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Run to the Shrine

Presented by Cheyenne Mountain Zoo at Cheyenne Mountain Zoo

May 19, 2012

Cheyenne Mountain Zoo invites world class runners and families alike to join in the Run to the Shrine. Both the 5K and the 10K options curve through the zoo and some of the most stunning mountain scenery this side of the Rockies. The races conclude with a party at The Lodge at Moose Lake!

A great opportunity for competitive racers, casual walkers, as well as families and children eager to show their ...More

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	Tell-a-friend Salute To The Olympic Family Luncheon Presented by Colorado Springs Sports Corporation at DoubleTree by Hilton Colorado Springs May 18, 2012 The Colorado Springs Sports Corp presents the 2nd Annual Salute to the Olympic Family Luncheon. Olympic basketball gold medalist and Hall of Famer Teresa Edwards is the guest ...More
	Tell-a-friend Jamoral presents: West African Culture Through Rhythm and Dance Presented by Jamoral at Marmalade at Smokebrush May 18, 2012 Jamoral bring the experience of traditional West African culture home to Colorado Springs. Music and rhythm are synonymous with life in West Africa. Dancing, singing, and drumming ...More
	Tell-a-friend Buy tickets Guided Birding Hike Presented by Pikes Peak Community Foundation May 19, 2012 Join local birder Charlie Campbell at Pinello Ranch for a guided outing identifying birds during spring migration. Pinello Ranch is one of several key areas that birds use as ...More
	Tell-a-friend Buy tickets Scoutreach Family Day at Camp Alexander Presented by Pikes Peak Council Boy Scouts of America May 19, 2012 The Pikes Peak Council of the Boy Scouts of America is having a special, one-day, event for at risk youths on May 19, 2012. The event is called Scoutreach Family Day at Camp ...More
	Tell-a-friend Buy tickets Open for the Season: Starsmore Discovery Center Presented by Starsmore Discovery Center at Starsmore Discovery Center April 3-May 23, 2012 Starsmore Discovery Center and nature museum opens for the season on April 3. Admission is free and all are welcome to explore the hands-on exhibits. Gift shop items and snacks ...More
	Tell-a-friend Kid’s Fishing Derby Presented by Fountain Creek Nature Center May 26, 2012 Kids, ages 15 and under, can fish free, catch a “big one”, and receive prizes at the Willow Springs Ponds in Fountain Creek Regional Park where everyone is a winner. ...More
	Tell-a-friend Orvis 101 Fly Fishing class Presented by Anglers Covey May 1-September 29, 2012 Now’s your chance to learn fly fishing basics in one of our free fly fishing 101 classes. Free lessons on fly casting and outfit rigging. This is a basic one hour class ...More

