Fort Collins   -   Fridays

Paint out leader  -  Laura G. Young

(970) 215-0506

lauragyoung@gmail.com 

re you ready for Colorado's snowiest month? Here's what's on tap for March.

*** ADVISORY: due to Colorado’s unpredictable weather, some paint-outs might be moved to a new location and/or cancelled. Always check the weekly email reminder and weather reports before heading out.

Friday, March 6 -- Soldier Canyon (Lory State Park), Fort Collins

10:00 am —1:00 pm 

Permit or Fee Required.

708 Lodgepole Dr, Fort Collins, CO 80526 

If you haven't been to Soldier Canyon before, you're in for a treat! Tucked away in Lory just south of the visitor center, this hidden gem is somewhat sheltered from the wind. Scenic views of either the narrow little canyon itself or foothills stretching into the distance. 

Please note: A state park permit is required, or else a $10 vehicle day fee.  You must use the self-service kiosk, which is located just past the entrance on the right, or come inside  the Visitor Center/Park Headquarters to purchase passes and permits. 

*This is the visitor center address, if entering it into your car's navigation system. However we will be meeting a little further SOUTH at the Soldier Canyon parking lot (<-- see link).

Restrooms are available at both the visitor center and at Soldier Canyon.

Friday, March 13 — Benson Sculpture Garden, Loveland

1125 W 29th St, Loveland, CO 80538*

Is there anything more inspiring than to surround yourself with art as you paint? Benson Sculpture Garden is a fantastic place to do just that, with 178 sculptures spread out over 10 acres. Trees, paths and ponds are also present for those craving their weekly nature fix. A brochure listing all the sculptures can be viewed here: https://bensonsculpturegarden.org/

*We will be meeting at the restrooms off of Aspen Drive; no entrance fee or parking fee

Friday, March 20 — Arapaho Bend, Fort Collins

10:00 am —1:00 pm

4109 E Horsetooth Rd, Fort Collins, CO 80525

Back by popular demand! Arapaho Bend has a little something for everyone: trees, creeks, ponds, views of both the mountains and the ruins of historic Strauss Cabin, and of course the Cache la Poudre River. 

We'll be meeting at the parking lot off of Horsetooth and Strauss Cabin Road (see map link above). Restrooms are available further south at the Harmony Transportation Center.

No entrance fee or parking fee.

Friday, March 27 — Paint-out at PAAC Member's Private Property, Loveland

10:00 am — 1:00 pm 

(Note: this was to take place last month but was moved to March, instead)

Once again, a member has graciously offered to host our paint-out on their land. For privacy reasons, further information will only be shared via the e-mail list. If you are already on the Fort Collins PAAC list, you will automatically receive information to RSVP the week of the paintout. Please note there will be a waiver.