Open Space and Trails

Kristan Pritz
Director
One DesCombes Drive
Broomfield, CO 80020

303-438-6335
Fax 303-464-5808
kpritz@broomfield.org

MISSION STATEMENT: The mission of the Open Space and Trails Division is to acquire and manage open space and create a comprehensive trail system so that each citizen has the opportunity to experience the beauty of Broomfield’s natural environment and to walk or bike to a variety of destinations.

Open Space and Trails Advisory Committee (OSTAC)

The Open Space and Trails Advisory Committee is made up of seven citizen members at large (appointed by city council), one ex officio, non-voting council member, and one ex officio alternate. The OSTAC advises the city council on amendments to the open space element of the master plan. The committee is charged with the responsibility of making recommendations to the city council regarding:

the acquisition of open space parcels;
the location, type and timing of trail segments and crossings, and;
the long-range plan for open space use and management.

The next meeting of the OSTAC is scheduled for Thursday, Sept. 23, 2010 at 6 p.m. The meeting will be in the Zang Spur Room, located on the lower level of the City & County Building at 1 DesCombes Drive.

It's Pup Season for Coyotes! Be Aware!

Coyotes are now raising their pups and can be Coyote more territorial as they guard their mates, dens, pups, and food sources. As the days become longer and people and their pets spend more time outdoors, the possibility of a coyote interaction increases. Find out how you can be safe and also enjoy seeing coyotes in the community.

Learn more about coyotes.

Open Space Events Coming Up in the Fall

These two events are sponsored by the City and County of Broomfield and the Broomfield Open Space Foundation. Both events are FREE! Mark your calendars and plan to attend!

The Birds of Prey Foundation, a Broomfield non-profit organization, will provide an informal, educational program on Saturday, September 25, from 2 to 3 p.m. Participants will have the opportunity to view the birds close up.

At the Broomfield Auditorium, on Monday, October 4, from 6:30 to 8 p.m., Camilla Fox, Executive Director and Founder of Project Coyote, will do a presentation entitled, "Coyotes in our Midst - Learning to Live with America's Wild "Song Dog" and screen the "American Coyote - Still Wild at Heart" film.

See more details about these events.

Coexistence with Wildlife Policy

The Open Space and Trails Advisory Committee (OSTAC), Parks and Recreation Advisory Committee (PRAC), and Colorado Division of Wildlife (CDOW) helped staff develop a Coexistence with Wildlife Policy. The City Council reviewed the policy during a study session on April 20, 2010. There was a public open house on May 26, and additional comments were solicited from attendees. Citizens were encouraged to send comments online until May 31, as well.

OSTAC and PRAC discussed the Policy at the joint meeting of the committees on July 22 and recommended that staff present the Policy to City Council for adoption.

The Policy was reviewed at the August 24 City Council meeting and approved, with some minor edits. The final Coexistence with Wildlife Policy is now available for viewing.

Broomfield Trail Adventure 2010!

The 9th annual Broomfield Trail Adventure took place on Saturday, June 5. Trail in Anthem area The event was held in the Anthems Highland community in north Broomfield and highlighted the area's trail system. Around 400 people turned out to bike, walk, or run the various routes.

This year's event was again in conjunction with the Children's Wellness Day, featuring a variety of educational activities and displays for children and adults.

Thanks to all of the volunteers and businesses that made the event a successful one!

See more photos of the event!

Metzger Farm Open Space

The Metzger Farm Open Space Master Plan was approved by City Council on March 9, 2010. Find out more about the Master Plan.

Suggestions for Open Space and Trails

The Open Space and Trails Advisory Committee would like your comments on open space needs and strategies as well as any trail connects that are needed in the city. Please email your comments on trails and open space to openspace@broomfield.org

Volunteering for Open Space and Trails

Would you like to be a volunteer for the open space and trails program for the benefit of the community? Joining an Adopt-a-Trail or Adopt-an-Open Space Site is just one way your energy can help the community! Find out more!