Here are the activities that Boulder County Parks & Open Space has going on this month. You can also see them on their Hikes & Events Calendar. Registration is required.
Foothills Night Hike
Wednesday, July 7, 8:30-10:30 p.m.
Near Boulder. Location provided when registered.
Join volunteer naturalists in the evening to hike about one mile round-trip on an easy trail. By starlight, listen for night sounds, and learn about nocturnal habits of the critters that live here. Bring water, closed-toe hiking shoes and a flashlight. Registration required. Register here.
Catfish Night
Thursday, July 15, 7:30-11 p.m.
Stearns Lake at Carolyn Holmberg Preserve
Bring your family and friends and enjoy summer night fishing at the lake! Anglers must have a current Colorado fishing license (kids under 16 don’t need a license). Open to shore fishing only. Artificial and live bait permitted. Please note that the Stearns Lake trailhead can be accessed from Dillon Rd. and 104th St. There is no access from 287 through Rock Creek Farm. For more information, please call 303-678-6204. Event will not be canceled due to weather.
Astronomy: Moon Magic and Sky Viewing
Friday, July 16, 8:15-10:15 p.m.
Near Lyons. Location provided when registered.
Enjoy the moonlight in the dark sky of an open space and learn some fun facts about the moon at a brief program at the shelter. Sky viewing with telescopes provided by the Longmont Astronomical Society follows the program. Masks may be required at telescopes. Registration required. Register here.
Nature Detectives: Hopping Toads
Tuesday, July 27, 1-2:30 p.m.: Register here.
Friday, July 30, 9-10:30 a.m.: Register here.
Near Boulder. Location provided when registered.
Hop to it and discover fun facts and frolics of toads—warts and all! Find out more about toads in Boulder County and participate in some fun activities and explorations. This program is offered at two different dates and times. For ages 5-10 with an accompanying adult. Registration required.
Montane Forest Hike for Seniors
Thursday, July 29, 10 a.m.-noon
Near Nederland. Location provided when registered.
Join volunteer naturalists for an easy hike through the diverse landscape and forest in the montane life zone. We will explore this area’s unique geology and mining history, as well as watch for wildflowers and signs of wildlife. Registration required. Register here.
Check our Healthy Aging webpage to keep up-to-date on upcoming classes from our Healthy Aging team.
Diabetes Support and Education Group
The Diabetes Support and Education Group meets monthly in a virtual setting. This program is conducted by a Registered Dietitian Nutritionist who is also a Certified Diabetes Educator. Please email infohealthyaging@bouldercounty.org or call 303-678-6115 for more information about this virtual group.
Recognizing and Managing Hypo- and Hyperglycemia
Monday, July 19, 11 a.m. - noon
Carbohydrate Counting and Glycemic Index Free
Monday, Aug. 16, 11 a.m. - noon
Fresh Conversations
Fresh Conversations is an evidence-based nutrition education program focused on timely nutrition topics presented monthly. Fresh Conversations is led by Patti Murphy, RDN. The program is held virtually over Zoom.
"The Weight of Processed Foods"
Monday, July 12, 1-2 p.m. Register here.
Learn about the risks of eating too many processed food and some easy, healthy alternatives.
"Staying Whole in a Processed World"
Monday, August 9, 1-2 p.m. Register here.
During this month's Fresh Conversations, we will be talking about what influences people to choose the foods they do, how we can make healthier choices and what information to focus on when reading labels on food packages.
To learn more, email infohealthyaging@bouldercounty.org.
Conversaciones Frescas
(Fresh Conversations in Spanish)
Conversaciones Frescas es una oportunidad gratuita para vincularse con otros adultos mayores con el fin mantener conversaciones amigables centradas en la educación sobre la nutrición. Acompáñenos desde la comodidad de su hogar para participar en una conversación divertida que lo ayudará a aprender sobre cómo mantener su salud e independencia. Esta conversacion se enfoca en el tema de salud actual y ofrece consejos prácticos y soluciones sensibles a los problemas cotidianos que se interponen en lo que la mayoría de las personas quieren hacer: ¡vivir bien y comer bien!
El tema de julio es "El peso de los alimentos procesados"
Cuando: 14 de julio de 1-2 PM
El tema de agosto es "Mantenerse completo en un mundo procesado"
Cuando: 25 de agosto de 1-2 PM
Programa realizado virtualmente a través de Zoom, conferencia telefónica disponible
Inscribase para Conversaciones Frescas aqui
Contacto: Nina Christensen a 303-441-3774
Nutrition Counseling
Individualized counseling and coaching from a Registered Dietitian Nutritionist are available for Boulder County residents. Call 303-678-6115 (English) or 720-930-0223 (en español) with your contact information.
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