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FCL-PAAC Locations for September & October 2025

Friday, September 5: Willow Bend Park & Natural Area, Loveland

9:00 am-12:00 noon

2538 E 1^st Street, Loveland

There is ample parking space in the first parking lot, but the second parking lot, located near the trail, has limited availability.  Take the trail to the left (100 feet), and you'll find some great areas for painting, either along the trail or near the pond located on the right side.

Restrooms

http://www.suburbitat.org/

Saturday, September 13: The Gardens on Spring Creek, Fort Collins

9:00 am-12:00 noon

2145 Centre Ave, Fort Collins

Artists are free of charge, but you need to register: <https://survey.alchemer.com/s3/7341684/2023-Plein-Air-in-The-Gardens-Painter-Registration> On the registration form, you’ll see that the Gardens is also sponsoring a show of work done in the Gardens on September 30, so check that out if you would like to participate.

Restrooms are located in the Gardens Visitors Center.

Friday, September 19: Benson Sculpture Garden, Loveland

9:00 am-12:00 noon

1125 W 29^th Street, Loveland

Lovely garden with many sculptures of renowned artists, impressive willow trees, and a beautiful pond.  Parking is on the west side.  Restrooms.

Friday, September 26: Lions Open Space, LaPorte

9:00 am-12:00 noon

2425 N. Overland Trail, LaPorte, CO

Paved and unpaved trails

Restrooms.

https://googl/maps/UM8GFfbrpAtMs2Kq8

Friday, October 3: Carter Lake Marina Inc, Loveland

9:00 am-12:00 noon

4011 S CR 31, Loveland

Carter Lake Sail Club /Potluck Lunch

Organized by Pam Froemke (will provide more directions)

Tentative potluck around noon, TBC.

Daily pass: $8

Restrooms

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