The Black Forest Fire burned 14,280 acres in Black Forest, Colorado, in June 2013. Approximately 1,200 acres of El Paso County Parks land were affected. Since 2013, RMFI has worked in partnership with El Paso County and partners in post wildfire restoration and construction of the multi-use trail network in the park.

Join RMFI in rehabilitating burned landscapes within Pineries Open Space. With a focus on planting ponderosa pine saplings and reseeding, it’s sure to be a fun and rewarding day—perfect for the whole family!

This is a stewardship opportunity where we welcome volunteers of all backgrounds and communities, ages, and ability levels!

NOTE: Please register all family members attending. After clicking register now and creating an account, if you're a new volunteer, you can select the number of participants you are registering.

Come celebrate National Take a Kid Mountain Biking Day at Bear Creek Regional Park!

This family-friendly event includes guided trail rides, riding clinics, trail etiquette handouts, giveaways, and more. It’s a great way to get kids outdoors, build confidence, and strengthen their mountain biking skills. Local experts will provide instruction, and riders can connect with others in the community.

All ages are welcome—from tots on Strider bikes to teens. Participants just need a working bike and helmet.

This event is sponsored and led by Kids on Bikes and Pedal Station.

$5 per participant. Scholarships and fee sponsorships available.

For more information, email ryandorough@elpasoco.com

Join RISE Southeast for a community celebration and clean-up along the Sand Creek Trail!

Saturday, October 4th
10 AM – 2 PM
In front of Stompin' Groundz, 2050 Jet Wing Drive, 80916

As part of Creek Week 2025, we’ll be hosting TWO trail clean-ups with our partners:
10:30 AM – 12:00 PM
12:30 PM – 2:00 PM

Live DJ vibes
Food vendor onsite
MC’d by the amazing RISE Southeast Youth Advisory Council
Plus: mural painting, booths, and lots of community fun.

Register today: bit.ly/YACBeautyByTheCreek

Let’s come together to celebrate, connect, and care for our creek!

Fall Learn to Ride clinics are HERE!

These stand-alone 1.5hr clinics focus on the basics of helping kids move from riding with training wheels or a balance bike, to pedaling on two wheels!

Swipe for details and registration link or visit our website to learn more!

Fall Learn to Ride clinics are HERE!

These stand-alone 1.5hr clinics focus on the basics of helping kids move from riding with training wheels or a balance bike, to pedaling on two wheels!

Swipe for details and registration link or visit our website to learn more!

Wilder is coming to Venetucci Farm!

On Tuesday, Oct. 9, kindergarteners will get a one-of-a-kind welcome from Wilder, the furry, friendly spokescreature of Generation Wild Colorado.

For more than 10 years, Catamount Institute has helped kids learn about planting, growing, and taking home their very own pumpkins. This tradition continues at Venetucci Farm, where outdoor learning meets hands-on fun.

Venetucci Farm, 5210 S. US Highway 85, Colorado Springs

Fall Learn to Ride clinics are HERE!

These stand-alone 1.5hr clinics focus on the basics of helping kids move from riding with training wheels or a balance bike, to pedaling on two wheels!

Swipe for details and registration link or visit our website to learn more!

Fall Learn to Ride clinics are HERE!

These stand-alone 1.5hr clinics focus on the basics of helping kids move from riding with training wheels or a balance bike, to pedaling on two wheels!

Swipe for details and registration link or visit our website to learn more!

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October is Arts Month! What can public art do to create vibrant spaces, bolster the economy, and improve health outcomes? The answer may surprise you - join us to learn more about it!

Registering helps us plan for food - look forward to seeing you!

Children are welcome to join and will be provided some small activities such as coloring books.

Join Fountain Creek Water District for our October Liquid Lecture on Thursday, Oct. 16th at 6-7pm at Cerberus Brewing Co with Fox21 meteorologist Matt Meister!

Matt Meister will share his expertise about weather in the Fountain Creek Watershed and the shadow of Pikes Peak.

