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Denver Broncos 2015 Training Camp Guide

UPDATE On Aug. 1: The Broncos have changed the start time of their training camp practices from 10 a.m. to 9:30 a.m.

ENGLEWOOD, Colo. (CBS4) - There is a lot of buzz surrounding this year's Denver Broncos 2015 training camp since it's the first time in two years fans can watch practices in person. There's also a new team store at Broncos Headquarters where fans can get all the latest gear.

Fans will be allowed to attend practices at the team's headquarters for the first time since 2013. Fans weren't able to attend practices last year because of renovations and additions to the Paul D. Bowlen Memorial Broncos Centre.

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The renovated Denver Broncos facility (credit: CBS)

There are also a lot of other activities to do near the team's Englewood facility for those who want to visit training camp but also spend time experiencing other things in the southwest Denver metro area.

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The 14 practices are free and open to the public beginning on Friday, July 31. Gates open approximately one hour before practice begins each day.

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The following is the open practice schedule for this year's training camp which runs from 9:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. each day.

7/31 - Friday
8/1 - Saturday
8/2 - Sunday
8/3 - Monday
8/4 - Tuesday
8/6 - Thursday
8/7 - Friday
8/8 - Saturday
8/9 - Sunday
8/11 - Tuesday
8/12 - Wednesday
8/17 - Monday
8/18 - Tuesday
8/20 - Thursday

Additional Information About Practices From The Denver Broncos

Admission: Practices are free and open to the public for viewing. Gates for public practices will open approximately one hour before the session begins.

Fan Parking: Parking is limited, and the team encourages fans to arrive early. Fans are encouraged to use public transportation or ride bicycles. The following parking notes were released by the team:

- Parking for fans is located adjacent to the indoor field house (west of the team's main facility) on a first-come, first-serve basis. The parking area is open at 6:30 a.m. on training camp open practice days.
- Fans should try and ... avoid parking on streets across from the team facility.
- Fans are not authorized to park in the public parking lots at the Arapahoe County Sheriff's Office and Coroner's Facility or the Arapahoe County Justice Center and Courthouse.
- On street parking in the area is extremely limited and vehicles parked illegally may be ticketed or towed. Parking in the parking lots of private businesses requires the express permission of the property owner. Vehicles parked on private property without authorization may be towed by the property owner or management at the vehicle owners expense.

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The expanded parking lot at Dove Valley (credit: CBS)

Location: Broncos headquarters is located at 13655 E Broncos Pkwy, Englewood, CO 80112 near S. Potomac Street and East Broncos Parkway, just south of Arapahoe Road and east of Peoria Street. The easiest way to get there is to take Interstate 25 south from Denver to Arapahoe Road and travel east to Peoria Street.

General Seating: Fans will be able to view the practices from selected areas that will be marked clearly on site. Fans will primarily be seated along the berm on the west end of the practice fields. The seating area is on a natural grass surface with a very limited amount of shade, so please bring proper footwear, clothing and sunscreen.

ADA: Admission to the Denver Broncos' 2015 training camp will be ADA accessible. Designated ADA parking will be available in the main fan lot. Please note that, like general seating, ADA parking and admission is limited and will be available on a first first-come, first-serve basis.

Bag Policy: The Broncos' stadium bag policy will be in effect for all training camp practices. Please see below for details or visit www.sportsauthorityfieldatmilehigh.com/stadium-information/stadium-bag-policy for more information.

  • Each fan may carry one bag that is clear plastic, vinyl or PVC, no larger than 12" x 6" x 12" or a one-gallon clear plastic freezer bag (Ziploc or similar).
  • In addition to one of the bags noted above, fans may also carry in a small clutch bag or purse approximately the size of a hand, with or without a handle or strap, subject to search.
  • Diapers and wipes can be carried in a clear bag. Diaper bags are not permitted.
  • Remove any jackets or other large, bulky items from your bag and carry these in hand. When the contents of your bag are clearly visible, staff can screen bags without requiring any contents to be removed. If blankets or other items conceal the contents of a bag, staff must request that they be removed in order for screening to take place, delaying the process.
  • Small cameras, binoculars and cell phones are acceptable if carried in loosely or in an approved clear bag.
  • Seat pads are permitted as long as they do not exceed 18 inches wide and do not contain pockets, zippers or concealable areas.

Lawn Chairs: Lawn chairs will not be allowed at training camp.

Umbrellas: Umbrellas of any size will not be permitted inside the Broncos' training facility. Please bring sufficient wet weather attire if necessary.

Strollers: Will be allowed on the premises but must be left at the gate prior to accessing seating area.

