Posts Tagged ‘ hands-on-learning ’

Camp Robbers, Wolf Riders & Blizzards

Jan 11th, 2012 | By
Wolf Creek Kids ski programs in 2012

Wolf Creek Ski Area is offering children’s and junior ski instruction during January and February. Is your child a Camp Robber? Find out what that is at Wolf Creek Ski Area during January 2012. This four-week Saturday program is designed to introduce 5 to 8 year olds to skiing or improve on the skills they
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Yoga Rocks the Butte Winterfest 2012

Jan 10th, 2012 | By
Yoga Rocks the Butte 2012

On February 10–12, 2012 “Yoga Rocks the Butte” Winterfest will feature a weekend of inspiring yoga classes, live outdoor music, organic food, a yoga marketplace and more at multiple venues throughout Crested Butte and Mt. Crested Butte. This Inaugural winter event taps into the area’s health and wellness philosophy and brings in experts from around
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Nordic Photography Workshops in February 2012

Jan 8th, 2012 | By
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Art and skiing do mix, and local professional photographers Xavier Fane and Raynor Czerwinski are out to prove just that with six Nordic photography workshops offered from January 22nd through March 18th. The second in the series takes place February 19th with two workshops: “Catching the Action” with instructor Fane and “Photographing the Earth Shadow”
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Nordic Photography Workshops

Jan 1st, 2012 | By
New Moon Milky Way image by Raynor Czerwinski

Art and skiing do mix, and local professional photographers Xavier Fane and Raynor Czerwinski are out to prove just that with six Nordic photography workshops offered from January through March. On January 22, there are two workshops to enjoy. “Let the Right Light In” and “New Moon Milky Way”.  Learn how to photograph winter in
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Dance & Fitness FREE Week

Dec 30th, 2011 | By

During a special week of fitness and fun – we invite you January 9th – 14th to come try out our various dance & fitness classes for FREE. There is something for everybody! We have specialized classes to suit a variety of needs, interests, abilities & ages from toddler to adult from beginner to advanced.
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Become a Volunteer Ranger Assistant

Dec 25th, 2011 | By

FORT COLLINS – Have you ever wanted to be a park ranger? We need your help. You can become a Volunteer Ranger Assistant and help park and natural area rangers accomplish much of their important work. The City of Fort Collins Natural Areas Program and Larimer County’s Department of Natural Resources are now accepting Volunteer
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Durango Mountain Winterfest

Dec 23rd, 2011 | By

On January 14-16, 2012, be in Durango Mountain for “Winterfest” a fun annual event that gives snow enthusiasts of all ages opportunities to experience new winter activities, such as ice climbing, dog sledding, snowshoeing, Nordic skiing and more. Winterfest provides hands-on winter sports education. Events are hosted at Durango Mountain Resort and sponsored by Backcountry
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2012 KIDS Ice Climbing College

Dec 17th, 2011 | By

Beginning  December 26, 2011 – The 2012 “Kids Climbing College” will be a free opportunity for kids ages 8-17 to try the exciting sport of ice climbing. This annual event will take place at the Ouray Ice Park Kids Wall, and is a super fun way for youths to get a taste of this great
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Fort Collins Natural Areas Rate High on Survey

Dec 9th, 2011 | By

FORT COLLINS – The City of Fort Collins Natural Areas Program asks for feedback from visitors and residents every five years through a survey. Results from 2011 show that natural areas are popular and well-liked. Questions focused on respondents’ familiarity with natural areas, their visitation habits, how good/poor of a job the Natural Areas Program
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Ouray Colorado Ice Festival 2012

Dec 3rd, 2011 | By

Get ready for the Ouray Ice Park opening on December 17, 2011!  This is one of the world’s most famous and respected ice climbing venues. It offers over 200 named ice and mixed climbs, most within a 15-minute walk of the Park entrance, and is located in a spectacular natural gorge outside of Ouray, Colorado.
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