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Bear Creek Nature Center November Programs
Bear Creek Nature Center
Thursday, November 3, 1:30-2:45 p.m. & 3:15-4:30 p.m.
Young explorers, ages 3-5, accompanied by an adult, will enjoy hands-on nature
activities, puppet shows, crafts, and discovery time on the trail. $4.00 per
child. Reservations required, 520-6387.
Snowboarding 101 Clinic
Saturday, November 5, 10:00-11:00 a.m.
Learn the basics of ‘boarding and then hit the slopes to “shred it up!” Join a
pro from the Ski Shop to learn all about snowboarding equipment from bindings
and boards to boots and baggie snow wear. $3.00. Reservations required,
520-6387.
Nature Explorers: Wild Turkeys
Thursday, November 17, 1:30-2:45 p.m. & 3:15-4:30 p.m.
Young explorers, ages 3-5, accompanied by an adult, will enjoy hands-on nature
activities, puppet shows, crafts, and discovery time on the trail. $4.00 per
child. Reservations required, 520-6387.
Gone-to-the-Dogs Hike
Saturday, November 19, 10:00-11:00 a.m.
Bring your dog on a leash, and join other canine enthusiasts for a guided hike
along Bear Creek. While our dogs greet each other, we will discover more about
our dogs’ WILD canine cousins. Doggy bags and treats provided. $2.00.
Reservations required, 520-6387.
Discover the Paint Mines Hike
Saturday, November 19, 10:00 a.m.-Noon
Join us for a moderate hike through El Paso County’s newest park. Walk through
deep gullies and discover colorful “hoodoo” formations hidden among the high
prairie. Take Hwy 24 to Calhan, go south on Yoder Road/Calhan Highway, east on
Paint Mine Road to designated parking area. Free. Reservations required,
520-6387.
Fountain Creek Nature Center
Footprints at Fountain Creek
Saturday, November 5, 10:00-11:30 a.m.
Discover who has been walking in the woods or stepping into the stream during
this fun program for the whole family. All participants will make and bring home
their own animal track! $4.00. Reservations required, 520-6745.
Nature Adventures: Heavy Hibernators
Wednesday, November 9, 10:00-11:30 a.m. & 1:30-3:00 p.m.
Children ages 3-6, with an adult, will enjoy puppet shows, stories, hands-on
activities, and discovery time on the trail. $4.00. Reservations required,
520-6745.
Homestead Ranch Hike
Saturday, November 12, 9:00 a.m.-Noon
Join us at Homestead Ranch Regional Park to explore the natural treasures found
here and discover why people settled on the eastern edge of the Black Forest.
Free. Reservations required, 520-6745.
Twos & Threes Outdoors: Gobblers
Thursday, November 17, 9:00-10:00 a.m.
Share in the joy of your 2 or 3 year-old child’s discovery as he or she enjoys a
story and an exploration hike outdoors. $3.00. Reservations required, 520-6745.
Papermaking 101
Saturday, November 19, 10:00 a.m.-Noon
Use natural items such as flower petals, cattails, and more to create your own
masterpiece! This hands-on, messy workshop is perfect for beginners. $4.00.
Reservations required, 520-6745.
Nature Adventures: What Good is a Tail?
Wednesday, November 23, 10:00-11:30 a.m. & 1:30-3:00 p.m.
Children ages 3-6, with an adult, will enjoy puppet shows, stories, hands-on
activities, and discovery time on the trail. $4.00. Reservations required,
520-6745.
Thanksgiving Wetland Wildlife Walk
Saturday, November 26, 9:30-11:30 p.m.
Join a naturalist for a two-mile walk to observe wildlife and to reflect upon
and share the treasures of nature. $2.00. Reservations required, 520-6745.
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