ONGOING EVENTS |
Wilderness environmental service programs | The Rocky Mountain Field Institute is a nonprofit organization based in Colorado Springs, dedicated to the preservation and restoration of wildlands and key natural areas. RMFI accomplishes its mission through environmental service, education and research. RMFI programs are developed around comprehensive, multi-year or long-term projects developed in concert with land management agencies to meet critical preservation and restoration goals. The summer project includes restoring the old trailhead and putting in campsites at the new trailhead for South Colony Lakes Basin in the Sangre de Cristo Mountains Aug. 30-Sept. 5. There will be an annual work weekend at Shelf Road Oct 10 and 11. Info: 719-471-7736 or .
Telescope viewing | Chamberlin Observatory, 2930 E. Warren Ave., on the University of Denver campus, has astronomy presentations and allows use of the 20-inch Alvan Clark refractor telescope beginning at 8 p.m. Tuesdays and Thursdays. Info: ., or call 303-871-5172 for reservations.
Mining club | The Denver Mining Club is a free (except for purchase of lunch) weekly meeting each Monday except on holidays with a mining-related speaker. Meetings begin at 11:30 a.m. at the Country Buffet Restaurant, 8100 W. Crestline Ave., Littleton. Purchase of buffet lunch is required.
River table | Visit South Suburban Parks and Recreation’s Carson Nature Center in South Platte Park, 3000 W. Carson Drive, the first Saturday of each month and manipulate a river in the 12-foot stainless steel river table. The table is filled with plastic sand and recirculating water powered by pumps that can be controlled by participants. Visitors can create a city landscape and see how natural river actions affect their creation. Naturalists are on hand from 2 to 3 p.m. the first Saturday of each month to guide individuals and families through the free, hands-on experience. Info: 303-730-1022 or .
GPS, map and compass class | On the second Friday of every month through November, there is a free USGS GPS, Map and compass class at Building 810, Federal Center, Lakewood. Class schedule is: Map and Compass from 9 to 11 a.m. and GPS from noon to 4 p.m. Info/register: 303-202-4689 or e-mail gpsworkshops@usgs.gov.
Science open house | The Morrison Nature Center at Star K Ranch, 16002 E. Smith Road, offers a free open house with hands-on science activities from 1 p.m. on the third Sunday of the month. Register: 303-739-2428.
The National Center for Atmospheric Research | NCAR’s Mesa Lab, a working research laboratory at the west end of Table Mesa Drive in Boulder, has a free visitor center that is open from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. weekdays, and from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. weekends. The visitor center has a climate exhibit, an eclipse telescope, working supercomputers, a gravity well, and hands on demonstrations of lightning, tornados and fluid dynamics. Info: 303-497-1174 or .
Renewable energy | The U.S. Department of Energy’s National Renewable Energy Laboratory Visitors Center, 15013 Denver West Parkway, Golden, is open from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday through Friday. The Visitors Center features an interactive exhibit hall and DOE public reading room. Info: . or 303-384-6565.
Children’s workshops | The Denver Museum of Nature & Science, 2001 Colorado Blvd., has many children’s workshops and events for children in kindergarten through sixth grade. For a list, call the Children’s Workshop coordinators at 303-370-8225 or 303-370-8347.
Nature programs | The Starsmore Discovery Center, at the entrance of North Cheyenne Canon at 2120 S. Cheyenne Road, has guided “wildlife tracks and signs” walks at 10:30 a.m. and 2 p.m. Saturdays and Sundays on the Columbine Trail. Info: 719-385-6086.
Kids magpie program | Garden of the Gods Park offers a free magpie presentation, “Magpie Players,” at 4:45 p.m. Thursdays. A costumed group of visitor center staff and volunteers present, “A Walk Back in Time,” a half-hour spoof detailing the lives of the colorful characters associated with the Pikes Peak Region. Meet in the Red Rocks Room at the Garden of the Gods Visitor and Nature Center, 1805 N. 30th St., Colorado Springs. Info: 719-634-6666.
Kids nature programs | Roxborough State Park, 4751 N. Roxborough Drive, Littleton, offers a “Kids Hour,” program at 10:30 a.m. Tuesdays through Sept. 29. Kids can enjoy fun activities, stories and short nature hikes. A $6 daily State Parks pass is required for all vehicles entering the park. Info/register: 303-973-3959.
