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Palisade Recreation
Activity Guide

Winter/Spring 2015

www.townofpalisade.org/departments/parks-and-recreation

INSIDE HOW TO REGISTER

PARKS P. 3 Register at Town Hall at 175 E 3rd street or over the
phone with credit card at 970-464-5602. Sorry no
Community Garden P. 4 refunds or make-ups for missed classes. In the event
of cancelation, make up sessions will be offered or a

refund may be applicable.
Town Hall Hours: Mon-Fri 8:30 AM-4:30 PM

TOTS PROGRAMS P. 5

YOUTH PROGRAMS P. 5-7

EARLY RELEASE P. 8 Sty up to date: Follow Us!
MULTI AGE & GYM P. 9

GROUP FITNESS P. 10-11 Show off your love for Palisade: whether you
shop downtown, participate in a program, or
ADULT PROGRAMS P. 12-13 enjoy our parks share your photos and tag us at
#PalisadeRec or #Palisadepool.
OUTDOOR REC P. 14-15
Join our email list at www.townofpalisade.org
SECIAL EVENTS P. 16

VOLUNTEER

CONTACT US Get involved in the community!
Palisade Recreation has numerous
Town of Palisade - Town Hall opportunities from special events to regular
175 E 3rd Street programs. Call us or stop by Town Hall to
PO Box 128 find out how you can help improve the
Palisade, CO 81526 quality of life in the community.

970-464-5602 PALISADE RECREATION

http://www.townofpalisade.org/departments/
parks-and-recreation

Sarah Brooks SCHOLARSHIPS
Recreation & Events Coordinator
[email protected] The Town of Palisade offers scholarships
Phone Extension: 6310 throughout the year for eligible participants,
that cover up to half of the registration costs
Frank Watt
Public Works Director for recreation programs
[email protected]
Phone Extension: 6402 Visit http://www.townofpalisade.org/
departments/parks-and-recreation

Palisade Parks

FACILITY RENTALS: Palisade’s recreation facilities are available for private functions
and commercial use. Contact the Recreation Department for rates and availability.

4 Community Garden

Plot Rentals & Education

2016 Plots available for rent beginning Jan 11th! The Town of Palisade supplies water, soil, and a
community compost. Low-income rates available for qualifying participants: WIC, Medicare, Medicaid,
SNAP, and free or reduced lunch program participants are eligible to apply.

New this year, garden renters can plant along the trellis for no additional cost.

Plot Size Spring 2016 Low Income Rate Water Key Deposit
4X8 $30.00 $20.00 $5
3X5 $20.00 $15.00 $5
2X3 elevated back saver $10.00 $5.00 $5

Key deposits are refundable with the return of the key at the end of the 2016 season

Special Plot Reservation Deal: Reserve your garden plot by March 1, 2016 and receive 20% off all garden
plot 2016 rentals. Reservations can be made between Jan 11th-June 10th.

Gardening Classes
Join Palisade Recreation and special guests for educational programs and hands on gardening classes for
all ages. Each class must have a minimum of 3 participants to run, please RSVP by the deadline.

Topic Day Date Time Location Fee Deadline
Veggie Seedling Starters
Birdhouse Gourds Wed Feb 17 11:30 AM Community Center $5.00 Feb 12
Honey Bees
Community Garden Day Wed March 23 11:30 AM Community Center $10.00 March 17

Wed April 13 11:30AM Palisade Bakery FREE April 11

Sun May 15 9:00 AM Community Garden FREE May 12

Seedling Starters: Start your garden early with home grown seedlings using recycled materials from your
home. Seedlings will be ready for garden transplant in May. Learn tips and tricks for common
vegetables. Fee includes all supplies and each participant will take home a batch of seedlings.

Birdhouse Gourds: Invite birds into your back yard with a decorative hand-made birdhouse, built out of
gourds grown in the Palisade Community Garden. Fees include all art supplies and building materials for
a personalized bird house.

Honey Bees: Bees are crucial to a successful garden. Learn about bees, how to attract them, how to
support a healthy bee population, and learn the basics of beekeeping. The Free lecture will be held at
the Palisade Bakery, grab a drink or snack and enjoy the discussion topic.

