Stage 1 Fire Restrictions, effective Aug. 12, 2025, for unincorporated western Boulder County.

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Events

Take a walk with a Boulder County Commissioner: Marta Loachamin

Register to walk with Commissioner Marta Loachamin Friday, May 2, 9 – 10 a.m. at Pella Crossing (11600 N 75th Street, Longmont) Please note: A bilingual park ranger will be on hand to chat with Spanish-speaking residents at this walk. These walks are a chance to chat with a commissioner less formally and have a one-on-one conversation (time permitting). Participants must make their own travel arrangements to the walks. To receive this information in another language, contact Jennifer Churchill Before you visit county open space, please review the POS guidelines on recreating responsibly: • “Know before you go." Remember to plan ahead, know your limits, and do not take unnecessary risks. • Enjoy and protect shared public lands. Remember to “Leave No Trace” and pack out all trash and dog waste. • Be courteous and inclusive. People have different reasons for visiting shared public lands and everyone deserves respect and courtesy while recreating outdoors. • Do not park illegally at trailheads. If trailhead is full, make sure to park only on roads where parking is permitted.

Hammering On the Farm

Agricultural Heritage Center 8348 Ute Hwy, Longmont

Drop by anytime from 10 a.m. to noon to watch the blacksmith work his craft. Listen to the clang-clang-clang of the hammer and the hum of the coal forge blower. Learn about blacksmithing tools such as hammers, tongs, anvils, swage blocks, and more. All ages welcome. Registration for most programs begins on the 20th of the month before the event. Registration not required; you may register to receive updates in case of inclement weather or cancellation. Register Registration is required through Discover Boulder County, Parks & Open Space’s volunteer and event registration system. If you’re new to the system, you'll need to create an account. But it’s easy and we only use your contact information to communicate about events you register for. We will never sell or give your information to a third party.