Upcoming Events

Lil' Naturalists Club
Aug
1

Lil' Naturalists Club

Join us for another FREE monthly family nature adventure!

This month, we're heading to the river to discover the wonderful world of ducks. We'll observe them in their natural habitat, explore what they eat, why they “quack”, and more!

Whether your little one is a budding birdwatcher or simply loves splashing around outdoors, this is a fun way to connect with nature, ask questions, and make new friends.

Registration is required: https://form.jotform.com/261965186564167

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Science Saturdays - Bug Buddies
Aug
1

Science Saturdays - Bug Buddies

Each Saturday, we'll head outside to discover the incredible wildlife living all around us through hands-on science. Kids will investigate, observe, experiment, and explore while building confidence, curiosity, and a deeper connection to nature.


🐞Week 2: Bug Buddies

Register here: https://pci.jotform.com/form/261965504879069

Spaces are limited so be sure to register early!

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The Wild Word of Periods
Aug
7

The Wild Word of Periods

Join us for The Wild Word of Periods as we explore one of nature's most surprising scientific stories. While humans are one of the few species that menstruate, we're not alone—and the diversity of reproductive cycles across the animal kingdom is incredible.
This program is free to attend but we ask that you bring a period product donation for The Murphy Center of Hope.

Register here: https://form.jotform.com/262044994749168

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Science Saturdays-Avian Antics
Aug
8

Science Saturdays-Avian Antics

Each Saturday, we'll head outside to discover the incredible wildlife living all around us through hands-on science. Kids will investigate, observe, experiment, and explore while building confidence, curiosity, and a deeper connection to nature.


🐦 Week 3: Avian Antics

Register here: https://pci.jotform.com/form/261965504879069

Spaces are limited so be sure to register early!

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Scuttle & Slay
Aug
29

Scuttle & Slay

Join us for the most glamorous event you'll ever attend:
✨ Sip fabulous nonalcoholic drinks
🪳 Meet our live cockroach queens
💎 Bedazzle your own fabulous faux roach bestie

Dress up is encouraged, registration is required: https://pci.jotform.com/form/261997520168164

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Lil' Naturalists Club
Jul
4

Lil' Naturalists Club

Join us for this FREE monthly nature club for families with children ages 1-5. This month we’ll learn all about grasshoppers! Registration is encouraged. Please register here: https://form.jotform.com/261807271195157

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Avenir Museum Bug Party
Jun
27

Avenir Museum Bug Party

Visit our booth at the Avenir Museum for a fun-filled Saturday in celebration of International Insect Week! Stamp print your own bug-themed handkerchief, join us for collage and coloring, enter giveaways, and enjoy some fun snacks! Plus, meet an array of insect ambassadors and community organizations.

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Critter Chats
Jun
26

Critter Chats

What can same-sex courtship, sex-changing fish, and cooperative parenting tell us about nature? This queer ecology talk explores the remarkable diversity of animal behavior and identity, revealing how queerness has always been part of the natural world.

Critter Chats is a monthly speaker series geared towards adults, but all are welcome!

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Promenade Kids Day
Jun
17

Promenade Kids Day

Celebrate summer with the family at Promenade Kids Day, held on the Main Plaza and inside shoppers’ favorite stores and restaurants! Enjoy FREE arts and crafts, face painting, games, scavenger hunt, prizes giveaways, and much more!

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NOCO Farmer's Market
Jun
14

NOCO Farmer's Market

  • 1001 East Harmony Road Fort Collins, Colorado, 80525 United States (map)
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Come visit our booth at the Fort Collins Harmony Farmer’s Market! We’ll have live animal ambassadors, animal-themed trivia and lots of fun giveaways.

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Greeley Pride
Jun
13

Greeley Pride

Visit the NCWC booth at Greeley Pride! Stop by to say hello, meet some critters, and help us celebrate community.

