All programs require pre-registration. Please call the nature center or check website for current status.

CONTACT: Mary Jo Lewis, Nature Center Supervisor

719-520-6388 | maryjolewis@elpasoco.com


Peaceful Warriors Yoga in the Park- Flow with Bear Creek

Tuesday, June 6, 5:30-6:30 p.m.

Enjoy an evening of yoga with Peaceful Warriors. Simultaneous kid/family OR adult focused class offerings! All abilities welcome.

Suggested donation $10/person or $15 per family, per class.

Pre-registration suggested.

Meet at Field 3 of Bear Creek Regional Park off 21st Street and Argus Boulevard.

Sustainability Series: Watershed Wonders

Saturday, June 10, 10:00 a.m.-12:00 p.m.

Join staff from the Fountain Creek Watershed District for a presentation and activities to learn about our watershed then visit Bear Creek with nature center staff to search for life in the water!

All ages and families welcome.

$5 per person/ $4 per member

Little Wonders- Bird Bonanza

Wednesday, June 14, 9:00-10:15 a.m. and 1:00-2:15 p.m.

Discover the world of nature with your 2 or 3 year old

Prepaid registration required

$3/person including siblings and adults

Nature Explorers- Let’s Go Hiking

Thursday, June 15, 9:00-10:30 a.m. and 1:00-2:30 p.m.

Discover the world of nature with your 4 or 5 year old

Prepaid registration required

$3/person including siblings and adults

Kids Night Out: Summer Fun Moonlight Hike

Friday, June 16, 5:30-9:00 p.m.

Caregivers, drop off your child (ages 7-12) for an evening of exploration, fun activities and night hiking. Dinner is included.

Prepaid registration required.

$25 per person/$20 per member

Night Sky/Milky Way Photography Workshops at the Paint Mines

Tuesday, June 20, 9:00 p.m. – Wednesday, June 21, 7:00 a.m.

These guided overnight photography workshops led by Mike Pach of 3 Peaks Photography & Design will include how to photograph the Milky Way and the stars as points of light, how to photograph star trails, light painting techniques, how to post-process your images in Photoshop and Lightroom. Limit 6 participants. Prepaid registration required

$300 per person

June Forest Bathing

Saturday, June 24, 1:00-3:30 p.m.

Experience the therapeutic practice of Shinrinyoku and awaken your senses with a slow, mindful walk through the woods and a beautiful tea ceremony. More info at: www.listeningpines.com

Prepaid registration required.

$30 per person/$20 per member