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Event Name	Organization	Dates	City
2012 Front Range Dance-A-Thon & Expo 2012 Front Range Dance-A-Thon & Expo Presented by Candice Griffin Events at Sundance Mountain Lodge September 29-September 30, 2012 The 2012 "You Gotta Feel It!" Danca-A-Thon lasts for 12 hours with at least 2 members from each team remaining on the floor at all times throughout the event. We will "dance through the decades" with costumes, events, lessons and exhibitions by local dance professionals and learn how dancing is a great way to stay in shape, while fund raising for Tri-Lakes Cares!!	Candice Griffin Events	09/29/12- 09/30/12	Monument
2012 Ute Valley Pro XCT 2012 Ute Valley Pro XCT Presented by Colorado Endurance Sports at Ute Valley Park June 16-June 17, 2012 The Ute Valley Pro XCT will be a test of the 2012 mountain bike race season. This cross-country event is part of a four Race National Tour that features most of the top professional racers in the US, Canada and Latin America, most of which are training for a spot in the 2012 Olympics. Eliminator and Short Track events will be featured on Sunday, followed by a fun but challenging Enduro Pub Crawl. Start will be Ute Valley Park at a local favorite pub. The Crawl will include:...	Colorado Endurance Sports	06/16/12- 06/17/12	Colorado Springs
Adventure Camp -Ages 11-13- Adventure Camp -Ages 11-13- Presented by Catamount Institute July 23-July 27, 2012 Get ready to travel for a week of adventure in the high-country with Catamount’s professional outdoor guides. The lodge at John Wesley Ranch will be your home for the week where you will find boulders to climb and fish to catch. Enjoy outdoor rock-climbing and a little geology in Red Rock Canyon with City Rock. Travel to Canon City for some of the best whitewater rafting in the state with Echo Canyon River Expeditions. Make new friends around the campfire as you complete your week...	Catamount Institute	07/23/12- 07/27/12	Divide
Ascent Cycling Series Ascent Cycling Series Presented by Sand Creek Sports, Inc. June 6-August 8, 2012 Local mountain bicycle race series June 6, July 18, and August 8: Bear Creek Terrace June 13 and July 25: Palmer Park	Sand Creek Sports, Inc.	06/06/12- 08/08/12	Colorado Springs
Backpack Beyond Camp -Ages 13-16- Backpack Beyond Camp -Ages 13-16- Presented by Catamount Institute at Beidleman Environmental Center August 6-August 10, 2012 Shoulder your backpack and join seasoned adventure guides on a 4-day backpacking trip in the high country. Explore high altitude lakes and mountain peaks. Top off your trek climbing one of the Sangre De Cristo’s rugged peaks, then relax your muscles in a hot spring pool at Mt. Princeton. Perfect for beginning backpackers interested in building backcountry camping skills including wilderness navigation and Leave No Trace skills. Become a volunteer Environmental Ambassador and learn to...	Catamount Institute	08/06/12- 08/10/12	Colorado Springs
BIGDOGBRAG BIGDOGBRAG Presented by Adventure With A Purpose at RAM Off-Road Park August 4, 2012 Let’s face it, not everyone is a warrior, spartan, or special forces, Greek-sized competitor. Maybe you’ve been thinking about running in one of these mud races but the thought of electrocution or diving into 32 degree water isn’t your idea of a good time. Then the inaugural BIGDOGBRAG is the mud run of choice. Don’t be fooled, the BIGDOGBRAG isn’t a walk in the dog park. There’s no lack of mud pits, walls to scale, cargo net or boulder climbs. The...	Adventure With A Purpose	08/04/12	Colorado Springs
Cheyenne Canon Summer Camp Avg. Event Rating(5.0 Stars): Cheyenne Canon Summer Camp Presented by Starsmore Discovery Center at Starsmore Discovery Center July 16-July 20, 2012 Avg. Event Rating (5.0 Stars): Register Now for Cheyenne Canon Summer Camp Starsmore Discovery Center presents, “H20, Go! Discover the Power of Water,” a summer camp for children aged 8-12. Children will learn how water influences every aspect of life in the canon from the smallest insects to the cliffs that line the canon walls.	Starsmore Discovery Center	07/16/12- 07/20/12	Colorado Springs
Creepy Crawly Safari Day Camp -Ages 6-8- Creepy Crawly Safari Day Camp -Ages 6-8- Presented by Catamount Institute at Beidleman Environmental Center June 11-June 15, 2012 Investigate the wild world of all things that hop, wiggle, swim, and fly in this half-day camp. Explore local habitats close to your own backyard. Use magnifying glasses to see the world up close, from the grasshopper’s eye. Learn about slithery snakes and feathered falcons. Hike from creek to mesa top. Games, songs, art, and adventure will be a part of each day, helping us understand why the creepy-crawlies do what they do!	Catamount Institute	06/11/12- 06/15/12	Colorado Springs
Extreme Adventure Camp -Ages 13-16- Extreme Adventure Camp -Ages 13-16- Presented by Catamount Institute July 9-July 13, 2012 Pack your bags and move into a mountain cabin for a week of extreme adventure with Catamount’s experienced outdoor guides. Cabins at the historic Bear Trap Ranch will be your base-camp for the week where you will boulder in the indoor climbing gym before heading outside for a geology lesson in rock-climbing granite cliffs. Meet other teens interested in living the adventure. Whitewater raft near Canon City with Echo Canyon. Finish your week with a backpacking trek overnight...	Catamount Institute	07/09/12- 07/13/12	Colorado Springs
