Trek the Thompson

07/18/2025

📸 Check out some of our favorite moments from this year’s Trek the Thompson! 🌊🌿

A huge thank you to everyone who came out to explore the Big Thompson River and watershed with us this past Sunday—we had an incredible event with approximately 400 trekkers joining us for guided river adventures, interactive education stations, and plenty of hands-on learning.

We also gave away $1,100 in market bucks to attendees, which goes straight into the hands of local vendors at the market!

We’re so grateful to all our partners and station leads for sharing their time and knowledge, and to the City of Loveland Farmers Market for being such a fantastic event partner. We also want to give a big shout out to Northern Water and City of Loveland, who make the event possible with their sponsorships.

If you joined us this year, we’d love to know: What was your favorite part of Trek the Thompson? Drop a comment below! ⬇️

07/11/2025

Trek the Thompson 2025! is just two days away—this Sunday, July 13 from 9 AM–1 PM at Fairgrounds Park, alongside the City of Loveland Farmers Market.

Come explore the Big Thompson River with interactive education stations, guided river treks, and local experts sharing everything from native plants and pollinators to wildfire recovery and water quality.

🎯 Spin the prize wheel, win market bucks, and learn simple ways to care for the watershed we all depend on.

It’s free, family-friendly, and full of opportunities to connect with your community and the river that runs through it.

📍 Just north of the market pavilions

More info: trekthethompson.org

Trek the Thompson Sunday, July 13th 9am-1pm At the Loveland Farmer's Market at Fairgrounds Park     Join us to celebrate the Big Thompson River Sunday, July 13th 9am-1pm Loveland Farmer's Market at Fairgrounds Park (700 S Railroad Ave, Loveland, CO) Stay tuned to learn about our free, interactive ...

07/08/2025

🎟️ Guided trek tickets for Trek the Thompson 2025! are almost gone!

Our birdwatching trek is SOLD OUT, but there are still a few spots left for:
🦟 Macroinvertebrate Collection (aka river bug hunting!)
🌊 River Systems Walk & Talk

These guided treks are free and great for all ages—don’t miss your chance to explore the Big Thompson up close!

📍Sunday, July 13 | 9 AM–1 PM
Fairgrounds Park + Loveland Farmers Market

Grab your free spot now: https://trek-the-thompson-guided-treks-2025.eventbrite.com

07/02/2025

🌊 Trek the Thompson 2025! is less than TWO WEEKS away! 🌿

Join us on Sunday, July 13th from 9 AM–1 PM at Fairgrounds Park and the City of Loveland Farmers Market for a free, family-friendly celebration of the Big Thompson River and watershed.

Hosted by the Big Thompson Watershed Coalition, Trek the Thompson features hands-on activities, opportunities to learn about local wildlife, native plants, and how our region recovers from challenges like wildfires and floods. Most importantly, visitors will discover simple ways to help care for the watershed and protect this vital natural resource.

🔎 Want a closer look at your local environment? Join one of our guided river treks, including birdwatching, macroinvertebrate collection, and a river systems walk—perfect for individuals and families alike!

🧑‍🤝‍🧑 You’ll also get to meet some of the amazing organizations working to protect the Big T, including:
Northern Water • City of Loveland - Parks & Recreation • Wildlands Restoration Volunteers • Rockymountainflycasters • Loveland Fire Rescue Authority • Colorado State Forest Service • Larimer Conservation District • and more!

🎟 Learn more and sign up for a guided trek at TrekTheThompson.org

Trek the Thompson Sunday, July 13th 9am-1pm At the Loveland Farmer's Market at Fairgrounds Park     Join us to celebrate the Big Thompson River Sunday, July 13th 9am-1pm Loveland Farmer's Market at Fairgrounds Park (700 S Railroad Ave, Loveland, CO) Check out all our Trek activities below and we c...

