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Safely Hold a Fish Like This To Keep It Alive

November 13, 2016September 27, 2017 / Mark Danenhauer

spawn, brown trout, fish, safely holdDo you know how to safely hold a fish that you just caught so that you don’t accidentally kill it?  If you  are new to fishing or even an old pro, read this for how you should safely hold the fish. Continue reading →

7 Safe Fish Handling Tips

November 11, 2016September 27, 2017 / Mark Danenhauer
Photo via Flickr.

Photo via Flickr.

Do you know how to follow safe fish handling techniques when you go fishing with your kids in the Rocky Mountains?  Here are a few simple tips to follow to make sure the fish stay alive if you practice catch and release. Continue reading →

Cut, Poke, and Prod – Dissect a Bug

September 24, 2016September 27, 2017 / Mark Danenhauer
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Are you ready to dissect a grasshopper?

A great, free learning activity for kids is to dissect a dead bug that you find around the house.  By, dissecting a bug you can learn about the complexity of life as you learn how it’s body is made and works. Continue reading →

Any Questions About the Rocky Mountains?

September 20, 2016September 13, 2016 / Mark Danenhauer

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I have now been writing this blog for the past year and am wondering if anyone has any questions for me.  I would love to hear if you have any questions about this blog or the Rocky Mountains. Continue reading →

Take Your Kids Fishing – Tips to Make it Easier

August 30, 2016September 27, 2017 / Mark Danenhauer

Please do yourself a favor and take your kids fishing!  I know it can be challenging, but the rewards are worth it and you will be glad you did.  Here are some tips to make it easier. Continue reading →

Nature notebook for kids

July 8, 2016September 27, 2017 / Mark Danenhauer

A nature notebooks or field book is a great and fun way to help kids learn about the natural world and have fun while they are at it.

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Wildflower Activities for Kids

July 2, 2016June 29, 2016 / Mark Danenhauer

It is the end of June, which means we are approaching the best time of year for wildflowers in the Rocky Mountains.  Here are some fun wildflower activities for kids. Continue reading →

Pressing Flowers – Kid Fun with Flowers

June 29, 2016September 27, 2017 / Mark Danenhauer

Flowers are so beautiful, but they do not last very long.  One fun way to solve that problem is by pressing flowers.  Pressing flowers will allow you and your kids to enjoy them, study them or make fun art projects with them. Continue reading →

Kids Can Become a Junior Ranger!

May 31, 2016May 31, 2016 / Mark Danenhauer / 1 Comment

A fun thing for kids to do when exploring the Rocky Mountains is to become a Junior Ranger at one of the National Parks in the area. Continue reading →

Free Coloring Pages for Kids

May 20, 2016May 17, 2016 / Mark Danenhauer

Here are some free coloring pages that you can print.  These are free printable coloring pages!  Jake has explored the Rocky Mountains a lot, now this is your chance to color in some different landscapes in the Rocky Mountains with Jake! Continue reading →

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