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‘Unleash Your Adventure’ with UpaDowna! UpaDowna programs and events are open to all ages and abilities. To breakdown financial barriers to the outdoors and outdoor recreation, UpaDowna’s programs and events are designed to be free, donation-based, or significantly reduced. All participants must register in advance. Registration links can be found under the ‘Website’ link at the bottom of each event, where you will then be directed to UpaDowna’s Eventbrite.

  • Headlamp Hikes

    Red Rock Canyon Open Space 3550 West High Street, Colorado Springs, CO, United States

    Grab your headlamp and join UpaDowna for an evening hike at Red Rocks Canyon Open Space happening every Wednesday from March to May!

  • Frozen Ascents: Introduction to Ice Climbing

    2182 Co Rd 96 2182 County Road 96, Lake George, CO, United States

    Learn how to ascend ice during our beginner level ice climbing class. All equipment and instruction included!

  • Adventure on Tap: My Favorite 14ers

    Rico's Cafe & Wine Bar North Tejon Street, Colorado Springs, CO, United States

    Join UpaDowna for a FREE event to hear Dan Crossey, a Colorado Mountaineer, talk about his adventures summiting all 54 14ers in CO.Event Details: Adventure on Tap is a part of UpaDowna's Community Campfire Program. Join us for a casual gathering as our speakers share their stories, passions, and experiences outdoors to inspire you to…

  • Headlamp Hikes

    Red Rock Canyon Open Space 3550 West High Street, Colorado Springs, CO, United States

    Grab your headlamp and join UpaDowna for an evening hike at Red Rocks Canyon Open Space happening every Wednesday from March to May!

  • Headlamp Hikes

    Red Rock Canyon Open Space 3550 West High Street, Colorado Springs, CO, United States

    Grab your headlamp and join UpaDowna for an evening hike at Red Rocks Canyon Open Space happening every Wednesday from March to May!

  • Little Hikers: Hike & Leave No Trace Activity

    1850 21st St 1850 21st Street, Colorado Springs, CO, United States

    Grab your Little Hiker and join us for a short hike around Bear Creek Regional Park's Large Pavilions followed by a craft!Event Details: Join UpaDowna on a short hike around Bear Creek Regional Park's Large Pavilions. Following our hike, Little Hikers will create personalized Leave No Trace booklets and learn about Leave No Trace Principles.The…

  • Headlamp Hikes

    Red Rock Canyon Open Space 3550 West High Street, Colorado Springs, CO, United States

    Grab your headlamp and join UpaDowna for an evening hike at Red Rocks Canyon Open Space happening every Wednesday from March to May!

  • Headlamp Hikes

    Red Rock Canyon Open Space 3550 West High Street, Colorado Springs, CO, United States

    Grab your headlamp and join UpaDowna for an evening hike at Red Rocks Canyon Open Space happening every Wednesday from March to May!

  • Intro to Indoor Rock Climbing

    CityROCK 21 North Nevada Avenue, Colorado Springs, CO, United States

    UpaDowna's Intro to Climbing Night is back! If you are new to climbing or looking to refresh your skills, this class is for you!

  • Paddling Film Festival

    Sperry S. And Ella Graber Packard Hall of Music and Art 5 West Cache La Poudre Street, Colorado Springs, CO, United States

    Be inspired to explore rivers, lakes and oceans, and appreciate wild places at the 20th annual Paddling Film Festival World Tour !Event Details: Join UpaDowna and Colorado College Outdoor Education for the 20th annual Paddling Film Festival at Packard Hall, Colorado College! Before the screening, enjoy a lively pre-show gathering in the courtyard—grab a snack…

  • Winter Send-Off Snow Tubing

    Frisco Adventure Park 621 Recreation Way, Frisco, CO, United States

    Join UpaDowna at the snow tubing hill at Frisco Adventure Park for our Winter Send-Off!Event Details: Send it with UpaDowna as we head to Frisco Adventure Park in Summit County for our Winter Send-Off Snow Tubing event!What is snow tubing? Have a seat in a inner tube and slide down a snowy hill. This is…

  • Headlamp Hikes

    Red Rock Canyon Open Space 3550 West High Street, Colorado Springs, CO, United States

    Grab your headlamp and join UpaDowna for an evening hike at Red Rocks Canyon Open Space happening every Wednesday from March to May!

