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by Asya L. Simons, Park Guide & School Programs Coordinator, Garden of the Gods Park Garden of the Gods Park and the Visitor and Nature Center are excit ...| gardenofgods.com
by Melody Monberg, Hike for Life Operations Manager Fall is absolutely magical in Colorado—but it’s also tantalizingly brief. With only about six weeks of peak autumn glory, the leaf-peeping frenzy starts early as people map out their golden aspen leaf treasure hunts across the state. For visitors to Colorado Springs, discovering the perfect fall spot...| Garden of the Gods Visitor and Nature Center
by Asya L. Simons, Park Guide & School Programs Coordinator, Garden of the Gods Park Garden of the Gods Park and the Visitor and Nature Center are excit ...| gardenofgods.com
by Jane Scanlon, Certified Nature & Forest Therapy Guide, Above the Clouds Forest Bathing How would you answer this question: “When I connect with nature I feel _____.” Maybe your answer includes feelings like these: Relaxed. Alive. Focused. Less stressed. Energized. Grounded. Free. Curious. Like a kid again. Grateful. Joyful. Closer to God. These are...| Garden of the Gods Visitor and Nature Center
by Karl Brummert, Nature’s Educators No matter what their age or background, people are fascinated by hawks, owls, falcons, osprey, vultures, and eagles. A bird of prey soaring overhead or perched in a tree easily captures our attention. When we spot them for the first time, we often wonder, “What is that bird?”. These birds...| Garden of the Gods Visitor and Nature Center
by Melody Monberg, Hike for Life Operations Manager I spend my days guiding hikes through Garden of the Gods, and I thought I knew every inch of these red r ...| gardenofgods.com
by Christina Haywood, Garden of the Gods Foundation Executive Director This year, we mark a powerful milestone, 30 years of stewardship, education, and preservation at the Garden of the Gods Visitor & Nature Center. Since its opening in 1995, the Visitor Center has welcomed people from every corner of the globe, drawing them into one...| Garden of the Gods Visitor and Nature Center
by Melody Monberg, Hike for Life Operations Manager The best time to visit Garden of the Gods? When my kids were in high school, they discovered it was 6 AM ...| gardenofgods.com
by Melody Monberg, Hike for Life Operations Manager When I first moved to Colorado, I assumed I had to become “outdoorsy” right away—complete with flannel s ...| gardenofgods.com
by Melody Monberg, Hike for Life Operations Manager If you’ve walked any Colorado trail in summer, chances are you’ve seen signs that say things like “Beware of rattlesnakes” or “Bears active in the area.” Those signs can feel a little spooky—but truthfully? Wildlife is rarely the biggest concern. It’s the everyday stuff that can sneak...| Garden of the Gods Visitor and Nature Center
by Elizabeth Borders, Rock Ledge Ranch Historic Site Lead Educator The Rock Ledge House’s 150th birthday party is Saturday, June 21, and we’re planning an event with something for everyone! While the Chambers lived here, they sold crackers and milk for 15 cents to visitors, and we’re bringing back this simple snack at the same...| Garden of the Gods Visitor and Nature Center
