Military Veterans Programs
Military veterans are welcome at all NSCD programs. Below are programs specifically designed for veterans or programs that have special pricing for veterans. Participants must be independent and manage self-care or bring a care-giver to provide assistance.
Veterans Appreciation Day
Veterans Family Lake Day Fun
Ski and Snowboard Programs
River Raft Trips
Rock Climbing
Shooting Sports: Archery and Air Gun with Precision Air Riffle
Therapeutic Horseback Riding
Water Sports: Canoe, Kayak and SUP
Veterans Appreciation Day
Join fellow Veterans every Friday for a day of outdoor adventure and recreation. Adventures include kayak, paddle board, target archery, disc golf and fishing.
Veterans must register in advance to participate. Please call 970-726-1518 if you need assistance with registering.
| Activity | Program Days | Times | Location | Dates and Registration |
| Air Gun with Precision Air Riffle | Coming soon! | Coming soon! | Denver | Register Here |
| Fly Tying | Coming soon! | Coming soon! | Denver | Register Here |
| Rock Climbing | July 20th and Wednesdays in August | 10:00 A.M. – 12 P.M. | Lakewood | Register Here |
| Archery | Wednesdays in May and July 13th | 10 A.M. – 12 P.M. & 12:30 PM – 2:30 P.M. 10:00 A.M. – 12:30 P.M. |
Denver Brighton |
Register Here |
| Disc Golf | Every other Wednesday | 10:00 A.M. – 12:30 P.M. | Greenwood Village | Register Here |
| Fishing | Every other Wednesday | 1:00 P.M. – 3:30 P.M. | Aurora | Register Here |
| Lake Day Activities | Wednesdays in June, July 6th and 24th | 1:00 P.M. – 3:30 P.M. | Brighton | Register Here |
Price: Free to military veterans with a disability. Personal Care Providers are $25 per person. Call 970-726-1518 to receive the 100% discount code before booking online.
Ages: 18 & up
* Individuals are responsible for their own park entry fees, Disabled Veteran license plates allow free entry into state parks.
**Individuals are responsible for their own fishing license and bring the license with them to participate.
Veterans Family Lake Day Fun
Join us for a Lake Day adventure in the Denver Metro Area. Enjoy the sun on your face, smell of burgers on the grill, and relax on a paddleboard in the middle of the lake. NSCD will provide kayaks, canoes, and stand up paddle boards. Join our Veterans Lake Day adventure!
Location: Bear Creek Lake Park (15600 W Morrison Rd, Morrison, CO 80465) (Each vehicle is responsible for the park entrance fee)
Dates: Saturday, August 28th | 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM
Price: Family members are $25 per person; family members must register seperately from the Veteran
Call for 100% discount code for Veterans: 970-726-1518
Military ID required at check in.
Ages: 5 & up
Ski and Snowboard Programs for Military Veterans
This activity is for military veterans of any age who have a disability and want to learn or improve ski or snowboard skills.
Dates: Daily during the 2021-2022 Winter Park Resort Season
Location: Winter Park Resort, CO
Price: First lesson is free, subsequent lessons are 50% off published season pricing. Scholarships are available. Call 970-726-1518 to receive the discount code before booking online.
Includes: One all-day alpine ski or snowboard lesson, lift ticket and equipment
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