Where: 1745 Hoffman Mill Road - NIX Farm Natural Areas Office Main Conference Room. Activity Description: This program will present skills and techniques that photographers can use to enhance their nature photography experience. This will include an overview of basic equipment including camera types and lenses, camera and lens settings, sharpening photos, preparing for editing, and basic editing techniques. Participants will be invited, prior to the program, to share questions and expectations so that the program can be tailored to meet their needs. There will be a follow up photography hike where participants will have the opportunity to apply skills that they have learned. Accessibility: Nix has mobility access. Interpretation services available upon request. If you have any questions or concerns about the accessibility of a program, please contact naturalareas@fcgov.com or call 970-416-2815 for more information. People with disabilities are welcome to participate in all programs and we are happy to make any appropriate accommodations. Requests for disability-related services can be made during registration through the activity contact or by calling 970-416-2815 at least 2 weeks prior to the start of the activity. What to Bring: The device that you take photos on, pen and paper if you wish to take notes. Program will be held indoors.

The theme for 2026 World Migratory Bird Day is "Every Bird Counts - Your Observations Matter!" Come observe birds with Natural Areas volunteer naturalists! Where: Riverbend Ponds Natural Area. Park at Prospect Rd parking lot, located between Sharp Point Dr and Summitview Dr, 2856 East Prospect. Activity Description: Riverbend Ponds is a great place to see migratory birds! Volunteer Naturalists will be leading bird walks every 30 minutes starting at 7 a.m. to see what's around the ponds. Bring your binoculars if you have them and celebrate World Migratory Bird Day with us! Accessibility: Accessible parking and restrooms available. If you have any questions or concerns about the accessibility of a program, please contact naturalareas@fcgov.com or call 970-416-2815 for more information. People with disabilities are welcome to participate in all programs and we are happy to make any appropriate accommodations. Requests for disability-related services can be made during registration through the activity contact or by calling 970-416-2815 at least 2 weeks prior to the start of the activity. What to Bring: Dress appropriately for the weather forecast. Bring sunscreen, closed-toe, sturdy shoes, and plenty of water.

Where: Coyote Ridge Natural Area. Meet in the parking lot by the kiosk. Activity Description: Come explore the geology, plants, and wildlife of Coyote Ridge Natural Area! This remarkable landscape allows visitors to quite literally walk back through geological time while enjoying abundant opportunities to see wildlife, wildflowers, and sweeping views. During our walk, we’ll delve into the area’s deep geological history, examine fossils that reveal ancient environments, and get to know the unique plants and animals that call this critical habitat home. What to bring: sunscreen, hat, water, shacks, good walking shoes, walking poles if preferred. Accessibility: 2 miles round trip. There is an option to go up to the top of the ridge (4 miles round trip) if people want to. Mostly gravel road with some uphill climbs. There is a toilet at the 1 mile mark.

Where: Arapaho Bend Natural Area, parking lot off of Strauss Cabin and E Horsetooth Roads. Approximate address is 4109 E. Horsetooth Rd. When: Tuesday May 12th, 5:30 - 7:30 p.m. Program Description: Discover a special natural area along the Poudre River in southeast Fort Collins. Learn about the human history of this region. Explore the river corridor and ponds that provide habitat for many species of plants and animals. Learn about the recreational opportunities enjoyed in this natural area. What to Bring: Wear a hat, sunscreen, and appropriate walking shoes. Bring water to drink. Accessibility: Program takes place on uneven dirt and paved trails. 1.5 miles, easy. Program is appropriate for mixed ages, including families. If you have any questions or concerns about the accessibility of a program, please contact naturalareas@fcgov.com or call 970-416-2815 for more information. People with disabilities are welcome to participate in all programs and we are happy to make any appropriate accommodations. Requests for disability-related services can be made during registration through the activity contact or by calling 970-416-2815 at least 2 weeks prior to the start of the activity. What to Bring: Dress appropriately for the weather forecast. Bring in multiple layers for both active walking and standing still. Bring sunscreen, a hat, closed-toe, sturdy shoes, and plenty of water. Hiking poles are a great option if you are concerned about balance on uneven terrain. Don't forget your binoculars!

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Meeting Location: Varies between Northside Aztlan Community Center and Foothills Activity Center (Please confirm meeting location and attendance options based on the posted agenda).