Community Garden Day: Lend a hand and help get the community garden ready for the 2016 season.
Individuals making advance plot reservations can also get their garden plot with a group of friends new
and old. Liven up the trellis with vine type plants. Light refreshments will be provided.

5 Tots & Youth Programs

Arts, Education, & Activities

Tots Tumbling (Ages 2-4): Through tumbling, tots will build coordination and improve concentration.
Participants will engage in tumbling exercises, introduction to balance beam, and dismounts.

Thursdays 11:15 AM-12:00 PM Jan 21 - Feb 11 Deadline: Jan 14

Location: Palisade Gymnasium
Fees: $18.00/ child
Group Size: 3-6

Mini Artists (Ages 3-5): Tots are invited to explore their inner artist through a variety of projects that will
teach basic art techniques and art mediums. Parents are invited to join in the fun at no extra charge.

Thursdays 10:30 AM-11:30 AM Feb 25 - March 17 Deadline: Feb 19

Location: Palisade Community Center (downstairs)
Fees: $18.00/ child
Group Size: 3-6

STRIDER Bikes (Ages 2-4): STRIDER is a no-pedal balance bike, a perfect tool for teaching balance and
riding skills in kids of all ages. Participants will learn the fundamentals of riding from balance, leaning,
and steering.

Thursdays 11:15 AM-12:15 AM April 7 - May 5 Deadline: April 1

Location: Palisade Gymnasium
Fees: $24.00 per child - bike & helmet provided for use during class (only 3 seats available)

$18.00 for children that already own a balance bike.
Group Size: 2-6

Youth Tennis (Ages 7-13): Whether new to tennis or wanting to improve tennis skills and techniques,
youth are invited to join this fun after-school mini tennis camp, taught by Certified Tennis Instructor.

Thursdays 4:15 PM-5:15 PM

Session 1: Jan 7 - Jan 28 Deadline: Jan 5
Session 2: Feb 4 - Feb 25 Deadline: Feb 2
Session 3: April 7 - April 28 Deadline: April 5

Location: Palisade Gymnasium
Fees: $22.00/child
Group Size: 2-8

6 Youth Programs

Get Active & Stay Focused

Karate & Judo (Ages 5-12): Children of all levels are invited to learn the basics two different martial arts
practices; both aim to teach coordination, self-discipline, and improve memorization.

Judo: Mondays - 5:30PM Karate: Tues & Thurs - 5:30PM Karate: Wed - 5:30PM

Session 1: Jan 4-Jan 25 Session 1: Jan 5-Jan 28 Session 1: Jan 6-Jan 27
No class on Jan 18th Fee: $40.00 Fee: $25.00
Fee: $18.00

Session 2: Feb 1-Feb 22 Session 2: Feb 3-Feb 25 Session 2: Feb 2-Feb 24
Fee: $25.00 Fee: $40.00 Fee: $25.00

Session 3: Feb 29-March 14 Session 3: March 1-March 24 Session 3: March 2– March 16
Fee: $18.00 Fee: $40.00 Fee: $18.00

Session 4: April 4-April 25 Session 4: April 5-April 28 Session 4: April 6-April 27
Fee $25.00 Fee: $40.00 Fee: $25.00

Session 5: May 2-May 23 Session 5: May 4-May 26 Session 5: May 4-May 25
Fee: $25.00 Fee: $40.00 Fee: $25.00

Location: Location: Karate Studio at 395 Troyer Ave—just off North River Road
Registration Deadline: 2:00PM on the 1st Monday or each month.

Gymnastics (Ages 5-8): Basic gymnastics aims improve tumbling, balance, and coordination.
Participants will work on tumbling passes, balance beam, and an introduction to vaulting.

Session 1: Jan 19-Feb 9 (Tues) 4:30PM-5:30PM Deadline: Jan 13
Session 2: Jan 19-Feb 9 (Tues) 5:45PM-6:45PM Deadline: Jan 13
Session 3: Feb 23-March 15 (Tues) 4:30PM-5:30PM Deadline: Feb 17

Location: Palisade Gymnasium
Fees: $22/ child
Group Size: 3-6

Monday Madness (Ages 8-13): Mondays are rough! Burn off some extra energy with a variety of active
games such as dodgeball, kickball, capture the flag, tag, and many other schoolyard favorites.

