Free customized programs are available for scout groups, homeschool groups, adult classes, church groups, clubs and community organizations. Programs may include educational activities, recreational excursions, accessible bike rides, contemplative experiences and more.
Discover the natural world with Open Space and Mountain Parks staff and volunteer naturalists. Contact us to schedule educational programs, recreational excursions, accessible bike rides, contemplative experiences and more. Programs are free and open to all.
We accept requests throughout the year and all requests must be submitted prior to that season's request window deadline. Each group may request one program per year.
| Program Date | Request Window Deadline |
|---|---|
| Spring Season (April 1 - May 31) | Jan. 5, 2026 |
| Summer Season (June 1 - Aug. 31) | May 1, 2026 |
| Fall Season (Sept. 1 - Nov. 30) | May 29, 2026 |
| Winter Season (Dec. 1 - March 31) | Nov. 2, 2026 |
We accept requests throughout the year using the Program Request Form, and all requests must be submitted prior to that season's request window deadline - shown above.
OSMP naturalists lead hikes and other programs year round on open space and in classrooms. Choose your location.
Please use the boxes on the form to tell us more about your group’s needs. The more detail you can give us, the better we can provide you with the program you want.
If you are requesting a program for a school or youth group, please review the Schools and Youth Groups page and use the request form found there. We offer school programs Tuesdays through Fridays.
Contact Maggie Vest Engelman at engelmanm@bouldercolorado.gov
Nothing! OSMP offers these programs free of charge as a community service, supported by City of Boulder sales tax. To pay for your program, shop in Boulder.
Submit your request using the Program Request Form on GivePulse during one of the request windows. Requests must be submitted prior to the season’s specified deadline windows. Each group may request one program per year.
You are welcome to sign up for one program per group each year.
We offer programs throughout the week except for Mondays. The best time to schedule a program is between April 1 and November 30. We will try to accommodate your group on other days when possible.
Yes! Be sure and specify this option when you register.
Yes! People experiencing disabilities or having special needs are welcome! Participants must be accompanied by a trained aide or a teacher familiar with any special requirements.
Yes! OSMP can provide an American Sign Language (ASL) interpreter to accompany naturalist-led hikes and programs, and some community events. Please let us know with as much advanced notice as possible. For more information, please contact Maggie Vest Engelman at engelmanm@bouldercolorado.gov.
We offer public hikes on the White Rocks property from August through October. Two hikes per year are available to be reserved by organizations, the rest are open registration. To apply for a reserved group hike, submit a request to Juanita Echeverri at echeverrij@bouldercolorado.gov. If more than two requests come in per year, the recipients will be randomly chosen (assuming none of the groups have already had a dedicated hike within the last 5 years). Questions - please email Juanita Echeverri at echeverrij@bouldercolorado.gov.
If you are bringing a group of 25 or more people without an OSMP guide, or charging a fee to bring any group size, you may need a permit.
No. Scout groups, home schools, adult classes, church groups, community clubs and organizations are all welcome and will not be charged for programs.
We offer a wide variety of options. View themes.
Group size can be from 7 to a max of 60 people based on naturalist availability.
Age limits are pre-school and up.
If you are bringing a group of 25 or more people without an OSMP guide, you may need a permit.
If you are interested in other program options, check out the free public programs. Sign up for the Boulder Open Space and Mountain Parks newsletter.
Choose a program theme from the list below. Most of these programs can also be given in Spanish for groups of all ages. If your desired theme or topic is not on this list, let us know; we may be able to accommodate your request.
Please direct your questions to osmppermits@bouldercolorado.gov or 303-441-3440.
Familiarize your group with park rules and regulations before your trip.