Please check the posted agenda to confirm meeting details.

Where: 1745 Hoffman Mill Road - NIX Farm Natural Areas Office Main Conference Room. Activity Description: This program will present skills and techniques that photographers can use to enhance their nature photography experience. This will include an overview of basic equipment including camera types and lenses, camera and lens settings, sharpening photos, preparing for editing, and basic editing techniques. Participants will be invited, prior to the program, to share questions and expectations so that the program can be tailored to meet their needs. There will be a follow up photography hike where participants will have the opportunity to apply skills that they have learned. Accessibility: Nix has mobility access. Interpretation services available upon request. If you have any questions or concerns about the accessibility of a program, please contact naturalareas@fcgov.com or call 970-416-2815 for more information. People with disabilities are welcome to participate in all programs and we are happy to make any appropriate accommodations. Requests for disability-related services can be made during registration through the activity contact or by calling 970-416-2815 at least 2 weeks prior to the start of the activity. What to Bring: The device that you take photos on, pen and paper if you wish to take notes. Program will be held indoors.

Please confirm meeting details on the posted agenda.

Please confirm meeting details on the posted agenda.

Please confirm meeting details on the posted agenda.

April 21: Riverbend Ponds Natural Area, north parking lot ( Carnes Rd), restroom available. Subject: Pond life. We will hike around the ponds.  Partnership with ARO. Volunteers lead nature walks at various natural areas and engage with participants and staff from ARO. Sign up found on Recreation website:

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Please check the posted agenda to confirm meeting details.

Thank you for signing up to help with a National Volunteer Week Earth Day Project at Pineridge Natural Area! The purpose of the project is to spruce up several parts of Pineridge, one of our most popular natural areas. Volunteers will help remove and install new boardwalk and do trail maintenance along the Timber Trail. We will also be doing shoreline clean-up and vegetation management around Dixon Reservoir. Accessible activity options will also be available and include replacing signage, maintaining picnic tables, and installing wildlife-friendly trash cans. Activities are appropriate for volunteers ages 8 and up and it's a great way to get to know more about your Natural Areas and give back to these public lands during National Volunteer Week and Earth Day. Participants will be split into groups of 5 people to work with trails staff. Rattlesnakes may be present, but snake gaiters will be provided for additional protection for anyone working off trail. Please wear long sleeves, long pants, and sturdy, comfortable shoes. Bring plenty of water and wear a hat or some other kind of sun protection - there's no shade at this location! Sunscreen, gloves, snacks, and a lunch will be provided. Here are some important things to know before signing up: 1) This event is for community members ages 8+ and no dogs are allowed at this event. 2) All participants must sign up through this link and will be prompted to sign a waiver (yay for less paper at the event!) 3) We will be meeting at the Dixon Reservoir parking lot for Pineridge Natural Area. A shuttle from town will meet at Northside Aztlan Community Center for those without their own transportation. E-mail AJ at achlebnik@fortcollins.gov if you would like to ride the shuttle. 4) Lunch will be provided at the end of the project. Sign-In will begin around 8:30am with a start time of 9:00am. Volunteers will be given an important safety talk before beginning the activity. Carpooling is encouraged! Snacks and water jugs (for refills) will be provided, but please bring your own water container, warm/layered clothing, close-toed footwear adequate for walking off-trail, and any other items for an afternoon of comfort outdoors in a variety of weather conditions. Please reach out to AJ Chlebnik with any questions or to reserve a space on the shuttle from the Northside Aztlan Center at (970) 224-6118 or achlebnik@fortcollins.gov. 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 accommodations are needed for an activity, please allow two (2) weeks prior to the event to process your request and arrange the accommodation, if available. If you have any questions or concerns about the accessibility of a program, please contact naturalareas@fcgov.com or call 970-416-2815 for more information. ___________________________________________________________________ Queremos que sepas que todas las personas, independientemente de sus habilidades o discapacidades, son bienvenidas a participar en nuestros programas. Estamos dispuestos a hacer cualquier modificación para asegurarnos de que todos puedan disfrutar plenamente de la experiencia. Si necesitas algún ajuste, ya sea interpretación de idiomas, acceso para sillas de ruedas u otra cosa, por favor completa el formulario que está vinculado en esta actividad. También puedes copiar y pegar este enlace para acceder al formulario: https://survey.alchemer.com/s3/7669173/Accessibility-and-Accommodation-Request-Form Si requieres modificaciones para participar en alguna actividad, te pedimos que nos avises con 2 semanas de anticipación al evento para procesar tu solicitud y coordinar los ajustes, en caso de estar disponibles. Si tienes alguna pregunta o inquietud sobre la accesibilidad de alguno de nuestros programas, no dudes en contactarnos en naturalareas@fcgov.com o llamando al 970-416-2815 para obtener más información.

