Open to all! Enjoy your local library and learn how raptors survive in the wild. Maybe check out a book on raptor ID when the presentation is over!
Open to all! Enjoy your local library and learn about the tools raptors use to survive in the wild. Maybe check out a book on raptor ID when the presentation is over!
Open to all! Enjoy your local library and learn about the tools raptors use to survive in the wild. Maybe check out a book on raptor ID when the presentation is over!
Raptors and Nature: Rocky Mountain Raptor Program
Saturday, 25 July 2026 | 08:00 AM – 10:00 AM
Primrose Studio
Where: Reservoir Ridge and Primrose Studio. Program will meet at the Michaud parking lot at 8:00 a.m. Program Description: Join Natural Areas and Rocky Mountain Raptor Program for a hike and live-bird presentation! Hike with a naturalist and learn more about the ecosystem. Hike is roughly 1.5 miles, easy. Then hear from RMRP volunteers and staff as they teach us about the raptors that call the Front Range home. Program Schedule: 8:00 – 8:45 – participant arrival to North parking lot, hike out-and-back with volunteer naturalist 8:45 – 9:00 a.m. – walk down 0.25 miles to Primrose Studio 9:00 – 10:00 a.m. – RMRP presentation 10:00-10:30- questions, walk back to vehicles, and departure
What to Bring: Dress appropriately for the weather forecast. Bring sunscreen, a hat, closed-toe, sturdy shoes, and plenty of water. You may wish to bring binoculars, if you have them.
People of all abilities and disabilities are welcome to participate in all programs and we are happy to make any appropriate accommodations. If you’d like to request an accommodation (language interpretation, wheelchair access, etc.) please fill out the form linked under this activity. You can also copy and paste this link to access the same form: https://survey.alchemer.com/s3/7669173/Accessibility-and-Accommodation-Request-Form If accommodations are needed for an activity, please allow two (2) weeks prior to the event to process your request and arrange the accommodation, if available. If you have any questions or concerns about the accessibility of a program, please contact naturalareas@fcgov.com or call 970-416-2815 for more information. A photographer may be present at this event. By participating in this event, you acknowledge and consent to the City of Fort Collins using your image and likeness on its social media accounts and publications. If you do not consent to this use, you must reach out to the activity contact before the event or let a volunteer or staff member know during the event.
Raptors and Nature @ Bobcat Ridge
Saturday, 29 August 2025 | 10:00 AM – 11:00 AM
Bobcat Ridge Natural Area
Wildlife Wonders
Program Description: Learn about the amazing raptors that populate Colorado’s Front Range and how we can help conserve them. Enjoy a short hike with a naturalist to explore the flora and fauna at Bobcat Ridge. Then, observe live raptors up close with a visit from special guest, the Rocky Mountain Raptor Program. This program will feature various raptor species found in Colorado! What to bring: Dress appropriately for the weather forecast. Bring sunscreen, a hat, closed-toe, sturdy shoes, and plenty of water. You may wish to bring binoculars, if you have them.
People of all abilities and disabilities are welcome to participate in all programs and we are happy to make any appropriate accommodations. If you’d like to request an accommodation (language interpretation, wheelchair access, etc.) please fill out the form linked under this activity. You can also copy and paste this link to access the same form: https://survey.alchemer.com/s3/7669173/Accessibility-and-Accommodation-Request-Form If accommodations are needed for an activity, please allow two (2) weeks prior to the event to process your request and arrange the accommodation, if available. If you have any questions or concerns about the accessibility of a program, please contact naturalareas@fcgov.com or call 970-416-2815 for more information.