Community Geology Hike

La Veta Mercantile

Experience the landscape through the eyes of a geologist on a guided hike led by renowned educators Lon Abbott and Sabrina Kainz. Along the trail, you'll discover the powerful forces that created the dramatic ridges, mountains, and rock formations surrounding us—and learn to read the stories written in the stone beneath your feet. Bonus! Every […]

Free

Cuchara Farmers Market

Cuchara Farmers Market
Cuchara Mountain Mercantile 946 Panadero Ave, La Veta

The Cuchara Farmers Market returns every Friday at the Cuchara Mountain Mercantile at the base of the mountain. Browse fresh local produce, baked goods, and handmade crafts from regional vendors while soaking up the mountain vibes. Open Fridays, 4:00 PM to 6:00 PM, summer season. The perfect kickoff to a weekend in the Spanish Peaks.

Hiking Through Time: Community Talk

La Veta Mercantile

Have you ever wondered how our spectacular mountain landscapes came to be? Don't miss this engaging evening presentation. Lon Abbott, Teaching Professor of Distinction in Geological Sciences at the University of Colorado Boulder, and Sabrina Kainz of the University of Washington will share the science—and the stories—behind three of southern Colorado's most iconic landscapes: Greenhorn […]

Free