Little Naturalists (Pre-K)

Aurora Reservoir 5800 S. Powhaton Rd, Aurora, CO

Bring your child to the Aurora Reservoir to discover Aurora’s true nature through puppets, activities and exploration time on the trail. This program is designed to practice patterns, language, counting, and social skills for kids ages 5 and younger. Make sure to register!

Stewardship Saturday’s for Families

Star K Ranch 16002 East Smith Road, Aurora, CO

Our Naturalist team invites you to discover the beauty, mystery, and uniqueness of Aurora’s natural places. Join us for a trail hike, nature class, or outdoor program – we look forward to seeing you! Make sure to register.

SCRGP- Nature Photography: Miniatures

Dahlia Trailhead 4900 South Sandcreek Drive, Commerce City, CO, United States

Pick up a camera, get outside, and join the SCRGP and local photographer Lauren Keller for a fun morning of taking pictures of miniature creatures along the Greenway. The SCRGP has five DSLR cameras available for participants to use during programming. The first 5 people to sign up will get access to these cameras. If […]

BLNC- Family Nature Adventure Day (FREE)

Bluff Lake Nature Center 11255 E MLK Jr Blvd, Denver, Colorado

Join us for this monthly event series that gets your family outside and learning. No cost and no reservation required. Join us near our entrance for crafts, activities, guided walks, and local education partners. Weather permitting.

NATURE: Junior Naturalists Serpents and Spiders

Star K Ranch 16002 East Smith Road, Aurora, CO

Do you know a young person fascinated by nature, science, or all things animals? If so, sign them up for our Junior Naturalist program! Each month, a city of Aurora Naturalist dives deep into a nature topic and takes our Junior Naturalist cohort along for the adventure. Participants leave with more knowledge, a sense of […]

Art in Nature: Curiosity Cabinets

Aurora Reservoir 5800 S. Powhaton Rd, Aurora, CO

Explore nature through the lens of art. Through watercolors, crayons, pencils and sculpture, we’ll immerse ourselves in nature in a whole new way. We’ll provide the materials, and you’ll leave with a masterpiece! Make sure to register.

The Lounge Mentorship

Elk Education Center 12680 Albrook Dr., Denver, CO

Who: Youth ages 7-22 What: A weekly mentorship program for youth to achieve success in academics and life outside of school. When: Wednesdays from 4-6pm Where: ELK Education Center, 12680 Albrook Dr. Denver, CO 80239 ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Quién: Jóvenes de 7 a 22 años Qué: Un programa semanal de mentoría para jóvenes con el objetivo de alcanzar el éxito en lo académico […]

Star K Kids (Pre-K)

Star K Ranch 16002 East Smith Road, Aurora, CO

Discover Aurora’s true nature through puppets, interactive activites & virtual story time! This program is developed for kids 5 years and younger. Make sure to register!

Star K Kids (Pre-K)

Star K Ranch 16002 East Smith Road, Aurora, CO

Discover Aurora’s true nature through puppets, interactive activites & virtual story time! This program is developed for kids 5 years and younger. Make sure to register!

STEAM Club

Elk Education Center 12680 Albrook Dr., Denver, CO

Who: Elementary and middle school students with early release on Thursdays What: Lunch and a variety of science, technology, engineering, art, and math activities, games, and crafts. STEAM Club is different each week! When: Thursdays from 12:30-3pm Where: ELK Education Center, 12680 Albrook Dr. Denver, CO 80239 ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Quién: Estudiantes de primaria y secundaria con salida temprana los jueves Qué: Almuerzo […]

NATURE: Trick-or-Treat Nature Trail

Star K Ranch 16002 East Smith Road, Aurora, CO

Join us to learn about all things nature as you trick-or-treat around the nature trail. Costumes are welcomed & encouraged! Make sure to register.

Qigong and Mindfulness Walk

Bluff Lake Nature Center 11255 E MLK Jr Blvd, Denver, Colorado

(FREE) Gentle mind/body practice that promotes health and well-being followed by a contemplative walk. Last Sunday of each month starting at 7:30 AM. Class is limited to 15 participants. Please RSVP at this link to reserve your spot! Email us at education@blufflake.org with any questions.

LA NATURALEZA HABLA ESPAÑOL- Monthly Walk

Bluff Lake Nature Center 11255 E MLK Jr Blvd, Denver, Colorado

Durante este programa gratuito podrás disfrutar y explorar la naturaleza de Colorado con tu familia. ¡También tendrás la oportunidad de hablar con educadores ambientales y disfrutar de actividades, manualidades para llevar a casa y la renta gratis de equipos como binoculares! Registro previo es necesario. https://www.eventbrite.com/e/la-naturaleza-habla-espanol-tickets-1323886382809?aff=ebdssbdestsearch

NATURE: Trick-or-Treat Nature Trail

Star K Ranch 16002 East Smith Road, Aurora, CO

Join us to learn about all things nature as you trick-or-treat around the nature trail. Costumes are welcomed & encouraged! Make sure to register.

