All ages, free. Become a Wetland Warrior in our restoration efforts. We need help to gather data of the flora and fauna in and around the wetlands. Groups will be led by a naturalist and will use iNaturalist to photograph species for identification. Register here.
Adults, $5. Learn about the different kinds of food you can make with local plants. With a focus on plant identification, indigenous history, preparation techniques, and ethical harvesting, this class will help you expand your culinary experiences. Register here.
All ages, free. Come take a walk with our Master Naturalist, and learn about all about the local plants and animals throughout Arvada’s parks. We’ll learn about foraging plants, traditional medicines, and the amazing animals that call Arvada home. Locations will vary, so be sure to register in advance to receive an email with the…
Ages 10+, $5. Join us and learn the skills to turn Pine Needles into aromatic baskets! We’ll walk you through the history and technique and then provide step-by-step instructions for weaving your own basket to take home. Register here.
All ages, free. Become a Wetland Warrior in our restoration efforts. We need help to gather data of the flora and fauna in and around the wetlands. Groups will be led by a naturalist and will use iNaturalist to photograph species for identification. Register here.
Adults, free. Nature has a great deal to offer us in our meditation practice and in our chaotic and stressful world, quiet time in nature can rejuvenate, relax, and inspire. Take a midday break and join us for guided meditation in a natural setting. Jess Fangman, a certified Ecotherapy guide, will lead the group through…
Ages 10+, free. Calling all nature lovers! In collaboration with the Standley Lake and Arvada libraries, we invite you to join us for a monthly book group to read and discuss nature-related books. When the weather is nice we’ll take the discussion out into the park. June selection: If I Disappear by Eliza Jane Brazier.…
Adults, $25. Come unwind in nature with an evening of art as we celebrate the beauty of summer wildflowers with this step-by-step acrylic painting. No experience necessary. Register here.
Ages 16+, $25 if renting a paddleboard/$15 if bringing your own paddleboard. Whether you are looking for a peaceful outing, chance to meet new people, or opportunity to be out on the water, we invite you to join Standley Lake and Majestic View Nature Center for a naturalist-guided stand-up paddle boarding excursion this summer. Register…
Adults, free. Nature has a great deal to offer us in our meditation practice and in our chaotic and stressful world, quiet time in nature can rejuvenate, relax, and inspire. Take a midday break and join us for guided meditation in a natural setting. Jess Fangman, a certified Ecotherapy guide, will lead the group through…
Adults, $5. Locations will vary, register in advance to receive location. It’s songbird and hummingbird season! In June we’ll be focusing on colorful, musical songbirds and in July we’ll take advantage of the abundance of flowering plants to find hummingbirds. Whether you’re new to birding or you can ID any bird at a glance, join…
