southern Fire Station 141 County Road 10, Leadville, CO, United States

    Join the experts for an evening of community connection and wildfire preparedness at the 2nd annual Lake County Wildfire Resiliency Fair! Wednesday, May 20 | 6–7:30PM Southern Fire Station II FREE | Kid-Friendly S'mores, snacks and refreshments provided Raffle at 7:15PM This FREE, family-friendly event brings together local, state, and federal partners to help you […]

    Free
  • Community Clean Up Day

    Downtown Leadville Harrison Avenue, Leadville, CO, United States

    It's time for Lake County's annual community clean up day! Saturday, May 30th from 9am to 1pm. Start by registering that you are coming to the event (walk ups are welcome but preregistering helps us spread out throughout the county) Check in at the Lake County Courthouse Lawn on Saturday 5/30 between 9am and 11am […]

    Free
  • Friends of Lake County – Interlaken Sign Installation

    Interlaken Trailhead County Road 25, Twin Lakes, CO, United States

    Come volunteer with The Friends of Lake County and the US Forest Service to install signs at Interlaken in Twin Lakes. 9am Start, bring your own water, snacks and work gloves Click here to sign up for Friends of Lake County (FOLC) events this summer, detailed email with meeting location and work information will be […]

    Free
  • Friends of Lake County – Halfmoon Road Clean Up

    Halfmoon Road County Road 11 / Forest Service Road 110, Leadville, CO, United States

    Come volunteer with The Friends of Lake County, US Forest Service and Runners for Public Lands to clean up litter and dismantle illegal fire rings along Halfmoon Road. 7:30am Start, bring your own water, snacks and work gloves Click here to sign up for Friends of Lake County (FOLC) events this summer, detailed email with […]

    Free
  • Friends of Lake County – Tennessee Pass Trailhead Ambassador Day

    Tennessee Pass Trailhead Hwy 24, Leadville, CO, United States

    Come volunteer with The Friends of Lake County and the US Forest Service to welcome and educate recreation users at the Tennessee Pass Trailhead. 8:30am Start, bring your own water and snacks. Click here to sign up for Friends of Lake County (FOLC) events this summer, detailed email with meeting location and work information will […]

    Free
  • Friends of Lake County – Turquoise Lake Nature Trail Bridge Replacement

    Turquoise Lake Nature Trail (near Molly Brown Campground) Leadville CO, CO, United States

    Come volunteer with The Friends of Lake County and the US Forest Service to help replace the bridge along the Turquoise Lake Nature Trail. 9:00am Start, bring your own water, snacks and work gloves. Click here to sign up for Friends of Lake County (FOLC) events this summer, detailed email with meeting location and work […]

    Free
  • Rain Barrel Workshop at Leadville Visitor Center

    Leadville Visitor Center 460 Harrison Ave, Leadville, CO, United States

    Rain Barrel Workshop: Come join CSU Extension for a free workshop on Rain Barrels. Learn about the Colorado Regulations surrounding well water, and rainwater harvesting. We'll also talk about where you can get or make barrels and how to install them. June 24th at 5pm at the Leadville/Twin Lakes Visitor Center, 460 Harrison Ave, Leadville, CO […]