UPCOMING EVENTS
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Bird Walks with Wild Bear
Join Wild Bear staff, board members, and local birders for fun mornings full of birding and nature exploration. Get outside with fellow bird lovers and get to know local birds and their favorite places to hang out!
Bird Walks with Wild Bear
Join Wild Bear staff, board members, and local birders for fun mornings full of birding and nature exploration. Get outside with fellow bird lovers and get to know local birds and their favorite places to hang out!
Yoga in the Woods
Join registered and resident Wild Bear Yoga instructors for a rejuvenating and relaxing nature based all levels yoga and meditation practice.
Yoga in the Woods
Join registered and resident Wild Bear Yoga instructors for a rejuvenating and relaxing nature based all levels yoga and meditation practice.
Yoga in the Woods
Join registered and resident Wild Bear Yoga instructors for a rejuvenating and relaxing nature based all levels yoga and meditation practice.
Bird Walks with Wild Bear
Join Wild Bear staff, board members, and local birders for fun mornings full of birding and nature exploration. Get outside with fellow bird lovers and get to know local birds and their favorite places to hang out!
Second Saturday Snowshoe Hike
We invite you to strap on the snowshoes (wild bear provided), put on your warm layers, and hit the trails with us on a sure to please Saturday morning adventure this winter. Participants will keep moving on snowshoes as we explore as a community how wildlife adapts to winter conditions, the fun science behind snow, and so much!
Second Saturday Snowshoe Hike
We invite you to strap on the snowshoes (wild bear provided), put on your warm layers, and hit the trails with us on a sure to please Saturday morning adventure this winter. Participants will keep moving on snowshoes as we explore as a community how wildlife adapts to winter conditions, the fun science behind snow, and so much!
Second Saturday Snowshoe Hikes
We invite you to strap on the snowshoes (wild bear provided), put on your warm layers, and hit the trails with us on a sure to please Saturday morning adventure this winter. Participants will keep moving on snowshoes as we explore as a community how wildlife adapts to winter conditions, the fun science behind snow, and so much!
Foraging for Fungi with Zach Hedstrom
Join local mushroom expert Zach Hedstrom for an excursion into the mysterious world of wild mushrooms. At specific times of the year, the Colorado Rockies are home to a wide range of mushroom diversity. During this wild mushroom walk, Zach will educate participants on the fundamentals of hunting mushrooms in Colorado: when and where to pick, how to seek mushroom habitat, how to collect unknown mushrooms, and how to take a spore print for identification. He will also guide us through the process of identifying unknown mushrooms using local mushrooms found in the field during the foray.
Foraging for Fungi with Zach Hedstrom
Join local mushroom expert Zach Hedstrom for an excursion into the mysterious world of wild mushrooms. At specific times of the year, the Colorado Rockies are home to a wide range of mushroom diversity. During this wild mushroom walk, Zach will educate participants on the fundamentals of hunting mushrooms in Colorado: when and where to pick, how to seek mushroom habitat, how to collect unknown mushrooms, and how to take a spore print for identification. He will also guide us through the process of identifying unknown mushrooms using local mushrooms found in the field during the foray.
Community Mountain Hikes: Arapaho Pass
Planned Hike: Arapaho Pass
More difficult hike (6+ miles)
Hike in the beautiful Rocky Mountains with Adwoa Lemieux as your guide!
EVERY WEDNESDAY JUNE 7TH - AUGUST 9TH
Build community as you hike & learn!
We will meet and hike each week exploring the trails near Nederland Colorado. We will build our hikes on where the wildflowers are! Each week a new place, new views and a new perspective. Hikes will include Arapahoe Pass, Forest Lakes, Glacier View, Niwot Ridge, Golden Gate State Park trails and more!
Our goal will be to blend the physicality of hiking together with the botanical beauty of the wild flowers. We will learn about tracks and scat, the history of our chosen trails, identifying flowers and learning about edible wildflowers/herbal uses. We will also enjoy the social aspects of being together as a community. The pace will match the group as a whole and inspire each other along the way.
