Guided Nature Hike
2025-09-13 10:00 - 2025-10-11 13:00 (America/Denver)
Hosted by: Powderhorn
Time: 11:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m.
Location: Powderhorn Mountain Resort

Colorado Outdoor Industry Leadership Summit
2025-10-01 - 2025-10-03
Hosted by: Colorado Outdoor Industry Office
Time: varies ( 10/1-10/3 )
Location: Estes Park, CO (venue TBA)

GVT Committee Meeting
2025-10-07 19:00 - 20:30
7 – 8:30 p.m.

Sunrise Paint & Hike
2025-10-09 06:30 - 08:30
Hosted by: Colorado National Monument Association
6:30 a.m. – 8:30 a.m.
Serpents Trail

Collegiate Mountain Bike Nationals
2025-10-10 04:00 - 11:00
Hosted by: Grand Junction Sports Commission
Time: 4:00 a.m. – 11:00 a.m.

Volunteer Event with City of GJ
2025-10-10 09:00 - 11:00
Hosted by: RiversEdge West
Time: 9:00 a.m. – 11:00 a.m

The Hotdogger
2025-10-11 07:00 - 19:00
Hosted by: COPMOBA
Time: 7:00 a.m. – 7:00 p.m.
Location: North Fruita Desert (18 Road)

Film Festival Fundraiser
2025-10-16 17:00 - 18:00
Hosted by: Girls on the Run
Time: 5:00 p.m.
Location: Aesthetic Collective

A MTB Film Festival
2025-10-16 19:00 - 21:00
Time: 7 p.m. – 8:30 p.m.
Location: Avalon Theatre

GVT Dig Day
2025-10-18 09:00 - 13:00
Hosted by: COPMOBA
9 a,m. – 1 p.m.
Location TBD

Catalpa Camp-Out Fundraiser
2025-10-18 09:00 - 2025-10-19 15:00
Hosted by: Colorado Canyons Association
9 a.m. – 3 p.m.

Grip Bouldering Triple Crown
2025-10-19 14:00 - 17:00
Hosted by: Grip Bouldering
Time: 2 p.m . – 5 p.m.
Location: Grip Bouldering

Grand Valley Dirt Bike Rally
2025-10-24 - 2025-10-26
Hosted by: Grand Mesa Motorcycle Trailriding Association
Time:
Location: North Desert, Rabbit Valley & Bangs Canyon

McInnis Canyon’s 25th Anniversary & TrailBuild
2025-10-25 09:00 - 14:00
Hosted by: COPMOBA-GVT & BLM
Time: 9 a.m. – 2 p.m.
Location: Kokopelli Loops Main Lot

Boo Run benefiting GVORC
2025-10-25 10:00 - 13:00
Hosted by: Grand Valley Brew Runs & WestCo Brewing
Time: 10 a.m. – 1 p.m.
Location: WestCo Brewing / Las Colonias

Howl-O-Ween Dog 5K & 1 Mile Fun Run
2025-10-26 11:00 - 13:00
Hosted by: Grand Junction Sports Commission & Roice Hurst Humane Society
Time: 11 a.m. – 12:45 p.m.
Location: Las Colonias Park

Confluence Center Grand Opening
2025-11-05 11:00 - 13:00
Time: 11 a.m. – 1 p.m.
Location: Dos Rios Park

Common Waters
2025-11-06 19:30 - 21:00
Presented by: Rig to Flip
Time: 7:30 – 9:00 p.m.
Location: Mesa Theater

Dominguez-Escalante NCA Clean-Up
2025-11-07 12:00 - 14:00
Hosted by: CCA & WCCA
Time: 12 – 2 p.m.
Location: Cactus Park Staging Area

Run for Rivers
2025-11-08 10:00 - 12:00
Time: 10 a.m. – 12 p.m.
Location: Confluence Center / Dos Rios Park

Nordic-Only Ski Swap
2025-11-08 10:00 - 15:00
Hosted by: CMU Cross Country Ski Team
Time: 10 a.m – 3 p.m.
Location: Colorado Discover Ability

FREE Entrance Days at National Park Service Sites
2025-11-11

West Slope Outdoor Recreation Industry Summit & Celebration
2025-11-13 08:00 - 2025-11-14 21:30
Join us this November for a dynamic two-day celebration of the outdoor recreation industry on Colorado’s Western Slope.
This annual event brings together industry professionals, government leaders, non-profit partners, media, and the public to highlight the economic impact of outdoor recreation, exchange ideas, expand networks, and celebrate the achievements of our thriving community.
📍 November 13–14, 2025 | Two Can’t-Miss Events

West Slope Outdoor Recreation Industry Summit
Thursday, November 13 | 8:00 a.m. – 6:30 p.m.
CMU Ballroom
The premier gathering for those passionate about the power of outdoor recreation to shape economies, communities, and quality of life across the Western Slope.
This high-energy, one-day summit convenes a diverse range of voices—from industry leaders and government officials to local advocates and outdoor enthusiasts—for a day of insight, inspiration, and collaboration. Price of admission includes refreshments, pastries and a catered lunch.

GVORC Industry Celebration & Awards
Friday, November 14 | 5:30 p.m. – 9:00 p.m.
Orchard River View
A can’t-miss evening of connection, recognition, and celebration with the outdoor recreation world!
Get ready for an unforgettable night featuring:

A high-energy cover band
Classic Canadian Tuxedo theme (yes, denim-on-denim!)
Temptation stations & a decadent dessert bar
Cash bar to keep the vibes flowing (1 free drink coupon provided)
Industry Awards recognizing standout achievements
Silent auction supporting future OREC initiatives

More than just a party, this is where new partnerships are born, networks grow, and the impact of outdoor recreation is celebrated—loud and proud.

CMU Ski Swap
2025-11-16 14:00 - 19:00
Hosted by: CMU Outdoor Program
Time: 2 p.m. – 7 p.m.
Location: Mission Ballroom in University Center

Movember Run
2025-11-22 09:30 - 12:30
Hosted by: Grand Valley Brew Run
Time: 9:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m.
Location: Handlebar

GVT Chapter End of Year Party
2025-12-02 17:30 - 20:00
Hosted by: COPMOBA
Time: 5:30 – 8:00 p.m.
Location: TBD

Nordic Ski Wax Clinic
2025-12-03 18:00 - 20:00
Hosted by: The Gear Junction & Grand Mesa Nordic Council
Time: 6 – 8 p.m.
Location: 436 Main St. / GJ

Warren Miller’s “Snow-ciety”
2025-12-03 19:30 - 22:00
Time: 7:30 p.m. – 10 p.m.
Location: Avalon Theatre

Snorkeling OM
2026-01-06 18:00 - 2026-01-29 19:30
Presented by: Grand Junction Parks and Recreation
Time: 6:00 – 7:30 p.m.
Location: Orchard Mesa Community Pool

Learn to Ski on the Grand Mesa
2026-01-10 10:30 - 12:30
Presented by: Grand Mesa Nordic Council
Time: 10:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m.
Location: County Line Trailhead
