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Jul 30
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Barr Lake Banding Station Programs

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Visit our Bird Banding Station located at Barr Lake State Park this fall for an up close and personal experience with birds! You will have a unique opportunity to experience science in action and observe a wildlife biologist banding and collecting important scientific data on live, migrating birds. You will also learn about specialized bird adaptations and behavior, annual migration, crucial habitat requirements, and key conservation issues. Bird banding data increases our knowledge and understanding of birds and is often utilized in management and conservation projects!

The Banding Station is open from August 22 – October 23, 2024 and one hour programs are available Tuesdays – Fridays from 7:30-8:30 a.m., and Saturday-Sunday from 8-9 a.m., 9-10 a.m., and 10-11 a.m. (closed Mondays). Registration is required for all timeslots. 

CLICK HERE TO REGISTER

Schedule is weather permitting. Station is closed during rain or high winds, and may close early during very hot weather and open later if very cold.

Programs are limited to a total of 15 participants to ensure the safety of all visitors, staff, and volunteers.

The Barr Lake banding station has moved south to a section of the Niedrach Trail. Park at the Barr Lake Nature Center and cross the canal bridge. Turn left after the bridge, then a quick right onto the Niedrach Trail (with sign). Take a left at the first fork of the Niedrach Trail and continue until reaching the banding station. Total walking distance is about ¼ mile from parking.

Please let us know if we can offer any accommodations or assistance to help you get to the Station. Parking is available at the Barr Lake State Park Nature Center Parking lot ($10/vehicle Daily Entrance Fee or a Keep Colorado Wild Pass is required for entry) – 13401 Picadilly Road, Brighton, CO 80603.

Scholarships are available!  Please fill out our SCHOLARSHIPS FORM to apply. Scholarships cannot be applied after registration is complete.

Jul 30
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Barr Lake Banding Station Programs

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Visit our Bird Banding Station located at Barr Lake State Park this fall for an up close and personal experience with birds! You will have a unique opportunity to experience science in action and observe a wildlife biologist banding and collecting important scientific data on live, migrating birds. You will also learn about specialized bird adaptations and behavior, annual migration, crucial habitat requirements, and key conservation issues. Bird banding data increases our knowledge and understanding of birds and is often utilized in management and conservation projects!

The Banding Station is open from August 22 – October 23, 2024 and one hour programs are available Tuesdays – Fridays from 7:30-8:30 a.m., and Saturday-Sunday from 8-9 a.m., 9-10 a.m., and 10-11 a.m. (closed Mondays). Registration is required for all timeslots. 

CLICK HERE TO REGISTER

Schedule is weather permitting. Station is closed during rain or high winds, and may close early during very hot weather and open later if very cold.

Programs are limited to a total of 15 participants to ensure the safety of all visitors, staff, and volunteers.

The Barr Lake banding station has moved south to a section of the Niedrach Trail. Park at the Barr Lake Nature Center and cross the canal bridge. Turn left after the bridge, then a quick right onto the Niedrach Trail (with sign). Take a left at the first fork of the Niedrach Trail and continue until reaching the banding station. Total walking distance is about ¼ mile from parking.

Please let us know if we can offer any accommodations or assistance to help you get to the Station. Parking is available at the Barr Lake State Park Nature Center Parking lot ($10/vehicle Daily Entrance Fee or a Keep Colorado Wild Pass is required for entry) – 13401 Picadilly Road, Brighton, CO 80603.

Scholarships are available!  Please fill out our SCHOLARSHIPS FORM to apply. Scholarships cannot be applied after registration is complete.

Jul 30
0

Barr Lake Banding Station Programs

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Visit our Bird Banding Station located at Barr Lake State Park this fall for an up close and personal experience with birds! You will have a unique opportunity to experience science in action and observe a wildlife biologist banding and collecting important scientific data on live, migrating birds. You will also learn about specialized bird adaptations and behavior, annual migration, crucial habitat requirements, and key conservation issues. Bird banding data increases our knowledge and understanding of birds and is often utilized in management and conservation projects!

The Banding Station is open from August 22 – October 23, 2024 and one hour programs are available Tuesdays – Fridays from 7:30-8:30 a.m., and Saturday-Sunday from 8-9 a.m., 9-10 a.m., and 10-11 a.m. (closed Mondays). Registration is required for all timeslots. 

CLICK HERE TO REGISTER

Schedule is weather permitting. Station is closed during rain or high winds, and may close early during very hot weather and open later if very cold.