Kids nature programs | Morrison Nature Center at Star K Ranch, 16002 E. Smith Road, Aurora, offers a free program for kids ages 5 and under every Thursday at 9 a.m. with puppets, stories, activities and outdoor exploration. Info: 303-739-2428 or .
Nature activities | Black Canyon of the Gunnison National Park offers a free program for Junior Rangers, “Black Canyon Wildlife Olympics,” between 9:30 and 11:30 a.m. Saturdays at the South Rim Visitor Center. Info: 970-249-1914, ext. 423.
Nature activities | South Suburban Parks and Recreation naturalists lead many outdoor, nature and environmentally related activities and events at Carson Nature Center, 3000 W. Carson Drive, Littleton. For a list of events, visit . or call 303-730-1022.
Nocturnal nature program | “Nature at Night,” a free program, is at 6:30 p.m. the third Friday of each month at Morrison Nature Center at Star K Ranch, 16002 E. Smith Road, Aurora. Info/register: 303-739-2428.
Nature programs | The Morrison Nature Center at Star K Ranch, 16002 E. Smith Road, Aurora, offers a variety of nature programs for children and adults. For a list of events, call 303-739-2428 or visit .
Nature presentations | Garden of the Gods Park offers free daily nature presentations. For times and presentation topics, check the information kiosk at the Garden of the Gods Visitor and Nature Center, 1805 N. 30th St., Colorado Springs. Info: 719-634-6666.
Bat walks | Garden of the Gods Park offers free bat walks Tuesdays at 6 p.m. Meet in the Red Rocks Room at the Garden of the Gods Visitor and Nature Center, 1805 N. 30th St., Colorado Springs. Take water, and wear sturdy shoes and a jacket. Register: 719-219-0108.
Wildlife refuge programs | The Rocky Mountain Arsenal National Wildlife Refuge, East 56th Avenue at Havana Street, is open from 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Saturdays and Sundays. There are various exhibits at the Visitor Center, and free nature programs and refuge tours. Info: 303-289-0930 for times and reservations, or visit .
Natural history seminars | The Rocky Mountain Nature Association offers a series of outdoor seminars on natural history topics in Rocky Mountain National Park. Info: 970-586-3262 or .
Astronomy events | Fiske Planetarium, on the University of Colorado Boulder campus, has a variety of astronomy shows, talks, and family matinees. The evening talks and shows are $6 adults, $5 students with valid I.D., and $3.50 for children and seniors. Saturday family shows are $5 adults, $3.50 children and seniors. Laser shows are $5. Info: 303-492-5002 or .
Public viewing at observatory | The Sommers-Bausch Observatory on the University of Colorado Boulder campus is open to the public for stargazing (weather permitting) every Friday at 8 p.m. Info: 303-492-6732 or .
Self-guided junior ranger program | North Cheyenne Canon Park, is offering a self-guided junior ranger program. Young rangers between the ages of 8 and 12 can earn “Steward Level” badges using Junior Ranger booklets which may be picked up from either the Starsmore Discovery Center, at the entrance of North Cheyenne Canon, 2120 S. Cheyenne Road, (9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Wednesday through Sunday) or at the Helen Hunt Falls Visitor Center, 4075 N. Cheyenne Canon Road,(9:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. Mondays through Sundays). Young Rangers receive a booklet, pencil, patch and certificate of completion. Cost is $5 per person. Info: 719-385-6086 or .
Junior ranger activity | Colorado National Monument in Fruita is unveiling a new Junior Ranger activity booklet for kids ages 5-12. The booklet is available at the CNM Visitor Center. Once kids have completed the required activities (usually takes 1 1/2 to 2 hours to complete), they can return to the visitor center where a park ranger reviews their work and awards them an official Junior Ranger badge and certificate. Info: 970-858-3617 or .
Kids nature program | “Animal Art and Awesome Activities,” an animal-related art and activity program for kids ages 6-10, is from 10 a.m. to noon on the second Saturday of each month at the Majestic View Nature Center, 7030 Garrison St., Arvada. Cost is $10/class. There is a $2 discount if registering for at least three sessions. Register: 720-898-7405.
Nature activities | Curecanti National Recreation Area, between Montrose and Gunnison on Highway 50, offers two free programs: “Saturday Night Sky Programs,” featuring astronomy when the moon is small and moonlight hikes at the Dillon Pinnacles when the moon is full or nearly so; and “Junior Ranger” programs for kids every Friday from 9:30 to 11:30 a.m. at the Elk Creek Visitor Center. Info: 970-641-2337, ext. 205.