ABOUT THE INSTRUCTOR:
Adwoa Lemieux has been an environmental educator at Wild Bear for 10 years. She has led the Mountain Adventure Kids Groups leading kids age 10-12 hiking and in the Nature Art Program. She also led Team Earth. She led the Wild Bear After School nature and art program for many years. This year is the inaugural year for outdoor Adult Camps. Adwoa has lived in and has hiked in the Indian Peaks for over 25 year. She has a specialty in both identifying wild flowers (and in finding the spots where they are blooming!) and in the uses of medicinal herbs and flowers. She makes her own herbal salves, teas, honey and balms. She was the herbalist at Nature's Own Natural Food Store. She has also taught in the Women's ski programs for over ten year and continues to teach at Eldora Ski Resort as a ski instructor. Living and being in the mountains and outdoors everyday is essential for her well being!
MEET AT
Wild Bear Nature Center
COST
$65. Classes are now 50% off using the code: WILD50 ($32.50/hike).
Generous scholarships available. If interested in a scholarship opportunity, please fill out this application form.
INCLUDED IN COST
- All necessary permits for locations
- A Naturalist Guide w/ 25 years of experience & knowledge of the area
- A Pocket Naturalist Guide for first-time participants
PLEASE BRING
- Sun protection
- Layers & rain gear for changing temps/precipitation
- Proper footwear
- Snacks, plenty of water & a sack lunch
- Backpack to carry all of the above
Let us know ahead of time if you need any support with gear! We have extras that we can bring if we know of needs in advance.
PLEASE NOTE
*Hike location subject to change based on weather & other environmental considerations.
*All hikes will be adjusted to the group needs, goals, pace and there will be time for rest along the way.
*The hikes will build in difficulty throughout the summer ranging from moderate to more difficult. The average hike is 3-6+ miles.
Please contact Adwoa at Wild Bear Nature Center (303-258-0495) if you have any questions or concerns.
Foraging for Fungi with Zach Hedstrom
Join local mushroom expert Zach Hedstrom for an excursion into the mysterious world of wild mushrooms. At specific times of the year, the Colorado Rockies are home to a wide range of mushroom diversity. During this wild mushroom walk, Zach will educate participants on the fundamentals of hunting mushrooms in Colorado: when and where to pick, how to seek mushroom habitat, how to collect unknown mushrooms, and how to take a spore print for identification. He will also guide us through the process of identifying unknown mushrooms using local mushrooms found in the field during the foray.
Fly-Tying & Fly-Fishing in the Wild
Join us for a morning intro to Fly tying, where we'l learn the basics and tie 2-3 flies. We'll break for lunch and then meet up on the water (locations may vary) for introduction to fly casting and fishing from shore.
Women’s Wednesdays Mountain Hikes: Caribou Townsite/505 Trail
Planned Hike: Caribou Townsite/505 Trail
Moderate hike
Hike in the beautiful Rocky Mountains with Adwoa Lemieux as your guide!
EVERY WEDNESDAY JUNE 7TH - AUGUST 9TH
Build community as you hike & learn!
We will meet and hike each week exploring the trails near Nederland Colorado. We will build our hikes on where the wildflowers are! Each week a new place, new views and a new perspective. Hikes will include Arapahoe Pass, Forest Lakes, Glacier View, Niwot Ridge, Golden Gate State Park trails and more!
Our goal will be to blend the physicality of hiking together with the botanical beauty of the wild flowers. We will learn about tracks and scat, the history of our chosen trails, identifying flowers and learning about edible wildflowers/herbal uses. We will also enjoy the social aspects of being together as a community of women. The pace will match the group as a whole and inspire each other along the way.
