This calendar can be used to learn about events happening in the Northeast Denver Metro area. It contains events from several organizations, and you can learn more on each organization’s website.
Graywater Installation for Professional Certification This installation will meet the hands-on installation requirement for the QWEL Graywater Design and Installation for Professionals in Colorado course offered at Red Rocks Community College. Completion of the classroom portion of the course is required to attend. Check the Groundwork Denver Calendar or Rocky Mountain Education Center at Red Rocks Community College website for future class […]
Who: ELK and Montbello community members — everyone is invited! What: For Montbello is a free event that celebrates community by safely gathering at the ELK Education Center and Montbello Open Space Park for performances by local artists, a market of local vendors, and free food for the first 75 guests! When: Friday, June 26th from 6-9pm […]
Who: ELK families — everyone is invited! What: Join ELK for a family fishing trip! We'll catch and release some fish and enjoy a day of sharing community with others. This fishing clinic is open to anglers of any level, including completely new and kind of nervous, so this is a great and easy way to […]
Join Groundwork Denver and your neighbors from Denver District 7 for a workshop on rainwater harvesting. You’ll leave with all of the materials and information you need to install your own barrel, including one 55-gallon rain barrel and a rain barrel kit. This event is free and open to the public, with priority given to […]
Join us for this monthly event series that gets your family outside and learning. No cost and no reservation required. Join us near our entryway for seasonal crafts, activities, guided walks, and local education partners. Every month is a new adventure. Weather permitting. For questions email: education@blufflake.org
The Denver Fridays for Future Action Network is hosting a climate cafe at Table Public House on Saturday, 27 June from 12:00 pm to 3:00 pm to identify community climate priorities that we can affect in our own communities. These may include biweekly bicycling meet-ups, biweekly trash pick ups, coordinated policy priorities, community gardening, or other elements important to our neighborhoods that we can work […]
There’s no better way to enjoy Aurora Reservoir's aquatic ecosystems than by paddling through them. Clear your mind and get a workout as you join a City of Aurora Naturalist on a guided kayaking tour. We will point out birds, search for aquatic critters, and spend time engaging our senses as we enjoy quiet moments […]
(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 18 participants. Please RSVP at this link to reserve your spot! Email us at education@blufflake.org with any questions.
¡Ven y disfruta de un día lleno de actividades y de una caminata al aire libre, todo en español! Acompáñanos en Bluff Lake Nature Center para un evento especial donde exploraremos la belleza de la naturaleza en español. Este programa gratuito es una excelente oportunidad para disfrutar y conectar en familia con la naturaleza de […]
Bring your little ones (ages 5 and under) for a special morning just for tots and their grown-ups! From 9–11 a.m., the Nature Center will be open only to our tiniest explorers. Drop in at your own pace to play, be social, and enjoy a new self-guided activity each week. It’s the perfect time to […]
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 […]
Commerce City knows how to celebrate our nation’s birthday each year with 4thFEST! Join us Saturday, July 4 outside DICK’s Sporting Goods Park (6000 Victory Way) for a huge professional fireworks show following our FREE family festival featuring tons of activities: a bounce house, rock climbing wall, alpine slide, pedal carts, mechanical bull, and much more! 4thFest Festival […]
Free Event, Please Register here. Trash frequently makes its way to the Bluff Lake site from upstream in the creek, through the storm drains that empty at Bluff Lake, via wind, and via litter. We want to create a safe and healthy area for visitors and wildlife, so trash pick up is a very important […]
Enjoy these family-friendly events with performances from local bands and grab a bite to eat from a variety of food trucks. Take home a swag bag filled with information from the city, local nonprofit organizations and service providers. All events are from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m
Get up close with some of Aurora's wild residents! Meet our snake, turtle, tarantulas, and tiger salamander while learning how these incredible animals survive and why they’re important to our local ecosystems.
There’s no better way to enjoy Aurora Reservoir's aquatic ecosystems than by paddling through them. Clear your mind and get a workout as you join a City of Aurora Naturalist on a guided kayaking tour. We will point out birds, search for aquatic critters, and spend time engaging our senses as we enjoy quiet moments […]
Free Event, Please Register here. Trash frequently makes its way to the Bluff Lake site from upstream in the creek, through the storm drains that empty at Bluff Lake, via wind, and via litter. We want to create a safe and healthy area for visitors and wildlife, so trash pick up is a very important […]
Enjoy an evening walk at beautiful Aurora Reservoir as we search for bats near the water. We'll learn about bats in the nature center, then walk down near the water to look for our night flying, insect eating bat buddies.
Get ready to wade into the water and discover the hidden world beneath the surface! Join a naturalist to explore stream habitats, learn about aquatic ecosystems, and catch our friendly neighborhood crawdads.
Free Event, Please Register here. Join a group of dedicated volunteers who are managing noxious and invasive plants. Invasive plants can outcompete native species and cause habitat degradation and biodiversity loss. We will use shovels and other hand tools to pull and dig out these undesirable plants. Youth 12+ may attend with parental supervision. If […]
Who: ELK families — everyone is invited! What: Join ELK on an adventure to the archery range at the Rocky Mountain Arsenal National Wildlife Refuge for an introduction to archery! This will be a great way for people of all ages to explore the sport for the first time. When: Saturday, July 18th from 10 a.m. - […]
Join certified nature connection guide Sheri Peterson on a mindfulness-focused walk to take in the wonder of the natural world. RSVP here, as spots are limited. Find more information on our website about upcoming dates and what to expect.
Immerse yourself in nature while gathering data on all living creatures. Learn how to use the iNaturalist platform to capture and catalog life in Aurora open space! Whether you're a seasoned naturalist or a curious newcomer, contribute to a collective effort in creating a comprehensive snapshot of our environment while learning and connecting with fellow […]
Enjoy these family-friendly events with performances from local bands and grab a bite to eat from a variety of food trucks. Take home a swag bag filled with information from the city, local nonprofit organizations and service providers. All events are from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m.
Who: ELK families — everyone is invited! What: Join ELK for a family fishing trip! We'll catch and release some fish and enjoy a day of sharing community with others. This fishing clinic is open to anglers of any level, including completely new and kind of nervous, so this is a great and easy way to […]