Kids nature program | “Nature Adventures,” a free parent/child program for kids ages 4-6 and parents, is at 11 a.m. on the third Saturday of each month at the Majestic View Nature Center, 7030 Garrison St., Arvada. Nature Center Specialist Dean Bernard tells stories and leads nature activities and games. Register: 720-898-7405.
Mineral group | The Rocky Mountain Micromineral Association, a new mineral group, will meet from 2 to 4 p.m. the second Sunday of each month at the Colorado School of Mines Museum. The group is informal, with no dues, officers or newsletter. Microscopes and free microminerals are available at the meetings. Info: contact Richard Parsons, 303-838-8859 or Richard.parsons@att.net.
Composting classes | Learn the basics of backyard composting by attending one of the free “Learn to Compost” classes through October at the Denver Backyard Composting Demonstration Site in the Gove community Garden at East 13th Avenue and Colorado Boulevard. Classes are sponsored by Denver Recycles/Solid Waste Management, Denver Urban Gardens and the Metro Wastewater Reclamation District. Register: . or 720-865-6810.
Guided nature ride | Take a naturalist-guided tour around the Fountain Valley Trail in Roxborough Park in a seven-passenger golf cart at 11 a.m. and 12:30 p.m. Fridays and Saturdays through October, trail and weather conditions permitting, at Roxborough State Park, 4751 N. Roxborough Drive. A $6 daily State Parks pass is required for all vehicles entering the park. Register: 303-973-3959.
Guided walks | Garden of the Gods Park, 1805 N. 30th St., Colorado Springs, offers free daily guided walks at 10 a.m. and 2 p.m. Meet at the north main parking lot trail head. Take water, and wear sturdy shoes and a jacket. Info: 719-634-6666.
Afternoon hikes | Volunteer naturalist Doug Gantt will lead afternoon hikes at 1 p.m. the second Saturday monthly through August at Roxborough Park, 4751 N. Roxborough Drive. A $6 daily State Parks pass is required for all vehicles entering the park. Register: 303-973-3959.
TODAY
Natural area program | Soapstone Prairie Natural Area is offering a free program, at 10 a.m., “What’s So Special About Soapstone Prairie?” Soapstone Prairie is 25 miles north of Fort Collins. From Fort Collins, take Hwy. 1/Terry Lake Road to County Road 15 north, turn north onto Rawhide Flats Road and continue north to the entrance station. Meet at the north parking lot. Info: 970-416-2815 or e-mail naturalareas@fcgov.com.
Natural area equestrian outing | Soapstone Prairie Natural Area is offering a guided equestrian ride at 7 a.m. at Soapstone Prairie. Soapstone Prairie is 25 miles north of Fort Collins. From Fort Collins, take Hwy. 1/Terry Lake Road to County Road 15 north, turn north onto Rawhide Flats Road and continue north to the entrance station. Take your own horse. Register: 970-416-2815 or e-mail naturalareas@fcgov.com.
Hiking/dog program | “Trail Savvy Dog,” a free program teaching participants “how to teach their dogs trail manners so they can both have a safe and enjoyable hike,” will be at 10 a.m. at Lee Martinez Park, 600 N. Sherwood St., Fort Collins. Register: 970-416-2815 or e-mail naturalareas@fcgov.com.
Art hike | Castlewood Canyon is planning an exhibit of local artists’ depictions of Castlewood canyon for the fall of 2010. A series of hikes to introduce artists to the park will start with a volunteer-naturalist guided morning hike at 8 a.m. in Castlewood Canyon State Park, 2989 S. State Highway 83, Franktown. The pace will be leisurely, with frequent stops for sketching and taking photos. Meet at the Falls Parking Lot on the west side of the park. A $6 daily State Parks pass is required for all vehicles entering the park. Register: 303-688-5242.
Family “mystery” hike | A naturalist-led hike at 1 p.m. challenges families to solve a puzzle, riddle or mystery as they walk and search for hidden clues along a 1 to 2-mile easy trail in Cheyenne Mountain State Park, 410 JL Ranch Heights, Colorado Springs. Meet at the Visitor Center; wear sunscreen and take drinking water. A $6 daily State Parks pass is required for all vehicles entering the park. Info/register: 719-646-1977.
