LITTLETON–Have you ever wondered why the rocks at Roxborough State Park are red and tipped at an angle, where the bears go in winter or why the mountain mahogany has a seed with a fuzzy and twisted tail? And, what is mountain mahogany anyway?
Kids, ages 7 to 12, can discover the answers to these questions and many more by taking part in the new Junior Naturalist program at Roxborough State Park. Stop in at the visitor center to pick up a Junior Naturalist booklet full of fun and interactive activities for when you visit the park with your family. Participate in at least two naturalist-led programs and, once you’ve completed all activities in the booklet, you’ll earn a certificate of completion and an official Junior Naturalist patch.
Here are two new programs for you to get started. Sign-up is required for all programs. Call the park at (303) 973-3959 for more information and to reserve your spot.
- Whoo’s Who in the Owl World on Saturday, January 29 from 10:30-11:30 a.m. Join Naturalist Ann Sarg and learn all about owls. Discover how they see in the dark, have great hearing, and fly silently. Discover what they eat and dissect an owl pellet. What’s an owl pellet? Join us and find out!
- Junior Naturalist Geology Hike on Saturday, March 19 at 1:00 p.m. Join Naturalist Roger Dowell on a hike to learn about the geology of Roxborough State Park. You will learn answers to the geology questions in your Junior Naturalist booklet. Learn how the rocks were formed and about an ancient mountain system.
Come explore Roxborough State Park and learn about this special and wondrous place in Denver’s backyard!
Attracting more than 12 million visitors per year, Colorado’s 42 State Parks are a vital cornerstone of Colorado’s economy and quality of life. Colorado State Parks encompass 224,447 land and water acres, offering some of the best outdoor recreation destinations in the state. Colorado State Parks is a leader in providing opportunities for outdoor recreation, protecting the state’s favorite landscapes, teaching generations about nature and partnering with communities. Colorado State Parks also manage more than 4,300 campsites, and 63 cabins and yurts.
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