South Suburban Parks and Recreation

Longs Peak Scottish Irish
Highland Festival
Estes Park
Enjoy bands from Scotland, Ireland,
Bermuda, Canada, Australia and New
Zealand, as well as top Scottish & Irish
entertainers, Highland and Irish dancers,
Champion Scottish Athletes, jousters, and
clans and dogs of the British Isles will compete
and perform throughout the day. In
addition, there will be Scottish and Irish
importers and crafters, Exhibitions, food
and beverage tents and much more to see
and do. Fee includes entrance to the festivities
only. Feel free to bring a sack lunch
718869 M Sep 2 10 am-7 pm
$62/$52 R 65+: $52/$43 R
Garden of the Gods
Colorado Springs
Spend the day surrounded by natural beauty
as we travel to this Registered National
Natural Landmark for a short educational
film and a guided bus tour. Bring a sack
lunch to enjoy in the park after the tour.
712949 Th Sep 26
TBD (reverse pick-up)
$41/$34 R 65+: $34/$28 R
Sports Authority Stadium at
Mile High Tour
Denver
Ever wonder what the inside of the Broncos’
playing home looks like? Take a tour
through the Sports Authority Field at Mile
High! Enjoy seeing the Colorado Sports Hall
of Fame Museum, party suites, united club
level, the visiting team locker room, press
center and much more. Lunch is on your
own at the Rock Bottom Brewery after the
tour.
7169310 Th Oct 17
9:45 am-2:15 pm
$37/$31 R 65+: $31/$26 R
The Boulder Dushanbe
Teahouse
Boulder
Enjoy one of the nation’s most extensive
collections of western art. More than 200
paintings and over 80 bronze sculptures
are on display. After a visit to the museum,
enjoy a luxurious teatime in Boulder’s most
exotic atmosphere. An elegant afternoon
tea is served on white linen with an assortment
of pastries and sweets, scones with
cream and lemon curd, tea sandwiches, and
your choice of three traditional blended
teas.
7105611 Th Nov 14
2-6 pm
$55/$46 R 65+: $46/$39 R
Senior Programs
Assignments Restaurant–
International Culinary
School
Denver
A unique educational and dining establishment
designed to create an open environment
run entirely by students. Enjoy a four
course meal and a short tour of the kitchen.
7148211 W Nov 20
5:30-8:30 pm
$51/$43 R 65+: $43/$36 R
Outdoor Recreation
Good physical condition and the ability to
walk with moderate to strenuous elevation
gain is required. Transportation provided.
Visit www.sspr.org for dates and locations.
Friday Morning Walk About
Explore a variety of Denver area’s hidden
foot paths. Walk about 2 hours each week,
approximately 3-4 miles. Transportation
provided. Visit www.sspr.org or call 303-
730-4606 for schedule. (Sep-Jun)
$10/$9 R 65+: $9/$7 R
Hiking & Snowshoe Trips
Enjoy the Colorado outdoors as we explore
many hiking and snowshoe trials along the
Front Range with moderate to strenuous
elevation gain. Hikes range from 5-7 miles.
Bring sunscreen, sack lunch and water.
Snowshoe trips require snowshoes. For
schedule visit www.sspr.org or call 303-
730-4606.
High Line Canal Challenge
Walk the High Line Canal from its beginning
in Waterton Canyon to its culmination
in Aurora. Trek the trail in 5-6 mile increments
until you’ve completed the 71-mile
challenge. Space is limited so register early
and be notified of the orientation meeting.
703109 W Sep 4-Dec 11, 8 am-12 pm
$35 Registration fee /$30 R, $6 weekly
transportation fee
Cherry Creek Challenge
Walk the length of the Cherry Creek Trail in
5-6 mile increments from Franktown, near
Castlewood Canyon State Park, to
Confluence Park in Denver. MUST be able
to walk a 20-minute mile. 8 wks
703114 W Apr 2-May 21
8 am-12 pm
Registration Fee : $20/$16 R
$6 weekly transportation fee
Senior Programs Trips and Tours has a
new monthly newsletter. If you would
like to be on the email listing please
contact Lisa at 303-730-4606 or lisar@
sspr.org.
5 Trip/Tour Pick-Up
Location Key
When registering for any of the Trips and
Tours, make certain to select a pick up location
from the key below.
A= Amity Plaza, 200 W. Sterne Pkwy.
BRC= Buck Recreation Center*
2004 W. Powers Ave.
IA= South Suburban Ice Arena,
6580 S. Vine St. (North end)
SVW= Southview, (Windermere Side)
5820 S. Windermere St.
LT= Lone Tree Recreation Ctr.
10249 Ridgegate Circle
As requested/needed:
LB= Libby Bortz (JLB only)
BH = Bradley House
SVD= Southview (Datura side)
Call Lisa 303-730-4606 for pick up times.
Independent participation is required for
trips and tours. If you feel you may require
special assistance for any of the trips
and/or tours, please call the Trips & Tours
Coordinator at 303-730-4606.
*Trip start time is the pick-up time at
the Buck Ctr. One hour may be added to
accommodate pick-up/drop-off at various
locations.
Reverse pick-up: Starts at Buck Ctr. and
ends at Lone Tree.
Senior Programs
Class Information: 303-797-8787
Register by calling 303-347-5999
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