CATPA
EVENTS
The Colorado Auto Theft Prevention Authority is thrilled to invite all of you to join us as we work to spread awareness and education regarding Auto Theft through our involvement in the community.
Below you will find the details of our comings and goings at community events as well as the sign up information for our Catalytic Converter Label program. This will include appointments for pick up of DIY kits or information about any installation events. Please reach out with questions.
Upcoming Public Outreach Events
09/16/2023 – Knight Riders Charity Car Show
CATPA and friends are ecstatic to attend the upcoming Knight Riders car show at the Boulder County Fairgrounds. We will be sharing information on how to keep your treasured car safe and look forward to seeing you there!
10/20/2023 – Colorado Eagles Home Opener
Join CATPA and everyone’s favorite AHL team, the Colorado Eagles, for what is guaranteed to be a great time at the home opener for the 24/25 season. Good hockey, guaranteed; auto theft prevention information, guaranteed.
11/04/2023 – Air Force vs Army Football – Mile High Stadium
CATPA prepares for a grid iron clash of athletic foes. Guts, glory, and pride is all on the line. But before the two teams do battle on the field, you’ll find CATPA battling auto theft through education and awareness in the pre-game tailgate area. Join us before the game to learn about auto theft prevention.

Upcoming Catalytic Converter Etching Events
09/25/2023-09/29/2023 – All CO Residents – Lakewood Pickup – Sign Up Here
09/27/2023 – City of Broomfield – Sign Up Here
10/03/2023-10/06/2023 – All CO Residents – Lakewood Pickup – Sign Up Here
10/4/2023 – City of Boulder Residents – Sign Up Here
10/09/2023-10/13/2023 – All CO Residents – Lakewood Pickup – Sign Up Here
Resources for Boulder County found here: Boulder County Press Release
Lafayette Police Department – Learn More
More Dates Will Continue to Be Announced Soon. Automotive repair facilities who have indicated they install CatETCH labels may be found at the bottom of our “Catalytic Converter” page.
Steering Wheel Lock Pick Up Locations and Info
Please Bring a VIN for Each Vehicle you are Requesting a Lock for
Primary distribution occurs out of the Colorado State Patrol records Department out of 700 Kipling St Lakewood Colorado, 80215. Locks can be picked up Monday through Friday 8:00am-4:30pm excluding holidays. Limit 2 per person. Lakewood currently limited stock available.
Ft. Collins Pick Up – Monday – Friday, 8:00am-4:30pm. Limited quantities, Bring a VIN number for registration.
Troop 3C 3832 S. Interstate 25 Fort Collins, CO 80525 (Just North of Harmony Rd Exit headed North on I-25)
Florence – Monday – Friday, 8:00am-4:30pm. Limited quantities, Bring a VIN number for registration.
600 W. 3rd Street Suite C Florence, CO 81226
719-784-3275
Colorado Springs – Monday – Friday, 8:00am-4:30pm. Limited quantities, Bring a VIN number for registration.
Troop 2B 1480 Quail Lake Loop Colorado Springs, CO 80906
(719) 635-0385
Past Events
08/17/2023 – Lincoln Tech and Denver PD Catalytic Converter Protection Kit Installation – Sign Up Here
06/27/2023 – Firestone Police and Community Together (PACT)
Join CATPA and our partners at the Firestone Police Department as CATPA helps narrate a discussion between the community and the local Police Department regarding auto theft trends, stats, and prevention. CatETCH kits, steering wheel locks, and great information all available.
07/22/2023 – Lone Tree Police Department Open House
CATPA is thrilled to support our friends in Lone Tree as they allow their community to view the state of the art public safety equipment and facilities they use to ensure citizen safety. A great chance to interact with department personnel and don’t worry, CATPA will be present to continue to spread our auto theft prevention and education message! See you there!
06/24/2023 – Westminster Public Safety Open House
CATPA is thrilled to support our friends in Westminster as they allow their community to view the state of the art public safety equipment and facilities they use to ensure citizen safety. A great chance to interact with department personnel and don’t worry, CATPA will be present to continue to spread our auto theft prevention and education message! See you there!
04/12/2023 through 04/16/2023 – The Denver Auto Show
04/21/2023 – Playoff Hockey with CATPA at the Colorado Eagles.
04/10/2023 – 04/14/2023: Sign Up Here
04/11/2023 – City of Boulder Residents Only: Sign Up Here
04/17/2023 – 04/21/2023: Sign Up Here
04/18/2023 – City of Boulder Residents Only: Sign Up Here
3/3/2023 – Windsor: Sign Up Here
02/10/2023 – CATPA at the Colorado Eagles
01/18/2023 – CATPA takeover night at the Colorado Eagles
Frozen fun sure to ensue as CATPA will look to put Auto Theft on Ice by reminding folks to lock their cars and take their keys as the Colorado Eagles look to ice the Ontario Reign. Special CATPA night with bonus auto theft prevention related fun. See you there!
12/17/2022 – Westminster PD CatETCH Event
12/09/2022 – CATPA at the Colorado Eagles
11/05/2022 – CATPA at the Colorado Eagles
Frozen fun sure to ensue as CATPA will look to put Auto Theft on Ice by reminding folks to lock their cars and take their keys as the Colorado Eagles look to ice the Ontario Reign
11/19/2022 – CATPA at the Air Force versus CSU Football Game
A Mountain West Showdown of two fierce competitors, grid iron supremacy to be determined, but auto theft awareness sure to be spread. See you there!
11/19/2022 – Operation Free Bird – 201 W 70th Ave Denver CO (Mountain States Toyota) 10:00am – 2:00pm MST
CATPA will be supporting our good friends at the Adams County Sheriffs Office during their annual community event. A cannot miss event