September 19, 2025
Have you noticed artwork dotting the landscape as you’ve ventured out in Douglas County? The celebrated Douglas County Art Encounters outdoor public art program has recently installed dozens of new pieces in public places throughout…
Have you noticed artwork dotting the landscape as you’ve ventured out in Douglas County? The…
Read MoreSeptember 12, 2025
Pictured: Douglas County Commissioners alongside volunteers and employees of Open Space, Parks and Historic Preservation Boards and Departments For three decades, your support has done something incredible in Douglas County - preserved, protected and built…
Pictured: Douglas County Commissioners alongside volunteers and employees of Open Space, Parks and Historic Preservation…
Read MoreJuly 9, 2025
Get ready for enhanced fishing and boating experiences with new regulation updates this month at Rueter-Hess Reservoir. Over the past two years, staff have collaborated with Parker Water & Sanitation District to evaluate visitation patterns,…
Get ready for enhanced fishing and boating experiences with new regulation updates this month at…
Read MoreSeptember 27, 2024
Pictured: International Archaeology Day 2023 Are you fascinated by history? Do you love learning about the past and want to explore free resources and adventures in learning? Check out a free day of learning and…
Pictured: International Archaeology Day 2023 Are you fascinated by history? Do you love learning about…
Read MoreAugust 5, 2024
Recent wildfires across Colorado are a reminder that fast-moving wildfires can hit anywhere at any time. Wildfires are the No. 1 natural hazard in Douglas County, which means living in the peace and tranquility of…
Recent wildfires across Colorado are a reminder that fast-moving wildfires can hit anywhere at any…
Read MoreJune 20, 2024
In 2022, you overwhelmingly supported the renewal of a sales and use tax measure to fund parks, trails, historic resources, and open space. Learn about your role in the decision-making process for this fund and…
In 2022, you overwhelmingly supported the renewal of a sales and use tax measure to…
Read MoreApril 25, 2024
You know Douglas County for its majestic views and breathtaking open spaces. Yet, because wildfires are the No. 1 natural hazard threat here, living amongst this beauty comes with a responsibility, both for public and…
You know Douglas County for its majestic views and breathtaking open spaces. Yet, because wildfires…
Read MoreFebruary 7, 2024
Photo provided courtesy of Helen Malenda, USGS If you are one of the nearly 25,000 rural residents in Douglas County who own and depend on more than 8,000 active groundwater wells that tap the Denver…
Photo provided courtesy of Helen Malenda, USGS If you are one of the nearly 25,000…
Read MoreOctober 9, 2023
Are you fascinated by history? Do you love learning about the past and want to share a free day of learning and natural beauty with your family? Don’t miss your chance to experience Colorado’s rich…
Are you fascinated by history? Do you love learning about the past and want to…
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