'Dew' you ever wonder how river ecosystems 'otter' look like? Whenever I think of riparian habitat, my mind 'meanders' through a 'stream' of bird species, cottonwoods, and insects. The fourth graders of Milliken Elementary were in for a treat when their class took a trip to South Platte Park, just south of Denver. Naturalists at South Platte started by educating the students on the history of the Park, followed by exploration of the Carson Nature Center. The South Platte Rive

Family Nature Night at Roxborough has become a tradition at one of SOLE’s original pilot schools. This is the first year it was held in the winter, though! The Welcome Table was set up at the main doors where Sheryl greeted everyone with raffle tickets and information. Partners were variously spaced throughout the atrium, Backyard Bass and archery were set in the gym, and pizza was waiting in the cafeteria. Sometimes it’s tough to know where to start with so many choices! Loo

It was a great night for a Family Nature Night on Tuesday with cooperative weather and families eager for some fun. A smiling face was waiting at the Welcome Table where Katie was there to greet everyone with raffle tickets and a description of all the activities inside! Partners were spread through the school, and pizza was freshly waiting in the cafeteria. Many went for pizza first to fuel up for the awaiting activities. Denver Botanic Gardens brought an entire planting act

The rain couldn’t keep Acres Green students home as they attended their very first SOLE event. Families showed up with smiles and excitement as the evening began. A surprise was waiting at the Welcome Table where Mrs. Kendall, a former science teacher at Acres Green, was there to greet everyone! Activities were spread throughout the school, and pizza was freshly waiting in the cafeteria. Can anyone resist free food? It was a popular treat for students and parents alike to gra