Bird watching and history hike | The Front Range Birding Company and Roxborough State Park Naturalists are offering a bird watching and history hike at 8 a.m. Take binoculars, water and snacks for this easy, slow-paced hike. Children ages 10 and older are welcome. To register and for meeting location, call 303-973-3959.
Guided bird walk | Volunteer Naturalists Doris Cruze and Nancy Crews will lead a bird walk at 7:30 a.m. in Roxborough State Park, 4751 N. Roxborough Drive, Littleton. Dress for the weather and take a bird book, binoculars, water and a snack. A $6 daily State Parks pass is required for all vehicles entering the park. Info: 303-973-3959.
MONDAY
Natural area program | “The Nature of Soapstone Prairie,” a program with a 3-mile leisurely trail walk to explore the natural and human history of Soapstone Prairie Natural Area, will be at 10 a.m. at Soapstone Prairie. Soapstone Prairie Natural Area is 25 miles north of Fort Collins. From Fort Collins, take Hwy. 1/Terry Lake Road to County Road 15 north, turn north onto Rawhide Flats Road and continue north to the entrance station. Meet at the north parking lot. Info: 970-416-2815 or e-mail naturalareas@fcgov.com.
TUESDAY
Kids science program | “Simple Science,” a program for kids ages 5-8, will be at 4:30 p.m. at the Philip S. Miller Library, 100 S. Wilcox St., Castle Rock. Register: 303-791-7323 or .
Family nature event | “Parents Guide to Getting Outdoors,” a free program about families spending time together outdoors, with activities for kids, will be at 3 p.m. in Butterfly Woods, which is along the Poudre River Trail about one-fourth-mile east of Lions Park in Fort Collins. The nearest parking lot is at Lions Park on North Overland Trail Road. Take plenty of drinking water. Register: 970-416-2815 or e-mail naturalareas@fcgov.com.
Insect walk | Garden of the Gods Park is offering a free “insect walk” led by Garden of the Gods program coordinator Bret Tennis at 9 a.m. Meet in the Red Rocks Room at the Garden of the Gods Visitor and Nature Center, 1805 N. 30th St., Colorado Springs. Register: 719-219-0108.
Geology hike | “Walkin’ the Gangplank,” a 5-7 mile geology hike, rated “moderate,” will be at 8 a.m. in Soapstone Prairie Natural Area, which is 25 miles north of Fort Collins. From Fort Collins, take Hwy. 1/Terry Lake Road to County Road 15 north, turn north onto Rawhide Flats Road and continue north to the entrance station. Register: 970-416-2815 or e-mail naturalareas@fcgov.com.
Uranium mining talk | “In Situ Uranium Mining: Myth versus Fact,” a talk by Gavin Mudd, a lecturer in the Department of Civil Engineering at Monash University, Australia, and researcher and advocate on the environmental impacts of mining, will be at 7 p.m. at the Fort Collins Senior Center, 1200 Raintree Drive. The talk is hosted by Environment Colorado, Clean Water Action, Sierra Club, Poudre Canyon Group and Coloradoans Against Resource Destruction.
Astronomy program | The Denver Museum of Nature & Science, 2001 Colorado Blvd., is offering a program, “Weird Life on Titan? The Astrobiology of Earth’s Alter-Moon,” at 7 p.m. Learn about Saturn’s giant moon, Titan, and its deep-frozen rivers, canyons, mountains, dune fields, ice volcanoes and more. Tickets are $12 members, $15 non-members and are “buy one get one free). Info: . or 303-322-7009.
THURSDAY
Bird walk | The Denver Museum of Nature & Science, 2001 Colorado Blvd., is offering a bird walk from 6:30 a.m. to 6:30 p.m. exploring fall migrant “hotspots,” such as Dowdy Draw, the Mesa Trail/Boulder Creek area, Eldorado State Park, Walden and Sawhill Ponds. Cost is $22 members, $27 nonmembers. Info: . or 303-322-7009.
Longs Peak talk | “Longs Peak: Evolving Meaning and Values,” a free talk by Ruth Alexander, professor of history at Colorado State University, will be at 7:30 p.m. in the auditorium at the Beaver Meadows Visitor Center in Rocky Mountain National Park. Info: 970-586-1206.
