Admission: Paid

Virtual Classroom Dates (Wednesdays): September 25 and October 2 from 7-9pm
Field Trip Dates (Saturdays): October 5, 12, 19 and 26 from 8-11am
Field Trip locations include South Platte Park, Kingery Nature Center at Chatfield, Wheat Ridge Greenbelt, and Genesee Park

New to birding? Wonder how to begin? Let Audubon Master Birders help to spark your curiosity and provide practical tools for bird identification, behavior, and habitats as well as choices for equipment such as binoculars, scopes, apps, and field guides. This class will be a combination of two evening virtual classes and four field trips. The virtual classes – via Zoom – will delve into a basic introducation of birding techniques, local and regional birding sites, how to look for birds, and the keys for identification. The class is designed to provide you with knowledge you can use to kick-start your lifelong love of birding! Once you get hooked, you will embark on a hobby that leads to many adventures.  Space is limited to 20 participants.

Instructors:  Audubon Master Birders Curt Frankenfeld and Cindy Kristensen along with additional Master Birders for Saturday field trips

Cost:  $180 

Welcome to the 13th Annual Hootenanny Event!

Join us for a day filled with feathered fun and family-friendly activities at the Denver Audubon's Kingery Nature Center. This year's Hootenanny, our largest family event of the year and the only owl festival in the Denver-Metro area, promises a memorable experience for nature enthusiasts of all ages.

Event Details:

• Date: Saturday, September 28
• Time: 10:00am–2:00pm
• Location: Denver Audubon Kingery Nature Center, 11280 Waterton Rd. Littleton, CO 80125

Event Highlights:

• Live Owl Demonstrations: Experience captivating live owl demonstrations by Nature’s Educators at 10:30am, 12:00pm, and 1:30pm.
• Owl Crafts for Kids: Engage your creativity with owl-themed crafts designed for children.
• Hidden Owl Scavenger Hunt: Explore our Native Plant Gardens as you search for hidden owl clues.
• Owl Pellet Dissections: Delve into the science of owls’ diets through interactive owl pellet dissections.
• Live Folk Music: Enjoy live performances by local Denver band Nearly There.
• Educational Owl Booths: Visit educational booths hosted by partners such as Colorado Parks & Wildlife, Bird Conservancy of the Rockies, and U.S. Forest Service.
• Owl Merchandise: Discover owl-themed treasures available in our gift shop and from local vendors.
• Coffee Truck: Stay refreshed with beverages from the local coffee vendor, Sustain & Able.

Registration:

• Walk-up Tickets: $15 for teens and adults, $10 for children (3-12 years), and free admission for children under 2.

Note: All proceeds from ticket sales benefit the Denver Audubon and support our conservation efforts.

All Ages Welcome: Whether you're a seasoned birder or new to the world of owls, the Hootenanny offers something for everyone. Don’t miss this unique opportunity to celebrate owls and wildlife while supporting conservation in our community.

Mark your calendars for a day of owl-themed adventure and family fun at the 13th Annual Hootenanny! We look forward to seeing you there.

For more information and updates, visit Denver Audubon's website or contact us at info@denveraudubon.org.

Let's hoot and holler for owls together!

• • PLEASE NOTE: You must register for this field trip (limit: 30 people) and complete the liability form when you register. Walk-up or impromptu participants will not be allowed. Other requirements are described below.

Come along on a bug hunt at the Denver Audubon Kingery Nature Center! Entomology is the study of arthropods, including insects, spiders, crustaceans, and more. Learn about the importance of Colorado's tiniest wildlife and their remarkable adaptations, then try your hand with a butterfly net and a bug box to experience the unseen diversity of insect life.

Features a live animal demonstration.

• • PLEASE NOTE: You must register for this field trip (limit: 30 people) and complete the liability form when you register. Walk-up or impromptu participants will not be allowed. Other requirements are described below.

Come along on a bug hunt at the Denver Audubon Kingery Nature Center! Entomology is the study of arthropods, including insects, spiders, crustaceans, and more. Learn about the importance of Colorado's tiniest wildlife and their remarkable adaptations, then try your hand with a butterfly net and a bug box to experience the unseen diversity of insect life.

Features a live animal demonstration.

Join us at the Denver Audubon Kingery Nature Center for an after-dark exploration of the night sky, including telescope demonstrations with the Denver Astronomical Society. Learn about how birds and other wildlife use stars to navigate by night, and how we can reduce the impact of light pollution. See incredible astronomical objects through telescopes and learn to identify notable stars and constellations. This family-friendly night is open to all nature-lovers 5 years and up! This event will begin at 8:30pm with an optional brief hike, followed by stargazing. Participants can also skip the hike and visit with Denver Astronomical Society beginning at 8:30pm.

PLEASE NOTE: You must register for this field trip (limit: 20 people)

• • PLEASE NOTE: You must register for this field trip (limit: 30 people) and complete the liability form when you register. Walk-up or impromptu participants will not be allowed. Other requirements are described below.

From venomous fangs to noxious flowers, Colorado's wildlife hosts an arsenal of adaptations to paralyze, poison, and irritate their way out of a sticky situation. Learn about the toxic biology of ten Colorado species, and how we can safely coexist with even our most dangerous wildlife.

Recommended for ages 10 and up.

Features a live animal demonstration.

• • PLEASE NOTE: You must register for this field trip (limit: 30 people) and complete the liability form when you register. Walk-up or impromptu participants will not be allowed. Other requirements are described below.

Winter migration brings a unique diversity of waterfowl to the Front Range, and the Denver Audubon Kingery Nature Center is a prime location to experience these colorful and charismatic creatures. Learn how to spot and identify 12 common (and uncommon) Colorado ducks, and the adaptations that help them thrive from the ponds to the skies.

• • PLEASE NOTE: You must register for this field trip (limit: 30 people) and complete the liability form when you register. Walk-up or impromptu participants will not be allowed. Other requirements are described below.

Winter migration brings a unique diversity of waterfowl to the Front Range, and the Denver Audubon Kingery Nature Center is a prime location to experience these colorful and charismatic creatures. Learn how to spot and identify 12 common (and uncommon) Colorado ducks, and the adaptations that help them thrive from the ponds to the skies.