Jeffco Open Space Nature and History Programs - June

Jeffco Open Space Nature and History Programs
Click on the link of the program of interest for additional information and to register.
Most programs are free!
For a full list of our public programs and events head to our Open Space Event Calendar!
www.jeffco.us/1541/Master-Calendar

Wed, Jun 5 9:30 AM
Early Summer Wildflowers
Pine Valley Ranch Park, Pine Grove
Walk with a Native Plant Master along easy trails to search for blossoms and discover the importance of our native plants to wildlife and humans. Hike/Description: Narrow Gauge trail and coming back Pine Lake Loop. Easy. Flat. Gravel, soil. Walk is 2 hours with frequent stops to look at/discuss vegetation.

Geared for ages 10+.
Free

Fri, Jun 14 10:15 AM
Preschool Nature Nuts: Dazzling Dragonflies
Lookout Mountain Nature Center , Golden
What colorful flying insect is born in the water, can see in nearly every direction, and once flew with the dinosaurs? The dragonfly! In this program we’ll learn lots of cool facts about this charming insect. Activities, crafts, outdoor exploration, and more!

Program details: Ages 3 - 5 years with an adult.
Free

Fri, Jun 14 11:15 AM
Preschool Nature Nuts: Dazzling Dragonflies
Lookout Mountain Nature Center , Golden
What colorful flying insect is born in the water, can see in nearly every direction, and once flew with the dinosaurs? The dragonfly! In this program we’ll learn lots of cool facts about this charming insect. Activities, crafts, outdoor exploration, and more!

Program details: Ages 3 - 5 years with an adult.
Free

Sat, Jun 15 7:00 AM
The Monthly Naturalist
South Table Mountain, Golden
Our Monthly hike with a naturalist to learn about the unique habitats, birds, and other roaming critters special to Jefferson County Open Space.
Weather permitting.

Program Details: Adults
Free

Sat, Jun 15 10:15 AM
Preschool Nature Nuts: Dazzling Dragonflies
Lookout Mountain Nature Center , Golden
What colorful flying insect is born in the water, can see in nearly every direction, and once flew with the dinosaurs? The dragonfly! In this program we’ll learn lots of cool facts about this charming insect. Activities, crafts, outdoor exploration, and more!

Program details: Ages 3 - 5 years with an adult.
Free

Sat, Jun 15 11:15 AM
Preschool Nature Nuts: Dazzling Dragonflies
Lookout Mountain Nature Center , Golden
What colorful flying insect is born in the water, can see in nearly every direction, and once flew with the dinosaurs? The dragonfly! In this program we’ll learn lots of cool facts about this charming insect. Activities, crafts, outdoor exploration, and more!

Program details: Ages 3 - 5 years with an adult.
Free

Sat, Jun 22 8:30 AM
The Story of Golden's Table Mountains: A modern day geo-hike
North Table Mountain, Golden
**PORTIONS OF THIS PROGRAM WILL HIKE ON DIFFICULT INCLINES**

Join a local geologist as we discover the history of North and South Table Mountains that famously create the northern horizon above Golden, Colorado.

The flat tops of North and South Table Mountains in Golden were once connected and used to form the bottom of an ancient broad stream valley. Hike to the top to get an up close and personal look at these young lava flows. Learn the fascinating story of their volcanic origin and how that ancient valley floor became transformed into the lofty mesas towering over Golden today.

Please meet at the west trailhead off HWY 93 before 8:30am. Please bring plenty of walking and be prepared for a difficult ascent to the mesa top and a steep downhill. The program will start at the trailhead and hike up to the mesa top.

Geared for adults, but youth welcome.
Free

Sat, Jun 22 10:00 AM
Camp Junior Rangers
White Ranch Park - Sawmill Campground, Golden
Join Jefferson County Open Space Rangers for an afternoon and evening of outdoor and camping activities:
• Live raptor program presented by Nature’s Educators
• Nature crafts
• Rock climbing
• Tree Doctor demonstration
• S’mores!

Ages 5–12 years with adult

Bring extra layers, camping/hiking gear, and food for dinner and breakfast.
$10

Wed, Jun 26 9:00 AM
Summer Wildflowers
Alderfer/Three Sisters Park, Evergreen
**ATTENTION: PROGRAM STARTS AT WEST TRAILHEAD**

Walk with a Native Plant Master along easy trails to search for blossoms and discover the importance of our native plants to wildlife and humans.

Geared for ages 10+.
Free

Sat, Jun 29 9:00 AM
Jeffco Open Space Nature Journal Club: Sketching Wildflowers
White Ranch Park - West, Golden
Do you want to become better at identifying local wildflowers? Drawing is one of the best ways to enhance your observation and plant I.D. skills. In this outing we will examine different shapes of flowers and discover tips for recording them in our journals. Enjoy a potluck picnic lunch midway through the program.

Program Details: All ages.
Free

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Registration available one month before the date of the program starting at 9 am. If you are registering during this time, but space is no longer available, please call Lookout Mountain Nature Center at 720-497-7600 to be placed on a waiting list.

Already registered and need to cancel? Have questions about the program? Please give us a call at 720-497-7600 or e-mail This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. to let us know! You can also click the Contact Lookout Mountain Nature Center link below to send us a message. Please include the program title.

Office hours are 12:00 pm to 4:00 pm Tuesday - Sunday, inquiries made after 4 pm may not be answered until the following day. LMNC is closed on Mondays.