The Lounge Mentorship

Elk Education Center 12680 Albrook Dr., Denver, CO

Who: Youth ages 7-22 What: A weekly mentorship program for youth to achieve success in academics and life outside of school. When: Wednesdays from 4-6pm Where: ELK Education Center, 12680 Albrook Dr. Denver, CO 80239 ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Quién: Jóvenes de 7 a 22 años Qué: Un programa semanal de mentoría para jóvenes con el objetivo de alcanzar el éxito en lo académico […]

Star K Kids (Pre-K)

Star K Ranch 16002 East Smith Road, Aurora, CO

Discover Aurora’s true nature through puppets, interactive activites & virtual story time! This program is developed for kids 5 years and younger. Make sure to register!

Star K Kids (Pre-K)

Star K Ranch 16002 East Smith Road, Aurora, CO

Discover Aurora’s true nature through puppets, interactive activites & virtual story time! This program is developed for kids 5 years and younger. Make sure to register!

STEAM Club

Elk Education Center 12680 Albrook Dr., Denver, CO

Who: Elementary and middle school students with early release on Thursdays What: Lunch and a variety of science, technology, engineering, art, and math activities, games, and crafts. STEAM Club is different each week! When: Thursdays from 12:30-3pm Where: ELK Education Center, 12680 Albrook Dr. Denver, CO 80239 ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Quién: Estudiantes de primaria y secundaria con salida temprana los jueves Qué: Almuerzo […]

Little Naturalists (Pre-K)

Aurora Reservoir 5800 S. Powhaton Rd, Aurora, CO

Bring your child to the Aurora Reservoir to discover Aurora’s true nature through puppets, activities and exploration time on the trail. This program is designed to practice patterns, language, counting, and social skills for kids ages 5 and younger. Make sure to register!

Leadership Corps: Social Hour

Elk Education Center 12680 Albrook Dr., Denver, CO

Who: High school students through 22-year-old ELK alumni What: The ELK Education Center will be open for students to come hang out, eat food, play games, do homework, and do whatever else they'd like! When: Friday, October 31st from 4:30-7pm Where: ELK Education Center, 12680 Albrook Dr. Denver, CO 80239 How to RSVP: https://forms.office.com/r/uyrp1fnt7Q ------------------------------------------------------------------------- Quién: Estudiantes de preparatoria hasta exalumnos […]

Bird Walk- RSVP Required

Bluff Lake Nature Center 11255 E MLK Jr Blvd, Denver, Colorado

Join our birding experts on a walk around Bluff Lake! Bird walks take place on the first Saturday of each month. Start time is 8:00am for the fall and winter months. RSVP via the link on our website, where you can also check out more birdwatching information and sign up for our birding mailing list. We will […]

November Volunteer Day

Smith Road Trailhead 9450 Smith Road, Denver, CO

We are so thankful for our SCRGP volunteers and all that you do to make the greenway a beautiful and clean space for all to enjoy. Join us for our November Volunteer Work Day in Denver as we will be removing trash and Invasive Weeds from Smith Road Trailhead! Specific project details will be sent […]

TUF- Dia de los Muertos

The Urban Farm 1200 Smith Rd., Denver, Colorado

Join us in honoring the Day of the Dead with an evening of culture, community, and celebration—featuring Aztec dancers, mariachi, lucha libre, escaramuza, dancing horses, trick ropers, face painting, sugar skull decorating, a mechanical bull, Mexican food, and artisan vendors. Source:: https://www.theurbanfarm.org/dia-de-los-muertos-1/dia-de-los-muertos

Senac Scientists: Pumpkin Chunk’n

Aurora Reservoir 5800 S. Powhaton Rd, Aurora, CO

Science helps children develop key life skills, including an ability to communicate, remain organized and focused, and even form their own opinions based on observation. Our Senac Scientists program encourages these skills while infusing opportunities to learn about Aurora’s natural resources. From air pressure experiments to creating seed balls, we’re always trying something new. Ages: […]

The Lounge Mentorship

Elk Education Center 12680 Albrook Dr., Denver, CO

Who: Youth ages 7-22 What: A weekly mentorship program for youth to achieve success in academics and life outside of school. When: Wednesdays from 4-6pm Where: ELK Education Center, 12680 Albrook Dr. Denver, CO 80239 ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Quién: Jóvenes de 7 a 22 años Qué: Un programa semanal de mentoría para jóvenes con el objetivo de alcanzar el éxito en lo académico […]