Larimer County Natural Resources - Offero
Welcome to Offero! Offero connects you to opportunities to engage with the parks and open lands of Larimer County. As a participant or volunteer, Offero guides your engagement and helps manage your involvement. Explore the calendar, update your profile, and connect to the possibilities!
We Connect People, Nature, and Place.
Stay informed of upcoming programs and projects! Sign-up for The Register, the Department of Natural Resources' E-newsletter.
Curious about what Larimer County Natural Resources can offer you?
Check out a variety of volunteer opportunities and educational programs below ready to connect you to nature and place.
Two of our program partners have upcoming events:
Northern Colorado Astronomical Society is having an Astronomy Day Extravaganza! Go to www.nocoastro.org/special-events for more information and to register.
American Adventure Sports Club is offering a beginner hiking experience. Go to https://www.theamericanadventuresportsclub.org/ for more information or scan the QR code to register.
Volunteer with us!
Volunteers are an essential part of achieving our mission. Through the volunteer program, Larimer County Natural Resources can be the link connecting you to both the natural world and your community. If you desire to help care for your public lands then hope you join the team.
Not ready for the full commitment? Discover one-time volunteer events on the calendar.
Prospective Volunteers
Ready to connect? Get started by completing an application for one of the volunteer roles below. You can find out more about each volunteer role by clicking on Get Involved.
Featured Activities
Bald Eagle Viewing
Enjoy watching the bald eagles that nest north of River Bluffs Open Space. Weather dependent.
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Nature Smartphone Photography
Friday, 16 May 2025 | 09:00 AM | Lions Open Space
You too can take great nature photos with your smartphone. We will learn the basics of nature pho...
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Tiny Trekkers 2025
Sat 05/17, Thu 06/12, Sat 06/14, Thu 07/17, Sat 07/19Help your "Tiny Trekker" (2-5 year old) explore nature!
MoreThe Geology of the Devil's Backbone
Thursday, 22 May 2025 | 05:30 PM | Devil's Backbone Open Space
Join Larimer County Naturalists for an up-close exploration of the geology of Devil’s Backbone Op...
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Get to Know our Parks
Fri 05/23, Fri 06/13Have you ever wanted to get to know your favorite park better? Or maybe you want to explore somewhere new! Join us to "Get to Know" our parks better. Topics vary!
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Trailblazers: Explore Devil's Backbone Open Space
Friday, 23 May 2025 | 09:00 AM | Devil's Backbone Open Space | Registration Required
Do you have an adventurous spirit? Do you enjoy long hikes in nature but yearn to learn more abou...
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LGBTQ+ Summer Series
Thu 06/05, Thu 08/07, Thu 10/02LGBTQ+ Summer 2025 activity series lead in partnership by Larimer County Natural Resources and Fort Collins Natural Areas.
MoreFlower Connections - To Pollinators and Us
Tuesday, 10 June 2025 | 08:30 AM | Horsetooth Mountain Open Space
The fascinating relationships between pollinators and flowering plants are diverse, intimate and ...
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Thursday, 12 June 2025 | 05:30 PM | Horsetooth Mountain Open Space
What’s in a name? A whole lot if your name is Horsetooth Mountain, and your profile is part of Fo...
Sign UpThe Benefits of Nature
Wednesday, 18 June 2025 | 05:30 PM | Lions Open Space | Registration Required
Come learn about how and why getting outside is good for you! Modern research is proving what man...
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Jump into the Outdoors
Thu 06/26, Thu 07/10, Sat 08/16New to the outdoors? Know nothing about a topic, but want to learn more? Jump into the outdoors with these accessible, beginner-friendly programs!
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