Programs are limited to a total of 15 participants to ensure the safety of all visitors, staff, and volunteers.

The Barr Lake banding station has moved south to a section of the Niedrach Trail. Park at the Barr Lake Nature Center and cross the canal bridge. Turn left after the bridge, then a quick right onto the Niedrach Trail (with sign). Take a left at the first fork of the Niedrach Trail and continue until reaching the banding station. Total walking distance is about ¼ mile from parking.

Please let us know if we can offer any accommodations or assistance to help you get to the Station. Parking is available at the Barr Lake State Park Nature Center Parking lot ($10/vehicle Daily Entrance Fee or a Keep Colorado Wild Pass is required for entry) – 13401 Picadilly Road, Brighton, CO 80603.

Scholarships are available!  Please fill out our SCHOLARSHIPS FORM to apply. Scholarships cannot be applied after registration is complete.

Jul 30
0

Barr Lake Banding Station Programs

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Visit our Bird Banding Station located at Barr Lake State Park this fall for an up close and personal experience with birds! You will have a unique opportunity to experience science in action and observe a wildlife biologist banding and collecting important scientific data on live, migrating birds. You will also learn about specialized bird adaptations and behavior, annual migration, crucial habitat requirements, and key conservation issues. Bird banding data increases our knowledge and understanding of birds and is often utilized in management and conservation projects!

The Banding Station is open from August 22 – October 23, 2024 and one hour programs are available Tuesdays – Fridays from 7:30-8:30 a.m., and Saturday-Sunday from 8-9 a.m., 9-10 a.m., and 10-11 a.m. (closed Mondays). Registration is required for all timeslots. 

CLICK HERE TO REGISTER

Schedule is weather permitting. Station is closed during rain or high winds, and may close early during very hot weather and open later if very cold.

Programs are limited to a total of 15 participants to ensure the safety of all visitors, staff, and volunteers.

The Barr Lake banding station has moved south to a section of the Niedrach Trail. Park at the Barr Lake Nature Center and cross the canal bridge. Turn left after the bridge, then a quick right onto the Niedrach Trail (with sign). Take a left at the first fork of the Niedrach Trail and continue until reaching the banding station. Total walking distance is about ¼ mile from parking.

Please let us know if we can offer any accommodations or assistance to help you get to the Station. Parking is available at the Barr Lake State Park Nature Center Parking lot ($10/vehicle Daily Entrance Fee or a Keep Colorado Wild Pass is required for entry) – 13401 Picadilly Road, Brighton, CO 80603.

Scholarships are available!  Please fill out our SCHOLARSHIPS FORM to apply. Scholarships cannot be applied after registration is complete.

May 29
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Fall Birding Festival at Barr Lake State Park

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Come celebrate the magic of birds and all they have to teach us! The morning will kick off with guided bird tours and visits to our bird banding station where you can see birds up close and personal while learning the science behind banding. For the littlest birders in your group there will be crafts and activities. Educational booths will include live birds on the glove, a chance to dress up like your favorite bird, 7 Simple Actions you can take to help birds and so much more! You don’t want to miss out on this festive community event!

Saturday, Sept. 14, 2024, 7 a.m. – 1 p.m.
​Location:
Barr Lake State Park Nature Center ($10/vehicle Daily Entrance Fee or an Annual State Park Pass is required for entry) – 13401 Picadilly Road, Brighton, CO 80603.

2024 Fall Birding Festival Schedule

Guided Bird Tours – Spanish translation available

7:00 a.m. (60 min); 8:00 a.m. (60 min); 9:00 a.m. (60 min); 10:00 a.m. (60 min)

Meet at Bird Conservancy Info Booth

Nature Journaling and Field Sketching Workshop *

11:00 a.m. (75 min) 

Meet at the fire circle to the west of the Nature Center

Mindful Birding Walk *

9:00 a.m. (60 min); 10:00 a.m. (60 min) 

Meet at Bird Conservancy Info Booth

Banding Station Tours *

7:30 a.m. Meet at Bird Conservancy Booth 

8:15 a.m. Meet at Bird Conservancy Booth 

9:00 a.m. Meet at Bird Conservancy Booth 

9:45 a.m. Meet at Bird Conservancy Booth 

10:30 a.m. Meet at Bird Conservancy Booth 

Gardening for birds exhibit 

9:00a – 1:00 p.m.

Kids Activity Zone, Vendors and Informational Booths

9:00a-1:00 p.m. All around the Nature Center! 

