The Best Ways to Celebrate Family Fun Month in Colorado Springs

If you didn't already know, August is Family Fun Month. There are many ways to celebrate in Colorado Springs. From going to the zoo to spending time in the great outdoors, the possibilities are endless! The best team of real estate agents in Colorado Springs are here to help you figure out the best way to spend time with family this month:

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1. Cheyenne Mountain Zoo

Did you know that Colorado Springs is home to America's only mountain zoo?  The Cheyenne Mountain Zoo is located 6,800 feet about sea levels and offers breathtaking views of the city and of its 950 animals. There is so much for families to do at this zoo. View the animals, feed the giraffes, take a ride on the antique carousel, eat lunch a gourmet lunch at the Grizzly Grill or ride the Mountaineer Sky Ride.

2. Dinosaur Resource Center

Do you have a dino lover in the family? Then you need to take them to the Dinosaur Resource Center! Travel back in time and explore the 20,000 square foot museum of which 12,000 feet are dedicated to dinosaur displays. There are fossils from North America's Cretaceous Period featuring marine reptiles, pterosaurs and dinosaurs. The two best part of the museum are the play area and the hands-on educational activities - kids love it!

3. May Natural History Museum

Known as "the bug museum," this museum houses one of the world's most exceptional collections of insects and rare artifacts collected from exotic locations. Founder, James May, traveled the world finding over 100,000 fascinating insects. There is even a beetle located in the museum that is so big it "could knock a grown man to the ground!"

4. Garden of the Gods Visitor & Nature Center

Go back in time and learn how the Garden of the Gods' rocks got there in the new Geo-Trekker movie. After learning about the park's history, explore over 30 state-of-the-art, interactive exhibits. In addition, discover what local critters are roaming around the area.By the end of the day, you will be considered a Garden of the Gods expert! 

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5. Ghost Town Museum

The Ghost Town Museum brings to life the gold rush era of the Pikes Peak Region. The museum displays an Old Western town made from the very structures that were part of a once thriving mountainside community. Explore how life was in the 1800's by viewing turn-of-the-century artifacts. memorabilia and equipment. Print up a "wanted" poster, take aim in the shooting gallery or strike it rich while panning for real gold. 

Celebrate Family Fun Month in Colorado Springs!

There is so much that families can do in Colorado Springs. From interesting museums to gorgeous state parks, Colorado Springs is the perfect place to raise a family. If you are thinking of relocating to the area, call the best REALTORS in Colorado Springs. The Platinum Group, REALTORS will be happy to assist you in your search for the perfect place for your family. Give us a call today at 719-536-4444 or visit our website at www.PlatinumHomeSales.com. 

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