Wildflower walk | Garden of the Gods Park is offering a free walk in search of wildflowers, led by master gardener Suzanne Jarvinen, at 1 p.m. Meet at Red Rocks Room at the Garden of the Gods Visitor and Nature Center, 1805 N. 30th St., Colorado Springs. Take water and a jacket, and wear sturdy shoes and sunscreen. Register: 719-219-0108.
Climate change program | “A Tale for Our Times: Something for Everyone About Climate Change,” a program by Susan Solomon, co-chair of the Climate Science Group of the Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change and senior scientist, Chemical Sciences Division, National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration Earth System Research Laboratory, will be at 7 p.m. in the Phipps IMAX Theater at DMNS, 2001 Colorado Blvd. Use the IMAX Evening Entrance. There will also be an audience Q and A session. Cost is $12 member; $15 nonmember (2-for-the-price-of-1 tickets are available). Info: 303-322-7009 or .
Weed removal event | Join volunteers to rid Castlewood Canyon State Park, 2989 S. State Highway 83, Franktown, of noxious weeds from 6 to 8 p.m. Weed identification will be discussed before weed removal begins. For location and to register, call 303-688-5242.
FRIDAY
Kids nature program | The Nature and Raptor Center of Pueblo, 5200 Nature Center Road, is offering a program “Knee High Nature Hour,” for kids ages 2 to 3-years old. The program is from 10 to 11 a.m. and offers parents/guardians to explore nature with their toddler through music, crafts and games. Cost is $3 for members, $4 for non-members. Register: 719-549-2414. Info: .
Guided wildflower walk | A naturalist-guided hike up the Kruger Rock Trail in search of wildflowers, will start at 9 a.m. in Hermit Park Open Space, southeast of the Town of Estes Park off Hwy 36. Meet at the Group Use Area for this “easy-moderate” rated, 3-hour hike. Take plenty of drinking water and snacks for the trail; wear sunscreen and dress appropriately for the weather. A $6 per-vehicle entrance permit is required. Info: 970-679-4561 or e-mail rnovak@larimer.org.
Guided wildflower walk | County Naturalist Kathy will lead a walk along the Homestead Meadows trail at 9 a.m. in search of wildflowers. Meet at the Homestead Meadows trailhead at Hermit Park Open Space, just south east of the Town of Estes Park off of Hwy. 36. A $6 entrance fee per vehicle is required. The hike is rated easy. Take snacks and plenty of drinking water; wear sunscreen and dress appropriately for the weather. Info: 970-679-4561 or e-mail rnovak@larimer.org.
Guided hike | GOCO Interpreter Ron Claussen is leading a hike from creek bottom to cherry creek at 9 a.m. in Castlewood Canyon State Park, 2989 S. State Highway 83, Franktown. Meet at the Horse Trailer parking lot on the west side of the park. Take drinking water and a snack; wear sturdy shoes and sunscreen. A $6 daily State Parks pass is required for all vehicles entering the park. Register: 303-688-5242.
“Exercise” hike | A 3-6 mile hike for individuals who want to do “more walkin’ and less talking,” will be at 8 a.m. in Cheyenne Mountain State Park, 410 JL Ranch Heights, Colorado Springs. Meet at the Visitor Center and bring $6 exact change to purchase a daily pass at the self-service station next to the entrance booth. Register/info: 719-646-1977.
Natural area tour | “Discovering the Lindenmeier Valley,” a program exploring the archaeological site and why people have been there for over 600 generations, will be at 10 a.m. at Soapstone Prairie Natural Area. Soapstone Prairie is 25 miles north of Fort Collins. From Fort Collins, take Hwy. 1/Terry Lake Road to County Road 15 north, turn north onto Rawhide Flats Road and continue north to the entrance station. Meet at the north parking lot. Info: 970-416-2815.
Nature hike | Volunteer Naturalist Sue Majeski will lead a nature hike at 9 a.m. in Roxborough State Park, 4751 N. Roxborough Drive, Littleton. A $6 daily State Parks pass is required for all vehicles entering the park. Info: 303-973-3959.
Naturalist-led hike | “9 a.m. with a Naturalist – How Climate Change Affects Bird Behaviors,” a guided hike with information on climate change affecting the behavior of birds and their ability to survive, will be at 9 a.m. at Bobcat Ridge Natural Area, a Fort Collins natural area located off of County Road 38 C. Meet at the shelter, one-fourth of a mile from the parking lot. Info: 970-416-2815 or e-mail naturalareas@fcgov.com.