Mondays 4:15PM-5:30PM

Session 1: Feb 22-March 14 Deadline: Feb 18
Session 2: April 11-May 2 Deadline: April 7

Location: Palisade Gymnasium
Fees: $16/ child
Group Size: 6-12

7 Youth Programs

Get Active & Play Sports!

Winter Swim Conditioning (Ages 8-14): Join the Palisade Swim Team! Winter conditioning is designed
to get swimmers ready for the summer competitive season, with a focus on drills, stroke techniques, and
endurance swimming. Participants must be proficient in all strokes and be able to swim a minimum of
50 yards continuously. Swimmers should bring a water bottle, goggles, and swim cap.

Wednesdays 5:30 PM - 6:30 PM Feb 10 - March 16 Deadline: Feb 4

Location: Orchard Mesa Pool (2736 Unaweep Ave– Grand Junction)

Fees: $42.00/swimmer (includes admission into the Orchard Mesa Pool)
Group Size: 4-12

Rookie Rugby (Grades 5th-7th): Learn the basics of rugby through a non-contact mini camp focused on
drills, passing techniques, and rules of the game. Learn about Rugby before the sport debuts in the
Olympics, for the first time at the 2016 summer games.

Wednesdays 4:30 PM - 6:00 PM April 13 - May 4 Deadline: April 8

Location: Peach Bowl Park - in the event of inclement weather the program will move to the gym

Fees: $26.00/child
Group Size: 6-14

Youth Pickleball (8-12): Youth and any adult partner are invited to learn the sport of Pickleball through a
fun three week clinic. This activity is perfect for two siblings, grandparent and grand child, or open to
parents too. Equipment available if needed.

Thursdays 4:30 PM - 5:30 PM May 5 - May 19 Deadline: May 3

Location: Peach Bowl Park - in the event of inclement weather the program will move to the gym

Fees: $20.00/pair
Group Size: 2-8 pairs

8 Early Release & Spring Break

Outdoors, Education, & Activities

Early Release Programs are held on Wednesdays 2:00 PM to 4:30 PM with after school pick up at 1:50
PM available to Taylor Elementary students. Youth from other schools are welcome to join, but are
responsible for their own transportation to the program.

Program Dates Group Size Location Fee Deadline
Winter Wonderland Community Center $26.00 Jan 4
Jan 6 - Jan 27 4-10 Community Center $36.00 Jan 29
Science Camp CC & Local Parks $26.00 April 1
Spring into Action Feb 3 - March 9 6-14 $22.00
Riverbend Park April 28
Reel ‘em In April 6 - April 27 4-10

May 4 - May 18 3-10

Winter Wonderland (Ages 6-11): Enjoy a combination of winter inspired games from snowflake
scavenger hunts to indoor floor hockey and many more. Participants should come dressed in warm
clothes, including jacket, gloves, hat, and tennis shoes or boots.

Science Camp (Grades 2nd-5th): Kids will have fun while learning science in this six-week camp.
Students will build their own weather station, view amazing bugs at the Insectary, make their own roller
coasters, create dinosaur fossils, see whose hand-made bridges last the longest under pressure, and
build a doorbell while learning about electricity.

Spring into Action (Ages 6-11): Youth will play a variety of active games and become adventurous
outdoors with nature walks and scavenger hunts.

Reel ’em In (Ages 6-11): Get ready for the summer with a fun-filled fishing camp at Riverbend Park.
Youth will learn the basics of fishing, proper etiquette, and outdoor safety. Participants will get to keep
their fishing poles at the end of the camp, courtesy of Cabela’s.

Cross Country Ski Day (Grades 4th-6th): Enjoy Spring Break on the Grand Mesa playing in the snow.
The day will begin with a cross country ski demonstration, an afternoon in the snow, and end with
games at the gym. Participants should pack a lunch, water, and dress in warm-waterproof layers.

Tuesday, March 22 8:30 AM - 4:00 PM Deadline: March 16

Location: Meet @ Palisade Gym

Fees: $20.00/child (includes transportation, skis, boots, and poles.)
Group Size: 4-12

Tennis Camp (Ages 7-14): During spring break, start off the morning with Tennis Camp, which will run
during the second week of break. Participants will improve tennis skills though drills and match play.