Landon Mayer-Fly Fisherman Landon Mayer-Fly Fisherman Presented by Rampart Library District at Woodland Park Public Library June 28, 2012 Meet renowned Fly Fisherman, Landon Mayer, author of Colorado's Best Fly Fishing and contributing writer to High Country Angler and Fly Fisherman Magazine and many more. Learn about his innovative techniques for sighting, hooking, and landing selective trout!	Rampart Library District	06/28/12	Woodland Park
Outdoor Explorers Day Camp -Ages 9-11- Outdoor Explorers Day Camp -Ages 9-11- Presented by Catamount Institute at Beidleman Environmental Center June 18-June 29, 2012 Hike mountain trails and navigate rushing streams with Catamount this summer. Meet hawks, owls, and falcons up close at a live raptor program before dissecting owl pellets to discover what they eat. Stretch your muscles rock climbing at City Rock, scaling the highest walls Colorado has to offer. Pack your sleeping bag Thursday for an overnight at historic John Wesley Ranch, complete with the glow of a campfire and s’mores. Explore all things outdoors, and let your love of nature...	Catamount Institute	06/18/12- 06/29/12	Colorado Springs
Pikes Peak Cycling Hill Climb Pikes Peak Cycling Hill Climb Presented by Summit Cycling Productions July 14, 2012 The 3rd Annual Bike Ride to the summit of Pikes Peak. This event is the only chance cycling enthusiasts have to ride to the summit all year long! Don't miss out on the chance to push yourself and challenge America's Mountain!	Summit Cycling Productions	07/14/12	Cascade
Prairie Falcon Watch Prairie Falcon Watch Presented by Garden of the Gods Park & Visitor Center at Garden of the Gods Visitors Center May 16-June 27, 2012 At the Garden of the Gods North Main Parking Lot Trail Head, Cliff and Jane Eisenach will offer a free presentation and spotting scope viewing of nesting prairie falcons on our North Gateway Rock formation. These fast-flying medium sized raptors are interesting to watch as they soar above the Garden scouting prey to feed their fledglings, born in a nest scrape on the face of the Gateway spire and staying near their roost for the next month or so.	Garden of the Gods Park & Visitor Center	05/16/12- 06/27/12	Colorado Springs
ProCycling US Grand Prix of Sprinting ProCycling US Grand Prix of Sprinting Presented by Summit Cycling Productions June 22-June 24, 2012 This summer the Velodrome in Memorial Park will host the world’s fastest cyclists. A field featuring Olympic and world champions is expected to compete from June 22-24 at the 2nd Annual ProCycling US Grand Prix of Sprinting. The event is again on the UCI International Calendar and will be one of the final international tune-up events before the London Olympic Games. National teams will be in Colorado Springs for this world-class event as part of their final preparations...	Summit Cycling Productions	06/22/12- 06/24/12	Colorado Springs
Reach Your Peak 4-Mile Run, Walk, & Stroll Reach Your Peak 4-Mile Run, Walk, & Stroll Presented by Junior League of Colorado Springs May 20, 2012 Please join the Junior League of Colorado Springs at 8:00 a.m. on May 20, 2012, for our 4th Annual Reach Your Peak 4 Miler, a family and stroller-friendly run, walk & stroll to benefit the Junior League of Colorado Springs’ community service projects, including our annual Kids in the Kitchen event to promote healthy eating and living to children and families. The run will start and finish at University Village Shopping Center at North Nevada Ave. and I-25. Post race...	Junior League of Colorado Springs	05/20/12	Colorado Springs
Red Mountain Yoga Red Mountain Yoga Presented by Red Mountain Yoga January 14, 2012-January 1, 2013 Discover your healthy, happy, true self through yoga. All experience levels welcome.	Red Mountain Yoga	01/14/12- 01/01/13	Colorado Springs
Rocky Mountain State Games Rocky Mountain State Games Presented by Colorado Springs Sports Corporation July 20-July 29, 2012 The Rocky Mountain State Games (RMSG) is a multi-sport festival for Colorado citizens of all ages and athletic abilities including physically disabled, visually impaired and Paralympic athletes. Recognized by the National Congress of State Games, a member of the United States Olympic Committee, the 2012 Rocky Mountain State Games will be held in July in Colorado Springs. Organized and managed by the Colorado Springs Sports Corporation, the 2012 RMSG will offer competition in 32...	Colorado Springs Sports Corporation	07/20/12- 07/29/12	Colorado Springs
Sport Climbing Center Summer BBQ and Fun Comp Sport Climbing Center Summer BBQ and Fun Comp Presented by Sport Climbing Center June 16, 2012 Join the outdoor community for an event at the Sport Climbing Center. SCC will be hosting a fun competition, grilling food, and providing Beverages for the event. Video presentation by Ben Schmitt on Rock climbing near 11 Mile Canyon! Tons of raffle prizes provided by REI and Evolve!	Sport Climbing Center	06/16/12	Colorado Springs
