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 05/03/2025  |  07:30 AM - 09:30 AM
  Pineridge Natural Area

Natural Discoveries - Mixed Ages

Where: Pineridge Natural Area. Activity will be held around Dixon reservoir. The main parking lot is on County Rd 42C, the approximate address is 2750 County Road 42C, Fort Collins, CO. When: Saturday, May 3, 7:30 - 9:30 a.m. Accessibility: Travel as far as you would like along a non-ADA accessible trail. Possible mud. Program Description: Many migratory birds use Fort Collins as a final stop or a rest stop during their flights to their breeding grounds to the north. Waterfowl/shore birds, use the reservoirs/lakes and surrounding wetlands for feeding, resting, and security. Please join Volunteer Naturalists to learn about the birds’ natural history, view birds through spotting scopes, and use binoculars. It's about a half mile to go down to the tree grove then up and around the north end of the reservoir (1.8 miles around). Join naturalists to explore the area and learn about various bird types. What to Bring: Bring binoculars if you have them! Dress appropriately for the weather forecast. Bring multiple layers for both active walking and standing still. Bring sunscreen, a hat and sunscreen, closed-toe, sturdy shoes, and plenty of water. Trails may be muddy so please wear proper footwear. Hiking poles are a great option if you are concerned about balance on uneven/muddy terrain. ___________________________________________________________________ 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 [email protected] or call 970-416-2815 for more information. ___________________________________________________________________ Queremos que sepas que todas las personas, independientemente de sus habilidades o discapacidades, son bienvenidas a participar en nuestros programas. Estamos dispuestos a hacer cualquier modificación para asegurarnos de que todos puedan disfrutar plenamente de la experiencia. Si necesitas algún ajuste, ya sea interpretación de idiomas, acceso para sillas de ruedas u otra cosa, por favor completa el formulario que está vinculado en esta actividad. También puedes copiar y pegar este enlace para acceder al formulario: https://survey.alchemer.com/s3/7669173/Accessibility-and-Accommodation-Request-Form Si requieres modificaciones para participar en alguna actividad, te pedimos que nos avises con dos (2) semanas de anticipación al evento para procesar tu solicitud y coordinar los ajustes, en caso de estar disponibles. Si tienes alguna pregunta o inquietud sobre la accesibilidad de alguno de nuestros programas, no dudes en contactarnos en [email protected] o llamando al 970-416-2815 para obtener más información.

Minimum Participants: 3
Maximum Participants: 25

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Thank you Fort Collins and Larimer County voters! Your support of citizen-initiated sales taxes makes land conservation and educational activities like this possible.


Lauren Hennessey

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Public Engagement Specialist 

City of Fort Collins Natural Areas Department

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Bill W - Photographer

I have been a volunteer naturalist since early 2023. My special interests include prairie dogs, photographing people in nature, diversity and access. My wife Barbara and I moved to Fort Collins in 2019 from Dallas. My volunteer work in Texas included service as a Texas Master Naturalist, 15 years as a Boy Scout leader and numerous medical projects as a physician. We come from Canada originally but moved often as a Service brat and later serving as a medical officer. We have 4 dogs.


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Brent E - Volunteer Naturalist

Born and raised in New Jersey, (still a Rutgers fan!!). College in Pennsylvania, graduate school in Princeton, NJ, and South Bend, IN. Currently retired. Lived in NJ, Missouri, Wisconsin, New York, Houston, TX, PA, and Ohio. Retired to Fort Collins area in 2021. Hobbies and interests: fly fishing, jazz guitar, wildlife photography. Family: married to Karen, parents of Emily (Denver,CO), and currently sharing home with Benson, our rescue dog.


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KURT W - Volunteer Naturalist

I'm a retired Environmental Attorney with degrees in Biology and Environmental Management. I'm also a National Association for Interpretation (NAI) Certified Interpretive Guide and Certified Interpretive Host. I've been a volunteer naturalist since 2019.


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Lauren H - Staff/Trainers

Hi there! My name is Lauren, and I am a public engagement specialist at the City of Fort Collins Natural Areas Dept. Please reach out to me with questions about public programs and Club Outdoors.


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Sarah R - Volunteer Naturalist Assistant


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Sue K - Volunteer Naturalist

This photo is of me really getting into my work on the natural areas! I was the Education and Outreach Coordinator for the Natural Areas Department from 1994--2019. I trained Master Naturalists, delivered Certified Interpretive Guide training, managed, wrote, and edited interpretive signs and brochures, and I even got out to lead some field trips! In retirement I volunteer with the Natural Areas Department doing a few programs and helping with the bird surveys. Yes, I am still having fun!


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