The Buzzy B's Ultimate Southern Colorado Summer Challenge ☀️🏔️

Make memories. Explore more. Fall in love with where you live.

Summer in Colorado isn't just another season... it's a chance to unplug, discover something new, and make memories your family will talk about long after school starts again.

Whether you're chasing a sunrise on Pikes Peak, cooling off at a splash pad, exploring a cave, feeding a giraffe, or simply enjoying ice cream on a warm evening, every adventure becomes another page in your family's story.

At The Buzzy B, we believe the best memories don't have to be expensive. Some of the most unforgettable moments are found on a hiking trail, at a free concert in the park, wandering a local farmers market, or watching a Colorado sunset with the people you love most.

That's why we created 30 Buzz-Worthy Summer Adventures... a fun challenge designed to help families explore Southern Colorado one adventure at a time. Some activities are iconic, others are hidden gems, and a few simply remind us to slow down and enjoy the little moments.

So grab your calendar, invite some friends, and see how many adventures your family can check off before summer ends!

🏔️ Mountain Moments

Breathe in the views.

• 🌅 Watch the sunrise from Pikes Peak

• 🚂 Ride the Pikes Peak Cog Railway

• 🥾 Hike a trail you've never explored before

• 💦 Visit a beautiful waterfall

• 📸 Find your favorite scenic overlook

🐝 Buzzy's Buzz: Pack breakfast and enjoy a mountaintop picnic after your adventure.

💦 Beat the Heat

Cool off and splash into summer.

• 💧 Spend the day at a splash pad

• 🏊 Go swimming

• 🚣 Try paddleboarding or kayaking

• 🌊 Float or tube a local river

• 💦 Have an epic backyard water balloon battle

🐝 Buzzy's Buzz: Keep towels, sunscreen, and a change of clothes in the car all summer long. You'll thank yourself later!

🦁 Wild Adventures

Get up close with amazing animals.

• 🦒 Feed a giraffe at Cheyenne Mountain Zoo

• 🐐 Visit a petting zoo

• 🐺 Learn about wolves and wildlife

• 🐴 Go horseback riding

• 🦋 Visit a butterfly house or nature center

🚀 Dream Big

Inspire curious minds.

• 🚀 Explore the Space Foundation Discovery Center

• 🌌 Watch a planetarium show

• 🏅 Visit the U.S. Olympic & Paralympic Museum

• ⛏️ Discover Colorado's mining history

• 🦖 Explore the May Natural History Museum

🐝 Buzzy's Buzz: Ask lots of questions. Every adventure is a chance to learn something new!

🍦 Treat Yourself

Summer tastes better together.

• 🍦 Try a brand-new ice cream shop

• 🥞 Eat breakfast on a patio

• 🧺 Pack a picnic

• 🌮 Visit a local food truck

• 🥕 Wander through a farmers market

🌙 Summer Nights

Stay up. Slow down. Soak it all in.

• 🎬 Watch an outdoor movie

• 🎶 Dance at a free concert

• ✨ Go stargazing

• 🎆 Watch fireworks

• 🌅 Catch a breathtaking sunset

❤️ Do Something Kind

Small acts create big memories.

• 🍋 Buy lemonade from a neighborhood stand

• 📚 Donate books to a Little Free Library

• 💌 Write a thank-you note

• 🛍️ Support a locally owned business

• 😊 Make someone smile today

Because kindness is always in season.

🌻 Slow Summer

The moments you'll remember most.

• ⛺ Build a backyard fort

• 📖 Read a book outside

• ☁️ Watch the clouds drift by

• 🍉 Eat watermelon on the porch

• 🌠 Stay up late to watch the stars

Sometimes the best adventure is simply slowing down.

📸 Buzzy's Selfie Scavenger Hunt

Can you snap a picture...

📷 With a giraffe?

📷 At a waterfall?

📷 Eating your favorite ice cream?

📷 Wearing matching sunglasses?

📷 On top of a mountain?

📷 In front of a colorful mural?

📷 At one of The Buzzy B's favorite local spots?

Don't forget to tag The Buzzy B so we can celebrate your adventures!

🐝 Buzzy's Local Secrets

💛 Visit Garden of the Gods during golden hour for cooler temperatures and incredible photos.

💛 Sunrise at Palmer Park is one of Colorado Springs' best-kept secrets.

💛 Pack extra snacks. Adventures always seem to make kids twice as hungry!

💛 Check attraction calendars before you go. Many offer special events and free admission days throughout the summer.

🎯 Can Your Family Complete All 30?

Print this guide, hang it on the refrigerator, or save it on your phone and challenge your family to complete as many adventures as possible before Labor Day.

You don't have to spend a fortune to create an unforgettable summer.

Sometimes the greatest adventures are found close to home, in places you've driven past a hundred times, or in the simple decision to say, "Let's go!"

🌞 Make This Your Best Summer Yet!

When the backpacks come back out and the leaves begin to change, your kids won't remember how many hours they spent on screens. They'll remember the sunrise you watched together, the splash pad that soaked everyone, the ice cream that melted too fast, the laughter during an outdoor concert, and the spontaneous stop that turned into your favorite family memory.

That's what this challenge is all about.

Getting outside.

Supporting local.

Trying something new.

Laughing a little louder.

And making memories that last long after summer fades.

So go explore, take lots of pictures, discover a new favorite place, and don't forget to tag The Buzzy B along the way. We can't wait to see where your family's adventures take you!

Here's to sunshine, laughter, and a summer filled with buzz-worthy memories! ☀️🐝💛