SPLASH PAD GUIDE

It’s hot this week. Like “the playground equipment could double as a grill” hot. Yet when you have young kids, sometimes you gotta brace the elements and drag everyone outside - because keeping tiny humans cooped up indoors is a one-way ticket to chaos (and a serious threat to parent’s sanity).

Enter splash pads - our saviors! These magical havens have become a staple of our summer survival. Here’s your guide to the best splash pads around the Foothills for this upcoming scorcher of a week.

Or, there’s always the original splash pads - bring the kiddos to the creek and let them frolic. Bear Creek in Evergreen and Morrison is always a good choice, as well as Clear Creek in Golden (Age dependent… duh)

Hopefully this is the last of the real hot summer temps, but Colorado has a way of tricking us sometimes.

COMMUNITY CORNER

A loyal Foothill Crew reader (shout out Erica) reached out looking for a suggestion, and I figured - what’s the point of having an awesome community of locals who love the outdoors if we don’t tap into that wisdom every once in a while.

Here’s her ask: “what are your recommendations on campsites not far away that have some place to fish? Our young nephews are coming from out of town and want to fish.”

Can anyone help a fellow Crew member out? Don’t worry - this stays between us. Your secret spots won’t get blown up on the internet or shared publicly. Think of it like giving directions to a neighbor.

If your recommendation gets chosen, I owe you a beer! (scout’s honor)

Simply respond back to this email if you feel generous enough to share.

THE BRIEFING

Sunrise 6:03 AM
Sunset 8:09 PM
Fire Bans - None
Clear Creek Status - Green Flag, Open to All Uses

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TUESDAY

Parfet Park, Golden- National Night out with the Golden Police Department, 5-8pm. Not a trap, I swear

Floyd Hill- Jeffco Mountain Bike Club weekly ride, 5:30pm. The Sluice

Green Mountain Brewery, Lakewood- Weekly Run Club, 6pm. Run, then beers

Gnarly’s Theater, Golden- Trickster Tuesday Family Magic Show, 7-9pm. Wowww

WEDNESDAY

The Golden Hotel, Golden- Wednesdays on the Creek Summer Music Series: Andy Straus (Colorado Americana), 5-8pm. Check it out

Miners Saloon, Golden- Live music Wednesdays, 6-9pm.

New Terrain Brewing, Golden- Baby Goat Night, 5-8pm. No beer for the goats

THURSDAY

Flying J Ranch, Conifer- Trail Hike with Mountain Area Land Trust, 9-11am. Explore the landscape

Mad Macks Brewing, Golden- National IPA Day, 3-10pm. Beer releases

Mountain Toad Brewing, Golden- Cheese Night with Cheese Ranch, 4-10pm. Beer & Cheez

Mountain Toad Brewing, Golden- Hoppy Hour Fundraiser for Foothills Animal Shelter, 5-7pm. Good cause

The Golden Mill, Golden- Furst Thursday Yappy Hour, 5-8pm. Four legged friends

Runner’s Roost, Golden- Weekly Run Club, meet at 6pm

BP Run Co, Wheat Ridge- Weekly run club, starting at 6pm. Lace ‘em up

Cactus Jack’s Saloon, Evergreen- Thank you Thursday. Locals get 10% off all day while the kitchen is open.

New Terrain Brewing, Golden- Music by the Mesa: Tumbledown Shack, 6-9pm. Grateful Dead Energy

The Woodcellar, Evergreen- The Almighty Open Mic Night, 7-11pm. Show off

Little Bear Saloon, Evergreen- Arena Rock All Stars: Everyone’s Favorite 80’s tribute, 8-10:30pm. Pour some sugar on me

FRIDAY

The Golden Mill, Golden- Rooftop Yoga, 9:30-10:30am. Rain or Shine

Mountain Home, Evergreen- Annual Tent Sale (Day 1), 10am-5pm. Shop

Cheese Ranch Artisan Deli, Golden- Fondue Friday, 5pm. call ahead to reserve

Bottles & Barrels, Golden- Live music with Grey Rails, 6-9pm.

Goosetown Station, Golden- Live music with The Reckless Folk, 6:30pm. Bluegrass beatz

Parfet Park, Golden- Movies & Music in the Park: Air Bud, 7pm. Movies al fresco

The Woodcellar, Evergreen- Hash Cabbage, 8pm. Kozmic Psychedelic American Music

SATURDAY

Georgetown- Half Marathon: Georgetown to Idaho Springs. Iconic

Berkeley Park Running Co, Wheat Ridge- Citrus Run Club (6-12 mile options), 7am start. Run Club

Golden Library Parking Lot, Golden- Golden Farmers Market, 8am-1pm. Fresh

Parfet Park, Golden- Yoga in the Park, 9-10am.

Hiwan Park, Evergreen- Outdoor Yoga with Free Range Yoga, 9-10am. Stretch it out

Colorado Railroad Museum, Golden- Gold Rush Days, 9am-5pm. Mining History

Snowpack Taproom, Conifer- Saturday Morning Yoga, 10-11am. Flow state

Mountain Home, Evergreen- Annual Tent Sale (Day 2), 10am-5pm. Shop

Downtown Golden- Golden Fine Arts Festival (Day 1), 10am-5pm. Enjoy

Dinosaur Ridge, Golden- TriceraTOTs Session, 9-10am. Craft & Story Times

What If Theatre, Lakewood- Select Your Own Story Improv adventure, 4-5pm. Fun for Kids

Olde Town, Arvada- Whiskey Fest 2025, 5-9:30pm. On the rocks

Old Town, Arvada- Second Saturdays: Summer Concert Series and Street Festival, 5-10pm. Check it out

Georgetown Lake- Full Moon Paddle, 9-11pm. Stargazing

SUNDAY

Olde Town, Arvada- Farmers Market, 9am-1:30pm. Fresh produce and fun

Colorado Railroad Museum, Golden- Gold Rush Days, 9am-5pm. Mining History

Buchanan Park, Evergreen- Toss for a Cause Annual Cornhole Tournament, 9am-6pm. Raisin’ Funds

Colorado Tap House, Arvada- Community Farm Day, 9am-1pm. Chicken Sh*t Bingo included!

Buffalo Rose, Golden- Sunday Bluegrass Brunch with Mighty Holler, 10am-1pm. Toe Tappin’

Golden Outpost, Golden- Country Market, 10am-3pm. Yeehaw

Mountain Home, Evergreen- Annual Tent Sale (Day 3), 10am-5pm. Shop

Downtown Golden- Golden Fine Arts Festival (Day 2), 10am-5pm. Enjoy

Snowpack Taproom, Conifer- Banjo Joe & Danielle Live music, 2-5pm. Bluegrass Energy

Mountain Toad Brewing, Golden- Board Game Night, 5pm-close. Have fun

MONDAY

New Terrain Brewing Co, Golden- Yoga on Tap 🧘 Yoga from 6-7pm, beers anytime. Get your ticket

Bear Creek and the Dedisse Ranch in Evergreen, before the dam was constructed. Circa 1920s

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