Adults, $5. Locations will vary, register in advance to receive location. It’s a terrific time of year to spot owls and other raptors! 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 throughout Arvada. Register online here.
We are sad to announce that beginning January 2023, the Nature Center will no longer be open to the public for walk-in visitors on Saturday. Our budget requests to hire the staff necessary to maintain these public hours in addition to the many programs we offer was not approved for 2023. If you would like to voice your support of the Nature…
Adults, free. Join us for a mid-day mindfulness break in nature. During this guided meditation, various techniques will be used, including sound healing, shinrin-yoku (forest bathing), grounding, breath work, and mindfulness practice. Following the formal meditation is an opportunity to discuss your experience with trained facilitators and deepen your connection to the more than human…
Adults, free. Permaculture is a design science that uses nature as a model for designing human systems–from farms to cities. Through the lens of several inspiring local case studies, we will touch on topics such as the permaculture design process, techniques for rainwater-harvesting, designing forest gardens, integrating animals into living systems, and social design. There…
Geared toward ages 2-12 yrs, free. Connect with your little ones in our Nature Explore Space. Try new activities or simply free-play in nature with wood cookies, forts, and more. Dress for the weather - outdoors only. Register online here.
We are sad to announce that beginning January 2023, the Nature Center will no longer be open to the public for walk-in visitors on Saturday. Our budget requests to hire the staff necessary to maintain these public hours in addition to the many programs we offer was not approved for 2023. If you would like to voice your support of the Nature…
Adults, $5. Majestic View is heading into the mountains! Join us for a moderate hike exploring our local Jeffco Open Space parks. Hike location will be within one hour drive of the Nature Center and will be sent to registered participants. Register online here.
All ages, free. Cozy up by a warm fire for story time with a few good books. Enjoy children’s books about nature and the environment from timeless classics to new discoveries. Register in advance, space is limited. Register online here.
Adults, free. Join us for a mid-day mindfulness break in nature. During this guided meditation, various techniques will be used, including sound healing, shinrin-yoku (forest bathing), grounding, breath work, and mindfulness practice. Following the formal meditation is an opportunity to discuss your experience with trained facilitators and deepen your connection to the more than human…
Ages 6+, $20/family. Join Colorado Survival Instructor Aaron "Hutch" Hutchings as he teaches tracking skills and animal safety. All supplies included. Register online here.
Adults, free. Join us to learn tips, tricks, and techniques for gardening in Colorado's challenging environment and learn how to use landscaping to benefit the soil and encourage biodiversity. Register online here.
All ages, free. Join our friends from Standley Lake Stargazing as they discuss the wonders of the night sky and then have time to look through telescopes at the objects you’ve discussed. If the weather is too cold, stay cozy inside while observing the objects through a remote telescope. Register online here.
Adults, free. Join us for a mid-day mindfulness break in nature. During this guided meditation, various techniques will be used, including sound healing, shinrin-yoku (forest bathing), grounding, breath work, and mindfulness practice. Following the formal meditation is an opportunity to discuss your experience with trained facilitators and deepen your connection to the more than human…
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. February selection: Subpar Parks by Amber Share. Register online here.
Adults, $10. In honor of World Whale Day, join us by the fireside to create vintage scrolls with watercolor whale illustrations and learn more about these magnificent sea creatures. All supplies included. Register online here.
