Photo above courtesy of Mike Thomas, Spotlight on the Lyons Monday, October 19, 2026 Doors Open at 6:30 pm Enjoy complimentary refreshments and browse our partner table. Program 7:00-8:30 pm Southridge Recreation Center 4800 McArthur Ranch Road, Highlands Ranch $5 Donation Suggested at Door for non-HRHS members Consider applying the Donation to Membership! Click HERE for more info. Registration Coming Soon One of the most beautiful places along the Front Range–Roxborough State Park Photo of lupine Courtesy of Tiffany Within this geologic beauty, is an abundance of plants, wildlife, dramatic red rock formations, and history. This PowerPoint program will cover the diversity and beauty of Roxborough State Park, the Persse Place that is on the National List of Historic Places, and both Sundance Ranch and the Silica Brick lime kiln that are on the Douglas County Historical Landmark list. Photo above courtesy of Roxborough Historical Society, view of Persse Ranch Also included will be the activities that are permitted, how to access the park, the visitor amenities to help in the enjoyment of your visit, and how to make the most of your visit. ABOUT OUR PRESENTER: MIKE THOMAS Mike Thomas retired in 2016 after 33 years in the field of Environmental, Health and Safety Consulting where he worked for clients, and internally, all over the world. In his spare time, he is an avid hiker and backpacker. He enjoys biking, fishing, gardening, and golfing. He has been in Colorado since 1984 and a volunteer at Roxborough State Park since 2015. Mike is involved in raptor monitoring, Leave No Trace, History, and the Colorado Natural Areas Program. He is the president of the Board for both the Friends of Roxborough State Park and the Roxborough Area Historical Society.
Educate the public about the rich history of Highlands Ranch and to instill pride in residents about their community’s historical significance