05/28/2025

🚶‍♀️🐦 Tickets are LIVE for Trek the Thompson’s 2025 Guided River Treks! 🎟️💧

Join us Sunday, July 13th from 9 AM–1 PM at the City of Loveland Farmers Market at Fairgrounds Park for a fun, free community event all about the Big Thompson River. And now you can reserve your spot on one of our three expert-led treks:

🌿 Birdwatching Trek – Catch the morning chorus with a local birding expert
🦟 Macroinvertebrate Collection – Explore river bugs and what they tell us about water quality
🌊 River Systems Walk – Learn how our watershed works and why it matters

Spots are limited, so grab your free tickets today on Eventbrite:
👉 https://www.eventbrite.com/e/trek-the-thompson-2025-guided-river-treks-tickets-1384316500919?aff=oddtdtcreator

We're offering guided treks at this year's Trek the Thompson. Register for bird watching, macroinvert collection, or a river systems trek!

04/11/2025

🌿 Save the Date for Trek the Thompson 2025! 🗓️

Trek the Thompson is back for its fifth year—now at the Loveland Farmers Market! Join us Sunday, July 13th from 9am-1pm for a fun, free community event that celebrates the Big Thompson River through guided treks, interactive education stations, and some fun giveaways.

🐛 Explore the Big T up close—learn about the Big Thompson River system, collect aquatic bugs, go birding, and discover how we all play a role in protecting our watershed. Whether you’re a nature lover or just looking for a great family outing, there’s something for everyone—kids, dogs, and friends are all welcome!

📍 Location: Loveland Farmers Market at Fairgrounds Park
📅 Date: Sunday, July 13th | ⏰ 9 AM–1 PM

Trek the Thompson Sunday, July 13th 9am-1pm At the Loveland Farmer's Market at Fairgrounds Park     Join us to celebrate the Big Thompson River Sunday, July 13th 9am-1pm Loveland Farmer's Market at Fairgrounds Park (700 S Railroad Ave, Loveland, CO) Stay tuned to learn about our free, interactive ...

09/12/2024

🌊 A huge THANK YOU to everyone who made Trek the Thompson 2024 a success! 🌿

We had an incredible time celebrating the Big Thompson River with our community – it was a day filled with fun, learning, and connection!

A special thank you to all the amazing community members who joined us, our many partners who shared their knowledge, our generous sponsors who helped make the event possible, and the prize donors who made the raffle a success! We couldn’t have done it without you! 🙌

We can’t wait to see you all next year! 🏞️

09/06/2024

🎉 Don’t miss the Trek the Thompson prize raffle! 🎉

We've got a great lineup of raffle prizes that are sure to have something for everyone! From local goodies to gift cards to bike tune ups, you won’t want to miss your chance to win. 🙌

Join us tomorrow, September 7th, at Fairgrounds Park in Loveland, CO, for a day of learning, fun, and a chance to take home these fantastic prizes—all for FREE! 🌊🏞️

09/05/2024

🌿 There is so much to discover at Trek the Thompson 2024! 🐟

Get ready for a day full of hands-on learning and fun! This year’s Trek the Thompson features 10 interactive stations led by local organizations who will share their knowledge about everything from aquatic life and native plants to water quality and wildfire impacts. 🔥🌊

👣 Come meet our partners, explore live demonstrations, create native plant art, and learn how to stay safe in emergencies. Whether you're interested in fly casting, understanding our water systems, or discovering Colorado’s wildlife, there’s something for everyone!

📅 See you on Saturday, September 7th, from 9 AM to 1 PM at Fairgrounds Park in Loveland, CO!

09/04/2024

🎨 Exciting News for Trek the Thompson 2024! 🎨

We are thrilled to welcome the Plein Air Artists Colorado-PAAC to this year's Trek the Thompson! 🌿🏞️ Throughout the day, you’ll have the opportunity to watch talented regional artists as they create landscape paintings of the Big Thompson River, Fairgrounds Park, and the nearby ponds—all in real-time! 🖌️

And that’s not all! Some of these artists will be generously donating their paintings to be included in our free prize raffle, giving you a chance to take home a one-of-a-kind piece of art. 🖼️

Check out the Plein Air Artists of Colorado to learn more about this talented group: https://www.pleinairartistscolorado.com/

📅 Save the Date: Saturday, September 7th, from 9 AM to 1 PM at Fairgrounds Park in Loveland, CO!