February 17, 2026 \u2013 El Paso County Parks recognized the support of its 2025 Partners in the Park during the Park Advisory Board meeting held on February 11, 2026.<\/p>\n
Established in 2009, the Partners in the Park program provides dedicated financial support for individual County parks, trails, open spaces, event centers, and nature centers. Since its inception, the program has generated approximately $640,000 to enhance amenities, preserve natural resources, improve visitor experiences, and support the long-term sustainability of sites across the park system.<\/p>\n
\u201cOur partners play a vital role in sustaining and strengthening our park system,\u201d said Todd Marts, Executive Director of El Paso County Parks. \u201cTheir investment directly supports the care of our outdoor spaces and facilities, ensuring these places remain welcoming, well-maintained, and accessible for our community today and for generations to come.\u201d<\/p>\n
2025 Partners in the Park<\/p>\n
Adventures Out West: Rainbow Falls
\nBob & Elly Hostetler: Fox Run Regional Park
\nBuffalo Gals: Bear Creek Nature Center
\nEl Pomar Foundation: Paint Mines Interpretive Park
\nFarmers State Bank: Fair & Events Center
\nGold Hill Mesa: Bear Creek Nature Center
\nHeuberger Subaru: Fox Run Dog Park
\nHeuberger Subaru: Bear Creek Dog Park
\nNextEra Energy Resources: Paint Mines Interpretive Park
\nOlson Plumbing & Heating: Fountain Creek Nature Center
\nSCHEELS Colorado Springs: Pineries Open Space
\nTender Care Veterinary Center: Falcon Dog Park
\nThe Scott Lauther Foundation: Bear Creek Nature Center
\nColorado Springs Toyota Dealers:<\/p>\n
Bear Creek Regional Park East
\nBear Creek Regional Park West
\nBlack Forest Regional Park
\nFountain Creek Regional Park
\nHomestead Ranch Regional Park
\nWidefield Community Park<\/p>\n
Through their continued partnership, El Paso County Parks has completed key upgrades, strengthened stewardship initiatives, and advanced sustainability efforts throughout the system, helping ensure these valued community assets remain vibrant and accessible.<\/p>\n