If you are a new member, old member, or even a non-member, find out how you can get the most out of a Chamber membership. You are invited to attend one of our quarterly orientations held at the Chamber office. Find out about our programs that cultivate business development, professional excellence, and strategic alliances. We walk you through all the basics, give you an opportunity to meet Chamber members, and provide you with lunch.
You will learn about:
- Events
- Committees
- The Board
- Ambassadors
- How and when to engage with fellow members
Each quarter, we need a sponsor to provide lunch. Sponsors get microphone time at the orientation and mentioned in all promotions of the event. If you are interested, contact Julie at 719-481-3282 or julie@trilakeschamber.com.
Join Us for Breakfast
Kim Stewart of Athena Coaching and Consulting will be our speaker.
This networking opportunity allows members to get to know each other
at a deeper level. They develop trust and knowledge about
each other's businesses that lead to referrals.
It's like having 50 salespeople for your business!
Click below to register!
15th Annual Break-A-Thon
When: Saturday, March 5th, 2022
Where: Soccer Haus
Since 2006, U.S. Taekwondo Center students have used their Taekwondo skills to give back to the community by raising funds for local nonprofits! For 2022, our goal is to raise $25,000 through board breaking, corporate sponsorships, a mystery wine pull, and silent auction! All proceeds from Break-A-Thon will benefit Angels of America’s Fallen.
At the 15th Annual Break-A-Thon, our goal is to raise $25,000! In order for our students to raise the most amount of money they can for Angels, we set up a website at www.ustcbreakathon.com, where you can help raise funds. You can create your own donation page and ask family, friends, schools or local businesses to donate directly to your page so the donation will be made under your name!
Shinrinyoku and awaken your senses with a slow, mindful walk through the woods and
a beautiful tea ceremony.
More info at: www.listeningpines.com
Prepaid registration required.
$30 per person/$20 per member
Saturdays 1:00-3:30 PM
March 5 & 19, April 2 & 30, May 28
Pre-registration required at www.elpasocountynaturecenters.com or call 719-520-6387.
Saturday, March 5, 5:30 - 10:00 p.m.
SWINK Hall
Our youth agricultural program is growing and facility upgrades are needed to help house and showcase one of the most important and influential programs for El Paso County Youth. The Boots in the Park fundraiser event will be an evening for community and celebration with the goal to raise funds for the new small animal barn build. The evening will include a catered dinner by the Picnic Basket, silent auction presented by Mountain View Electric Association, Inc., and live music by Mitch Carter.
$35 per plate/$250 per table of 8
Pre-register at www.elpasocountyfair.com or call 719-520-7880.
With more families schooling from home this year than ever before, this is a great chance to bring your student in to have a hands on and engaging environmental experience in nature!
Prepaid registration required. $4 per person. Pre-register at www.elpasocountynaturecenters.com or call 719-520-6387.
Discover Bear Creek
Tuesday, March 8, 1:00 - 2:30 p.m.
A puppet show and discovery hike give children the opportunity to learn about and fine-tune their senses. Geared towards Pre-K and Kindergarten.
Foothills Habitats
Tuesday, March 15, 1:00 - 3:00 p.m.
A puppet show followed by a discovery hike through 3 habitats,
observing, comparing and contrasting each.
Geared towards Grades 1-2.
Colorado Wildlife Detectives
Tuesday, April 12, 1:00 - 3:00 p.m.
Students play detective in a “who-dunnit?” scenario, and hone their
detective skills on a hike through different habitats, searching for signs of
life and learning about food webs.
Geared towards grades 3-5. Children grades 3+ can be dropped off.
Incredible Insects
Tuesday, May 10, 1:00 - 3:00 p.m.
Puppet show, guided hike and catch/release of live insects provide
opportunities to learn about life cycles and importance of insects.
Geared towards grades 1-3.
Foothills Field Experience
Tuesday, May 24, 1:00 - 3:30 p.m.
Experience the foothills habitats and learn about the importance of CO
natural resources while rotating through four multi-disciplinary activities,
recording observations along the way.
Geared towards grades 5-8. Children (grades 5-8) can be dropped off.
Join us for our Quarterly Member Luncheon.
This is your opportunity to meet our newest members as well as catch up with those you may not have seen for a while.
And we will enjoy a great lunch!
$19 for Members
$24 for Non-Members
Free for one person from a new membership
You MUST RSVP in advance for this lunch.
Check-in starts at 11 a.m.
