Sunset & Stars

Sunset and Stars is a favorite activity of Director, Bruce Johnson. We meet at the Cuchara Community Center to drive to Cordova Pass. At the pass, the group does the usual “circle up” to introduce ourselves before hiking about 3/4 of a mile to a grand overview of our Cuchara valley and beyond. We have time to meet new friends, enjoy a picnic and check out a wonderful sunset. As the sky grows dark, stars begin to pop out. A quick and simple astronomy lesson will be given so that you might be able to take your knowledge home with you. We walk back to the Cordova Pass parking lot with the help of flashlights. A unique experience to say the least!

This event is free. Always meet at the Cuchara Community Center. Please bring layers — it will get cold! Feel free to bring a a picnic dinner.

Walking History Tour

Join us on our very popular and always changing Walking History Tour of Cuchara where you will learn some of the earliest history of our beloved Cuchara. You’ll appreciate Cuchara even more. We have updated the tour to include some simple geologic history, Native American information and Land Grant maps. Always meet at the Cuchara Community Center. Walk or ride your golf cart and follow Bruce as he shares history about the valley.

History Tour is FREE.

History books are available for purchase at the walk. $20 for booklet.

Interested to learn more about the area history? Check out our history page.

Full Moon Hike

On the Full Moon hike, we hike to the tree line of West Peak. Once we get to the tree line we watch the sunset and the moon rise from a wonderful vantage point. After the moon rises, we carefully walk back to Cordova Pass. Please make sure you wear warm clothes, bring a flashlight and a dinner. It is a fun and different evening for all! Free! We always meet at the Cuchara Community Center.

This is a popular hike when we can get it in. We have trouble getting it in because of the weather. We often get rained out since the hike is in the afternoon/evening. Please keep an eye on our social media to see if we can host the event!

Cuchara Yoga

Join us for a free yoga event with Karen Voepel designed to bring relaxation and connection to our community. All skill levels are welcome, so bring your mat and enjoy a peaceful morning in nature!

Join us at the Cuchara Community Center.

Wildflower Wander

We hope you will join us for this fun and learning-filled experience. We take a slow stroll along Purgatorie River viewing, photographing and learning the names, uses and habits of up to 70 different species of wildflowers in our area. Come join like-minded folks who enjoy knowing about our beautiful wildflowers, being out in the forest and meeting new folks. This activity is free.

Bring: wildflower books if you have them, cameras, comfortable shoes, rain gear, water and pack a lunch.

Meet at the Cuchara Community Center (Rec Hall)