Outdoors this weekend

8 a.m.

• Greeley Scavenger Hunt: Greeley's Pursuit for Perfection

  A scavenger hunt explores Greeley’s do-gooder roots and community spirit, with sights including the Union Colony Civic Center and Model Railroad Museum.

  ClassesMeeker's: A Colorado Kitchen & Bar, 7th Street, Greeley, CO, USA$14.99For familiesuntil 5 p.m.

10 a.m.

• Ranger Ready

  A park ranger or naturalist shares timely tips for making safe choices during a park visit.

  OutdoorsThis program meets in front of Beaver Meadows Visitor Center, Estes ParkFreeuntil 10:15 a.m.

11 a.m.

• High Country Tales

  A park ranger shares stories about how people and wildlife interact in the alpine environment.

  OutdoorsAlpine Visitor Center, Estes ParkFreeuntil 11:30 a.m.

1 p.m.

• A Matter of Balance Series - 60+ yrs.

  A series helps older adults reduce fear of falling, increase activity, and build strength and confidence through practical strategies.

  BooksLINC Library Innovation Center, GreeleyFreeFor adultsuntil 3 p.m.

5 p.m.

• Music at the Mothership

  A live music series features a curated lineup and free performances on an outdoor lawn.

  MusicNew Belgium Brewing Company, Inc., Fort CollinsFreeFor familiesuntil 7 p.m.

8 a.m.

• Greeley Farmers' Market

  A farmers’ market features local food, flowers, handmade goods and more in a family-friendly setting.

  OutdoorsLincoln Park, GreeleyFreeFor familiesuntil noon

• Greeley Scavenger Hunt: Greeley's Pursuit for Perfection

  A scavenger hunt explores Greeley’s do-gooder roots and community spirit, with sights including the Union Colony Civic Center and Model Railroad Museum.

  ClassesMeeker's: A Colorado Kitchen & Bar, 7th Street, Greeley, CO, USA$14.99For familiesuntil 5 p.m.

9 a.m.

• Larimer County Farmers' Market

  A farmers’ market anniversary celebration highlights local farmers and fresh Colorado-grown food, with special events planned.

  MusicOld Town Fort CollinsFreeFor familiesuntil 1 p.m.

• Signature Fly Fishing School

  A beginner fly-fishing course covers trout behavior, gear, fly selection and knots, with classroom instruction and hands-on practice on the water.

  ClassesSt. Peter's Fly Shop - South, Fort Collins$175until 5 p.m.

10 a.m.

• Stove Prairie Fall Festival

  A mountain community festival features local crafts and food vendors, a school bake sale and activities for all ages, supporting Stove Prairie School.

  MusicStove Prairie Elementary, BellvueFreeFor familiesuntil 3 p.m.

• Ranger Ready

  A park ranger or naturalist shares timely tips for making safe choices during a park visit.

  OutdoorsThis program meets in front of Beaver Meadows Visitor Center, Estes ParkFreeuntil 10:15 a.m.

11 a.m.

• MCHC After Party benefiting The Cultural Enrichment Center of Fort Collins

  A benefit party for Fort Collins’ Cultural Enrichment Center features a lineup of performers and a DJ.

  MusicMusic City Hot Chicken - North, Fort CollinsFree

noon

• Football Game Day: Smith Alumni Center & Ram Walk Tailgate

  Game-day gatherings feature live music, football broadcasts, food trucks, a team-and-band Ram Walk and a parade.

  Food & drinkSmith Alumni Center (northeast corner of Canvas Stadium)Ram Walk Tailgate (Intramural Field 2, along Meridian Ave)Fort Collins, COFreeFor familiesuntil 3:30 p.m.

2 p.m.

• Riverside Fall Festival ft. Lid Dixon AT RIVERSIDE COLORADO

  A fall festival features pumpkin painting, seasonal drinks, a scavenger hunt, live music by Lid Dixon, a community bake-off, ghost stories and an outdoor Beetlejuice screening.

  MusicRiverside Colorado, BellvueGA - $13For familiesuntil 8 p.m.

3 p.m.

• High Country Tales

  A park ranger shares stories about how people and wildlife interact in the alpine environment.

  OutdoorsAlpine Visitor Center, Estes ParkFreeuntil 3:30 p.m.

6 p.m.

• Live Music

  Local artists perform live music.

  MusicGilded Goat Brewing, Fort CollinsFreeuntil 8 p.m.

8 a.m.

• Greeley Scavenger Hunt: Greeley's Pursuit for Perfection

  A scavenger hunt explores Greeley’s do-gooder roots and community spirit, with sights including the Union Colony Civic Center and Model Railroad Museum.

  ClassesMeeker's: A Colorado Kitchen & Bar, 7th Street, Greeley, CO, USA$14.99For familiesuntil 5 p.m.

10 a.m.

• Ranger Ready

  A park ranger or naturalist shares timely tips for making safe choices during a park visit.

  OutdoorsThis program meets in front of Beaver Meadows Visitor Center, Estes ParkFreeuntil 10:15 a.m.

noon

• Intro to Fly Fishing Class

  A beginner class covers fly-fishing gear, fly selection, knots, rigging and basic casting, with equipment provided.

  ClassesSt. Peter's Fly Shop - South, Fort Collins$125until 4 p.m.

1 p.m.

• Peas and Thank You: Free Produce and Vegetable Garden Share

  People can share homegrown fruits and vegetables or pick up free food, while Master Gardeners answer gardening questions.

  Food & drinkHarmony Library, Fort CollinsFreeFor families and adultsuntil 3 p.m.

3 p.m.

• High Country Tales

  A park ranger shares stories about how people and wildlife interact in the alpine environment.

  OutdoorsAlpine Visitor Center, Estes ParkFreeuntil 3:30 p.m.