ABOUT THE INSTRUCTOR:
Adwoa Lemieux has been an environmental educator at Wild Bear for 10 years. She has led the Mountain Adventure Kids Groups leading kids age 10-12 hiking and in the Nature Art Program. She also led Team Earth. She led the Wild Bear After School nature and art program for many years. This year is the inaugural year for outdoor Adult Camps. Adwoa has lived in and has hiked in the Indian Peaks for over 25 year. She has a specialty in both identifying wild flowers (and in finding the spots where they are blooming!) and in the uses of medicinal herbs and flowers. She makes her own herbal salves, teas, honey and balms. She was the herbalist at Nature's Own Natural Food Store. She has also taught in the Women's ski programs for over ten year and continues to teach at Eldora Ski Resort as a ski instructor. Living and being in the mountains and outdoors everyday is essential for her well being!
MEET AT
Wild Bear Nature Center
COST
$65. Classes are now 50% off using the code: WILD50 ($32.50/hike).
Generous scholarships available. If interested in a scholarship opportunity, please fill out this application form.
INCLUDED IN COST
- All necessary permits for locations
- A Naturalist Guide w/ 25 years of experience & knowledge of the area
- A Pocket Naturalist Guide for first-time Women's Wednesdays participants
PLEASE BRING
- Sun protection
- Layers & rain gear for changing temps/precipitation
- Proper footwear
- Snacks, plenty of water & a sack lunch
- Backpack to carry all of the above
Let us know ahead of time if you need any support with gear! We have extras that we can bring if we know of needs in advance.
DISCOUNTS AVAILABLE:
- If you book 3 or more hikes, use code: 3ORMORE at checkout to receive $5 off each hike.
- If you book all 9 hikes, use code: ALL9 at checkout to receive $15 off each hike.
**Discount codes only apply if you book the appropriate amount during this transaction.
PLEASE NOTE
*Hike location subject to change based on weather & other environmental considerations.
*All hikes will be adjusted to the group needs, goals, pace and there will be time for rest along the way.
*The hikes will build in difficulty throughout the summer ranging from moderate to more difficult. The average hike is 3-6+ miles.
Please contact Adwoa at Wild Bear Nature Center (303-258-0495) if you have any questions or concerns.
Fly-Tying & Fly-Fishing in the Wild
Join us for a morning intro to Fly tying, where we'l learn the basics and tie 2-3 flies. We'll break for lunch and then meet up on the water (locations may vary) for introduction to fly casting and fishing from shore.
Take Pride Outside
Join Wild Bear Nature Center in celebrating Pride Month with a hike guided by Wild Bear lgbtq+ naturalists for lgbtq+ folks and allies. Grab your water bottle and snack, hat, sunscreen, and maybe even a field guide for a beautiful morning of nature exploration, community and fun in celebration of Pride Month!
Bird Walks with Wild Bear
Join Wild Bear staff, board members, and local birders for fun mornings full of birding and nature exploration. Get outside with fellow bird lovers and get to know local birds and their favorite places to hang out!
Fly-Tying & Fly-Fishing in the Wild
Join us for a morning intro to Fly tying, where we'l learn the basics and tie 2-3 flies. We'll break for lunch and then meet up on the water (locations may vary) for introduction to fly casting and fishing from shore.
Bird Walks with Wild Bear
Join Wild Bear staff, board members, and local birders for fun mornings full of birding and nature exploration. Get outside with fellow bird lovers and get to know local birds and their favorite places to hang out!
Homeschool Nature Enrichment Informational Program
Come with your student to our free program on May 18 to see what we do & learn more about our weekly school year program for homeschoolers
Join for games, activities, crafts & information about enrollment!
Bird Walks with Wild Bear
Join Wild Bear staff, board members, and local birders for fun mornings full of birding and nature exploration. Get outside with fellow bird lovers and get to know local birds and their favorite places to hang out!
Winter Snowshoe Hikes
We invite you to strap on the snowshoes (wild bear provided), put on your warm layers, drink some warm tea, and hit the trails with us on a sure to please Saturday mornings this winter. Participants will keep moving on snowshoes as we explore as a community how wildlife adapts to winter conditions, the fun science behind snow, and so much!
