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Animals Around the Rock
Join Douglas Land Conservancy and the Town of Castle Rock as we dive into the characteristics that define our local wildlife, including raptors, reptiles, bats, insects and other species. Local wildlife experts, organizations and wildlife rehabilitators, such as Nature’s Educators the Denver Audubon Society, will be featured at these programs. Discover the various types of animals that live locally and all over the world. Find out what they eat, how they hunt, where they live and how they benefit the local ecosystems.
Due to COVID-19 attendance limitations from the state, registration for these events is required. Space will be more limited for the indoor programs.
These programs are presented by the Town in partnership with Douglas Land Conservancy. Donations are appreciated to help further the program.
Details
- Family-friendly event; free to the public
- Amphitheater programs have outdoor seating up to 250; families are invited to bring a picnic dinner
- Indoor seating at the Millhouse will be limited depending on current State health orders.
- Donations to Douglas Land Conservancy are suggested as $10 per person or $20 per family
COVID-19 guidelines
.Due to current safety precautions, this event will have notable changes from past events.
- No craft activities
- There will not be a meet and greet session with the birds
- No dogs will be allowed at the event
- Attendance will be limited
About the presenters
- Nature's Educators is a local, non-profit licensed wildlife education program that is the primary expert for Castle Rock's Animals Around the Rock series! They are always in need of support both financially as well as with supplies for their wildlife ambassadors and the patients in their new wildlife hospital. Due to Covid-19, their opportunities to give presentations and receive compensation are down, however the costs to care for the animals remains the same. If you would like to donate items such as sheets, towels, ziplock baggies, latex gloves, bleach, white vinegar, gift cards, and similar or make a financial donation, please visit their website: www.natureseducators.org or email them info@natureseducators.org. Thank you for your support!
- What a Hoot! Virtual Presentation
- Creepy Crawlies at the Rock
- Batty About Castle Rock
- Raptors Over the Rock
- Reptiles Under the Rock
What a Hoot! 
This program is dedicated to learning about owls and the physical and behavioral adaptations that help them survive. Meet some real live owls and learn their personal stories and amazing features. Recommended for ages kindergarten and up. Registration is required and limited to 100 participants. When complete, registrants will receive the Webex link.
Thursday, Dec. 10
7-7:30 p.m.
Virtual presentation followed by Q&A
Fall Festival featuring Creepy Crawlies Around the Rock
From the changing leaves, to the soft, fall breeze there is something special about this season at Festival Park. Experience a new Fall Festival full of activities, seasonal vendors and all things autumn.
The festival, put on by the Local Colorado, the organizer of our Sunday Farmers’ Market at Festival Park begins at 10 a.m.
In addition to strolling through over 30 harvest-style vendors featuring locally made food and craft products, families can enjoy activity stations such as giant tic-tac-toe, guessing games, and a decorated photo station for all of your selfies. Plus, enjoy a free photo booth, caricature artist, henna tattoos and candy for your little trick or treaters.
Saturday, Oct. 31
Festival: 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.
Creepy Crawlies booth: 1 to 3 p.m.
Festival Park
Douglas Land Conservancy will also join the fun with Creepy Crawlies Around the Rock. This educational, Halloween-themed animal booth will include some of Castle Rock’s creepiest creatures such as snakes, spiders, toads, owls and roaches. Presenters from Nature's Educators will be on hand to answer questions.
Batty About Castle Rock
Join the Denver Audubon for a presentation on local bats, adaptations and the benefits they bring to our ecology, sponsored by the Douglas Land Conservancy. Registration required and limited to 100 participants. When complete, registrants will receive the Zoom link.
Watch a recording of the 2020 presentation.
Raptors Over the Rock
Join Nature’s Educators for this popular one-hour presentation featuring the birds that share our home. Learn about the characteristics that define raptors, including where they live and how they hunt. Arrive early for picnicking.
Reptiles Under the Rock
Join Nature’s Educators for another one-hour presentation featuring some of the amazing reptiles and amphibians that live in our area. They will bring up to six native reptiles to meet and learn about their habitats, diets, defenses, conservation and more. Arrive early for picnicking! This event is great for all ages.