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Naturalist Programs for You!School & Scout Programs

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Discover Aurora’s True Nature

Aurora NaturalistPublic Program Calendar

Discover Aurora’s true nature by scheduling a program for your school or Scout group. The City of Aurora naturalists offer a variety of exciting programs designed with the specific needs of school curriculum or scout requirements in mind.

SCHOOL PROGRAMS• Aurora Wildlife, Life Cycles and Adaptations• Aurora Ecosystems• Insects and Other Arthropods• Aurora Water, Water Quality and Wetlands• Aurora Plants• Ancient AuroraAll above programs fulfill concepts for most Life Science competencies, Pre-K through High School.

SCOUT PROGRAMSBoy ScoutsWolf Scout Birds: Elective 13*Bear Cub Sharing Your World with Wildlife: Ach. #5**Requirements also part of the Cub Scout World Conservation Award.Webelos Outdoor Activity Badge: Into the Wild Outdoor Activity Badge: Into the WildGirl ScoutsJourneysBetween Earth and Sky**Get moving**WOW-Wonders of Water****Some requirements to be completed at home.

Community ProgramsNeed a guest speaker for your garden club, Homeowner Association meeting, Rotary or other professional or social group? Aurora naturalists offer engaging and relevant presentations on topics people love to learn about and discuss. Contact us today at 303-326-8445 or nature@ auroragov.org.

Aurora Natural History Special Interest Topics:Aurora Wildlife • Aurora’s Spookiest CreaturesAurora Bats • Venomous, Poisonous and DeadlyAurora Raptors • Coyote Country • HoneybeesAurora Wildflowers and Plants • Insects that StingWildlife Awareness and Safety • Prairie RattlesnakesReptiles and Amphibians Other topics available upon request.

Scheduling a Program:• Presentations and programs can be tailored to

accommodate individuals or groups with special needs.• A minimum of 10 participants is required to schedule a naturalist-guided program.• Choose a topic(s).• Select a date and time. We recommend having several

dates selected because our schedule can fill up quickly.• Call 303-326-8445 or email nature@auroragov.org to

request a program, date, time, location and fees.

June-July-August 2016

Nature in Your NeighborhoodAll ages.Stroll the trails in your neighborhood park with a naturalist to see what animals are out in the evening.Jewell Wetlands235027 June 25, Sat., 8:30-9:30 p.m.Red-Tailed Hawk Park 235026 Aug. 6, Sat., 8-9 p.m.

CAMPSStar K Nature CampAges 6-12Your child will love exploring & learning about wildlife at our adventurous day camp.235014 June 28-July 1235015 July 5-8 Tue.-Fri., 9 a.m.-12N $50/child

Advanced Jr Ranger CampAges 10-14 Advanced Jr. Ranger Camp is for kids ages 10-14 who have participated in at least 1 year of Star K Nature Camp or AWQUA Tween Camp.235011 June 21-24 Tue.-Fri., 9 a.m.-4 p.m. $100/child

AWQUA Tween CampAges 8-12Fun filled mornings exploring Aurora Reservoir & learning about wildlife that calls this area home.235012 July 19-22 Tue.-Fri., 9 a.m.-12N Aurora Reservoir $50/child

Registration is required for all programs, except for Star K Kids. To register for nature programs, call 303-326-8650 or go online at auroragov.org/recreation. All programs held at Morrison Nature Center, unless noted otherwise. Children under 16 must be accompanied by a registered adult for all programs except Junior Rangers and school break camps. Programs may be cancelled due to low participation or poor weather. For more information call 303-326-8445 or email nature@auroragov.org.

FAMILIESSunset StrollAll ages.Enjoy an evening walk to look for wildlife as the sun sets. Quincy Reservoir235035 July 7, Thu., 8:15-9:15 p.m.

Nature at NightAll agesExplore nature after the sun goes down.Night Sounds235024 June 17, Fri., 8:15-9:15 p.m.Nocturnal Wildlife235023 July 15, Fri., 8:15-9:15 p.m.Skunks235022 Aug. 19, Fri., 7:45-8:45 p.m.

Stewardship SaturdayAges 5 & olderBecome a steward of parks & open spaces by participating in a service project. Good for anyone wanting to benefit your community, especially scouts, students & others looking to fulfill service requirements. Dress for the weather & bring water & snacks. 235007 July 23, Sat., 9 a.m.-12N Meet at Tollgate Elementary School

Bird WalkAges 8 & olderEnjoy a morning bird walk at this beautiful Aurora open space area.Quincy Reservoir235009 July 9, Sat., 8:30-10:30 a.m. Ponderosa Preserve235008 Aug. 13, Sat., 8:30-10:30 a.m.

KIDSJunior RangersAges 6-12Learn about the plants & animals that call Star K Ranch home in this fun & educational class. Bark Boats & Tiny Houses235019 June 12, Sun., 9:30-11 a.m.Creek Critters235020 July 10, Sun., 9:30-11 a.m.Insects & Spiders235018 Aug. 14, Sun., 9:30-11 a.m.

Star K KidsAges 5 & underDiscover Aurora’s true nature through puppets, interactive activities & discovery time on the trail. Every Thu., 9:30 a.m. & 11 a.m.

Wet & Wild WednesdaysNature adventures for kids ages 6-12 at Aurora Reservoir.Reptiles & Amphibians235038 June 15Aquatic Critters235037 July 13Explore the Shore235039 July 27 9:30-11 a.m.

Morrison Nature Center at Star K Ranch 16002 E. Smith Road 303-326-8445

Hours: Wed.-Fri. 12-4:30 p.m. • Sat.-Sun. 9 a.m.-4:30 p.m. • Closed Monday and Tuesday• Registration Line: 303-326-8650All programs held at Morrison Nature Center, unless noted otherwise.

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Community Programs

Photo credits Kenny Spradling and Bert Philippus

Contact us to request a community program for your Scout, school or community group: 303-326-8445.

School & Scout Programs Choose from a variety of exciting programs designed with the specific needs of school curriculum or Scout requirements.

Outreach Programs Request an engaging and relevant presentation for your garden club, HOA meeting, Rotary or social group on topics people love to learn about and discuss.