Lincoln Park Pool and Waterslide

   Lincoln Park Pool is a 50 meter outdoor pool which includes the largest water slide in Grand Junction. This pool also has a 1 meter and 3 meter high diving boards and a separate shallow area for younger kids. There is also a large grass area great for other activities and it offers shade. If that's not enough, you can find a concession area where you can get snacks and drinks. The hours are Mon. - Fri. 7 a.m. - 4 p.m. Saturday 9 a.m. - 3 p.m. Closed Sunday. With its reasonable prices, this makes Lincoln Park Pool a fantastic place to go this summer!
http://www.yellowpages.com/grand-junction-co/mip/lincoln-park-moyer-swimming-463508664

Mother's Day

   With Mother's Day right around the corner the hustle and bustle begins from planning and gift finding. If you are looking for an event there is the Mother's Day pancake breakfast at the Mesa County Fair Grounds and begins at 7:00 A.M. Also there is a Mom's Day 5K Run/Walk. This allows you to honor Mom's on this special day by spending quality time on a beautiful scenic route while giving back to local charities. Overall this day is to show appreciation to the mothers who love and care for us.
http://www.grandjunction.biz/event_details/Moms_Day_5K_RunWalk/201535.html

The Grand Mesa

 

   Western Colorado has so much to offer in outdoor activities. One of these is the Grand Mesa, which is astonishingly the world's largest flat topped mountain. Only being a short drive away from Grand Junction makes this a great place to visit. This world record holding mountain has over 300 lakes which constitutes great fishing opportunities. There are many hiking and walking trails here which range from easy to some extreme hiking. It is also a very scenic place to relax and have a picnic. Look for stunning wildflowers in the summer and brilliantly colored Aspen trees in the fall. The Grand Mesa can certainly be considered a gem of Western Colorado and is highly recommended to visit.
www.colorado.com/articles/colorado-scenic-byway-grand-mesa

The Colorado River

  The Colorado River runs right through Grand Junction and it offers a wide variety of activities. Interestingly enough, the name "Grand" refers to the historical upper Colorado River until renamed in 1921, and the word "Junction" is from the joining of the Colorado and Gunnison rivers; hence the name Grand Junction.
   Rafting is a very popular activity that the river offers. Small rapids and relatively calm water make this a great family affair. If you prefer to stay out of the water there is a outstanding river trail that takes you along the river. This is very popular among bikers and joggers because of the great beauty of nature and many enjoy strolling along the side of the river. It takes you through beautiful cottonwood forests where you will usually here the melody of local birds chirping away. The Colorado River definitely offer many fun and exciting things to do this upcoming summer.
http://riverfrontproject.org/
www.westernriver.com/trips/coloradoriver
     

Palisade Wineries

  Not only does Palisade possess gorgeous landscapes that Colorado offers but it also holds a secret gem - Colorado wine! Located in the Grand Valley, this delightful town iss just right outside of Grand Junction. Known for its outstanding Colorado wineries, this small town possesses two-thirds of Colorado vineyard acreage and more than one-quarter of Colorado wineries. The climate here seems to be perfect for growing grapes which are them harvested to produce award-winning wines. There are many wineries here that offer tours and tastings which could make for a fun day out. Whether you are a wine fanatic or just want to see the beauty these vineyard retain this would be the place for you.

www.palisadetourism.com/colorado-wineries-spirits.php

Downtown Grand Junction

   Nestled in the heart of the Grand Valley, and home to dozens of delightful shops, music venues, restaurants, galleries and area services, is Downtown Grand Junction. As you walk along the streets you'll probably notice fun sculptures, historical buildings, bright flowers and plants. They have everything from fancy upscale restaurants to quaint shops where you can find unique gifts or trinkets. If you are looking for some musical entertainment the Avalon Theatre is located near by and is one of Colorado's largest performing art halls.  World-renowned artists such as Al Jolson, John Philip Sousa, Ethel Barrymore, Collective Soul, Lyle Lovett, John Prine and Pat Benatar have graced its stage. With an abundance of things to offer this makes downtown Grand Junction a great place to visit.

www.downtowngj.org/

Colorado Mesa University

    Just recently upgraded to a university in 2011, this  makes Colorado Mesa University a great place to look into. Founded in 1925, Colorado Mesa University is a comprehensive regional public higher education institution offering liberal arts, professional, and technical programs at the master's, bachelor's, associate, and certificate levels. The education here is considered some of the best in the state. Not only are they recognized for academic excellence but they compete well in athletics. The university currently competes in 22 varsity sports and offers students the opportunity to earn a degree while still competing. With the many electives and the diverse classes, this should make anyone consider Colorado Mesa University for receiving their higher education.