Cameras: Fans are welcome to use still cameras during Broncos' 2015 training camp, but video cameras (and other recording devices such as cell phones and tablets) will not be permitted. Only members of the media will be allowed to bring cameras with professional lenses and tripods to training camp.  Any detachable lenses longer than the length of a credit card will not be permitted on camp premises.

Peyton Manning signs autographs at Broncos Training Camp
Peyton Manning signs autographs at Broncos Training Camp 2013. (credit: CBS)

Autographs: Players will be designated by position groups (WRs, DLs, DBs, etc.) to sign autographs for fans after each practice open to the public. All autographs will take place by the guest seating area located on the west end of the practice fields.

Restrooms: Newly-constructed public restrooms will be available for fans near the entrance to the practice fields.

Food and Beverages: Food concessions will not be sold regularly during training camp, but non-alcoholic beverages will be available for purchase on site. Food and non-alcoholic beverage items will be permitted in small individual quantities.

Inclement Weather: In case of lightning or other inclement weather, fans will be cleared out of the general seating area, allowing for sufficient time to reach their vehicles.

Where to Eat: There are several fast-casual restaurants in the area but some local favorites include Perfect Landing Restaurant located at Centennial Airport, 7625 S Peoria Street,  Cheddar's Casual Dining at 15775 E Briarwood Circle in Aurora, Dad & Dudes Breweria at 6730 S Cornerstar Way in Aurora and Dusty Boot Foxfield at 16270 E Arapahoe Road in Aurora.

Where to Stay: Finding a place to stay near Broncos HQ isn't difficult given the area's growing attractions. Here are a few that are easy to find: Ramada Englewood Hotel and Suites at 7770 S Peoria St. in Englewood, La Quinta Inn & Suites Denver, Englewood near I-25 & Arapahoe Road,  Sleep Inn Denver Tech Center at 9257 E. Costilla Ave. and Holiday Inn Express & Suites Denver Tech Center 7380 S. Clinton Street.

Sports Authority Field at Mile High generic
(credit: Justin Edmonds/Getty Images)

Team Stores: If you're in the Denver area, you can visit the following Official Broncos Team Store locations and get customizable jerseys and autographed memorabilia:

Broncos Store at Sports Authority Field at Mile High:
1701 Bryant Street, Suite 300
Denver, CO 80204
Phone: 720-258-3300
Store Hours:
Monday - Friday: 10 a.m. - 6 p.m.
Saturday: 10 a.m. - 5 p.m.

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The new team store at the Denver Broncos headquarters (credit: CBS)

Broncos Store at Broncos headquarters:
OPEN NOW

13403 E. Broncos Pkwy.
Englewood, CO 80112
303-264-5665
Store Hours:
Monday - Friday: 10 a.m. - 6 p.m.
Saturday: 10 a.m. - 4 p.m.

Broncos Locker - Centennial Promenade:
9615 East County Line Rd.
Centennial, CO 80112
Store Hours:
Wednesday - Saturday: 10 a.m. - 6 p.m.
Sunday: 11 a.m. - 5 p.m.
Closed Monday and Tuesday

Shopping Districts: There are several shopping districts located near the facility that offer a variety of retail stores sure to delight any shopper. Arapahoe Crossing is located on the northeast corner of Parker and Arapahoe Roads and includes such stores as Kohl's, Bed Bath and Beyond and a movie theater. On the southwest corner of Parker and Arapahoe Roads is the Cornerstar Shopping Center that includes DSW and Target. A short drive away across I-25 is the Park Meadows Shopping Resort which offers upscale stores such as Nordstrom, Macy's and Crate & Barrel.

Cherry Creek State Park
Cherry Creek State Park (credit: parksimages.state.co.us)

Other Activities: Cherry Creek State Park offers a wide variety of activities including camping, picnicking, model airplane flying, horseback riding and a family shooting range along with its  880 surface acre reservoir that offers boating, fishing, swimming, jet skiing and sailboating. The state park is located at 4201 S Parker Road in Aurora.

The Family Sports Center Golf Course is located at 6901 S Peoria St., Centennial and features a 9-hole, executive, par-31 course with golf for all ability levels. There is also a two-tiered, covered, lighted and heated driving range with a target area.

Fun for the whole family is waiting at the 17 Mile House Farm Park located at 8181 S. Parker Road, Centennial. Step back in time during a visit to 17 Mile House, a 150-year old property which served as an important resting stop for pioneers traveling on the Cherokee/Smoky Hill wagon trails in the 1860's. It includes an historic house, red barn, silo and milk shed which have been restored to their known condition in the early 1900s along with two replica windmills and 30 acres of open space.

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