Mon-Thurs 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM March 28-March 31 Deadline: March 23

Location: Palisade Gym

Fees: $26.00/child
Group Size: 4-12

9 Multi-Age & Open Gym

Drop In Play & Clinics

Open Gym: Enjoy a pick up game of basketball or shoot hoops with friends. The gym is also available for
private rental; contact the Town of Palisade for rental rates.

Mondays & Wednesdays 5:30 PM-7:30 PM Jan 11 - May 18

CLOSED Jan 18, Feb 15, Spring Break-No Evening play

SPRING BREAK HOURS Mon & Wed 12:00 PM - 2:00PM March 21, 23, 28, & 30

Location: 314 West 7th Street

Adults (18+) $3 drop in/ $40 for 20 punch pass
Youth (17 and under) $2 drop in / $30 for 20 punch pass
Seniors (55+) $2 drop in or $15 for 10 punch pass

Pickleball Drop in Play: Stay active indoors and enjoy a friendly match of Pickleball during the winter
season. Drop in play is open to adults and supervised youth ages 8 and older. Limited equipment is
available for use, at no additional charge.

Wednesdays 9:00AM-11:00AM Jan 13-April 27 Closed March 30th

Location: Palisade Gymnasium
Fee: $3 /player

BMX Bike Clinic: Do you love bikes? Bring the whole family, regardless of your age for a FREE bike clinic
at the NEW Palisade Bike Skills Park. Tots are also welcome to demo STRIDER bikes for free. Participants
will learn the basics of BMX riding, how to properly maneuver through the beginner and intermediate
areas of the bike park, and new mountain bikers can also benefit by learning basic body position,
balance, and proper shifting.

Saturday, May 14 10:00 AM - 11:30 AM Deadline: May 12

Location: Palisade Bike Skills Park - Access via bike trail in Riverbend Park or Brentwood Drive.

Fee: FREE

10 Group Fitness

Stay Fit & Achieve your New Year’s Resolutions

Weekly Group Fitness Schedule

All fitness classes are held at the Palisade Community Center. Open to ages 14+.

FREE Week: Try any of our group fitness classes for free the week of Jan 11th-Jan15th .
Purchase a punch pass during FREE WEEK and receive $5.00 discount.

Class Day Time Drop in Rates Punch Passes

Core Strength & Tone Mon 5:30 PM-6:20 PM $4 drop in $30 for 10 punch
Yoga– Teri Tues 6:00 PM-7:00 PM $8 drop in $36 for 6 punch
Wed 10:00 AM-10:50 AM $4 drop in $30 for 10 punch
Core Strength & Tone Thurs 10:00 AM-10:50 AM $4 drop in $30 for 10 punch
Weights for Life Thurs 6:00 PM –7:00 PM $8 drop in $36 for 6 punch
Yoga– Chi

Core Strength & Tone: Strengthen the core, tone muscle, enhance flexibility, and improve
balance through this low-impact workout incorporating basic Pilates and Yoga movements.

Weights for Life: Get the heart pumping, build strength, tone muscle, improve balance, and
flexibility in this low-moderate impact class incorporating weight training and cardio intervals.

Yoga: Both classes are beginner/intermediate level classes that begin with a sun salutation and
end with a guided meditation. These classes are a blend of Iyengar and Hatha yoga, with a
short Vinyassa yoga segment at the end of each class.

NIA: NIA classes offer total body cardiovascular conditioning and cross training through a combination of
movements and concepts from Yoga, Martial Arts, and Modern Dance. NIA is also gentle on the joints.

Wednesdays 5:15 PM - 6:15 PM Jan 20 - Feb 24 Deadline: Jan 13

FREE Demo on Wed, Jan 15th. Purchase a punch pass at the demo and receive $5.00 off.

Location: Palisade Community Center
Fee: $7.00 Drop in or $30.00 for 6 week session
Group Size: 4-20

11 Group Fitness

Fitness Workshops & Specialty Classes

Yoga for People that Can’t Touch their Toes: Learn the basics of posture and alignment through a gentle
yoga class, perfect for individuals that are inflexible or new to yoga and want an introductory class.

Saturdays 9:00 AM-10:00 AM Jan 23 - Feb 13 Deadline: Jan 19

Location: Palisade Community Center
Fee: $35.00 Early Bird by Jan 19, $45.00 regular, or $10.00 drop in
Group Size: 6-20

Yoga Cardio Fusion: A fun and effective blend of cardio, core, and yoga for toning/strengthening,
increasing heart rate, boosting metabolism and burning calories. Workout is sure to challenge you!

