Events
Aiken Canyon Preserve HikeSaturday, October 26
10:00 AM - 3:00 PM
Aiken Canyon. Photo The Nature Conservancy
Aiken Canyon Preserve is a 1621-acre state natural area about 12 miles south of Colorado Springs, managed by the Nature Conservancy under a long-term lease. It is a mixture of foothills, shrubland and woodland habitats. It is named after Charles Aiken, a 19th-century ornithologist who first surveyed the region in the 1870s, identifying more than 75 bird species, and it continues to be an area particularly rich in wildlife and birdlife. We will learn about the history of the area and how it serves as a valuable wildlife corridor.
This hike will be a moderate 5-1/2 miles with about 500 feet of elevation gain. Participants should bring lunch, plenty of water, clothing suitable for the weather conditions, including rain gear, and footwear suitable for hiking on a rough trail. Participants may carpool or caravan from Colorado Springs (carpool meeting time 9 a.m.) or meet at the trailhead, at participants’ option.
For details or to sign up, contact Jim Lockhart at 719-385-0045 or jlock@datawest.net.
This hike will be a moderate 5-1/2 miles with about 500 feet of elevation gain. Participants should bring lunch, plenty of water, clothing suitable for the weather conditions, including rain gear, and footwear suitable for hiking on a rough trail. Participants may carpool or caravan from Colorado Springs (carpool meeting time 9 a.m.) or meet at the trailhead, at participants’ option.
For details or to sign up, contact Jim Lockhart at 719-385-0045 or jlock@datawest.net.
Coming in November
Kick off end of year giving
2024 Pikes Peak Give! Campaign Kick-off
Friday, November 1, 4:00 PM - 8:00 PM
Manitou Art Center, 513 Manitou Ave, Manitou Springs.
Whether you're a long-time supporter or new to Wild Connections, this event is the perfect opportunity to engage with our community and celebrate the spirit of giving.
Mark your calendars and join us for an evening of art, music, conservation and help us kick off the Give! fundraising campaign!
Mark your calendars and join us for an evening of art, music, conservation and help us kick off the Give! fundraising campaign!
December 10 is the state-wide Colorado Gives Day
Early giving begins November 1
Make your gift to Wild Connections anytime between November ! and midnight December 10. Every donation counts toward our proportionate share of the $1.5 million Incentive Fund