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The 3 Best Rocky Mountain National Monuments You Can’t Miss

April 9, 2018April 5, 2018 / Mark Danenhauer
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Have you been here before?  Cedar Breaks NM.  Photo via Flickr.

Here are the 3 best Rocky Mountain National Monuments that you should definitely visit this summer.  The good days of spring and summer are coming, make sure you get outside to enjoy the Rockies.   Continue reading →

Fun Kid Activities In Rivers And Streams

March 6, 2018February 22, 2018 / Mark Danenhauer
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You can find some cool stuff exploring creeks.

Here are some great, simple, fun kid activities that you can do with your family the next time you are near a river, stream or creek.  These free activities just require that you be willing to get your feet wet and have a sense of curiosity to explore and discover. Continue reading →

Fun, Free Family Activity – Great American Backyard Bird Count 2018

February 12, 2018February 4, 2018 / Mark Danenhauer
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Are you ready to observe birds and help scientists?

The Great American Backyard Bird Count 2018 is happening very soon!  This is your chance to participate in an important effort, have fun, and learn about birds. Continue reading →

5 Helpful Winter Parenting Tips For Fun In The Snow!

January 10, 2018December 13, 2017 / Mark Danenhauer / 1 Comment

winter parenting tipsHere are 5 tips that all parents need to keep in mind this winter as you are getting your kids out to play in the snow.  These tips will help your family have fun this winter! Continue reading →

7 Winter Activities With Kids – #2 is a Must Do!

December 8, 2016September 27, 2017 / Mark Danenhauer

Winter is upon us, which means it is time to find some winter activity to keep the family busy.  Here is a list of fun winter activities for families to try in the Rocky Mountains. 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 →

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