Wednesdays 5:30 P1M-6:30 PM March 2 - April 6 Deadline: Feb 26

Location: Palisade Community Center

Fee: $8.00 Drop in or $40.00 for 6 week session
Group Size: 5-20

Yoga Workshop Schedule

Workshop Day Date Time Fee Deadline
Full Moon Yoga Feb 12
Fri Feb 19 5:30PM-7:30PM $25.00 (early bird) Feb 22
Meditation: $30.00 - Drop in March 7
De-clutter your mind April 4
Sat Feb 27 9:00AM-10:30AM $15.00 (early bird) April 18
Chakra Fun $20.00 – Drop in

Pranayama Yoga Sat March 12 9:00AM-10:30AM $15.00 (early bird)
$20.00 – Drop in
Earth Day Yoga
Sat April 9 9:00AM-10:30AM $15.00 (early bird)
$20.00 – Drop in

Sat April 23 9:00AM-10:30AM $15.00 (early bird)
$20.00 – Drop in

Full Moon Yoga: Say goodbye to the old and hello to the new through a dynamic yoga practice including
live music, guided meditation, and focus on energy balance to release stress and refresh the mind and
body. Light refreshments will be served.

Meditation: De-clutter your mind with an intro to meditation, descriptions of the various forms of
meditation and how they affect the subtle body. Learn how to apply this practice into various suitable
poses, environments and techniques.

Chakra Fun Class: Great introduction to the main energy centers of the body known as chakras. The
workshop will explore and positively influence these energy centers through the use all of the senses.

Pranayama Yoga: Curious about how yogis use their breath to control the body and mind?
The fundamental principles of pranayama will be demonstrated and practiced. Discover how stress,
concentration, and heart rate can be manipulated to maintain the health of the body mind system.

Earth Day Inspired Class: Honor the Earth and celebrate our home through walking meditation, gentle
Yoga flow and Earth ceremony - all inspired from the natural world.

12 Adult Programs

Personal Enrichment & Entertainment

Bunco Nights: Meet new friends and connect with old friends through a fast paced dice game where
prizes are awarded and there are numerous ways to win the game. Desert, tea, and cocoa will be served
at each Bunco Night.

Mondays 6: 30 PM - 8:30 PM Jan 25 - Feb 8 Deadline: Jan 20

Location: Palisade Community Center

Fees: $25.00 for all three sessions or $10.00 per night
Group Size: 6-16

Gray Gourmet Senior Lunch (Ages 60+): Gray Gourmet is bringing its well-known and affordable senior
dining program to Palisade for a weekly scheduled meal, beginning Jan 26th. A delicious, hot, and
nutritious lunch will be served to seniors by area volunteers, for a suggested donation. Reservations are
required; please call in advance at 243-9844 x1.
View the Gray Gourmet menu at: www.stmarygj.org/senior-services

Tuesdays 11:30AM Jan 26 - May 31 Deadline: Friday prior to meal

Location: Palisade Community Center-Lower Level
Fees: Suggested donation $3.50 for ages 60+. Individuals under 60 the meal is $ 7.75

Dates Lunch Entertainment Schedule

January 26 Activity
Opening Day!
February 9 Welcome Palisade Program with lunch, senior Music Jam, door prizes, speakers
February 23 Valentine’s Day Party (be sure to wear red)
Simply Fit: Tips for seniors to stay fit in their own home or local parks
March 8 St. Patrick’s Day Party (be sure to wear green)
March 29 Lovely Lavender: Growing lavender and healing benefits
April 26 Palisade Historical Society: historical topic TBD

Day in the Life of Palisade Photo Scavenger Hunt: Show off your Palisade LOVE with a fun scavenger
hunt to various locations throughout town. Join us in May for a reception to showcase all the photos
and award prizes; light refreshments and cash bar will be available.
Contact Palisade Recreation for official rules and scavenger hunt list.