  • Trash/Park Cleanup: Wildflower Park

    Wildflower Park (meet by basketball courts) 990 Nolte Drive North, Colorado Springs, CO, United States

    Join UpaDowna in being an environmental steward in your community and help make this park beautiful!Join UpaDowna in giving back to our beloved park and volunteer to keep Wildflower Park clean and enjoyable for all!Event Details: Volunteer with UpaDowna to clean up our adopted park, Wildflower Park North. Join us in preserving the beauty of…

  • Headlamp Hikes

    Red Rock Canyon Open Space 3550 West High Street, Colorado Springs, CO, United States

    Grab your headlamp and join UpaDowna for an evening hike at Red Rocks Canyon Open Space happening every Wednesday from March to May!

  • Earth Day Trivia

    Seven's Gate Tap Room 77 South 7th Street, Colorado Springs, CO, United States

    Get ready to raise a pint—and some funds—for UpaDowna at Seven’s Gate Taproom! Earth Day Trivia starts at 5:30 PM.Get ready to raise a pint—and some funds—for UpaDowna at Seven’s Gate Taproom on Tuesday, April 22nd, from 4–7 PM! Trivia starts at 5:30 PM.To celebrate Earth Day, all questions will be related to the outdoors,…

  • Headlamp Hikes

    Red Rock Canyon Open Space 3550 West High Street, Colorado Springs, CO, United States

    Grab your headlamp and join UpaDowna for an evening hike at Red Rocks Canyon Open Space happening every Wednesday from March to May!

  • Little Hikers: Spring Awakening

    Quail Lake (meet at the main parking lot) 915 E Cheyenne Mountain Blvd., Colorado Springs, CO, United States

    Grab your Little Hiker and join us for a short hike around Quail Lake followed by an activity!Event Details: Join UpaDowna on a short hike around Quail Lake. Following our hike, Little Hikers will play a fun game of Simon Says and explore the area for budding flowers. The trail is primarily grass and cement.…

  • Trash/Park Cleanup: Quail Lake Park

    Quail Lake (meet at the main parking lot) 915 E Cheyenne Mountain Blvd., Colorado Springs, CO, United States

    Join UpaDowna in being an environmental steward in your community and help make this park beautiful!Join UpaDowna in giving back to our beloved park and volunteer to keep Quail Lake Park clean and enjoyable for all!Event Details: Volunteer with UpaDowna to clean up our adopted park, Quail Lake Park. Join us in preserving the beauty…

  • Headlamp Hikes

    Red Rock Canyon Open Space 3550 West High Street, Colorado Springs, CO, United States

    Grab your headlamp and join UpaDowna for an evening hike at Red Rocks Canyon Open Space happening every Wednesday from March to May!

  • Bingo & Comedy Night

    OCC Brewing and Restaurant 2316 West Colorado Avenue, Colorado Springs, CO, United States

    Join us for an evening of 6 rounds of Bingo and Stand-Up Comedy. Win prizes and enjoy beer specials while supporting two local nonprofits!Event Details: Head over to OCC Brewing for an evening of Bingo and Comedy on the rooftop to support local nonprofits, UpaDowna and Medicine Wheel Trail Advocates.Open to all ages. Minors must…

  • Adventure on Tap: The History of the Saturday Knights Hiking Club

    Rico's Cafe & Wine Bar North Tejon Street, Colorado Springs, CO, United States

    Join UpaDowna for a FREE event and learn about one of the longest standing hiking clubs in the Pikes Peak region, the Saturday Knights!Event Details: Adventure on Tap is a part of UpaDowna's Community Campfire Program. Join us for a casual gathering as our speakers share their stories, passions, and experiences outdoors to inspire you…

  • Headlamp Hikes

    Red Rock Canyon Open Space 3550 West High Street, Colorado Springs, CO, United States

    Grab your headlamp and join UpaDowna for an evening hike at Red Rocks Canyon Open Space happening every Wednesday from March to May!

  • Volunteer Trash/Park Cleanup: Quail Lake Park

    Quail Lake (meet at the main parking lot) 915 E Cheyenne Mountain Blvd., Colorado Springs, CO, United States

    Join UpaDowna in being an environmental steward in your community and help make this park beautiful!Join UpaDowna in giving back to our beloved park and volunteer to keep Quail Lake Park clean and enjoyable for all!Event Details: Volunteer with UpaDowna to clean up our adopted park, Quail Lake Park. Join us in preserving the beauty…

  • Headlamp Hikes

    Red Rock Canyon Open Space 3550 West High Street, Colorado Springs, CO, United States

    Grab your headlamp and join UpaDowna for an evening hike at Red Rocks Canyon Open Space happening every Wednesday from March to May!

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