NATURE Please register for programs directly on the website, AuroraGov.Org/Nature. To register for programs happening at the Plains Conservation Center, please go to: BotanicGardens.org/Plains-Conservation-Center
MORRISON NATURE CENTER AT STAR K RANCH
Time slots are available on a limited, firstcome, first-served basis. Programs are free unless otherwise specified.
STAR K KIDS Ages 5 & younger Discover Aurora’s true nature through puppets, interactive activities and discovery time on the trail. Registration required. 40162 July 1 • Thu., 9:30-10:30 a.m. 40163 July 1 • Thu., 11 a.m.-noon 40164 July 8 • Thu., 9:30-10:30 a.m. 40165 July 8 • Thu., 11 a.m.-noon 40168 July 15 • Thu., 9:30-10:30 a.m. 40169 July 15 • Thu., 11 a.m.-noon 40171 July 22 • Thu., 9:30-10:30 a.m. 40172 July 22 • Thu., 11 a.m.-noon 40173 July 29 • Thu., 9:30-10:30 a.m. 40174 July 29 • Thu., 11 a.m.-noon
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INSECTS OF AURORA – COLLECTING & CREATING A COLLECTION All Ages Whether they are flying, crawling or burrowing, insects add to the ambiance of any summer experience in the outdoors and are essential components of our wild habitats. Join us this summer at Star K Ranch as we search for, collect, identify, preserve and create a permanent insect collection. 40175 July 3 • Sat., 10:30 a.m.-noon • $2 per person
MORNING BIRD WALK Ages 8 & older Join us to observe what birds are out and about in the wetland and cottonwood forests of Star K Ranch. 40179 July 10 • Sat., 8-10 a.m.
ART IN NATURE: SKETCHING Ages 12 & older Lines of leaves, colors of wings and textures of the landscape. Join a city of Aurora naturalist for an artistic exploration of nature as we observe, learn and sketch about wetland ecosystems on a guided hike. Materials and tools provided. Participants can take their sketches home. 40180 July 10 • Sat., 10:30 a.m.-noon • $5 per person
