Colorado Springs and El Paso County Relocation ... - Keep Trees

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Community and RECREATION Opportunities for community involvement and recreation abound in Colorado Springs, El Paso County and the Pikes Peak region. In addition to the nearly 600,000 people who live in the metropolitan area, more than 6 million people visit each year, contributing more than $1 billion to the local economy and ensuring a nonstop roll of fun tickets. Parks, trails, cultural activities, attractions and facilities are plentiful enough to keep close to 7 million people happy throughout the year, many taking advantage of the natural wonders of the area. When you live here, you’re never without something to do in your spare time. With more than 300 days of sunshine you’ll want to get out and explore your new surroundings as often as you can. ARTS & CULTURE Many artists, patrons, arts groups, galleries, music and dance venues, museums, opera, performing arts, theaters and auditoriums contribute to the culture of the Colorado Springs area. Participating and partaking of the arts is a passion many residents share. The Pikes Peak Arts Council is a great resource for gaining a sense of the cultural community. Visit www. pikespeakartscouncil.org for ideas and information for both patrons and creators of the arts. PARKS & TRAILS Colorado Springs Since 1871, when Colorado Springs fi led the original town plat, it has included park provisions. The fi rst park, one square block, is the site of the present-day Acacia Park. Colorado Springs’ city founder General William Jackson Palmer generously donated 1,270 acres of parkland, bridle and foot paths, scenic drives and roadways planted with trees, to establish a signifi cant foundation of the Colorado Springs park system. These gifts included Acacia (North) Park, Monument Valley Park, Antlers Park, Pioneer Square (South) Park, Palmer Park, North Cheyenne Cañon, Prospect Lake and Bear Creek Cañon. In 1909, the Perkins heirs gave Garden of the Gods Park to the City, adding to the beautiful parkland already established. Today, Parks, Recreation & Cultural Services manages 7 regional parks, 9 community parks, 123 neighborhood parks, 5 sports complexes and 45 open space areas. Colorado Springs has more than 12,000 acres of parks, trails and open space, and continues to acquire and maintain more to further enhance the quality of life for residents and visitors. Activities range from picnicking, swimming and soccer to hiking, biking and nature enjoyment. There are also several dog parks. A large variety of regional and open space areas are 60 Colorado Springs Relocation GUIDE 2007
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