Winter Snowshoe Hikes
We invite you to strap on the snowshoes (wild bear provided), put on your warm layers, drink some warm tea, and hit the trails with us on a sure to please Saturday mornings this winter. Participants will keep moving on snowshoes as we explore as a community how wildlife adapts to winter conditions, the fun science behind snow, and so much!
Winter Snowshoe Hikes
We invite you to strap on the snowshoes (wild bear provided), put on your warm layers, drink some warm tea, and hit the trails with us on a sure to please Saturday mornings this winter. Participants will keep moving on snowshoes as we explore as a community how wildlife adapts to winter conditions, the fun science behind snow, and so much!
Wilderness First Aid Course w/ Mountain Waves Wellness
Join Wild Bear and Mountain Waves Wellness founder, Cali Fraser, to learn important new skills for survival, wilderness safety, and rescue. Earn a A.H.A. BLS/CPR for Healthcare Providers certification & ASHI WFA during this interactive two day outdoor course. This course is a great opportunity for anyone wanting to grow in their skills and confidence in exploring the outdoors safely.
Enchanted Forest - On Hold!
Kids of all ages are invited to unleash their creativity, paint, craft and build enchanting fairy houses! 🏰🧚♀️🖌️ During Enchanted Forest, families and children of all ages take a tour on the trail and meet forest creatures (costumed characters) and learn about their natural habitats. Everyone enjoys goodies in provided goody bags, live owls and eagles, magic and music throughout the day. Face-painting, fairy-house building, magic, partner booths, drinks, live music and more!
Drum Making Workshop w/ Steve Lapointe
Steve Lapointe is a cultural immersion educator and member of the Sicangu Lakota Nation. Steve is a member of several large drum groups, a pow-wow singer and a ceremony singer, plus has been in an Emmy award winning drum group for Native American music. We are honored to host him and learn some incredible and important history on top of making beautiful hand drums.
Full Moon Hike
Join Wild Bear Nature Education Director and Naturalist, Michelle WItte, as we use the light of the full moon to trek in the late Summer night and learn some of the incredible lifestyles of nocturnal animals, plus we'll uncover many mysteries of the night sky!
Yoga in the Woods
Join registered and resident Wild Bear Yoga instructors for a rejuvenating and relaxing nature based all levels yoga and meditation practice on our beautiful forested property.
Wild Mushrooms of Colorado: Foraging in the Rockies
Join local mushroom expert Zach Hedstrom for an excursion into the mysterious world of wild mushrooms. At specific times of the year, the Colorado Rockies are home to a wide range of mushroom diversity. During this wild mushroom walk, Zach will educate participants on the fundamentals of hunting mushrooms in Colorado: when and where to pick, how to seek mushroom habitat, how to collect unknown mushrooms, and how to take a spore print for identification. He will also guide us through the process of identifying unknown mushrooms using local mushrooms found in the field during the foray.
Yoga in the Woods
Join registered and resident Wild Bear Yoga instructors for a rejuvenating and relaxing nature based all levels yoga and meditation practice on our beautiful forested property.
Bird Walk
Join Wild Bear staff, board members, and local birders every month for fun mornings full of birding and nature exploration. Get outside with fellow bird lovers and get to know local birds and their favorite places to hang out!
Wild Mushrooms of Colorado: Foraging in the Rockies
Join local mushroom expert Zach Hedstrom for an excursion into the mysterious world of wild mushrooms. At specific times of the year, the Colorado Rockies are home to a wide range of mushroom diversity. During this wild mushroom walk, Zach will educate participants on the fundamentals of hunting mushrooms in Colorado: when and where to pick, how to seek mushroom habitat, how to collect unknown mushrooms, and how to take a spore print for identification. He will also guide us through the process of identifying unknown mushrooms using local mushrooms found in the field during the foray.
Mountain Herbalism Hike with Brigitte Mars
Join world-renowned herbalist, Brigitte Mars for a beautiful summer day in the mountains identifying native herbs. Learn about how native herbs can be used for first aid on the trail, nutrition at home, and combating different illnesses.