Opportunities

Where You'll Be: Not far from Denver off I-70, Genesee Park feels a world away with over 2,000 acres to explore. It is one of the oldest parks in the Denver Mountain Parks system and is home to the historic Beaver Brook Trail, coveted hiker-only tra...

Where You’ll Be: Gates Crescent Natural Area is a unique green space along the South Platte River just outside of downtown Denver. Known for its wetlands, wildlife habitat, and scenic trails, this area provides an important balance of ecological f...

Where you'll be: This project takes place in the Mount Evans Wilderness, located within Arapaho and Pike National Forests about 30 miles west of Denver. The wilderness spans more than 74,000 acres and is known for its high-elevation meadows, wide-op...

NOTE: This training was originally scheduled for June 13th and was rescheduled to July 11th.This training is designed to give you deeper knowledge into sustainable forestry management. As Colorado's climate changes, our forests face new challenges. T...

Where You’ll Be:  A quick drive from Denver, Golden Gate Canyon State Park spans 12,000 acres, and features trails that pass through varied landscapes, including forests, rocky peaks, and aspen-lined meadows. The park attracts nearly 1 million vis...

Where You’ll Be:  Poncha Pass splits the Rio Grande River and Arkansas River Watersheds in the northern part of the San Luis Valley. From atop the summit of Poncha Pass, you can take in breathtaking views of the Sangre de Cristo and Sawatch mount...

Where You’ll Be:  Poncha Pass splits the Rio Grande River and Arkansas River Watersheds in the northern part of the San Luis Valley. From atop the summit of Poncha Pass, you can take in breathtaking views of the Sangre de Cristo and Sawatch mount...

Where You'll Be: With forested foothills, picnic areas, and the popular Evergreen Lake House, Dedisse Park provides a variety of recreational opportunities right in the heart of Evergreen. The nearly 100-year-old park is managed by Denver Mountain P...

Where You’ll Be:  This project takes place along the Guanella Pass Scenic Byway, a well-known mountain route connecting Highway 285 and I-70. The area offers opportunities for wildlife viewing, hiking, mountain biking, and access to nearby four-wh...

Why it's important: This training will go over essential skills for advanced trail work including turnpikes, rock structures, and timber steps. Building sustainable climbing turns is an essential part of outdoor stewardship and building sustainable t...

Where You’ll Be:  The Gilsonite Trail is located in Grand County within the burn scar of the 2020 East Troublesome Fire. The project site is remote, about 50 minutes from downtown Granby. After the fire, many trail structures were damaged or des...

Where You’ll Be:  The Gilsonite Trail is located in Grand County within the burn scar of the 2020 East Troublesome Fire. The project site is remote, about 50 minutes from downtown Granby. After the fire, many trail structures were damaged or des...

Where You’ll Be: This project takes place along the Guanella Pass Scenic Byway, a well-known mountain route connecting Highway 285 and I-70. The area offers opportunities for wildlife viewing, hiking, mountain biking, and access to nearby four-whe...

Where You'll Be:   Valued for its remote feel and beauty, the James Peak Wilderness encompasses 14,000 acres to the southwest of Nederland, not far from the community of Rollinsville. It is home to high alpine lakes, wildflower meadows, and its nam...

Whether you’re passionate about helping people and wildlife coexist, interested in gaining field research experience, or looking for a volunteer opportunity that’s less physically demanding, this project is for you. Join us to learn more a...

Whether you’re passionate about helping people and wildlife coexist, interested in gaining field research experience, or looking for a volunteer opportunity that’s less physically demanding, this project is for you. Join us to learn more a...

Where you'll be: Echo Lake is one of the crowned jewels of Denver Mountain Parks. Located just 33 miles outside of Denver, at the base of Goliath Peak, this beautiful site is a very popular destination for hiking and other forms of outdoor recreatio...

Where You’ll Be:  This project is along the scenic Guanella Pass Byway, offering opportunities for wildlife viewing, hiking, mountain biking, and access to 4-wheel drive roads. The Abyss Trail trailhead is about 5 miles north of Grant from Hwy 285...

Where You’ll Be:  Cal-Wood Education Center is nestled in the foothills above Boulder, near Jamestown. Cal-Wood's vision is to inspire a greater appreciation for the natural world; to offer environmental education to those who would not otherwise ...