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Wildlife Watch Workshops
Voluneer Tony D. teaching track identification.Sharpen your senses to the sights and sounds of nature; discover where, when, and how to watch wildlife responsibly; learn how to choose and use binoculars; learn how to use a range map and field guide; interpret wildlife habitats and signs on a workshop nature walk. Wildlife Watch workshops are perfect for families, groups, individuals—anyone wanting to experience the out-of-doors in a whole new way.
Hunter Education & Outreach
Father and son hunting together. Photo © CDOW.In a Hunter Education course, students learn about firearms and ammunition, firearm safety, shooting fundamentals, firearm and wildlife laws, hunter responsibility, wildlife identification and management, survival, and much more. Though required of anyone wishing to hunt in Colorado, a Hunter Education course also offers a lot to those who have no wish to hunt.

Want to learn how to hunt—big game, waterfowl, game birds, and more—but don't know where to start? Take a look at the Hunter Outreach Program.
Women Afield
Two participants from the Women Afield program.For and about women, Women Afield is dedicated to teaching Colorado women the outdoor skills found in the shooting sports, hunting, and fishing. Explore a whole new world on the Women Afield page, and sign-up for one of the scheduled opportunities!
Fishing Clinics
A father and son enjoy a peaceful day fishing.Fishing, angling, casting a line, catchin' fish. Whatever you call it, it's fun for kids, adults, entire families. Regardless of age or ability. A family activity in the out-of-doors, with fresh air and sunshine and tons of beautiful scenery. What could be better? Read about the Angler Education Program's fishing clinics and find out how easy it is for you to learn 'fishin''.

Learn how all those fish you're going to catch are raised—visit a hatchery. Read about the Division of Wildlife's fish hatcheries on the interactive Hatcheries page.

Youth Activities
Scott Gilmore teaching a fishing clinic for youth.The Division of Wildlife offers youth a number of ways to learn, be active, enjoy and appreciate the outdoors and wildlife, and be with family. Explore the possibilities in the Angler Education Program, Youth Hunting programs, and Aquatic Education (see how fish are raised), or join in on the work of River Watch. And, Hunter Education courses, especially for youth, are offered through the year.
  
Colorado Commemorative Habitat Stamp 2008.

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Last Updated: 7/23/2009