Guardians of Palmer Park
…enhance, protect, defend and maintain the physical integrity, natural beauty and physical resources of Palmer Park in Colorado Springs, Colorado….
Our Mission
The organization’s mission is to help maintain Palmer Park’s unique beauty, recreational opportunities and spirit for the enjoyment of future generations.
What a great Saturday workday on 11-4-2023
We had a great day in the park on Saturday. Our volunteers did an amazing job picking up dog waste on Yucca Flats. I mean, seven bags worth of dog waste. Eeewwww!!! Way to go volunteers! Trash crew slayed the trash pickup with a couple of big bags. And the roving...
Saturday November 4th, 2023 Workday
It's a bit snowy and cold out there today. But you know when it's supposed to be a gorgeous autumn day? That's right, next Saturday the 4th. Just in time for our next workday. So, use the links below to come out and help us in the park while enjoying one last day of...
October 7, 2023 Saturday Workday
October 7th is just around the corner. That means it's going to be time for our October first Saturday workday in the park. Come out and enjoy the cooler weather and help keep our wonderful park looking awesome! We will be hosting our normal three activities of dog...
Recap of September 9, 2023 Workday
We had a great day in the park for trail work. We paired up with the Colorado Springs Chapter of #TheMissionContinues for a day of volunteering and 9/11 remembrance. It resulted in over 40 people coming out to work on the South Canyon Trail. It was awesome. We were...
September 9, 2023 Workday
To avoid conflict with the Labor Day Weekend, GoPP will be hosting its September workday on the 9th rather than the 2nd. This change of date also allows us the opportunity to partner with The Mission Continues for a memorial workday to honor and remember those who...
Recap of August 5th, 2023 Workday
What a terrific day in the park! Thanks to everyone who came out to help. We had over 20 people volunteer their time to help make the park a better place, and they gave it their all. We completed a trail restore on South Canyon Trail that was very needed after all of...
Saturday August 5th Workday, 2023
Believe it or not, it's almost August. The summer is just flying by! Come help us make the most of our local outdoors and enjoy the remaining days of sun and fun. We will be hosting our first Saturday of the month activities coming up on August 5th. Signup at the...
Awesome July 2023 Workday
Yesterday was a terrific day in the park! We had over 30 people come out to help. Lots of trash collected, lots of dog waste picked up, and lots of trail work accomplished. Thanks to everyone for coming out to help. This organization is nothing without you and we love...
July 8th, 2023 Workday
Come out and join us for our July workday on July 8th, 2023. We are doing the second Saturday in order to avoid conflict with the Fourth of July Holiday weekend. Sign up at the links below to volunteer for dog waste cleanup, trash pickup, or trail work. With the wet...
June 3rd, 2023 Workday
It was rainy, it was muddy, footing was a bit treacherous, and it was definitely chilly at times. But we got out there and made a great workday of it. Thanks to everyone who came out to slog through the mud building trails, picking up trash, and cleaning up dog waste....
Join Us!
Everyone who cares about Palmer Park is welcome to join. Benefits include:
✓Adding your voice to a growing chorus of people who love Palmer Park.
✓Offering your ideas about how best to care for the park.
✓Receiving email and text alerts about issues that might affect the park.
✓Join us for Park service work days.