Having a Safe and Enjoyable Memorial Weekend
With visitation to Pikes Peak region parks, trails, and waterways expected to increase over the holiday weekend and summer months, the Pikes Peak Outdoor Recreation Alliance (becoming Pikes Peak Outdoors) reminds visitors to recreate responsibly. Recreating outdoors is an important way of life for all Coloradans, and public land agencies need everyone’s cooperation to help them sustain enjoyable outdoor experiences and preserve natural areas and wildlife for future generations.
Following the seven Leave No Trace principles, particularly KNOW BEFORE YOU GO and BE CAREFUL WITH FIRE, is encouraged to ensure that residents and visitors have safe and enjoyable experiences on the region’s public lands. Recent rain does not mean we’re without risk of wildfire so be sure to check the restrictions that may be in place where you plan to travel and camp. (See https://pikespeakoutdoors.org/fire-information/) Water safety is also key, and Colorado Parks and Wildlife is encouraging river rafters, kayakers, tubers, anglers, swimmers and people picnicking along waterways to take extra precautions this summer and be mindful of high water levels and swift-moving rapids. (See News Release HERE.)