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Lil' Naturalists Club
Jun
6

Lil' Naturalists Club

  • 1771 Norwood Lane Fort Collins, Colorado, 80525 United States (map)
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This is a free nature club for families to connect, explore, and play outdoors together! This month, we're getting our hands dirty and having some fun in the MUD.

Come dressed for a messy adventure! There's no better way to learn about nature than by jumping right in.

Registration is highly encouraged! Do so here: https://form.jotform.com/261527067307154

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Yard Sale
Jun
6
to Jun 7

Yard Sale

  • Northern Colorado Wildlife Center (map)
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Shop to save wildlife at this 2-day mega yard sale! We will have books, clothing, furniture, home goods, and more available to help raise funds for wildlife care. The sale will be Saturday & Sunday June 6th-7th from 8am-4pm.

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NoCo Wildlife Book Fair
May
30

NoCo Wildlife Book Fair

Join us for a 90s throwback Book Fair Fundraiser benefiting our wildlife rehabilitation efforts!

Here’s what’s waiting for you:
 Books + cool swag for sale
 Make & take nostalgic crafts
 Throwback drinks (Capri Sun, anyone?)
 Feel-good vibes knowing every purchase helps rescue, rehabilitate, and release local wildlife

Tickets are $5 pre-sale, and $7 at the door. Tickets include a free make+take craft and free non-alcoholic drinks.
Purchase your tickets here: https://form.jotform.com/261246299978173

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Critter Chats
May
29

Critter Chats

Bats are really important members of our ecosystem yet their diversity and population numbers are declining at an alarming rate.  Northern Colorado is blessed with 11 species of bats;  Come learn about the lives of our bats and their unique adaptations as the only flying mammals. Join Ranger Eric Powers and bat expert John Canglin from CO Parks & Wildlife in this fascinating talk!

Critter Chats is a monthly speaker series geared towards adults, but all ages are welcome!

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Kids in the Park
May
17

Kids in the Park

Get ready for adventure at Kids to Park Day! This nationally recognized event invites families and children to step outside and embrace the outdoors. This event is all about discovering the beauty of our local parks, playgrounds, open spaces, learning, and outdoor fun.

Come find our booth for some animal-themed activities and giveaways!

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Living with Wildlife Workshop
May
15

Living with Wildlife Workshop

Wildlife is always on the move across Northern Colorado.

Learn the small changes that make a big impact in protecting your property, pets, and livestock while creating a healthier landscape for wildlife.

Join amazing local experts from CSU Extension, Natural Resources Conservation Service, Environmental Health, @audubonrockies, @greenwoodwildlife, and @nocowildlifecenter.

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FoCo Farmer's Market
May
3

FoCo Farmer's Market

  • 1001 East Harmony Road Fort Collins, CO, 80525 United States (map)
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Visit our booth at the Fort Collin’s Farmer’s Market! We’ll have animals, games, giveaways, and lots of animal info!

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Trivia Night
May
1

Trivia Night

Do you know a lot about Planet Earth? Do you think you're the next David Attenborough? Put your knowledge to the test this Friday night!

Come solo or bring a team — everyone’s welcome! It's free to play!


Pre-register and get a hint to help you on game night!

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Bug Buddies
Apr
26

Bug Buddies

Come learn about the importance of insects in nature, and how we can protect them! Plus, meet some insects up close, in this program designed to teach kids not be afraid of nature’s hidden helpers!

Pre-registration is encouraged: https://pci.jotform.com/form/260885817305161

Cost: $5 per child

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Critter Chats
Apr
24

Critter Chats

Join Kristen Hayes, professional wildlife photographer, for an evening full of beautiful photos and lively discussion.

Critter chats is a free monthly speaker series geared towards adults.

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Earth Day Sunday Fair
Apr
19

Earth Day Sunday Fair

Join us this Sunday at the Plymouth Congregational Earth Day Fair! From kids' activities and master beekeepers to composting demos, there is something for everyone. Be sure to visit our booth to say hello to our animals!

