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  Colorado Parks & Wildlife

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  Family Activity Backpacks!

     Discover our Family Activity Backpacks that visitors can check out at select parks for their journey along the trail. Libraries across the state are offering two "Check Out State Parks" passes, each for distribution with an activity backpack containing binoculars, brochures and other educational materials to library patrons. These packs help turn an ordinary hike into a learning adventure in nature! The interactive packs will include: two large bug boxes, magnifiers, various guide books (covering birds, insects, wildflowers and pond or tree life depending on the park), binoculars and a nature journal. Families can use the contents of the pack to let their imaginations soar or they can use some of the suggested activities for more structured exploration. The packs can help explorers of any age discover how fun the journey can be as they delve in for a closer look of the great outdoors. Activity packs may be checked-out at the park visitor centers or office for day use and returned before heading home or back to the campsite. (less) ... Read more

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  Copper Mountain Resort Association

  Copper Mountain

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  Copper Mountain Resort Association

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  Copper's activities let you enjoy the mountains while relaxing in the Village at Copper with the entire family. Race on Summit County's only go kart track, conquer the climbing wall or see who gets the first hole-in-one at Copper's mini golf course. Summer Activity Passes: Include: (1) Alpine Coaster Ride, (3) Bungee, (1) go-kart, (1) zip-line, mini golf, (2) Wrecktangle hydro bike, bumper boats, and climbing wall.

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  Elitch Gardens Theme Park

  Denver

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  Located in the heart of Denver and celebrating 125 years of fun, Elitch Gardens is America's only Downtown Theme and Water Park. The park is open May 2nd through November 1st. There's something for everyone, with 53 rides and attractions, including 14 pint-sized adventures, thrilling roller coasters and an entire water park. This year, there's more entertainment than ever before with exciting new family shows Conjure and Disney's Octonauts, plus Fright Fest in October! The perfect place to celebrate that special day! Big Fun Birthday: Come play at the park with your friends for your birthday. Our gift to you? Free admission for the birthday guest! Just $32.99 per person. Blast Off Birthday: Step up the fun! Includes admission to the Theme and Water Park, meals deals for each guest, and one free parking pass. Free admission and meal for the birthday guest. Just $42.99 per person. Visit ElitchGardens.com for more information and to purchase discount tickets. (less) ... Read more

  Save on Discounted 2018 Season Passes--ONLINE ONLY

  Discounted 2018 Elitch Gardens Theme & Water Park season passes on sale now! $64.99 per person includes access to the both parks, bring a friend free tickets, free parking and much more. …

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  Glenwood Caverns Adventure Park

  Glenwood Springs

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  America's Only Mountain-top Theme Park!

     Glenwood Caverns Adventure Park, in Glenwood Springs, Colorado, offers a unique day of family fun...where nature meets adventure! Take the scenic tram to the top of Iron Moutain where you'll experience incredible thrill rides perched on the edge of Glenwood Canyon, high above the Colorado River, like The Giant Canyon Swing, the Cliffhanger Roller Coaster, the Glenwood Canyon Flyer and one of the longest Alpine Coasters in the state. New for summer 2017, is the Haunted Mine Drop, the world's only drop town inside a mountain. There are two unique kid-friendly guided tours of Glenwood Caverns & Historic Fairy Caves, voted "One of the Top 10 Family Cave Tours in the Country". Kids' love the 4D theater, laser tag, a Ferris Wheel, a kid's coaster, climbing wall and more. Mountain-top restaurant and breathtaking Rocky Mountain vistas. Great for groups, family reunions and birthday parties. Open year-round, visit our website for hours and to purchase tickets online. (less) ... Read more

  50% Off Tram Admission to Glenwood Caverns Adventure Park - ONLINE ONLY

  ONLINE ONLY - Go to www.glenwoodcaverns.com: buy tickets. YOU MUST PURCHASE TICKETS ONLINE using the promo code: USFAM. to receive your 50% Off Tram Ride Admission to Glenwood Caverns Advent…

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  Libraries Rock

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  Libraries Rock - Summer Reading Programs

     Your public library has a great summer program that's full of fun for the whole family! Public libraries across the country are featuring music this summer, and their summer program has the fun - and true! - slogan, Libraries Rock! Find events for all ages, along with ongoing programs, concerts, and of course plenty of books, audio books, magazines, music CDs, eBooks, and much more to keep your family engaged this summer. You can also check out a nature backpack with a state park pass to get the family outside together, exploring and enjoying the beautiful Colorado outdoors. And best of all, when kids read and engage in enriching activities over the summer, they'll experience less summer learning loss and be more prepared to start school next year right where they left off. So visit your library this summer and sign up the whole family in the summer program - it's free, fun, and music filled! (less) ... Read more

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  Pirates Cove

  Englewood

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  Ahoy ye mateys? We would like to welcome you to a swashbuckling good time at Pirates Cove. Come cool off and play in our lagoon with a large interactive play structure, the Bay, a 25 meter pool with diving board and drop slide, 3 slides from a 35' tower and float around our lazy river. A concession stand his here to curb any appetite or sweet tooth. Before leaving you can get a pirate souvenir or temporary tattoo. (less) ... Read more

  Closed For The Season

  Pirates Cove is Closed for the Season. We will reopen on Saturday May 25, 2019

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  RaftColorado.net

  RaftColorado.net

  RaftColorado.net is Colorado's online guide for whitewater rafting. Check out dozens of special offers updated daily for family whitewater rafting adventure.

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  Colorado Parks & Wildlife

  Colorado Parks & Wildlife

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  Family Activity Backpacks!

     Discover our Family Activity Backpacks that visitors can check out at select parks for their journey along the trail. Libraries across the state are offering two "Check Out State Parks" passes, each for distribution with an activity backpack containing binoculars, brochures and other educational materials to library patrons. These packs help turn an ordinary hike into a learning adventure in nature! The interactive packs will include: two large bug boxes, magnifiers, various guide books (covering birds, insects, wildflowers and pond or tree life depending on the park), binoculars and a nature journal. Families can use the contents of the pack to let their imaginations soar or they can use some of the suggested activities for more structured exploration. The packs can help explorers of any age discover how fun the journey can be as they delve in for a closer look of the great outdoors. Activity packs may be checked-out at the park visitor centers or office for day use and returned before heading home or back to the campsite. (less) ... Read more

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  Outward Bound

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  For 50 years and with more than 1 million participants, Outward Bound continues to lead the way in outdoor adventure-education for youth and adults. With locations throughout the United States and Internationally and over 500 courses to choose from, your perfect adventure awaits! Outward Bound programs emphasize personal growth through experience and challenge in the wilderness. Students develop self-reliance, responsibility, teamwork, confidence, compassion, as well as environmental and community stewardship. Courses range in length from four days to three months, for ages 12 to 45+. Activities include backpacking, canoeing, rock climbing, mountaineering, white water rafting, sailing, dog sledding, skiing and much more. Scholarships are available. (less) ... Read more