Our Programs
The Nature & Wildlife Discovery Center offers programs for all ages. From guided raptor tours to backcountry adventures, we’ve got the perfect program to get you outdoors and connecting with nature. We can accommodate groups of all sizes. Age-specific activities for children are designed to meet the specific social, emotional, physical, and developmental needs of children. Upon request, similar activities may be offered to meet the needs of other age groups as skill-level, staffing, and scheduling permit. Keep reading below for additional details about the variety of programs we offer.
Please fill out the Inquiry Form below to inquire about a personalized program you would like to plan with NWDC. Select “I would like more information”, the type of program you are interested in, and your preferred date. Our program director will follow up with you promptly. Don’t forget to ask about our member discount!
Please book two weeks in advance of your desired personalized program date. A lot of behind-the-scenes magic goes into each program, and we want to be sure your experience is top-notch. Thank you in advance!
Near the middle of the page is a calendar of public programs and events with registration links.
At the bottom of the page is a complete listing of all currently scheduled public programs and events with registration links.
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In addition to the public programs below which often include educational elements, we offer several specifically educational programs for pre-K through 10th grade that run throughout the school year. See our education page for more information about them.
Knee High
Nature Hour
First Friday — Preferred pre-school aged children
(with adult chaperone)
Family Discovery
Day
Second Saturday — Everyone (all ages)
(an adult must accompany children)
Public Raptor
Tours
Second and Fourth Saturday — Everyone (all ages)
(an adult must accompany children)
Arkansas Valley Audubon Society (AVAS) Bird Walks
Fourth Saturday of the month, year-round — Suitable for families and birders of all levels
Self-Guided
Reflections Hike
Second Sunday of the month, year-round —
Everyone (all ages)
(an adult must accompany children)
Yoga On
the River
First Saturday of the month, spring-fall —
Ages 13 and up
(Participants < 18 with an adult)
Girl Scouts of Colorado NWDC Badge Workshops
Twice a year (fall and spring) — Brownie Girl Scouts
(with parent or guardian)
Summer Camps
(Day and Overnight)
June to the first week of August —
Kindergarteners-10th graders
(registrations open March 1st)
Low Element
Challenge Course
Anytime (at Mountain Campus) —
Any school group, non-profit,
or corporate organization
Program Inquiry Packet
Discovery Awaits!
Our Program Inquiry Packet includes NWDC’s 2024 nature programs and program add-ons, as well as information on our group development programs, low-element challenge course, and bird of prey presentations. All of our lessons are built around natural science themes, and incorporate state educational standards in all the major academic fields: science, geography, reading, writing, math, history, health, and physical education. Please click below to download the packet and review our prices.
On the last page is a fillable reservation form. Please download the packet, complete the reservation form, and then email it to our Programs team at programs@hikeandlearn.org to begin your formal inquiry. Adventure is just around the corner, and we can’t wait to get you outside with us!
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NWDC Gift Shop Gift Certificate
December: Knee High Nature Hour at the NWDC River Campus!
December: Family Discovery Day Program
Weekend Raptor Tour – Dec 14, 2024 – 2:00 PM Reservation Time Slot
Weekend Raptor Tour – Dec 14, 2024 – 1:00 PM Reservation Time Slot
Weekend Raptor Tour – Dec 14, 2024 – 12:00 PM Reservation Time Slot