Our vendors for 2024 include: Girl Scouts of Colorado, Nature’s Educators, Denver Field Ornithologists, Bald Eagle Watch, Side by Side, Friends of Barr Lake, Wild Birds Unlimited, Bees Waggle and Environment for the Americas.

Thanks to Huckleberry Coffee for keeping us fueled up for the day!

Mar 14
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Monthly Bird Walks

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Join Bird Conservancy of the Rockies on the 4th Saturday of each month for some bird-watching fun! These bird outings are designed to be inclusive so let’s come together, learn, and enjoy the outdoors as a community of nature lovers. Our flock welcomes all. No birding experience required – just bring your enthusiasm! Binoculars, field guides, and some adaptive equipment will be available to borrow.

This month’s theme is: Mindful Birding

Accessibility Information: This program includes up to approximately 1.5 miles of walking on packed dirt/gravel terrain, with little to no incline. Accessible parking and restrooms are available at the meeting location. Some adaptive equipment is available for this event. Please reach out to the event contact for more information.

Scholarships are available. Please complete this form BEFORE you register and wait for a reply from a Bird Conservancy staff member.

This program takes place at Barr Lake State Park (13401 Picadilly Rd, Brighton CO). Meet in front of the Nature Center. Please note, a $10 Daily or Annual Colorado State Parks Pass is required for entry into the park at all times.

Our community of practice is to be an organization that welcomes people of all backgrounds, beliefs, colors and creeds to join in, benefit from and contribute to our mission. We strive for inclusivity of all persons regardless of race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, or other status.

Mar 14
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Monthly Bird Walks

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Join Bird Conservancy of the Rockies on the 4th Saturday of each month for some bird-watching fun! These bird outings are designed to be inclusive so let’s come together, learn, and enjoy the outdoors as a community of nature lovers. Our flock welcomes all. No birding experience required – just bring your enthusiasm! Binoculars, field guides, and some adaptive equipment will be available to borrow.

This month’s theme is: Happy Earth Month

Accessibility Information: This program includes up to approximately 1.5 miles of walking on packed dirt/gravel terrain, with little to no incline. Accessible parking and restrooms are available at the meeting location. Some adaptive equipment is available for this event. Please reach out to the event contact for more information.

Scholarships are available. Please complete this form BEFORE you register and wait for a reply from a Bird Conservancy staff member.

This program takes place at Barr Lake State Park (13401 Picadilly Rd, Brighton CO). Meet in front of the Nature Center. Please note, a $10 Daily or Annual Colorado State Parks Pass is required for entry into the park at all times.

Our community of practice is to be an organization that welcomes people of all backgrounds, beliefs, colors and creeds to join in, benefit from and contribute to our mission. We strive for inclusivity of all persons regardless of race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, or other status.

Mar 14
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Monthly Bird Walks

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Join Bird Conservancy of the Rockies on the 4th Saturday of each month for some bird-watching fun! These bird outings are designed to be inclusive so let’s come together, learn, and enjoy the outdoors as a community of nature lovers. Our flock welcomes all. No birding experience required – just bring your enthusiasm! Binoculars, field guides, and some adaptive equipment will be available to borrow.

This month’s theme is: Intro to Birding

Accessibility Information: This program includes up to approximately 1.5 miles of walking on packed dirt/gravel terrain, with little to no incline. Accessible parking and restrooms are available at the meeting location. Some adaptive equipment is available for this event. Please reach out to the event contact for more information.

Scholarships are available. Please complete this form BEFORE you register and wait for a reply from a Bird Conservancy staff member.

This program takes place at Barr Lake State Park (13401 Picadilly Rd, Brighton CO). Meet in front of the Nature Center. Please note, a $10 Daily or Annual Colorado State Parks Pass is required for entry into the park at all times.

Our community of practice is to be an organization that welcomes people of all backgrounds, beliefs, colors and creeds to join in, benefit from and contribute to our mission. We strive for inclusivity of all persons regardless of race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, or other status.

Feb 21
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Birding for All

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Join Bird Conservancy of the Rockies for monthly accessible outings in 2024! We want to include birders and non-birders of all abilities, including those with seen and unseen disabilities. Binoculars, field guides, and adaptive equipment will be available to borrow.

This month’s theme is: Nests and Eggs

In partnership with Birdability®, a non-profit whose mission is, “To share the joys of birding with people who have disabilities, and to ensure that birding is accessible to everybody.”

This program is free to attend thanks to our generous donors and grant funders. If you are able, we suggest a donation of $7/person so we can keep this impactful programming going! Registration is required!