Upcoming Events
Sunset Stroll at Santa Fe Open Space
Mon., July 28, | 5:30 - 7:30 p.m.
Palmer Lake
This event is free and open to the general public. Advance registration is kindly requested.
Join us for a delightful sunset adventure along the stunning new Corral Loop Trail at Santa Fe Open Space! Be among the first to explore this historic site on a beautifully crafted trail, and experience the magic as the sun dips behind Sundance Mountain. Our expert guides from El Paso Parks and Rocky Mountain Field Institute will share informative stories about the trail's creation and the rich history of the land, which has been permanently protected by Palmer since 2007. Discover the preserved beauty of this cherished landscape—home to wildlife and natural splendor—now accessible to you. Bring your hiking essentials, and we’ll provide water and snacks for the trail on this FREE yet exclusive outing. Don’t miss this chance to connect with nature and history in the breathtaking evening summer light!
Where: Meet at the Palmer Lake Regional Recreation Area Santa Fe Trailhead
199 County Line Rd.
Palmer Lake, CO 80133
The Walk: Our walk will take us through scrub oak and mature ponderosa pines with a mild elevation gain of 150 ft over 2.5 miles on dirt trails.
For questions or more information, please reach out to [email protected]
Local Food 101: Becoming a Local Food Champion
Virtual Summer Conservation Update
Tues., July 29 | 12 - 1 p.m.
This event is free and open to the general public.
Join Palmer Land Conservancy and our partners at Pueblo Food Project for an informative session on strengthening your connection to the land by supporting local food producers. We’ll explore how Palmer’s work to protect land and water in southern Colorado continues to ensure that we have access to delicious local staples like Rocky Ford melons and Pueblo Chiles, while our featured speakers from Pueblo Food Project will delve into how their community-led coalition helps create a more vibrant, nutritious and equitable food system in Pueblo County.
Additionally, you’ll gain access to exclusive resources that will allow you to make the most of the summer harvest by shopping like a pro. We’ll cover the locations for numerous farmers’ markets across the region, the best seasons for all of Colorado’s homegrown foods, and how to access local goods year-round.
Where: Join us online. Palmer will send a Zoom link 24 hours prior to the event.
For questions or more information, please contact [email protected]
Hidden Gem Walk to Blair Bridge
Thurs., July 29 | 12 - 1 p.m.
This event is free and open to the general public.
The Pikes Peak region's landscape holds secrets waiting to be discovered. Before we unveil a collection of these hidden gems during our Liquid Lecture with Fountain Creek Watershed District at Red Leg Brewing Company, we're offering an exclusive opportunity to explore one hidden-in-plain-sight gem on foot. Join Palmer Land Conservancy for a hike at Blair Bridge Open Space to learn more about how conservation has forever protected some of our region’s most prized parks and open spaces.
Event Details
When: Thursday, August 21, 2025
4:00 - 5:30 p.m. - Walk to Blair Bridge Open Space
6:00 - 7:00 p.m. - Liquid Lecture at Red Leg Brewing Company
Where: meet for the hike at the southwestern outdoor entryway of Red Leg Brewing Company (look for a green Palmer flag). Join us inside upon our return for the Liquid Lecture.
Red Leg Brewing Company
2323 Garden of the Gods Rd.
Colorado Springs, CO 80907
Parking: free parking is available on site at Red Leg Brewing Company.
The Walk: We’ll walk from the brewery to Blair Bridge along the paved Sinton and Palmer-Mesa trails (0.6 miles and 75 feet of elevation gain to the bridge) before retracing our steps back for the Liquid Lecture.
For questions or more information, please contact [email protected]
Bike the Bessemer 2025
Sat., October 4 | 8:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m.
Pueblo
Grab your bike and hit the trail with Palmer Land Conservancy for our 5th annual Bike the Bessemer event – a fun-filled and educational ride showcasing Pueblo County’s premier agricultural lands and important water resources.
Whether you joined us last year or this is your first time saddling up with Palmer, there will be something for everyone at this year's Bike the Bessemer. Your morning will include a scenic 15 mile bike ride with stops at local farms where you will receive a behind-the-scenes glimpse into their operations. Along the way, we will ride near the historic Bessemer Irrigation Ditch and learn about the importance of this critical water resource to maintaining Pueblo’s agricultural heritage.
After your ride, enjoy a refreshing beverage and a delicious farm-to-table lunch (included with your registration) featuring seasonal ingredients sourced directly from the farmers in Pueblo County, catered by Soul Smile Health & Wellness. This year’s event will also feature an on-site Farmers Market of local producers so that you can shop-til-you-drop to directly support Pueblo farmers and their agricultural legacy.