ASPEN ACRES FIRE
The Pueblo Mountain Park is closed to the public. NWDC is moving all program and admin operations to the River Campus in Pueblo.
We are monitoring the aftermath of the fire, but do not have on-site information. Please check the City of Pueblo or Pueblo County Sheriff's Department Facebook pages for updates.
Click below to donate to our recovery fund:
Discovery Awaits
We promote environmental stewardship & community health through nature education, wildlife rehabilitation, and outdoor recreation.
Help us provide meaningful natural experiences to our community
Upcoming Events
The December 27, 2025 bird walk had 15 participants observed 16 species on a lovely, warmish morning. Gadwall American Wigeon (featured in cover photo) Mallard Bufflehead Common Goldeneye White-winged Dove Mourning Dove American Coot Pied-billed Grebe Belted Kingfisher Downy Woodpecker Hairy Woodpecker Northern Flicker Blue Jay White-breasted Nuthatch White-crowned Sparrow Total Species – 16
Joining students in their wonder for the natural world is a magical experience.
Overwintering wasps, wiry lichen clinging to fallen bark, pillowy moss growing between cracks in rocks, and many, many Ponderosa pine cones.
Commitment to Inclusivity
The Nature & Wildlife Discovery Center welcomes ALL individuals as visitors, participants, and employees. We do not discriminate with regard to race, color, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, religion, belief, creed, nationality, ethnicity, ability, or age.