Registration: April 4-May 2 Photo Submission Deadline: May 9 Reception Date: May 12

Fee: $14.00/person or $20.00/team of 2 (includes light appetizers at the reception)

Reception Location: 13Brix @ 130 West 3rd Street in Palisade Time: 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM

13 Adult Programs

Personal Enrichment & Entertainment

Adult Judo: Judo teaches it’s participants the use of maximum efficiency with a minimum of effort by
using the opponents weight, balance and momentum against themselves. Judo is the most widely
practiced martial art in the world and second most practiced sport behind soccer.

Mondays 6:30 PM-7:30 PM Deadline: 2:00 PM 1st Monday of each month

Session 1: Jan 4-Jan 25 (NO CLASS Jan 18th)
Session 2: Feb 1-Feb 22
Session 3: March 7-March 28
Session 4: April 4-April 25
Session 5: May 2-May 23

Location: Karate Studio on Troyer Ave, located off of North River Road
Fees: Session One $18.00, Sessions two-five $25.00

Library Educational Classes: Join Mesa County Library staff for FREE adult educational classes.
Each class requires advanced registration. Contact Ike at 970-683-2449 to reserve a space.

Class Date Day Time Location Deadline
Windows 10 Tips & Tricks Feb 11 Thurs 3:00 PM Palisade Branch Feb 10

Mesa County Ghost Towns May 17 Tues 4:00 PM Palisade Branch May 16

Windows 10 Tips & Tricks: Windows 10 is the newest operating system for your PC. The class will cover
the new features, tips, and tricks of Windows 10.

Group Size: 3-8

Mesa County Ghost Towns: Western Colorado is the home of multiple abandoned towns and
communities. Participants will learn about some of these ghost towns and see photos and maps
of the sites.

Group Size: 3-15

Archaeology & History of Unaweep Canyon: Evidence of humans living and working in Unaweep
Canyon date back to the prehistoric times. Join Palisade Recreation & Special Guests for an interpretive
tour of Unaweep Canyon to learn about the extensive history and archeology of the area. Pack a lunch,
water, sunscreen, and wear sturdy hiking shoes.

Saturday, May 21 Meet at 8:00 AM Deadline: May 17

Location: Meet at Palisade Town Hall - 175 E 3rd street

Fee: $10.00/person (includes transportation)
Group Size: 6-24

14 Outdoor Recreation

Fun in the Snow & On the Trails

Snowshoe Series: Head to the Grand Mesa to play in the snow with Palisade Recreation. Each month
the group will explore a new trail. Dress in layers, pack water, lunch, dry boots, and snowshoes or cross
country skis. Bring money for a hot chocolate stop on the return trip.

Mondays 8:30 AM Meet at Palisade Town Hall

Fee: $5/ outing

Group Size: 3-12

Date Trail Distance Difficulty Deadline
Jan 11 Wateredog Reservoir 2.6 miles Moderate Jan 7
2.8 miles Moderate Feb 4
Feb 8 Mesa Lakes Shoreline Trail 3.0 miles Mod/Diff
March 3
March 7 Glacier Springs

Birding Series: Learn about native birds of Western Colorado through an educational and interpretive
series, featuring special guest speakers, instruction on bird watching, bird identification, and bird walks.
All bird watching outings include transportation and admission into the state park.
Dress for the weather, pack water, snacks, binoculars, note pad, pen, and camera.

Participants should plan to walk between 3-4 miles during each outing.

Bird watching outings can accommodate 3-12 participants.

Activity Date Day Time Location Fee Deadline
Sack Lunch Lecture Jan 25 FREE Jan 21
Mon 11:30 AM Community Center

Bird Walk (1) Feb 22 Mon 8:30 AM Meet @ Town Hall $5.00 Feb 18
Connected Lakes March 14 Mon 8:30 AM for shuttle $5.00 March 10
May 10 Tues 8:00 AM $10.00 May 4
Bird Walk (2) Meet @ Town Hall
Walter Walker for shuttle

Highline Lake Meet @ Town Hall
Day Outing for shuttle

15 Outdoor Recreation

Hiking & Day Trips

Spring Hiking Series: Get outdoors and enjoy the sights and sounds of the Grand Valley with the Spring
hike series, exploring a variety of trails. Bring water, snacks, sturdy shoes, layers, and sunscreen.

