Upcoming Events
Hidden Gem Walk to Blair Bridge
Thurs, August 21 | 4 - 7 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]
Liquid Lecture Following the Walk:
Have you ever wished you knew about more local outdoor spots beyond the popular parks everyone visits? Come along for an insider's look at some of our region's prized parks and open spaces—many of which have flown under the radar for years. Palmer’s knowledgeable staff will lead you on a hike to one of these secret spots at Blair Bridge Open Space, where you'll have the opportunity to learn about the unique history of the John Blair Bridge Project. Join us afterwards for a Liquid Lecture at Red Leg Brewing Company, presented in partnership with Fountain Creek Watershed District, where you’ll gain:
- Insights for 20+ public parks and open spaces that Palmer has protected over the last four decades
- Expert tricks to make the most of each unique location
- A deeper understanding of conservation and what it means to permanently protect a piece of land
Free advanced registration for this hike is required. Separate RSVPs for the Liquid Lecture can be submitted to [email protected].
Christian Open Space Creek Week Cleanups
This event is free and open to everyone.
Two dates, join us for one or both!
Sat, September 27, 2025 | 9 a.m. – 12 p.m.
Thur, October 2, 2025 | 3 – 5 p.m.
Christian Open Space
A Street, Fountain, CO 80817
Palmer Land Conservancy invites you to discover the protected haven of Christian Open Space—a hidden gem along Fountain Creek closed to the public.
This rare opportunity grants you exclusive access to explore this sensitive riparian habitat while joining fellow land lovers to restore this section of creek to pristine conditions. As part of the Fountain Creek Watershed District's Creek Week—the largest watershed-wide cleanup in Colorado—you’ll help protect the heart of our local ecosystem.
Witness the secret world where local wildlife finds sanctuary, all while transforming this protected landscape. This is your chance to experience and care for a landscape that the public cannot access. The difference you make here ripples throughout our entire watershed, creating a legacy of care that extends far beyond a single day of service.
Palmer Land Conservancy will equip you with everything needed for this special mission—gloves, trash bags, and other supplies—plus water and light snacks to fuel your conservation adventure.
Please come prepared to be outdoors with layers, sun protection (hat, sunglasses, sunscreen) long pants, and sturdy close-toed shoes. A full water bottle is also highly recommended.
If you have any questions, please reach out to Carrie Supino at [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.