ONGOING EVENTS
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 .
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.
Nature/arts seminars Rocky Mountain Nature Association offers field-based, hands-on seminars in Rocky Mountain National Park. Seminar topics include: wildflowers, mammals, birds, cultural history, outdoor skills, photography, painting and writing. Info/register: call the Field Seminar Center at 970-586-3262.
Kids nature programs Roxborough State Park, 4751 N. Roxborough Drive, Littleton, offers a “kids hour” with activities, stories and/or short nature hikes. Programs vary depending on kids ages and are scheduled at 10:30 a.m. on June 1, 8, 15, 22, and 29. A $6 daily State Parks pass is required for all vehicles entering the park. Register: 303-973-3959.
Kids nature programs The Nature and Raptor Center of Pueblo, 5200 Nature Center Road, has several free program On the second Friday of each month, there is a “Knee High Nature Hour” program for 2-3 year old children from 10 to 11 a.m. where a parent/guardian will explore nature with their toddler through music, crafts and games. On the third Friday of the month there is a “Raptor Tales Story Series,” program for kids ages 3-5 years old from 10 to 11 a.m. The program includes nature-themed stories, outdoor exploration and activities. The programs are free; there is a $3 parking fee. Space is limited and pre-registration is required. Info/register: 719-549-2414 or visit .
Nature/science programs The Fort Collins Museum & Discovery Science Center, 200 Matthews St., Fort Collins, has many activities, programs and events for children and adults, ranging from lectures to stargazing to hands-on science labs. Also, the Museum offers free admission every third Sunday of the month. Info: or 970-221-6738.
Children’s nature/science programs The Children’s Museum of Denver, 2121 Children’s Museum Drive, has several science and nature activities for kids. Super Science Sundays at 3 p.m. on Sundays gives children a chance to try their hand at chemistry by mixing up and engineering their own toothpaste. Bubble Brigade at 11 a.m. on Sundays teaches kids about pressure with an explosive science experiment. Info: 303-433-7444 or .
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.
Birding trail routes on Internet The Colorado Birding Trail has expanded to the west. Colorado’s southwest region, which includes the San Luis Valley, has been incorporated into the Colorado Birding Trail website. This trail features 13 new routes and more than 200 sites that provide wildlife viewers and birders with opportunities to see unique species in some of Colorado’s most spectacular environments. Info: .
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 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 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.
Kids nature program Morrison Nature Center at Star K Ranch offers a “Wet and Wild Wednesdays at Aurora Reservoir” program for kids ages 6-12 Wednesdays at Aurora Reservoir, 5800 S. Powhaton Road. The programs focus on a different topic each week. “Insects and Spiders,” is the topic of the June 2 program; “Aquatic Insects,” is the topic of the June 16 program; and “Birds, Nests and Eggs,” is the topic of the June 30 program. Programs at Aurora Reservoir have a $10 per vehicle entry fee. Info/register: 303-739-2428.
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.
Also, during the summer months, there will be guided prairie falcon walks at 5 p.m. Wednesdays beginning May 19; guided bat walks at 6:30 p.m. Tuesdays beginning June 15; and “Magpie Players” programs at 4:45 p.m. Thursdays June through August. Info: 719-634-6666.
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 .
Junior naturalist program Roxborough State Park, 4751 N. Roxborough Drive, Littleton, offers a “junior naturalist” program for children. Kids can earn a Certificate of Completion or continue on for an official Junior Naturalist Patch. Two hikes are required for completion. Kids will use their artistic skills and gain knowledge of the outdoors in this program. Ask the Visitor Center for details. A $6 daily State Parks pass is required for all vehicles entering the park. Register: 303-973-3959.
Junior rangers program
The Morrison Nature Center at Star K Ranch, 16002 E. Smith Road, Aurora, offers a free junior rangers program for kids ages 6-12 at 1:30 p.m. on the second Sunday of each month. For information or to register, call 303-739-2428.
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 .
Green Building Group discussion group “Talking Green,” a Steamboat Springs Green Building Group, meets for educational discussions at 5:30 p.m. the 4th Tuesday of every month at Harwigs/L’Apogee, 911 Lincoln Ave. Info: 970-879-7529.
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. Register: 720-898-7405.
Star-gazing activities From June through September, star-gazing programs and telescopic viewing activities are offered at Black Canyon of the Gunnison National Park’s South Rim Amphitheater/Campground. Info: .
Nature activities Curecanti National Recreation Area, between Montrose and Gunnison on Highway 50, offers several free programs. From June through September, there are star-gazing activities, programs and telescopic viewings. Also, there is a “Junior Ranger” program 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. The program includes stories and nature activities, crafts, short hikes 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.
