Thursday, December 19
Guided Homeschool Exploration at Plains Conservation Center: People of the Plains
This program is designed for students in 3rd-5th grade, but all ages are welcome. Explore the differences and similarities between the plains
Saturday, December 21
Family Workshop at Plains Conservation Center: Winter in the Sod House
Winter is the perfect time to warm up by the wood burning stove and make a meal and crafts together. Start by peeling and cutting potatoes for an
Sunday, January 5
Art in Nature: Poetry Writing on the Prairie
Tap into your creativity and enjoy the wonder of the written word! Admire and learn about the prairie's beauty and power while you create you own
Tuesday, January 7
Prairie Pup Adventures at Plains Conservation Center
Prairie Pup Adventures at the Plains Conservation Center offers a fun way for preschool aged children to learn about the animals, plants and
Monday, January 13
Full Moon Hike
Discover Aurora's true nature under the light of the full moon and learn a little about its history with this guided nature hike.
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Saturday, January 18
Family Workshop at Plains Conservation Center: Prairie Dogs
Come explore the keystone species of the shortgrass prairie and learn what makes prairie dogs so special to their ecosystem. Play games, make a
Tuesday, January 21
Prairie Pup Adventures at Plains Conservation Center
Prairie Pup Adventures at the Plains Conservation Center offers a fun way for preschool aged children to learn about the animals, plants and
Thursday, January 23
Guided Homeschool Exploration: Seasons of Change
What do you do in the winter? Learn about hibernation, migration and adaptation through games, crafts and taking a safari ride onto the prairie to
Guided Homeschool Exploration: Seasons of Change
What do you do in the winter? Learn about hibernation, migration and adaptation through games, crafts and taking a safari ride onto the prairie to
Saturday, January 25
Native American Winter Stories
Immerse yourself in the rick tapestry of Native American culture with an engaging and educational storytelling program designed to celebrate and
Sunday, January 26
Native Plant Gardening Through the Seasons
For year-round beauty, water conservation, low maintenance and providing food and habitat for local wildlife and pollinators, you can't beat a
Saturday, February 1
Women in Homesteading: Adelia Wells
Step back in time and explore the remarkable story of Adelia Wells, a single woman who homesteaded on today's Plains Conservation Center, with a
Wednesday, February 5
Astronomy Nights at Plains Conservation Center
Join us for an evening of telescopes and s'mores! Volunteer astronomers from the Denver Astronomical Society will have telescopes set up for
Tuesday, February 11
Prairie Pup Adventures at Plains Conservation Center
Prairie Pup Adventures at the Plains Conservation Center offers a fun way for preschool aged children to learn about the animals, plants and
Wednesday, February 12
Full Moon Hike
Discover Aurora's true nature under the light of the full moon and learn a little about its history with this guided nature hike.
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Thursday, February 13
Guided Homeschool Exploration at Plains Conservation Center: Cooking in the 1800s
Work together to cook an 1800s meal on the wood burning stove in the sod village. Learn how to peel, chop, measure, and mix to prepare fresh
Guided Homeschool Exploration at Plains Conservation Center: Cooking in the 1800s
Work together to cook an 1800s meal on the wood burning stove in the sod village. Learn how to peel, chop, measure, and mix to prepare fresh
Saturday, February 22
Family Workshop at Plains Conservation Center: People of the Plains
Explore the differences and similarities between the plains Native Americans and prairie homesteaders in the 1800s. We will explore the tipis and
Native American Winter Stories
Immerse yourself in the rick tapestry of Native American culture with an engaging and educational storytelling program designed to celebrate and
Tuesday, February 25
Prairie Pup Adventures at Plains Conservation Center
Prairie Pup Adventures at the Plains Conservation Center offers a fun way for preschool aged children to learn about the animals, plants and