Upcoming Events
Greeley Pride
Visit the NCWC booth at Greeley Pride! Stop by to say hello, meet some critters, and help us celebrate community.
NOCO Farmer's Market
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.
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!
Painting with a Purpose
You don’t want to miss this Painting with a Purpose fundraiser class! Proceeds will go directly to our wildlife center.
Unleash your inner artist as our talented stage artist guides you through creating your own masterpiece of your pet!
For more info and to purchase your tickets visit: Painting with a Twist
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!
Lil' Naturalists Club
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
Yard Sale
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.
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
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!
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!
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.
FoCo Farmer's Market
Visit our booth at the Fort Collin’s Farmer’s Market! We’ll have animals, games, giveaways, and lots of animal info!
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!
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
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.
Earth Day Baby Shower & Open House
Join us for our Earth Day Baby Shower & Open House! Stop by to meet our team, enjoy ambassador animal meet-and-greets, and get a glimpse into our daily wildlife care.
View our wish list here!
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!
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
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.
Baby Bash Benefit Concert
Featuring Steve & the Cruisers!
Join us for a night of live music, dancing, drinks, a silent auction, and plenty of opportunities to connect with others who care about protecting local wildlife.
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
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!
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 $10 per child. Register here!
Critter Chats
This month Critter Chats will joining Nick Hagan, Beaver Wetland Professional, for a deep dive into the fascinating world of beavers and the powerful role they play in shaping our landscapes.
This is a free speaker series for adults.
Easter Egg Hunt
Get ready for the most exciting Easter Egg Hunt in Fort Collins hosted by Fort Collins BEST afterschool program! Make sure you visit our booth while you’re filling your baskets. There will be thousands of eggs to find, golden egg prizes, fun activities, and more! Bring your baskets and get ready for an egg-citing adventure
Egg Hunt Schedule:
Ages 5 & Under: 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM
Ages 6 – 9: 1:00 PM – 2:00 PM
Ages 10 – 12: 2:00 PM – 3:00 PM
Click here for more info and to get your tickets!
Hop Into Spring Break
Jump into spring break with us as we explore the amazing similarities and differences between frogs and toads!
Kids will enjoy hands-on learning through interactive games, creative crafts, and engaging story time, all designed to make learning fun and memorable.
This program is specially geared toward young elementary students (K–3) and will cost 5$!
Register Here!
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.
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!
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.
Wildlife Hero Training
If you love helping animals - this training is a must! Participants will receive hands-on training led by a licensed wildlife rehabilitator. Learn about common animal injuries and what to do if you find one in need of help.
$25 per person. Everyone will walk away with a certificate and an animal rescue box to keep in your car!
Registration is required. Click here to register!
Panera Fundraiser
Support the Northern Colorado Wildlife Center by enjoying a meal at Panera Bread (dine-in, pick-up, or delivery) and 20% of all sales will be donated to help support local wildlife rehabilitation and education efforts.
When ordering, be sure to enter the promo code FUND4U at checkout to make your purchase count. Come raise some dough with us while making a difference for wildlife in Northern Colorado!
Art Walk Fundraiser
Shop local art to save wildlife.
Join us for a special art exhibit featuring local artists—browse, enjoy, and purchase original artwork (paintings, pottery, and more!) while supporting our mission to save wildlife.
All proceeds help fund the rescue, care, and release of injured and orphaned wildlife.
If you are interested in donating your art to this event, please reach out to Anya Davies, anya@nocowildlife.org
Lil' Naturalists Club
*Due to expected high winds, this month we will be meeting indoors at our wildlife center.
This free family nature club meets monthly to adventure in nature, build community and foster curiosity!
Pre-register here!
The target age for this club is 1-5 years old.
Critter Chats
Critter Chats is back with The Deer in Your Headlights—a fascinating look into the secret lives of deer and what happens when their world overlaps with ours. Our speaker this month is avid hunter and outdoor enthusiast, KK Hiten.
KK’s talk will explore the science, stories, and real-world challenges of human–deer conflict.
This is a free speaker series for adults.