Self-guided homestead tours Castlewood Canyon State Park, 2989 S. Highway 83, Franktown, has a new one-fourth-mile trail and self-guided booklet that takes visitors on a tour of Park’s old homestead and its out-buildings. The trail booklet is available at the homestead and the Visitor Center. Info: 303-688-5242.
GPS, map and compass class On the second Friday of selected months (subject to staff availability), there are free USGS GPS, Map and compass classes at Building 810, Federal Center, Lakewood. Class schedule is: Map and Compass from 9 to 11:30 a.m. and GPS from 12:30 to 5 p.m. Info/register: 303-202-4689 or e-mail gpsworkshops@usgs.gov, or visit .
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.
Roxborough Ride Naturalist-guided tours in a seven-passenger golf cart around the Fountain Valley Trail are offered at 11 a.m. and 12:30 p.m. Fridays and Saturdays in Roxborough State Park, 4751 N. Roxborough Drive, Littleton. A Memorial Day ride is at 11 a.m. May 30. Father’s Day rides are at 11 a.m. on June 20. A $6 daily State Parks pass is required for all vehicles entering the park. Reservations are required for the rides; donations are accepted for vehicle maintenance. Register: 303-973-3959.
Wildflower tours The Denver Botanic Gardens is offering free wildflower tours on Mount Goliath at 9 a.m. Tuesdays and Thursdays between June 22 through Aug. 7; and Saturdays June 26, July 3, July 17, July 31, and Aug. 7. Discover the life cycles and lore of alpine tundra on free, guide-led tours on the M. Walter Pesman Trail at Mount Goliath. The hike is a moderately difficult, 1.5-mile downhill trek. The tours are open to adults and children ages 10 and older. Register at least a week in advance: 720-865-3539 or e-mail tours@botanicgardens.org.
TODAY
Archaeology program Learn about the Lindenmeier National Historic Landmark and archaeological site on a half-mile walk on an easy, paved trail at 10 a.m. at Soapstone Prairie Natural Area, 25 miles north of Fort Collins. From Fort Collins, take Hwy. 1/ Terry Lake Road to County Road 15 north (towards Waverly). From County Road 15, turn north onto Rawhide Flats Road and continue north to the entrance station. Meet at the north parking lot. Info: 970-416-2815, e-mail naturalareas@fcgov.com or .
Wildflower hike Naturalist and Native Plant Master Susan Dunn will lead a hike on the Swallowtail trail for participants to view wildflowers at 7:30 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. The hike is approximately 5 miles; take a snack/lunch and water. Dress for the weather and meet at the Visitor Center. The program is weather dependent, call the park on the day of the program. Info: 303-973-3959.
MONDAY
Wildflower hike Naturalist and Betty Timson will lead a hike to view wildflowers at 1 p.m. in Roxborough State Park, 4751 N. Roxborough Drive, Littleton. A $6 daily State Parks pass is required for all vehicles entering the park. Register: 303-973-3959.
Free museum admission for active military The Wildlife Experience, 10035 S. Peoria, Parker, is offering free admission for active military and their families between Memorial Day and Labor Day (Sept. 6). Info: 720-488-3300.
TUESDAY
Geology walk Jay Temple will lead a free “Geology Walk” at 6:30 p.m. on Perkins Trail and the Central Garden area at Garden of the Gods. Meet at the Garden of the Gods Visitor and Nature Center, 1805 N. 30th St., Colorado Springs. Register: 719-219-0108.
Plant walk An easy, two-mile walk in search of prairie plants, will be at 9 a.m. at Cathy Fromme Prairie Natural Area, located in Fort Collins approximately 1 mile south of Harmony Road on the west side of County Road 17 (Shields Street from Fort Collins / Taft Avenue from Loveland). Meet at the Shields Street parking lot. Info: 970-416-2815 or e-mail naturalareas@fcgov.com. Program cancellations or changes are posted at 24-hours in advance when possible.
WEDNESDAY
Boulder Green Building Guild lunchtime talk “FortZED – A Template for Inspiration and Action, Growing to be the World’s Largest Active Zero Energy District,” a talk in the BGBG Commercial Brown Bag Series, will be at 11:30 a.m. in the Community Room at the Boulder REI, 1789 28th St. Cost is free for members, $20 non-members. Register: .
Nature walk An easy, two-mile walk will be from 10 a.m. to noon 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 (towards Waverly). From County Road 15, 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. Program cancellations or changes are posted at 24-hours in advance when possible.
Water energy field trip “The Power of Nature: Watch Water Create Electricity,” a Denver Museum of Nature & Science field trip, led by Bob Raynolds, research associate, Earth Sciences Department, will be from 7:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. The trip includes visiting two hydroelectric generating stations, both in operation for more than 100 years. Start at the Georgetown Energy Museum, tour Shoshone Station on the Colorado River in Glenwood Springs Canyon, then end the day with a snack at the Dillon Dam Brewery, next to the largest water storage facility in the Denver Water System. Cost is $75 members, $105 nonmembers, and includes transportation and lunch. Register: call 303-370-6000.
