The City of Fort Collins Natural Areas Department hosts a free program about the top predators of Gateway Natural Area on Saturday, Oct. 17, 2026, from 1:30 to 3:30 p.m. It looks at how these animals live and the role they play in the ecosystem.
The program opens under a shelter with photos, videos, and skulls and pelts that visitors can handle. It continues with a walk along the North Fork of the Poudre River. The Gateway parking fee is waived for participants during the program.
Know before you go
- Where: Gateway Natural Area, 5216 Poudre Canyon Rd., Bellvue, CO 80512
- When: Saturday, Oct. 17, 2026, 1:30 to 3:30 p.m.
- Who: Not listed
- Cost: Free. The Gateway parking fee is waived for participants.
- Registration: Sign up through the city’s Engage calendar. The event page does not say whether sign-up is required. Questions: 970-416-2815.
- Details: official event page
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