The Friends of Barr Lake, the 501(c)3 organization with the sole purpose of supporting Barr Lake State Park.
Friends of Barr Lake is involved in many activities at Barr Lake State Park. We not only raise funds for special events–we work with Rangers and park volunteers to help maintain the park and its structures. We help with spring cleaning and help maintain the trails.
Education
Funding for Eagle Express vehicles to transport visitors to special educational sites throughout the park
Monthly Toddler Story Time – a story with an educational nature theme
Nature-themed birthday parties with fishing or archery lessons
Raptor education – Bald Eagle Nesting Tours, Raptor presentations by various organizations
Earth Day programs like Bioblitz to give participants an opportunity to explore and learn about our natural world
Nature-themed Campfire Tales
Bark in the Park – teaching Dog etiquette
Leave No Trace and Leave No Trace Survey
Recreation
Partial funding for new ADA Accessible Fishing Pier
Annual Raptor Run 5K
First Day Hikes
The Great Waddle Walk-off on Fresh Air Friday Colorado!
Pedal the Perimeter
Conservation
Lake Appreciation Day
Monarch Monitoring Training
Earth Day Programs
Friends of Barr Lake is involved in many activities at Barr Lake State Park. We not only raise funds for special events–we work with Rangers and Park Volunteers to help maintain the park and its structures.
Friends of Barr Lake is working to provide $25,000 in matching grant money to renovate the Bergman Barn. Please take a moment to read about the history of this site and our plans for the renovation. And please consider donating to this effort that…
Someone is always around to take photos of special events sponsored by Friends of Barr Lake. We love to share the joy of those who join us in celebrations.
Is raptor run 5k race this April 2023?
I cannot find registration.
Also what is cost for 66 year old male runner?
Can I register or pick-up registration at Barr lake state park . I go there frequently.
I have done your race before.
I have state park pass.
Carlos Vera
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Hello! Yes, The 2023 Raptor Run will be April 8, 2023. We will post flyers on our website, Facebook and at Barr Lake this week for registration. We look forward to seeing you for this year’s 5k!
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