Trail
Blazers I and II
Grab your daypacks, hiking shoes and a sense of adventure! We’re heading
to the hills for a 3-day hiking extravaganza! Beginner thru advanced
hikers welcome. Please sign up accordingly: *Beginner hiker: 1-2 miles
on easy- moderate terrain. *Advanced hiker: 3-5 miles on moderate-strenuous
terrain.
For all ages June 30, July 1 & 2 - MTW, 1 week program
Programs
for 5-6 year olds
NederBugs!
Calling all NederBugs! This month Wild Bear will be exploring geology,
mining, insects, water, pottery, soil, and worms. We'll be getting
a little dirty, creating and constructing, and most importantly...having
fun! July 7-18: GoldDiggers! (MWF)and Aquamania! (T/Th);July 21-August
1: Bug World (MWF) and Clay Works! (T/Th) You may sign your child
up for MWF and/or T/Th. 2 day/$95, 3 day/$140
Programs for
6-8 year olds
Rock n' Roll!
Hello Rock-Heads...join us on this Rocky Mountain geological adventure!
Interact with Colorado's past fortune-filled mining history. Journey
into the depths of a dark and damp mine! July 7, 9, 11, 14, 16, 18
- MWF, 2 week program $270
Rain Dancers
Water water, we need water! Join us on this wet adventure to explore
water! From the melting snow to the rivers, lakes, pond, and streams....where
does it all go and why is it so precious? Splish Splash! July 8, 10,
15, 17 - T/Th, 2 week program $180
Insect Detectives
YOUNG ENTOMOLOGISTS, join us for an exciting adventure to the fascinating
world of insects! From butterflies to beetles, we can't survive without
them! Sweep with nets and set traps to find these amazing animals!
July 21, 23, 25, 28, 30, August 1 - MWF, 2 week program $270
Earth Clay
Come & get your hands dirty! From the earth to the fire....interact
with clay to learn about Earth-enhanced Puebloan pottery. Learn ancient
techniques by modeling the works of Maria Martinez of San Ildefonso.
Do a pit fire! July 22, 24, 29, 31 - T/Th, 2 week program $180 plus
$10 material fee
Programs
for 7-10 year olds
Bugs in My Food!
Discover the world of bacteria and other microbes! Become a microbiologist
and investigate the lives of these almost invisible organisms. We'll
learn how to make pizza, ginger ale and other tasty treats using real
live organisms! July 7, 9, 11, 14, 16, 18 - MWF, 2 week program $270
Animal Trackers
Learn how to identify the footprints & signs of the local animals
around you & the stories they tell. Create a field guide of your own
to take with you on your own animal tracking adventures to come! July
8, 10, 15, 17 - T/Th, 2 week program $180
Blaze Rangers
Why so many fires? Journey along hot trails, visit past burn sites
and learn how fire can be good. Learn how to protect our forests and
homes from going up in flames from local firefighters! Become a Blaze
Ranger!! July 21, 23, 25, 28, 30, August 1 - MWF, 2 week program $270
Earth Sculptures
Using earth-borne sources such as leaves, bark, rock, clay, stones,
plants & twigs, creatively express yourself through the art of sculpture.
Learn how to work instinctively with nature to form an ever-growing
understanding of the land. July 22, 24, 29, 31 - T/Th, 2 week program
$180
Programs
for 9-12 year olds
Flyfishing II
Sharpen your skills and practice the mysterious craft flyfishing,
the sport that has engaged millions in a life- long passion for the
outdoors and understanding the cycles of nature. Barbless hooks and
catch and release! July 7, 9, 11, 14, 16, 18 - MWF, 2 week program
$270 plus $10 material fee
Back Country Navigators
Gain the skills and confidence it takes to navigate through the wilderness.
Learn how to use a map and compass in order to travel off trail; while
leaving little impact on the Earth. Have fun navigating our course
in the woods!
July 8, 10, 15, 17 - T/Th, 2 week program $180
Wild Earth Artists
Express the beauty of nature through colorful creations. Discover
your artistic talents as we paint, sketch, mold and dye using gifts
from the Earth. July 21, 23, 25, 28, 30, August 1 - MWF, 2 week program
$270
Primitive Survivors I
Discover the deep connection and respect our ancestors had with the
Earth. Build shelters, learn about cordage, and utilize primitive
tools to acquire skills needed to become one with your surroundings.
July 22, 24, 29, 31 - T/Th, 2 week program $180
Programs
for 12-14 year olds
Photography Workshop!
Join our explorations into the science and art of field photography!
Expand your observation skills, critique picture composition and photograph
everything from scenic landscapes to wildlife and waterfalls. Afterwards
develop your negatives and enlarge your prints in the darkroom! Bring
your 35mm manual camera and 2 rolls of T-max 200 speed black and white
film. Telephoto and macro lens recommended. Monday , July 14 and Wednesday
, July 16 $85 plus $15 material fee
Backcountry Campout!
Join us for an exciting 3 day/2 night camping adventure in the beautiful
Rocky Mountains. Engulf yourself in the tranquility of nature, while
meeting new people and learning backcountry skills. Learn how to use
a map and compass, cook outdoors, hang bear bags, and build "Leave
No Trace" fires (if permitted) with an emphasis on primitive living
skills such as identifying edible and medicinal plants, shelter building
and making cordage from plants. There will be a two day preliminary
workshop designed to prepare for this backcountry trip, including
selecting the site and trails, designing the menus, gear selection,and
how to pack for this three day and two night expedition! Thursday,
July 24 & Friday, 25 Prep Workshop at Wild Bear 10am-2pm Monday, July
28- Wednesday, July 30 Campout
Need to provide own personal gear (sleeping bag, tent, etc) Group
gear (stove, cooking supplies, etc) and food provided. Cost:$350
