Boulder County’s annual irrigation water delivery to 7th Generation Farm at Harney-Lastoka Open Space is underway. A water pump is transferring water from Hecla Lake to the farm. As a result, nearby community members may hear noise from the equipment while operations are in progress. To minimize disruption, pump hours are limited to 8 a.m. to 8 p.m..
A Few Important Things to Know:
Lake Levels: Once the water transfer is complete, Hecla Lake will likely be empty again because of current water restrictions. The City is not adding water to the lake. Boulder County is using Hecla Lake as part of the irrigation delivery system, allowing water to pass through on its way to the farm for agricultural use. During this process, the lake’s water level may rise, fall, or remain unchanged.
No Fishing: Please remember that Hecla Lake is not stocked with fish, and fishing remains strictly prohibited.
Drinking Water: These irrigation deliveries do not affect the City’s treated drinking water supply for residents, businesses, or municipal facilities.
Thank you for your patience while this temporary work is completed. We appreciate the community’s interest in Hecla Lake and will continue to share updates as conditions change.
World Ranger Day is July 31!
Every year on July 31, people around the world recognize World Ranger Day. It is a time to celebrate the important work they do to protect the land, wildlife, and heritage that connect our communities. As World Ranger Day marks its 20th year, we honor the courage and dedication of rangers working on the front lines in a rapidly changing world.
Here in Louisville, we are fortunate to have two dedicated Ranger Naturalists: Senior Ranger Naturalist White-Patarino and Ranger Naturalist Bailey. Every day, they go above and beyond to educate our community, protect local natural resources, and help people build meaningful connections with the natural world.
Upcoming Events
The following events are free. Registration is required.
Tuesday, August 4 @ 6 p.m. Spiders are found in great numbers all over the world, including in our houses! But why? Find out during this special program presented by the Butterfly Pavilion.
Sunday, August 16 @ 8 a.m. Cottonwoods, ditches, and views of the mountains will be waiting for your brush and canvas at North Open Space! Please note: we are not providing any formal instruction, but this is a great way to meet other painters and share tips.
Save the Date! Wildlife Day Celebration
Wednesday, September 2 @ 4:30-6:30 p.m. Enjoy live raptors, games, hands-on activities, and educational displays while learning why local wildlife matters and how to protect its habitat. Stay tuned for more details.
We’re doing some cool things! Don’t miss out. Follow us on Instagram and Facebook to stay updated!
Shoutout to all the incredible volunteers who helped pull/dig up noxious weeds at Davison Mesa Open Space on July 11!
Our Parks team proudly spent countless hours preparing fields for the Louisville Slugger Independence Day Tournament.
Girl Scout Troop 77813 learned about trees and planted two at Sunflower Park as part of the Girl Scout Tree Promise.
Tree Trust’s Community Forestry Corps, through the PLAY Boulder Foundation, planted 24 new trees along Via Appia.
Bike to Work Day may be over, but the fun continues. Watch our video to experience what makes it so special.
Shoutout to all the incredible volunteers who helped pull/dig up noxious weeds at Aquarius Open Space on June 18!
Free Outdoor Mission for Kids and Families!
A self-guided outdoor adventure that turns a walk around Harper Lake into a learning experience.
From July 20 until August 31 families can explore Harper Lake with Kiki the Kestrel and complete Louisville’s new Fishing Mission through the free Agents of Discovery App. Follow the interactive map, complete challenges, and learn about the fish and natural environment around the lake.
The app uses augmented reality (AR) to turn outdoor spaces into hands-on learning adventures for kids and families. It is available in English and Spanish and includes accessibility features such as text-to-speech, color-blind support, and a neurodivergent-friendly design.
How to Participate
Download the free Agents of Discovery App.
Select Search Missions and search for Louisville, Colorado.
Download the mission before visiting Harper Lake.
Explore the area and complete each challenge.
Players can also try Louisville's Wayfinding Mission.
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