Mondays 8:00 AM Deadline: 4 days prior to the hike

Location: Meet at Town Hall for the shuttle - 175 E. 3rd Street

Fee: $4/ hike
Group Size: 3-12

Date Trail Location Distance Difficulty
April 4 Devil’s Canyon D 6 Fruita 4 miles Moderate
April 11 3 miles Moderate
April 25 Three Sisters Grand Junction 4 miles Moderate
Steve’s Loop Loma
May 2 5 miles Moderate-Difficult
May 16 Pollock Canyon Overlook Fruita 4.5 miles Moderate-Difficult
Upper Gunny Loop Little Park Road
May 23 3-5 miles Moderate
Little Dominquez Whitewater

Arches Day Trip: Spend the day hiking and sight seeing in Arches National Park, with hikes ranging from
a half mile to four miles. Pack a lunch, plenty of water, sunscreen, camera, wear comfortable shoes,
and dress in layers.

Friday, March 18 Meet at 7:00 AM Deadline: March 8

Location: Meet at Town Hall for the shuttle - 175 E. 3rd Street

Fee: $24/ person (includes transportation and admission into the National Park)
Group Size: 4-12

Glenwood Springs Adventure & Soak: Visit Glenwood Caverns for a morning of exploring the Fairy
Caves, take a short walk along the paved river trail, and top off the day with an afternoon soak at the
brand new Iron Mountain Hot Springs pool. The caves stay at a constant 52 degrees and consist of
approximately 130 steps that participants will have to go down and back up. Pack a lunch, water,
comfortable walking shoes, extra layers for the cave tour, and swim gear.

Tuesday, April 19 Meet at 8:00 AM Deadline: April 8

Location: Meet at Town Hall for the shuttle - 175 E 3rd Street

Fee: $57.00 / person (includes transportation, tram ride, cave tour, and hot springs admission).
Group Size: 6-12

Palisade Special Events

Calendar of Events (January-June 2016)

Dates Event Location Contact Group
Feb 26 Town of Palisade
April 8 & 9 Bluegrass at the Blue Pig Blue Pig Gallery Palisade Chamber
April 30 Colo. Parks & Wildlife
May 6 & 7 Honey Bee Fest Downtown Palisade Chamber
May 7 Rondo Buecheler
June 10 - June 12 Outdoor Heritage Days Riverbend Park Town of Palisade
June 12 - Sept 18 Town of Palisade
CNB Brews & Cruise Fest Memorial Park

Colorado Grand Valley Marathon Downtown

Palisade Bluegrass & Roots Riverbend Park

Palisade Sunday Market Downtown

Bluegrass at the Blue Pig: Calling all artists, the Town of Palisade will showcase the Bluegrass Fest
through the 1st Annual Bluegrass and Roots Music Festival Art Show. The art show will be held during
the month of February, ending with a reception and People’s Choice voting. The winning art piece will
be announced at the reception.
Cash prize for winning artist and the artwork will be used in 2016 Bluegrass marketing.

For more info on contest rules contact Lindsey Chitwood at 464-5602 or the Blue Pig at 464-4819.

Art Reception Friday, Feb 26 Time: 5:30 PM
Location: Blue Pig Gallery

Skate Park Planning & Community Input: the Town of Palisade is currently in the planning process to
redesign the skate park at Memorial Park, which will be built in 2017. The community is invited to share
their input at two different design sessions.

Youth Design Session Thurs, April 21 3:00 PM Palisade High School

* The first 12 Mt Garfield students to RSVP by April 18th will receive free shuttle service from school.

Community Session Thurs, April 21 6:00 PM-8:00PM Community Center

Early Swim Registration: Register early for swim lessons, swim team, and season passes.
Special discounts available ONLY at the early registration event.

Thursday & Friday, May 12 & 13 4:00 PM-7:00 PM Palisade Pool
Special Rates: Family Pass $10 off
Individual season passes $5 off Swim Team: $5 off

* In order to register for swim team, swimmers must first pass a basic assessment or pass level 5 swim
lessons from the Palisade Pool.

Telescope Nights: Enjoy a night under the stars for FREE stargazing with John Sabal and a chance to look
through a huge telescope. Bring blankets, lawn chairs, and a red-tinted flashlight or headlamp.

Session 1: Friday, April 9 Dusk Sun Set is at 7:30 PM
Session 2: Saturday, May 6 Dusk Sun Set is at 8:00 PM

Location: Riverbend Park