Earth Day Celebration

Arbor Day

Before Earth Day, celebrate Arbor Day! Plants, such as trees and flowers, improve air quality, helpreduce drought, and beautify any yard. To help spread the green, we are teaming up with C3 for a one-of-a-kind event on Friday, April 17. Visit our recreation centers to learn about our initiatives, get FREE seed packets, and enter a raffle for a chance to win a FREE tree! Supplies are limited, so don't miss out.

Friday, April 17
Starts at 5 a.m. until supplies last
Both Bison Ridge and Eagle Pointe recreation centers will have Arbor Day supplies

FREE Seeds Giveaway

You can grab either a seed packet of:

  • Green Peppers
  • Butterfly Garden Mix: variety of spring and summer blooms

Seed packets will be available for pickup until supplies last.

FREE Tree Raffle

Each recreation center will have a table where residents can enter the raffle. After the event, the winners will be selected and will have the option to select a tree. Raffle winners will have their chosen tree delivered to their home with more information on planting and care.

Tree options:

  • Northern Catalpas
  • Boxelder Maples

Earth Day

Commerce City is teaming up with the Rocky Mountain Arsenal National Wildlife Refuge to celebrate Earth Day. Join us for a free celebration that the whole family can enjoy. See, hear, and learn about the natural beauty of Commerce City. Earth Day is FREE and open to everyone!

Saturday, April 18
11 a.m. - 2 p.m.
Rocky Mountain Arsenal National Wildlife Refuge
6550 Gateway Rd, Commerce City, CO 80022

Rangers at swag table
Owl in snowy tree
family at info table
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Earth Day Features

  • Animal meet and greets
  • Table activities
  • Nature crafts
  • A photo booth
  • and more!

Rocky Mountain Arsenal National Wildlife Refuge

The Rocky Mountain Arsenal National Wildlife Refuge is one of the largest urban wildlife refuges in the United States. With wide views, chances to see wildlife, and activities for recreation, it's a great place to connect with nature. You can see native animals like bison, deer, raptors, songbirds, waterfowl, and more during a visit.

Learn more

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