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Denver Parks and Recreation Announcements
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Four Mile House: Travel Like It's 1859 -- August 7
Travel writer, Ron Stern, will share invaluable advice about visiting and staying at historic sites in a presentation at the Four Mile Historic Park, 715. S. Forest Street at 7 p.m., Thursday, August 7, 2008. Discover how you can travel through history on a budget and get great deals on airfare, accommodations, cruises, entertainment and more. The cost is $12 for non-members, $8 for members. Seating is limited so please make reservations.
For more information call 720-865-0815.
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Recreation Centers: Youth Flock To Free Programs
 If the first month of free recreation is any indication, Denver youth are thrilled to have places to go and things to do this summer! On May 29, Denver Parks & Recreation announced that summer access to its recreation centers and pools would be free for kids. Since then, use of recreation centers surged 200-percent and use of pools increased 54-percent. Mayor John Hickenlooper said, "We couldn't be more excited about these results and what it means for Denver's kids."
This program for Denver youth 17 and younger will continue through August 16.
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Sloan's Lake: Neighborhood Associations Salutes Park's Crew
The Sloan's Lake Neighborhood Association hosted a lunch for 22 of Denver Parks & Recreation (NW District) maintenance workers June 14, 2008 to recognize them for the hard work they do to keep the area parks and parkways trimmed, clean and beautiful. Association president Larry Ambrose said, "We wanted to do something special and recognize these fine City employees." The 140-member association helps to protect and improve Sloan's Lake Park by monitoring traffic, cruising, noise and redevelopment issues in the neighborhoods surrounding the parks.
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Keep Your Trees Healthy
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Get advice advice about caring for your trees, find licensed tree-trimming contractors, or learn more about planting and removal of trees in the public right-of-way.
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Outdoor Recreation: Join our hike in Golden Gate Canyon State Park – August 7
Enjoy one of Colorado’s most beautiful state parks by joining Rocky Mountain Rambler Hiking Adventures in a 5.2-mile hike on the Mule Deer Trail of Golden Gate Canyon State Park on Thursday, August 7. The trailhead elevation is 8,200 ft. and the hike will make an elevation gain of 900 ft. Our professional staff will lead you at a pace comfortable for you. The cost is $20 and transportation is provided. Interested hikers should sign up in advance and meet at the Outdoor Recreation Office at 2080 York street in time for a 7:30 a.m. departure. The bus or van will return by 5 p.m.
For more information or to register contact outdoor.recreation@denvergov.org or call 303-370-6668.
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Salute! National Parks & Recreation Month -- July
The mid-summer sparkle of July is a great time to enjoy the fabulous shade and excitement at parks or recreation centers run by the Denver Parks and Recreation Department. Pools, trails, picnics, concerts, movies and sports competition are only a sample of the many activities for all ages. Denver's impressive system is the largest of any of the Rocky Mountain states and is run by nearly 2,000 regular and seasonal employees and was enjoyed by more than 160,000 residents and visitors in June alone!
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Buffalo Bill Museum: Mountain Melodies Music Festival -- August 10
 One of Colorado's most beloved folk trios, Grubstake, will lead the lineup for the 5th Annual Mountain Melodies Music Festival, Sunday, August 10, 2008 from noon to 5 p.m. at the Buffalo Bill Museum located on Lookout Mountain Road in Golden. They, and many of Denver's top acoustic and folk musicians will provide a free afternoon of activities and crafts for kids. There is limited seating, so blankets and lawn chairs are welcome. Bring your own picnic lunch or use the cafe in the Museum gift shop.
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Outdoor Recreation: Join our hike in Rocky Mountain National Park – July24
Beat the heat and escape the city by joining Rocky Mountain Rambler Hiking Adventures in a 6.2-mile hike to the Cub Lake/Pool area of Rocky Mountain National Park on Thursday, July 24. The trailhead elevation is 8,080 ft. and the hike will make an elevation gain of 650 ft. Our professional staff will lead you at a pace comfortable for you. The cost is $20 plus park admission ($10 or park pass) and transportation is provided. Interested hikers should sign up in advance and meet at the Outdoor Recreation Office at 2080 York street in time for a 7:30 a.m. departure. The bus or van will return by 5 p.m.
For more information or to register contact outdoor.recreation@denvergov.org or call 303-370-6668.
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Recreation Centers: Community Meetings Being Held To Set Future Course -- July 30 - Sept 18
Denver Parks & Recreation invites all City residents to participate in any of eight community meetings being held throughout the City to discuss the value that citizens expect from our recreation system and the role that geography, fees and programs play in the level of participation in recreation center activities. The information gathered at these meetings will be used by the Recreation Center Task Force, comprised of community stakeholders, to develop a long-term vision and strategic plan to guide decision-making over the next 5-10 years. Meetings will take place from 6 - 8 p.m. and a light dinner will be served.
For more information contact davis.talley@denvergov.org or call 720-913-0689.
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College View Recreation Center: You Are Invited to Our Barbeque – July 10
Enjoy a classic American barbeque lunch with western entertainment at College View Recreation Center on 2525 South Decatur Street July 10, 2008 from 10:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. Bring the family and enjoy the summer in style for only $3 per person.
Please register in advance by calling 303-937-4630.
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Four Mile Historic Park: Hay Bales & Tall Tales - Story Time -- July 5
On the first Saturday of each month, the Four Mile Historic Park on 715 S. Forest St. presents a FREE family-friendly story time from 11 a.m. to noon. While you enjoy the interesting setting of Four Mile Historic Park, guests can gather around the campfire or picnic table and be transported through stories of an earlier time with a fun activity to follow.
For more information, call 720-865-0800 or visit www.FourMileHistoricPark.org.
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Forestry: New Resident and Developer Fees to Maintain Trees
 City Council approved three new fees June 23 which may be levied against property owners if they do not take care of trees in the public right-of-way adjacent to their property and review/preservation fees for developers building large projects.
Since 1906, the Denver code has required property owners to maintain these trees, but recent concern about the cooperation of some property owners and the impact on the health of the Denver tree canopy prompted the Forestry Division of Denver Parks and Recreation to recommend fines to the City Council.
Property owners will first be given a no-fine notice, but if they ignore the notice for more than 45 days they will be assessed a $150 fine. If later notices are ignored after 14 additional days, the fine increases to $500. A third administrative citation, after 14 more days, could result in a fine of $999. Residents needing assistance with costs may apply to the Forestry Division for an extended payment plan or tree maintenance assistance funded by special federal programs. More on developer fees in the article below.
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Greenprint Denver: Donate to Tree Care Programs!
Denver launched the Greenprint Program to plant a million trees in the eight-county area by 2025 and enlisted the TreeBank online donation system so generous tree fans can direct their contributions to their own communities. In addition, Greenprint’s Tree by Tree – Mile High Million campaign will give its first month of TreeBank donations to our neighbors in Windsor to help replant trees lost in the recent tornado (donations made up until July 10, 2008).
Over 68,000 trees have been planted in the first year of this program. Tree by Tree – Mile High Million is supported Suncor, which recently donated $1 million over the next five years to the program.
To donate or learn more, visit http://www.greenprintdenver.org/trees/support.php.
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 The City of Denver provides over 200 city and mountain parks, rivers and trail areas, public golf courses, and recreation centers offering programs and activities to residents and visitors year-round.
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We want to hear from you. Give us feedback about Denver Parks & Recreation's Parks, Programs, Rentals & Facilities so we can better serve your needs.
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The City and County of Denver does not have printed versions of the Hike and Bike map for distribution. Click here for information on how to obtain a printed map.
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