Commercial energy efficiency showcase The Greening Lakewood Business Partnership is hosting a free “Commercial Energy-Efficiency Showcase,” from 3 to 7 p.m. at The Learning Source, 455 Pierce St. The showcase will demonstrate the potential savings and other corporate benefits associated with commercial property improvements. Lakewood Mayor Bob Murphy will speak at the event, along with representatives from national, regional and city groups. The showcase also includes a half-hour documentary detailing the fully-financed “extreme green makeover” that is planned for The Learning Source. Info/register: .
THURSDAY
Photography hike Naturalist and photographer Derald Hoffman will lead a photo-hike, “Shoot Like John Fielder,” at 9 a.m. in Roxborough State Park, 4751 N. Roxborough Drive, Littleton. Meet in the Park’s Visitor Center; take your camera. A $6 daily State Parks pass is required for all vehicles entering the park. Register: 303-973-3959.
Ancient humans program “The Search for the Ancient Folsom Culture,” a program by Jason LaBelle, Professor of Anthropology at Colorado State University, will be at 9 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 (towards Waverly). From County Road 15, turn north onto Rawhide Flats Road and continue north to the entrance station. Meet at the north parking lot. Register: 970-416-2815 or e-mail naturalareas@fcgov.com with your contact information and program choices. Program cancellations or changes are posted at 24-hours in advance when possible.
Kids nature program “Jr. Bobcats: Survivor,” a program for kids ages 8-12 (with a parent/guardian), will be at 9 a.m. at Bobcat Ridge Natural Area. Directions: from Fort Collins, take Harmony Road west, it turns into County Road 38 E. Follow County Road 38 E to Masonville. Go left (south) at the Masonville Mercantile onto County Road 27. Follow County Road 27 about 1 mile to County Road 32 C, head west about 1 mile to the Bobcat Ridge parking lot. Meet at the picnic shelter. Register: 970-416-2815 or e-mail naturalareas@fcgov.com with your contact information and program choices. Program cancellations or changes are posted at 24-hours in advance when possible.
Beetle film screening and event A screening of “Beetle Queen Conquers Tokyo,” hosted by filmmaker Jessica Oreck, will be at 7 p.m. at the Denver Museum Star of Nature & Science, 2001 Colorado Blvd. The film explores the mystery of Japan’s love affair with bugs. Discuss the film, meet some Museum beetles and ask curator of entomology Frank Krell about beetle behavior and biology. Cost is $12 for Museum or Denver Film Society members, $15 nonmembers. Info/register: 303-322-7009 or visit .
FRIDAY
Denver Botanic Gardens at Chatfield free day The Denver Botanic Gardens at Chatfield, 8500 Deer Creek Canyon Road, Littleton, is offering free admission for Colorado residents starting at 9 a.m. Info: 303-973-1979 or .
Bent Fort 50th anniversary celebration Bent’s Old Fort, 35110 Hwy. 194 East, La Junta, is celebrating its 50th anniversary of becoming a National Historic Site with activities on June 4 and 5. Presentations include revisiting the four major Made-for-TV films shot, in part, on location there. The event will also commemorate many aspects of the fort’s history from its construction and use during the 19th century through the ownership and preservation of the site by the Daughters of the American Revolution and the National Park Service in the 20th century to its role today as a 21st century national park and premiere living history site. Info: 719-383-5010.
SATURDAY
Trail work event The Canyon Lakes Ranger District, along with partners Colorado Mountain Club and REI are hosting a National Trails Day volunteer event at on the Greyrock Trail. Volunteers will meet at 8 a.m. at the Forest Service office, 2150 Centre Ave., Bldg. E, Fort Collins. There will be a safety briefing and then participants will carpool to the trail. Volunteers do not need any experience with trail work and families with children ages 13 and older are encouraged to participate. Volunteers should wear boots and gloves and take plenty of drinking water. Hardhats and tools will be provided. A pizza party will follow the trail work. Register: go to and search for the Greyrock Mountain National Trails Day event. Info: contact Kristy Wumkes at 970-295-6721.
Wildflower event A Master Naturalist will lead easy to moderate hikes of varying lengths in search of wildflowers from 9 a.m. to noon at Bobcat Ridge Natural Area. There will be a children’s activity included. Directions: from Fort Collins, take Harmony Road west, it turns into County Road 38 E. Follow County Road 38 E to Masonville. Go left (south) at the Masonville Mercantile onto County Road 27. Follow County Road 27 about 1 mile to County Road 32 C, head west about 1 mile to the Bobcat Ridge parking lot. Meet at the picnic shelter. Info: 970-416-2815 or e-mail naturalareas@fcgov.com. Program cancellations or changes are posted at 24-hours in advance when possible.
