Where: Riverbend Ponds Natural Area, meet at the Cherly St trailhead. When: Friday, February 2, 2-4pm. Program Description: Explore the wildlife of wetland and the river corridor in winter. Discover how animals survive and thrive in challenging conditions while learning ways human activity can make their lives less stressful. We’ll hike about two miles beginning at the Cherly Street trailhead and looping around Wiper pond. Accessibility: Program takes place on dirt trails with no elevation gain. There are no restrooms at the trailhead but one along the program's path. Includes an accessible boardwalk. Trails may be muddy. 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 you have any questions or concerns about the accessibility of a program, please contact [email protected] or call 970-416-2815 for more information. What to Bring: Dress appropriately for the weather forecast. Bring in multiple layers for both active walking and standing still. Bring sunscreen, a hat and gloves, closed-toe, sturdy shoes, and plenty of water. You may wish to bring binoculars, if you have them. Trails may be muddy so please wear proper footwear. You may wish to bring hiking poles for stability. Limited parking available at the Cherly St. trailhead. Please carpool if possible. Additional parking off Cairnes Dr and Prospect Rd if interested in a short warm-up hike to meeting location. Restrooms available at those locations.
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Samantha (Sam) Troi
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Raised on a midwest farm, I have lived in and explored the Rockies of Colorado, Montana, and New Mexico for over 30 years. I have worked for the U.S. Forest Service and an archaeological research center and served on the Boards of the Fort Collins Audubon Society and the Gardens on Spring Creek.
I’ve always been drawn to nature, growing up in New England, working in Minnesota and then retiring to Colorado. Since 2010, I’ve enjoyed leading nature programs highlighting the beauty and biodiversity of our Natural Areas.
(970) 416-2480