Mon, 20 Apr 2009 08:17:11 -0600 City of Colorado Springs http://www.springsgov.com/Page.asp?NavID=987 Podcast Maker v1.3.8b - http://www.lemonzdream.com/podcastmaker The perfect companion for a day in the park Garden of the Gods Park is the crown jewel of the Colorado Springs park system. There is no more awe inspiring city park in the country. But Garden of the Gods is much more than a pretty place to picnic. It is a cross section of natural and human history. Whether you're a long time local or a distant visitor this walking tour podcast has something for everyone. It's the perfect companion for a day in the park, and will lend you entertaining insights into the park's history, trails, wildlife and conservation. en 2009 City of Colorado Springs Department of Public Communication, City of Colorado Springs askcity@springsgov.com http://www.springsgov.com/podcasts/gogtour/gogpodcastart_144.jpg http://www.springsgov.com/Page.asp?NavID=987 144 144 Outdoor Places & Travel History city of colorado springs, garden of the gods, parks, walking tours no City of Colorado Springs Garden of the Gods is one of the most amazing parks in the country. It's drawn visitors from every corner of the world, and now it welcomes you! http://www.springsgov.com/podcasts/gogtour/No.1_GOG%20Walking%20Tour_Welcome%20Intro.mp3 Fri, 17 Apr 2009 10:30:01 -0600 Outdoor no 00:02:26 city of colorado springs, garden of the gods, parks, walking tours City of Colorado Springs Garden of the Gods has stood for millions of years, but the ecology and geology of the garden is actually quite fragile. We need your help to preserve this special place for generations to come. http://www.springsgov.com/podcasts/gogtour/No.2_GOG%20Walking%20Tour_Protecting.mp3 Fri, 17 Apr 2009 10:27:51 -0600 Outdoor no 00:02:11 city of colorado springs, garden of the gods, parks, walking tours City of Colorado Springs There's miles of trails in the garden offering everything from a strenuous hike to a casual stroll. http://www.springsgov.com/podcasts/gogtour/No.3_GOG%20Walking%20Tour_Trail.mp3 Fri, 17 Apr 2009 10:26:16 -0600 Outdoor no 00:01:28 city of colorado springs, garden of the gods, parks, walking tours City of Colorado Springs The red rock formations are the most striking aspect of Garden of the Gods. But how did they get there? http://www.springsgov.com/podcasts/gogtour/No.4_GOG%20Walking%20Tour_geology.mp3 Fri, 17 Apr 2009 10:24:41 -0600 Outdoor no 00:02:15 city of colorado springs, garden of the gods, parks, walking tours City of Colorado Springs Long before humans Dinosaurs roamed the red rocks of Garden of the Gods. In fact, the garden it's very own dinosaur named after it! http://www.springsgov.com/podcasts/gogtour/No.5_GOG%20Walking%20Tour_dinosaurs.mp3 Fri, 17 Apr 2009 10:22:47 -0600 Outdoor no 00:01:59 city of colorado springs, garden of the gods, parks, walking tours City of Colorado Springs Several centuries of human history are evidenced in the garden. And at Rock Ledge Ranch near the entrance to the park you can interact with people from the last two centuries! http://www.springsgov.com/podcasts/gogtour/No.6_GOG%20Walking%20Tour_human%20history.mp3 Fri, 17 Apr 2009 10:16:17 -0600 Outdoor no 00:04:19 city of colorado springs, garden of the gods, parks, walking tours City of Colorado Springs Many people wonder where the name for Garden of the Gods came from. Here's the story. http://www.springsgov.com/podcasts/gogtour/No.7_GOG%20Walking%20Tour_naming.mp3 Fri, 17 Apr 2009 10:14:55 -0600 Outdoor no 00:00:42 city of colorado springs, garden of the gods, parks, walking tours City of Colorado Springs Many people are surprised to find out that Garden of the Gods is a City park and not a national park. http://www.springsgov.com/podcasts/gogtour/No.8_GOG%20Walking%20Tour_a%20city%20park.mp3 Thu, 16 Apr 2009 13:14:39 -0600 Outdoor no 00:02:30 city of colorado springs, garden of the gods, parks, walking tours City of Colorado Springs The history of Garden of the Gods is linked with Pikes Peak, the majestic mountain that presides over the garden. http://www.springsgov.com/podcasts/gogtour/No.9_GOG%20Walking%20Tour_pikes%20peak.mp3 Thu, 16 Apr 2009 13:09:03 -0600 Outdoor no 00:01:28 city of colorado springs, garden of the gods, parks, walking tours City of Colorado Springs Birds, bats, deer, big horn sheep and mountain lions. Garden of the Gods is home to many animals. http://www.springsgov.com/podcasts/gogtour/No.10_GOG%20Walking%20Tour_wildlife.mp3 Thu, 16 Apr 2009 13:07:24 -0600 Outdoor no 00:03:59 city of colorado springs, garden of the gods, parks, walking tours City of Colorado Springs This tour is just the beginning. Be sure to visit the Garden of the Gods Visitors Center to learn more about all that the Garden of the Gods has to offer. http://www.springsgov.com/podcasts/gogtour/No.11_GOG%20Walking%20Tour_more%20to%20see.mp3 Thu, 16 Apr 2009 13:05:23 -0600 Outdoor no 00:01:21 city of colorado springs, garden of the gods, parks, walking tours City of Colorado Springs Be sure to print out this map before you go so that you can find your way around. This map is also available at the Garden of the Gods Visitors Center http://www.springsgov.com/podcasts/gogtour/garden_map.pdf Thu, 16 Apr 2009 13:02:57 -0600 Outdoor no 00:00:00 city of colorado springs, garden of the gods, parks, walking tours