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MORRISON NATURE CENTER AT STAR K RANCH

STAR K KIDS

Ages 5 & younger Discover Aurora’s true nature through puppets, interactive activities & discovery time on the trail. Registration required for both adult(s) & child(ren) attending. 32342 Nov. 5 32343 Nov. 12 32344 Nov. 19 • Thu., 9:30-10:30 a.m.

FULL MOON HIKES

Ages 6 & older Discover Aurora’s true nature under the light of the full moon & learn a little about its history with this guided nature hike. Beaver Moon 31751 Nov. 29 • Sun., 4:45-5:45 p.m.

LET’S TALK TURKEY

Ages 6 & older What’s so special about this bird? Come find out through a fun, interactive program & a discovery hike on the trail. 31764 Nov. 21 • Sat., 10-11:30 a.m. • $2/per person

BOOKWORMS: A BOOKCLUB FOR NATURE ENTHUSIASTS

Ages 16 & older Calling all bookworms! Grab a copy of the November book club selection (Crow Planet by Lyanda Lynn Haupt) & join us & our friends with the Sand Creek Regional Greenway, as we dive into the book’s topic, themes, characters & more. Crow Planet - In Person Book Club 33822 Nov. 14 • Sat., 3-4:30 p.m. Crow Planet - Virtual Book Club 33823 Nov. 18 • Wed., 5-6:30 p.m.

ART IN NATURE

Ages 6 & older Explore nature through the lens of art! Through watercolors, crayons, pencils & sculpture, we’ll immerse ourselves in nature in a whole new way. We’ll provide the materials & you’ll leave with a masterpiece! Sculpture 33777 Nov. 6 • Fri., 5-6 p.m. • $5 per person

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SENAC CREEK NATURE CENTER AT AURORA RESERVOIR When attending programs at Senac Creek Nature Center, reservoir entry is free for the time of the program.

LITTLE NATURALISTS

Ages 5 & younger Join us with your little ones for puppets, interactive activities & discovery time on the Aurora Reservoir trail. Registration required for both the adult(s) & child(ren) who will attend. 32353 Nov. 6 32355 Nov. 20 • Fri., 9:30-10:30 a.m.

SENAC SCIENTISTS

Ages 6-10 years Explore the nature & science around the Aurora Reservoir. We’ll explore nature while focusing on different topics each session. Lets Talk Turkey 32829 Nov. 8 Hibernate, Migrate, Adapt, or Die! 32830 Nov. 15 • Sun., 1-2:30 p.m. • $2 per person/per session

MORNING BIRD WALK

Ages 8 & older Join us to see what birds are out & about. 32394 Nov. 14 • Sat., 8-9:30 a.m. PLAINS CONSERVATION CENTER Registration for these events & more are on the Denver Botanic Gardens website: Botanicgardens.org, click education; registration; Plains Conservation Center.

EARLY MORNING SUNDAY STROLLS

All ages Immerse yourself in the subtle beauty & intriguing history of the high plains short-grass prairie during this guided nature hike. 32363 Nov. 15 • Sun., 8-9:30 a.m. • $5/per person, ages 2 & under free

FULL MOON HIKES

Ages 6 & older Discover Aurora’s true nature under the light of the full moon & learn a little about its history with this guided nature hike. Beaver Moon 32368 Nov. 29 • Sun., 4:45-5:45 p.m. • $5/ per person

CONNECTING WITH NATURE SERIES

Ages 13 & older Nature can be a safe & restorative place to find solace during the difficult times that are currently affecting us all. Discover ways you can connect with the natural world while still being in the city by attending one or all programs of our connecting with nature series. Immersing in Nature with Writing Using writing prompts, we focus on different aspects of nature to express emotion, discovery & awareness 33228 Nov. 8 • Sun., 2-3:30 p.m. • $10 per person

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NATURE HISTORY SERIES

Ages 18 & older Appreciate the important roles topography, plants & animals play in our environment & how they have influenced history, folklore & culture with this guided hike. The Invasion of Non-natives 33223 Nov. 18 • Wed., 11 a.m.-12:30 p.m. • $5 per person

OPEN SPACE PROGRAMS

NATURE IN YOUR NEIGHBORHOOD

All ages Join a Naturalist for a fun & informative nature hike for everyone as we explore the wildlife that calls the natural area in your neighborhood home. 32379 Nov. 14 • Sat., 10-11 a.m. • Great Plains Park

NATURE HISTORY SERIES

Ages 18 & older Appreciate the important roles topography, plants & animals play in our environment & how they have influenced history, folklore & culture with this guided hike. The Discovery of Gold 31755 Nov. 23 • Mon., 1-2:30 p.m. • Ponderosa Preserve

FAMILY FUN NATURE SERIES

Ages 2 & older Kids (& parents) who spend time outdoors are healthier, less stressed, can focus better, are more creative & are better at problem solving. Gain some reprieve from screen time by joining us in exploring Aurora’s True Nature in this Family Fun Nature Series. Exploring the Life in the Prairie 33351 Nov. 8 • Sun., 10-11 a.m. • Pronghorn Natural Area