Archaeology program “Archaeology of Soapstone Prairie,” a program “exploring the story of the Lindenmeier Site and other archaeological wonders,” 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 (towards Waverly). From County Road 15, turn north onto Rawhide Flats Road and continue north to the entrance station. The program includes a half-mile, easy walk. Meet at the north parking lot. Info: 970-416-2815 or e-mail naturalareas@fcgov.com. Program cancellations or changes are posted at 24-hours in advance when possible.
Wildflower hike Naturalist Linda will lead a two-hour, free hike in search of wildflowers at 9 a.m. at the Devil’s Backbone Open Space, located west of Loveland off Hwy. 34. Info: contact Rob Novak at 970-679-4561.
Free admission at several Greeley museums Admission will be free from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. at 1870 Meeker Home and Greeley History Museum, 714 18th St., and at Centennial Village, 1475 A St. At the Centennial Village Museum, there will be a transportation-theme and a “trike trek” for children. Info: 970-350-9220 or .
Nature/wildflower hike The Table Mountain Conservation Fund is offering a free wildflower hike on North Table Mountain, will be led by Deborah Darnell, a Native Plant Master and member of the Colorado Native Plant Society and Dan Kunz, Plant Master. Register at 8:30 a.m. at Tony Grampus Park, off West 44th Avenue on Salvia Street, just east of the Golden Railroad Museum. The hike starts at 9 a.m. Take water, sunscreen, hiking boots and a camera. Info: 303-278-7465 or .
Wildflower walk Volunteer Naturalists Barbara and Jacquie will lead an easy, two-hour hike in search of wildflowers at 9 a.m. at Horsetooth Mountain Open Space, located west of Fort Collins off of Hwy. 38E. A $6 per vehicle entrance permit is required. Info: contact Rob Novak at 970-679-4561.
Geology hike Naturalist Roger Dowell will lead a geology hike at 10:30 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.
Coyote program and hike “Wiley Coyotes,” a program and two-hour, easy hike, led by Naturalist and former veterinarian Bob, will be at 8 a.m. at Red Mountain Open Space, located about 25 miles north of Fort Collins off of County Road 15. Register: . Info: contact Rob Novak at 970-679-4561.
Green energy project and service fair The Boulder Green Building Guild’s fourth annual Product and Service Fair, a free event, will be from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. in Boulder Central Park, Canyon Boulevard and 13th Street. Info: .
Atmospheric research center open house The National Center for Atmospheric Research and University Corporation for Atmospheric Research are offering the public a rare, behind-the-scenes view of their scientific facilities from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. at an open house event. The day-long event, at three locations in Boulder and Broomfield, features demonstrations of cutting-edge scientific tools; including a research aircraft with specialized instruments; laboratory tours; weather balloon launches; demonstrations of satellite data; an exhibit on supercomputing over the decades; scientific talks; special activities for children; and more. Many of the activities will take place at NCAR’s Foothils Lab campus, 3450 Mitchell Lane, in northeast Boulder, with additional events at NCAR’s Mesa Lab, 1800 Table Mesa Drive, and its research facility at Rocky Mountain Regional Airport, 10802 Airport Court in Broomfield. Info: .
Garbage program The Garbage Garage Education Center at the Larimer County Landfill, 5887 S. Taft Hill Road, Fort Collins, is offering a free class, “What’s Up at the Landfill?” from 10 a.m. to noon. Get a behind-the-scenes tour and learn about the new methane gas collection system, water and more. Register: 970-498-5772 or e-mail rwatson@larimer.org.
June 6
Historic open house There will be an open house event from noon to 3 p.m. at the Historic Persse Place in Roxborough State Park, 4751 N. Roxborough Drive, Littleton. Hike the Fountain Valley trail to the home. Naturalists will be on hand to give tours and share historic details. A $6 daily State Parks pass is required for all vehicles entering the park. Info: 303-973-3959.
Homestead hike Guided hikes to see the remains of dwellings from the homesteading days will be given from 9 a.m. to 2 p.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 (towards Waverly). From County Road 15, turn north onto Rawhide Flats Road and continue north to the entrance station. Meet at the south parking lot; the program includes six-miles of moderate-strenuous hiking. Register: 970-416-2815 or e-mail naturalareas@fcgov.com with your contact information and program choices. Program cancellations or changes are posted at 24-hours in advance when possible.
Poudre River/native peoples program “People of the Poudre,” a talk and 2-mile easy walk on the Poudre River Trail, will be at 2 p.m. Meet at the Lee Martinez Park, 600 N. Sherwood St., in the parking lot east of the tennis courts. Info: 970-416-2815 or e-mail naturalareas@fcgov.com. Program cancellations or changes are posted at 24-hours in advance when possible.
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.
