Fort Collins Museum of Discovery
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This hands-on museum is a hit with patrons, especially those with children. Since 2012, the Fort Collins Museum of Discovery has engaged and educated visitors by creating thoughtful exhibits that detail a variety of scientific, natural and artsy topics. You'll have the chance to learn all about our solar system and the universe, experiment with different musical instruments and follow the development of Fort Collins from its official founding in the late 1800s to today. There's also the on-site OtterBox Digital Dome Theater that has a 39-foot domed screen. It not only shows films, but also hosts lectures and live performances.
Previous museumgoers called the facility a wonderful place to spend the day with children of all ages. They also appreciated the fact that the museum had some live animals for patrons to learn about, too.
The Fort Collins Museum of Discovery is open from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Tuesday through Sunday. Admission costs $12.50 for adults and $9.50 for students (with ID), kids and seniors. Children younger than 2 enter for free. Presentations in the theater cost an extra fee. On-site, you'll also find a gift shop and a cafe. The museum is located just east of the Lee Martinez Community Park. Parking is free. Visit its website for more information.
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Originally developed in the 1930s to provide area farmers with a steady supply of water for their crops, Horsetooth Reservoir is now a one-stop shop for outdoor activities. Here, visitors can hike, bike and horseback ride around the 6 ½-mile reservoir, which sits at an elevation of 5,420 feet. Alternatively, they can make a splash in the water itself by kayaking, swimming or stand-up paddleboarding. Travelers also have the option to camp on-site in tents or cabins.
Past visitors enjoyed their time at the reservoir, saying the trails and water activities are great fun. They also praised the scenery and the views of the reservoir's namesake, Horsetooth Rock.
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