Starlight Spectacular 2012 Starlight Spectacular 2012 Presented by Trails and Open Space Coalition at Garden of the Gods Visitors Center June 9, 2012 Join the Trails and Open Space Coalition for the 18th Annual Starlight Spectacular! This fun night-time bicycle ride is suitable for all ages and abilities and traverses the City of Colorado Springs, the Garden of the Gods and Old Colorado City. The ride begins and ends at the Garden of the Gods Visitor and Nature Center. Along the route, riders are re-energized and entertained by themed rest stops. Upon returning to the Garden of the Gods Visitor and Nature Center, all participants receive...	Trails and Open Space Coalition	06/09/12	Colorado Springs
Sunset Wildlife Hike Sunset Wildlife Hike Presented by Fountain Creek Nature Center at Fountain Creek Nature Center May 25, 2012 Join us for a walk through the Cattail Marsh Wildlife Area to enjoy the sights and sounds of spring. We may even see a beaver! Reservations required.	Fountain Creek Nature Center	05/25/12	Fountain
Tee Up for Life Tee Up for Life Presented by American Cancer Society at Antler Creek Golf Course August 4, 2012 Tee Up for Life holds an annual charity golf tournament benefiting the American Cancer Society. Established by a local cancer survivor, this event allows you to give to the ACS while having some fun in the beautiful Colorado sunshine with friends.	American Cancer Society	08/04/12	Falcon
The Dirty Dash - Colorado Springs The Dirty Dash - Colorado Springs Presented by The Dirty Dash August 11, 2012 The Dirty Dash - Colorado A Carmel Brownie Factory Explosion of mud and fun. You’ve proven by living in Colorado that you defy basic laws of biology: you don’t need oxygen to function. Now defy the basic laws of running and relationships: push your friends in the mud, drag their names through it, and sling it like your favorite Congressman. The Dirty Dash will take you and your friends to a Rocky Mountain High that doesn’t require an intervention or a visit...	The Dirty Dash	08/11/12	Black Forest
The Pikes Peak Club Charity Golf Tournament The Pikes Peak Club Charity Golf Tournament Presented by The Pikes Peak Club July 17, 2012 The Pikes Peak Club presents a Charity Golf Tournament for the benefit of Pikes Peak Hospice and Palliative Care. Includes breakfast/luncheon and fabulous awards/prizes.	The Pikes Peak Club	07/17/12	Air Force Academy
U.S. Ultimate Open U.S. Ultimate Open Presented by USA Ultimate July 5-July 8, 2012 USA Ultimate, the National governing Body for the sport of Ultimate in the United States, announced today plans for the inaugural U.S. Open, a major international competition and Ultimate convention in Colorado Springs, Colo. The U.S. Open will be an annual event held during the Fourth of July weekend every year, and invite the world’s best teams from three divisions – Open, Women’s and Mixed. The event will host 24 teams and more than 600 of the best Ultimate...	USA Ultimate	07/05/12- 07/08/12	Air Force Academy
Victor Downhill Gravity Race Avg. Event Rating(5.0 Stars): Victor Downhill Gravity Race Presented by Victor Downhill Gravity Race July 21, 2012 Avg. Event Rating (5.0 Stars): This will not be your normal soapbox derby. This unique non-motorized racing event challenges you to design and build outrageous, eccentric, gravity powered soapbox vehicles and compete against the clock and other teams in a downhill competition. This is a race for amateur drivers, which is fueled by creativity and competitive fun. All vehicles must be kinetic powered, meaning no engines or external energy sources are allowed. All ages are encouraged to participate. One driver per vehicle...	Victor Downhill Gravity Race	07/21/12	Victor
Where The Yellowstone Goes Where The Yellowstone Goes Presented by Where The Yellowstone Goes at Stargazers Theatre & Event Center June 13, 2012 Presented by Trout Headwaters, Inc. Sponsored by MONTANA, Simms Fishing, American Rivers and Costa Sunglasses. Where the Yellowstone Goes follows a 30-day drift boat journey down the longest "undammed" river in the lower 48. Intimate portraits of locals in both booming cities and dusty, dwindling towns along the Yellowstone River, illustrate the history and controversies surrounding this enigmatic watershed leading to questions about its future. Connect with colorful characters,...	Where The Yellowstone Goes	06/13/12	Colorado Springs
WWE presents Smackdown TV WWE presents Smackdown TV Presented by Colorado Springs World Arena at Colorado Springs World Arena July 10, 2012 WWE is back and better than ever!! Get your tickets today and cheer on your favorites in this nationally televised event!!	Colorado Springs World Arena	07/10/12	Colorado Springs
Yoga at the MACS Yoga at the MACS Presented by Movement Arts Community Studio July 7, 2011-July 13, 2012 The Movement Arts Community Studio is a volunteer-based studio that offers a variety of yoga classes to the public at very reasonable prices. Come visit this beautiful sanctuary of a space and gaze upon the rocky mountains while you practice.	Movement Arts Community Studio	07/07/11- 07/13/12	Colorado Springs

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