Walker Ranch Homestead, 7701 Flagstaff Road.

Boulder County, Colo. - Boulder County Parks & Open Space will host the Autumn Heritage Day and Vintage Baseball Game on Sunday, Oct. 4, from noon to 3 p.m. at Walker Ranch Homestead, 7701 Flagstaff Road.

Join us for a nostalgic afternoon at the historic Walker Ranch Homestead, where the past comes alive!

Enjoy an old-fashioned vintage baseball game played by 19th-century rules, as the local Walker Ranchers take on their rivals. It’s baseball like you’ve never seen it, set against the beautiful backdrop of this preserved homestead. Game starts at noon.

The game will be played using 19th-century rules. “Base ball” was two words back then. Those watching the game are cranks, rooters, or bugs; players are ballists. A hurler pitches the ball to the behind, or catcher. No gloves or helmets are worn, and a cloth ball and cloth bases are used. Listen for the players’ nicknames and a bell ringing as players reach home plate.

Want to join the base ball game? Register to play and compete in some old-fashioned athletic fun!

Costumed volunteers will be on hand to share historic games, chores, and stories of ranch life from the past, offering hands-on fun for all ages.

Bring your own lawn chairs or blankets for seating, and your own picnic and plenty of drinking water (no food will be available on-site).

Event Highlights

Guided tours will take place throughout the event, with activities including:

• Blacksmith demonstrations
• Log house cooking
• Butter churning
• Old-fashioned laundry
• Old-fashioned games
• Shingle making
• General store

Please note that activities are subject to change based on volunteer availability.

For the enjoyment and safety of all attendees, bikes and pets are not allowed at the homestead.

Registration is only required to play in the baseball game, but you can still sign up to be notified in case the event is unexpectedly canceled.