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Wildlife Trivia Night
Apr
17

Wildlife Trivia Night

Test your knowledge of Colorado wildlife at our first ever trivia night! There will be prizes and light refreshments. Fly solo or bring your flock.

Register here! https://form.jotform.com/260976676377174

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RESCHEDULED Bug Buddies Insect Celebration
Apr
11

RESCHEDULED Bug Buddies Insect Celebration

RESCHEDULED! Check back soon for the new date.

Come meet some insects up close, learn about the importance of them in nature and how they can be protected! This program is designed to teach kids to not be afraid of natures helpers.

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Lil' Naturalists Club
Apr
4

Lil' Naturalists Club

This club meets once a month and is open to families with children ages 1-5. Please dress for the weather and wear appropriate footwear for walking outside. This event is rain, snow or shine! In the case of extreme weather, we will reach out about relocating indoors. If you have any questions, please reach out to our Education Manager, Meg, at meg@nocowildlife.org

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Adult Bug Tea Party
Mar
28

Adult Bug Tea Party

You asked... and we delivered 🪲 🫖 ✨

Due to popular demand, we've added a second Bug Buddies Tea Party-this one just for adults!

Join us this Saturday, March 28th at 12pm for a relaxed, nature-inspired tea experience featuring charming insect friends, cozy ambiance, and plenty of delicious sips.

Spots are limited, so gather your fellow bug buds and reserve your seat soon! 🐝

$15 per guest - Register here!

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Bug Tea Party
Mar
28

Bug Tea Party

Join us for a delightful Bug Buddies Tea Party, where imagination, learning, and a touch of buggy magic come together! Perfect for young explorers, this charming program invites kids to sip tasty tea (kid-friendly, of course), enjoy delicious treats, and dive into the fascinating world of insects.

Cost is $10 per child. Register here!

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Critter Chats
Mar
27

Critter Chats

This month Critter Chats will joining Nick Hagan, Beaver Wetland Professional, for a deep dive into the fascinating world of beavers and the powerful role they play in shaping our landscapes.

This is a free speaker series for adults.

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Easter Egg Hunt
Mar
21

Easter Egg Hunt

Get ready for the most exciting Easter Egg Hunt in Fort Collins hosted by Fort Collins BEST afterschool program! Make sure you visit our booth while you’re filling your baskets. There will be thousands of eggs to find, golden egg prizes, fun activities, and more! Bring your baskets and get ready for an egg-citing adventure

Egg Hunt Schedule:
Ages 5 & Under: 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM
Ages 6 – 9: 1:00 PM – 2:00 PM
Ages 10 – 12: 2:00 PM – 3:00 PM

Click here for more info and to get your tickets!

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Hop Into Spring Break
Mar
17

Hop Into Spring Break

Jump into spring break with us as we explore the amazing similarities and differences between frogs and toads!

Kids will enjoy hands-on learning through interactive games, creative crafts, and engaging story time, all designed to make learning fun and memorable.

This program is specially geared toward young elementary students (K–3) and will cost 5$!

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Lil' Naturalists Club
Mar
7

Lil' Naturalists Club

Join us for this free monthly nature club for families with children ages 1-5. This month we’ll meet at River’s Edge Natural Area in Fort Collins! Be ready to splash in the river, look for critters and enjoy the magic of early Spring.

Register here!

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Garden and Home Show
Feb
14
to Feb 22

Garden and Home Show

Discover the Rocky Mountain region’s oldest, largest, and most prestigious garden and home show – a nine-day spectacular event-where you can visit with the region’s gardening gurus and home improvement experts.

Come check out our booth! We will be offering fun, hands-on activities for both adults and children, plus the chance to meet some of our beloved animals.

Check out more attendee info here!

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Critter Chats
Feb
13

Critter Chats

This month Critter Chats will be stepping into the fascinating world of monarch butterflies with Ranger Eric Powers as our guide.

Discover how these delicate insects pull off one of nature’s most incredible migrations.

This is a free speaker series for adults.

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