Ages 16+, $25 if renting a paddleboard/kayak, $15 if bringing your own paddlecraft. 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 paddlecraft excursion this summer. Stand-up Paddleboards and…
Ages 16+, $5. Join us for a serene and transformative experience that will leave you feeling refreshed and connected to the natural world. Inspired by the Japanese practice of Shinrin-yoku, Forest Bathing is a mindful immersion in the natural environment, offering a holistic way to connect with nature and yourself. During this experience, you’ll have…
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, 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. August selection: The Seed Keeper by Diane Wilson. 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…
Adults, $5. Locations will vary, register in advance to receive location. From raptors to songbirds and everything in between - you never know what you might find while birding! Whether you’re new to birding or you can ID any bird at a glance, join us for a leisurely walk as we go looking for birds…
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 8+, free. Explore the wonders of nature with our Master Naturalist as we we reveal the science and history behind ancient herbal medicinal practices. We’ll dive deeper into how some of these rituals and potions came to be used, and why some of them may have actually worked. Register here.
Adults, $15. Turn magazines and junk mail destined for the recycling bin into works of art! Using the collage technique, our instructor will guide you through the process of creating a mountain landscape while you sip on a nature-inspired mocktail. 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.
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.
Adults, free. Held in a serene outdoor setting, this meditation session offers a unique opportunity for individuals to connect with themselves and the natural rhythms of the lunar cycle under the peaceful glow of the full moon. The inspiring atmosphere created by the full moon is believed to amplify the benefits of meditation, making it…
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. Indulge yourself with an evening of tea, art and intention-setting, followed by a healing bonfire to celebrate the change in seasons and personal growth. Register here.
Ages 6+, $20/group Join survival expert Hutch as he teaches you the science behind a Shepherd’s Sling and then guides your family through creating and using one of your own! Register here.
