COLORADO SPRINGS, Colo. (KOAA) — Families in Colorado Springs can enjoy a free day of outdoor activities this Saturday at Get Outdoors Day, an annual event held every first Saturday in June.
The City of Colorado Springs, Colorado Parks and Wildlife, and the Pikes Peak Outdoor Recreation Alliance are teaming up to help families discover what Colorado has to offer.
Travis Sauder with Colorado Parks and Wildlife said the event is designed to showcase the state's wide range of recreational opportunities.
"Get Outdoors Day is just a chance to show everyone all the amazing opportunities that we have here in Colorado. There's so much variety, so many different things to do that tomorrow is a great chance to try that, see what you like," said Sauder.
Attendees can try fishing, water activities, map reading, and archery, among other activities.
The first 650 kids to arrive will receive free fishing poles starting at 9 a.m.
"We've got 650 free fishing poles for the first kids that show up starting at 9 a.m. We'll start handing those out so that kids can try fishing for free. They don't need to bring any of the equipment. We provide everything for them," said Sauder.
Dozens of vendors will also be on hand. The event runs from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m.
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