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Programs & Workshops
Nature Ed-Venture Programs
Unless noted otherwise, classes will be
held at the Highlands Ranch Metro District Parks, Recreation &
Open Space Service Center, 3280 Redstone Park Circle.
Class minimums: 5 Class maximums: 25 Registration deadline is
one week prior to class start date.
Unless otherwise
noted all classes will have the following fee: Resident:
$6 Non-resident: $7
Highlands Ranch Fear
Factor
All Ages & Families
Do you have what it takes to overcome your fears? Join
Metro District Park Rangers as you encounter slithering and
slimy creatures, edible insects and more! We triple-dog
dare you to come!
Activity #105322-A
Friday, July 29
6:30 to 7:30 p.m.
Redstone Pond Fishing Pier Shelter
What's the
Buzz With Bees?
All Ages & Families
Join your resident beekeeper for an engaging program about bees. Learn
about this fascinating, not-so-scary insect. You will get to see
honeybees up and close and personal.
Activity #105211-A
Friday, August 5 6:30 to 7:30 p.m.
Fly'n B Park
Bird
Hike
All Ages & Families
Calling all birders! Learn to identify birds that call our open space
home. During our hike along the High Line Canal, expect to see
Warblers, waterfowl and other species. Bring your binoculars and bird
guides if you have them.
Activity #105208-A
Saturday, September 17 7:30 - 9 a.m.
Fly'n B Park
Freaky Friday
Ages 6 - 11
Listen to scary stories, learn about nocturnal creatures, take a night hike,
and decorate your own trick-or-treat bag to take home! Come in costume
if you like! There will be treats.
Activity #205326-A
Friday, October 28 7 - 8:30 p.m.
Turkeys
Gone Wild!
All Ages & Families
Gobble! Who are tom and hen? Learn some facts about turkeys and
the differences between the wild turkey and the turkey we enjoy over the
holidays.
Activity #205206-A
Saturday, November 12 11 a.m. - noon
Tracks
and Scat Hike
All Ages & Families
Ever wonder which animal left behind a track? You will learn to
identify local critter tracks, scat and other evidence left behind on this
easy hike!
Activity #205303-A
Saturday, December 3 10-11:30 a.m.
Holiday Crafts for
Kids -- Free Time For You!
Ages 6 and older
Drop the kids off and get some holiday shopping done! We will be
making holiday-themed crafts and enjoying some treats.
Fee: Resident: $10 Non-Resident: $12
Activity #205335-A
Saturday, December 17 10 a.m. - noon
Junior Ranger
Program
Ages 7-10
The Junior Ranger Program will teach some
of the important jobs a park ranger performs in Highlands Ranch. Your child
will learn about fire, recreation, history, environment, wildlife, and flora.
Junior Rangers will learn about each topic through crafts, hikes, hands-on
activities, and exploration. Program meets monthly for six months. Please wear
appropriate clothing and shoes and bring water.
Saturdays: June 25,
July 30, August 27, September 24, October 29 and November 19 10 - 11:30
a.m. Fly'n B Park Activity #105203-A
Fee:
Resident $40, Non-resident $46
Upon completion of all six programs,
Junior Rangers will receive a t-shirt and certificate.
Get
Out, Get Moving!
Healthy Steps
Get Active, Live Healthy!
Healthy
Steps
Get Active, Get Healthy!
The Metro District has created the Healthy Steps program to get you on the
trail to a more active lifestyle. Register now and you will receive a
pedometer, log book, walking suggestions, and a Highlands Ranch Outdoor Guide
that shows all of the great trails and parks where you can get your steps.
You'll also be able to connect with other walkers through our optional walking
partner list, accessed by the link below.
To register
for Healthy Steps, please call Brenda Willcutt at 720-240-5911 or
bwillcutt@highlandsranch.org.
Fee: Resident: $10 Non-resident: $12
Activity #505108-A
Click here for the Healthy Steps walking list.
This page was last updated on
October 17, 2011
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