Lunch and program begin at 11:30.
Saturday, March 12, 10:00 - 12:00 p.m.
Taught by experienced gardeners from Bear Creek Garden Association. Topics include: starting vegetable plants indoors, best
vegetable varieties, organic pest control and fertilizers, plant protection, and square foot gardening.
For information about the community garden in Bear Creek Park, see: www.bearcreekgardens.org
$4 per person/$3 per member
Pre-registration required at www.elpasocountynaturecenters.com or call 719-520-6387.
These events are a perfect opportunity to meet face to face with other business professionals while enjoying great food and refreshments.
Thank you to our March sponsors: Carol Nolan, CPN & Associates and Victoria Wynn, Timberview Animal Hospital
FREE for Chamber Members
$10 for Partner Members
$15 for Non-Members
Please register ahead of time.
What a huge time saver, so you can get to the food, drink, and networking sooner!
$3 per person including siblings and adults.
Discover the world of nature with your 4 or 5 year old.
Pre-registration required at www.elpasocountynaturecenters.com or call 719-520-6387.
Green is Great!
Wed & Thurs, Mar 16 & 17
10:00 - 11:30 a.m. &
1:00 - 2:30 p.m. (Wed Only)
Bees A’Buzz!
Wed & Thurs, Apr 20 & 21
10:00 - 11:30 a.m. &
1:00 - 2:30 p.m. (Wed Only)
Bird Symphony
Wed & Thurs, May 18 & 19
10:00 - 11:30 a.m. &
1:00 - 2:30 p.m. (Wed Only)
Join Us for Breakfast
Charlie and Marissa Searle of Monumental Media, Searle Ranch, and other miscellaneous monkey business will be our speakers. They will discuss community outreach as a way of life.
This networking opportunity allows members to get to know each other at a deeper level. They develop trust and knowledge about
each other's businesses that lead to referrals. It's like having 50 salespeople for your business!
Click below to register!
On March 17 at the Monument Chamber of Commerce meeting room, 166 2nd St., The Historical Society will feature Tracy Beach presenting "The Night of a Thousand Heroes." Tracy's book of the same title tells the story of the 1921 Pueblo Flood that forever changed Pueblo and killed hundreds. She'll bring numerous artifacts to supplement her talk. Doors open at 6:30 for the 7:00 program. Light refreshments will be served after the program.
Friday, March 18, 5:30 - 9:00 p.m.
Caregivers, enjoy an evening to yourselves while your child spends an evening at Bear Creek. Full “Worm Moon” night hike, educational games, activities and a craft. Dinner included.
$20 per child/$15 per member child
Pre-registration required at www.elpasocountynaturecenters.com or call 719-520-6387.
Women’s Voices, Women’s Lives: Celebrating the 19th Amendment
Saturday, March 19, 10:00 - 11:30 a.m.
Join us for a history walk downtown led by COS Pioneer Museum staff. What did suffrage mean to the lives of women in the Pikes Peak Region? By examining the historic working-class neighborhood of south downtown, we will discover women’s stories of work, activism and philanthropy. Learn how the 19th Amendment paved the way for women to actively advocate for themselves, their families and their community.
$6 per person/$5 per member
Pre-registration required at www.elpasocountynaturecenters.com or call 719-520-6387.
Spring Break Camp: Colorado-Land
Monday-Friday, March 21-25, 9:00 - 3:00 p.m.
Sign up your child (1st - 5th grade) for spring break camp! From prairie to peak, our state is great! During this week of camp, we will immerse ourselves in state symbols, natural history highlights, and notable fun factoids about the Centennial State. Of course, the week will include ample time outdoors hiking, playing, and exploring in the Colorado sunshine!
$150 per child/$140 per member child
Register online at elpasoco.com/naturecenters or call Mary Jo Lewis at 719-520-6387
Pre-registration required at www.elpasocountynaturecenters.com or call 719-520-6387.
$3 per person including siblings and adults.
Discover the world of nature with your 2 or 3 year old. Pre-registration required at www.elpasocountynaturecenters.com or call 719-520-6387.
Snouts & Sniffers
Wed, Mar 30
10:00 - 11:15 a.m. & 1:00 - 2:15 p.m.
We’re Going on a Bear Hunt
Wed, Apr 27
10:00 - 11:15 a.m. & 1:00 - 2:15 p.m.
Are You My Mother? Animal Babies
Wed, May 25
10:00 - 11:15 a.m. & 1:00 - 2:15 p.m.