Get ready for an interactive presentation with weather maps, timelapses, and plenty of time for questions!

Wacky Weather with Matt Meister
Thursday, October 16th, 6 - 7 PM
Cerberus Brewing Co. – 702 W Colorado Ave, Colorado Springs, CO 80905

$1 OFF beers for attendees
Giveaways at the end of the night!

RSVP: fountaincreekoutreach@gmail.com

Drop-ins welcome!

Don’t miss this exciting chance to learn about our regions wacky wether!

Deerfield Hills Community Center is accepting clean, gently used costumes throughout September.

On Friday, October 17th come an pick up a costume. You can donate a costume AND take one; Donate a costume without taking one or Take a costume without donating! Costume drop off is NOW until Friday, October 10th.

Please label with costume name and size. Questions? 719-385-5996

Hillside Community Center Halloween House Party is back!

They will be offering a trick-or-treat trail, music, food, and games. This year, we will host both a vendor marketplace to sell items and a community resource fair.

If you have any questions, please don't hesitate to contact us. If you would like to sign up and be part of this year’s event or give a donation, please click the link https://forms.office.com/g/RyvzXzCtVT

Come join us for a Fall Family Festival at the Southeast YMCA! We will be partnering with Generation Wild, Solid Rock, and RISE Southeast to create a Spooktacular Fall Family Festival for everyone to enjoy!

When:
Sunday, October 26, 2025 from 4pm-6pm

Where:
Southeast YMCA
2190 Jet Wing Dr, Colorado Springs, CO 80916
* Attendees Please Park in the Sierra High School Parking Lot

What:
Pumpkin Patch and Painting Area (sponsored by Generation Wild)
Petting Zoo (sponsored by Solid Rock)
Vendor Village (with tons of fall goodies!)
Zombie Nerf Area
Games
Food Trucks
Movie Area
Decorated Car Trunks
Cosplayers in Costumes to take Pictures With
and TONS OF CANDY!!

Who:
This event is free and open to the public.

Would you like to help us make this a great event in Southeast Colorado Springs? We are still in need of vendors, trunks, candy, and volunteers!

If you can donate candy, please drop off candy donations at the Southeast YMCA.

If you would like to join our wonderful team of volunteers, vendors, or trunks, please use this link to sign up to help: https://docs.google.com/.../1FAIpQLSecO3VuFdL.../viewform... 

Goat Patch Bleating Heart Night Benefitting RMFI 

5:00 -9:00 pm $1 from every pint sold at Goat Patch benefits RMFI, which in turn goes back to your trails!

RMFI will be hosting Trail and Outdoor Themed Trivia with some spooky questions at 6:00 pm!

A food truck and Nacho Matrix will be available on-site. Goat Patch offers non-alcoholic options and welcomes well-behaved leashed pets.

Goat Patch Brewing - Lincoln Center

2727 N Cascade Ave #123, Colorado Springs, CO 80907

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Before the holiday season really kicks in, we want to take a minute to reflect on the year for Southeast Colorado Springs, what we're grateful for, and moments that you want to share. Join us for a meal and moment of reflection.

Registering helps us plan for food - look forward to seeing you!

https://risesoutheast.app.neoncrm.com/.../neone.../events...

Children are welcome to join and will be provided some smalls us plan for food - look forward to seeing you!

Children are welcome to join and will be provided some small activities such as coloring books.

End of Year Celebration and Fundraiser

17th Annual RMFI ShinDIG

Join RMFI for an evening to celebrate the 2025 season with live music, awards, and a silent auction!

Your ticket to the ShinDIG includes heavy hors d'oeuvres, beverages, and a fun evening supporting RMFI with your fellow public land enthusiasts.

When: Thursday, November 13, 2025
6:00 pm - 8:30 pm

Where: Ivywild School Gymnasium, 1604 South Cascade Ave, Colorado Springs, CO 80905