Where You'll Be:
Located in the Central Park area of Denver, the Bluff Lake Nature Center is a 123-acre wildlife refuge that allows people of all ages the chance to connect with nature without leaving the city. As the city's largest open space, Bluff Lake Nature Center engages thousands of school groups in environmental education and is home to beavers, bats, turtles, and hundreds of other bird, mammal, insect, and plant species.
What You'll Do:
Get outside with other kids and families on this project designed exclusively for families with children ages 11 and up! You and your family will help create artificial habitats that will be used on the property, such as bird boxes, bee boxes/hotels and duck tubes. Kids will also get to enjoy exploring the nearby creek with naturalists from Bluff Lake Nature Center and learn about what it means to be a good steward of the environment. This project is a fantastic way to introduce your child to the joys of nature and volunteering, while also enjoying new experiences as a family.
Why It Matters:
Bluff Lake Nature Center is a true refuge for wildlife and native plant species in the middle of the city. By helping to remove invasive plants known for crowding out native species and creating new wildlife habitats, you will help create a healthier habitat for the unique species that call Colorado home. In addition, by connecting the children in your life to nature, you'll help foster the next generation of outdoor caretakers - and make new family memories along the way.
Eligibility Requirements:
- Ages 11+
Bringing a child, youth group, or signing up as a family?
Please follow this step-by-step guide to register as a team. It’s quick and helps us get all the info we need!
Project Difficulty:
This project is considered easy; please check our difficulty rating criteria here for more details.
Physical Considerations:
You can expect to bend down, pick up objects, dig, stretch, and potentially use some hand tools.
Access Factors:
Vehicle Access: No vehicle restrictions – 2WD accessible
Other Notes: Cell service is reliable, and there are bathrooms on site.
Bee Hotel image: CSU Extension. Duck Tube image: British Association for Shooting and Conservation
