Birds Of Prey Driving Tour (Extended Tour)
2025-01-04 09:00 - 14:00 (America/Denver) | CO
Hop in your car with friends and family and join us for a driving tour of some of Boulder County’s best areas to view birds of prey. Follow the tour map to designated stops with volunteer naturalists, search the skies for raptors, learn about their habitats and behaviors, and work on your observation and identification skills.
Registration for most programs begins on the 20th of the month before the event.
Registration required.
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Registration is required through Discover Boulder County, Parks & Open Space’s volunteer and event registration system. If you’re new to the system, you’ll need to create an account. But it’s easy and we only use your contact information to communicate about events you register for. We will never sell or give your information to a third party.

Hammering on the Farm
2025-01-04 10:00 - 12:00 | CO
Drop by anytime from 10 a.m. to noon to watch the blacksmith work his craft. Listen to the clang-clang-clang of the hammer and the hum of the coal forge blower. Learn about blacksmithing tools, such as hammers, tongs, anvil, swage blocks, and more.
All ages welcome.
Registration is not required for this activity, but you can still sign up to be notified in case the event is unexpectedly canceled.
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Registration is optional through Discover Boulder County, Parks & Open Space’s volunteer and event registration system. If you’re new to the system, you’ll need to create an account. But it’s easy and we only use your contact information to communicate about events you register for. We will never sell or give your information to a third party.

Winter on the Range
2025-01-06 10:00 - 12:30 | Beech Shelter
Join us for a winter adventure on the prairie! Experience the magic of winter on the plains and learn how local wildlife adapts to the cold, snowy season. Knowledgeable naturalists will guide you on a 2-mile walk along a prairie dog colony, sharing insights into the fascinating behaviors of these creatures. Before the walk, cozy up under the shelter for an informative presentation about the unique ecology of the prairie. This program is perfect for families and nature enthusiasts of all ages.
Registration for most programs begins on the 20th of the month before the event.
Registration required.
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Registration is required through Discover Boulder County, Parks & Open Space’s volunteer and event registration system. If you’re new to the system, you’ll need to create an account. But it’s easy and we only use your contact information to communicate about events you register for. We will never sell or give your information to a third party.

Birds Of Prey Driving Tour
2025-01-11 09:00 - 12:00 | CO

Hikes for Seniors: Wetlands Winter Wonderland
2025-01-16 10:00 - 12:30 | Walden Ponds Wildlife Habitat, 3893 N. 75th St., Boulder, CO, 80301
Join us for a leisurely walk around the ponds and learn how animals and plants that call the wetlands home survive the winter months. Explore how pond life endures in the face of harsh conditions.
Registration for most programs begins on the 20th of the month before the event.
Registration required.
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Registration is required through Discover Boulder County, Parks & Open Space’s volunteer and event registration system. If you’re new to the system, you’ll need to create an account. But it’s easy and we only use your contact information to communicate about events you register for. We will never sell or give your information to a third party.

A Snowshoe Walk Among the Aspen
2025-01-23 10:00 - 12:30 | Caribou Ranch, 1521 CR 126, Nederland, CO, 80466
Join volunteer naturalists on a mostly flat, 3-mile, out-and-back snowshoe walk to an aspen grove at Caribou Ranch. With the leaves gone, we can enjoy the subtle colors of winter and the stories in the aspen bark. While resting among the aspen, we will practice mindful observation. We’ll take time to reflect together on what we’ve observed, what we know about aspen and what remains unknown, and what we can still learn from nature.
Registration for most programs begins on the 20th of the month before the event.
Registration required.
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Registration is required through Discover Boulder County, Parks & Open Space’s volunteer and event registration system. If you’re new to the system, you’ll need to create an account. But it’s easy and we only use your contact information to communicate about events you register for. We will never sell or give your information to a third party.

The Wintering Birds of Boulder County
2025-01-25 14:00 - 15:30 | Louisville Public Library, 951 Spruce Street, Louisville, CO, 80027
When the temperature drops and the snow settles in, what birds stick around and call Boulder County home? The bird species that reside in the area during the winter face risky challenges and have adapted unique behaviors and physiology that help them meet these challenges and survive.
Registration for most programs begins on the 20th of the month before the event.
Registration required.
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Registration is required through the Louisville Public Library website.

CANCELED: Winter Heritage Day at Walker Ranch Homestead
2025-01-26 13:00 - 15:00 | Walker Ranch Homestead, 7701 Flagstaff Rd., Boulder, CO, 80302
This event is canceled due to weather.
Embark on an unforgettable journey to the past with this immersive historical event that will transport you back to the late 1800s.
As you wander through the picturesque and wintry landscape of the Walker Ranch Homestead, you’ll encounter friendly costumed volunteers who bring the European settler history of the ranch to life. Engage in conversations with these knowledgeable guides as they demonstrate the daily tasks and traditions of the era.
But the adventure doesn’t stop there! You will have the opportunity to roll up your sleeves and actively participate! Forge a deeper connection to the past through hands-on learning as you engage in activities that were once an integral part of ranch life. And for the young and young-at-heart, immerse yourselves in the joy of playing historical games, an entertaining way to experience the past together.
Be prepared for cold, windy weather and to walk in snow. For the enjoyment and safety of all attendees, bikes and pets are not allowed at the homestead.

Wildlife Signs Hike
2025-01-29 13:00 - 15:30 | Heil Valley Ranch – Wapiti Trailhead, 1188 Geer Canyon Rd., Boulder, 80302
Join volunteer naturalists for a hike in the foothills to look for signs of wildlife activity, including tracks, scat, feathers, fur, and browse marks on trees. Explore the foothills life zone and the animals and plants that call it home. We will learn about the many ways that wildlife survives winter in the foothills.
Registration for most programs begins on the 20th of the month before the event.
Registration required.
Register
Registration is required through Discover Boulder County, Parks & Open Space’s volunteer and event registration system. If you’re new to the system, you’ll need to create an account. But it’s easy and we only use your contact information to communicate about events you register for. We will never sell or give your information to a third party.