Thank you for signing up to help with a National Volunteer Week Earth Day Project at Pineridge Natural Area! The purpose of the project is to spruce up several parts of Pineridge, one of our most popular natural areas. Volunteers will help remove and install new boardwalk and do trail maintenance along the Timber Trail. We will also be doing shoreline clean-up and vegetation management around Dixon Reservoir. Accessible activity options will also be available and include replacing signage, maintaining picnic tables, and installing wildlife-friendly trash cans. Activities are appropriate for volunteers ages 8 and up and it's a great way to get to know more about your Natural Areas and give back to these public lands during National Volunteer Week and Earth Day. Participants will be split into groups of 5 people to work with trails staff. Rattlesnakes may be present, but snake gaiters will be provided for additional protection for anyone working off trail. Please wear long sleeves, long pants, and sturdy, comfortable shoes. Bring plenty of water and wear a hat or some other kind of sun protection - there's no shade at this location! Sunscreen, gloves, snacks, and a fun earth day dessert will be provided. Here are some important things to know before signing up: 1) This event is for community members ages 8+ and no dogs are allowed at this event. 2) All participants must sign up through this link and will be prompted to sign a waiver (yay for less paper at the event!) 3) We will be meeting at the Dixon Reservoir parking lot for PIneridge Natural Area. A shuttle from town will meet at Northside Aztlan Community Center for those without their own transportation. E-mail AJ at achlebnik@fortcollins.gov if you would like to ride the shuttle. 4) A fun dessert will be provided at the end of the project. Sign-In will begin around 1:00pm with a start time of 1:30pm. Volunteers will be given an important safety talk before beginning the activity. Carpooling is encouraged! Snacks and water jugs (for refills) will be provided, but please bring your own water container, warm/layered clothing, close-toed footwear adequate for walking off-trail, and any other items for an aftternoon of comfort outdoors in a variety of weather conditions. Please reach out to AJ Chlebnik with any questions or to reserve a space on the shuttle from the Northside Aztlan Center at (970) 224-6118 or achlebnik@fortcollins.gov. 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 accommodations are needed for an activity, please allow two (2) weeks prior to the event to process your request and arrange the accommodation, if available. If you have any questions or concerns about the accessibility of a program, please contact naturalareas@fcgov.com or call 970-416-2815 for more information. ___________________________________________________________________ Queremos que sepas que todas las personas, independientemente de sus habilidades o discapacidades, son bienvenidas a participar en nuestros programas. Estamos dispuestos a hacer cualquier modificación para asegurarnos de que todos puedan disfrutar plenamente de la experiencia. Si necesitas algún ajuste, ya sea interpretación de idiomas, acceso para sillas de ruedas u otra cosa, por favor completa el formulario que está vinculado en esta actividad. También puedes copiar y pegar este enlace para acceder al formulario: https://survey.alchemer.com/s3/7669173/Accessibility-and-Accommodation-Request-Form Si requieres modificaciones para participar en alguna actividad, te pedimos que nos avises con 2 semanas de anticipación al evento para procesar tu solicitud y coordinar los ajustes, en caso de estar disponibles. Si tienes alguna pregunta o inquietud sobre la accesibilidad de alguno de nuestros programas, no dudes en contactarnos en naturalareas@fcgov.com o llamando al 970-416-2815 para obtener más información.

Build confidence in using Transfort! Join us on April 24th at the Downtown Transit Center from 10:30-11:30 AM for a Travel Training presentation. You'll learn: • About Transfort's routes and upcoming changes • How to understand and read the bus schedules • How to use our rider tools & MORE! Space is limited to 10 people. Coffee and light snacks provided.

Please confirm meeting details on the posted agenda.

Please confirm meeting details on the posted agenda.

Meeting Location: Varies between Northside Aztlan Community Center and Foothills Activity Center (Please confirm meeting location and attendance options based on the posted agenda).