River tour | The City of Fort Collins Natural Areas Program is offering a free walking tour of the Cache La Poudre River at 10 a.m. Meet at Lee Martinez Park, 600 N. Sherwood St., lower parking lot near the tennis courts. Info: 970-416-2815 or e-mail naturalareas@fcgov.com.
Geology hike | Cherokee Ranch’s geologist advisor Al Koch will give an overview of the Ranch geology and then lead a moderate, two-mile hike up to Raccoon Knob and Cherokee Mountain. Meet 9 a.m. at the Cherokee Castle, 6113 N. Daniels Park Road, Sedalia. Cost is $25 per person and includes hike, mini tour of the castle and lunch. Info: 303-688-5555.
Zebulon Pike program | A program about Zebulon Pike’s unsuccessful ascent of Pike’s Peak and his exploration of Colorado, will be at 7:30 p.m. at Cheyenne Mountain State Park, 410 JL Ranch Heights, Colorado Springs. Meet at Camper Services. A $6 daily State Parks pass is required for all vehicles entering the park. Info/register: 719-646-1977.
Kids science program | “Entomology,” a free program for kids ages 6-years and older (with an adult), will be at 1 p.m. at Camper Services in Cheyenne Mountain State Park, 410 JL Ranch Heights, Colorado Springs. Participants receive a certificate upon completion of the 1.5-hour course. A $6 daily State Parks pass is required for all vehicles entering the park. Register/info: 719-646-1977.
Raptor center open house | The Rocky Mountain Raptor Program, 720 B East Vine Drive, Fort Collins, is hosting an open house event from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. See raptors and meet their handlers, and take a behind-the-scenes tour of the raptor hospital and treatment facility, and tour the Educational Ambassador building. Info: 970-484-7756.
EarthWorks Expo | The 3rd annual EarthWorks Expo will be Aug. 22-23 at the Denver Merchandise Mart at I-25 and E. 58th Ave. Green-minded families can see and learn about hundreds of sustainable products and services with an estimated 150 exhibitors, 42 workshops, and two keynote speakers. There will also be special programs for children in the EarthKIDS area. Attendees can also meet several live animals and trained animal handlers from the Denver Zoo. Hours are from 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. Aug. 22; and 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Aug. 23. Daily adult admission is $5; seniors and youth $3; and free for children 12 and under when accompanied by an adult. Parking is free. Info: . or 970-416-8700.
Aug. 23
Guided hike | “Hike Soapstone!” a free, half-day, volunteer Master Naturalist-guided hike, will be at 10 a.m. in Soapstone Prairie, which is 25 miles north of Fort Collins. From Fort Collins, take Hwy. 1/Terry Lake Road to County Road 15 north, turn north onto Rawhide Flats Road and continue north to the entrance station. The 5 to 7-mile hike is rated “moderate.” Register: 970-416-2815 or e-mail naturalareas@fcgov.com.
Family hike Join | volunteer naturalists Mike and Sonia Zipparo for a hike to Lucas Homestead and the Rim in Castlewood Canyon State Park, 2989 S. State Highway 83, Franktown. The round-trip distance will be a little over 2-miles and will be mostly uphill to the Rim and downhill back to the parking area. Strollers will not work on the terrain, so young children must hike or be carried. Participants will travel through four ecosystems on the way to the top of the Rim. Take drinking water and snacks; wear sunscreen and dress appropriately for the weather. Meet at 2 p.m. at the Homestead parking lot on the west side of the park. Info: 303-688-5242.
Natural area program | Soapstone Prairie Natural Area is offering a free program, at 10 a.m., “What’s So Special About Soapstone Prairie?” Soapstone Prairie is 25 miles north of Fort Collins. From Fort Collins, take Hwy. 1/Terry Lake Road to County Road 15 north, turn north onto Rawhide Flats Road and continue north to the entrance station. Meet at the north parking lot. Info: 970-416-2815 or e-mail naturalareas@fcgov.com.
To publicize upcoming science events geared toward and open to the public, mail details at least two weeks in advance to Andrea Labak, Scientifically Speaking, The Denver Post, City Desk, 101 W. Colfax Ave., Suite 600, Denver, CO 80202, or e-mail Scispeak@denverpost.com.
