All ages, $5/person, $15/family Gold, gold, gold!  That long-ago newspaper headlined a time when Colorado was one of America's greatest fortune-seeking destinations. Discover some fun facts about gold and hear some of those gold tales (true or not?) around the campfire as you roast marshmallows.

Ages 4-14, $3/person Maps and clues, and a few surprises too! Let's go on a treasure hunt through the Majestic View Park. Find the treasure and take home a prize or just have fun on an adventure. Dress for the weather.

All ages, Free The beautiful planets of Saturn and Jupiter will be up in the night sky. Join us for telescope viewing and some marshmallow roasting at the Nature Center.

Friday, August 2, 8 - 10 p.m. All ages, free. Stop by the Olde Town Arvada Square for some night sky viewing with our telescope and also learn about some nocturnal wildlife.

Tuesday, August 6, 6:30 - 8 p.m. All ages, free. Meet at West 51st Avenue and Carr Street Stroll along one of Arvada’s 149+ miles of trails with Arvada native, Dean Bernard. Adults and children will enjoy learning about nature in and around Arvada. Dean has a unique way of sharing history through storytelling and […]

Saturday/Sunday, August 10, 4:30 to August 11, 9 a.m. Ages 5+ yrs., $30 NR/$25 RES. Register at apexprd.org/register Apex Park and Recreation District and the Majestic View Nature Center are excited to host the inaugural Pitch, Play, Stay Family Camp Out at Majestic View Park. This family-oriented event will give participants the opportunity to camp […]

Tuesday, August 13, 9:30 - 11 a.m. All ages, free. Bring your children for a nature play date in our “Nature: Explore” space, where they can climb, dig, jump and dive into nature as they connect with their world. No screens, no plans, no slides or swings-just nature and their imaginations. Please register as space […]

Saturday, August 17, 6 - 7 p.m. Ages 13+yrs., $5. CSU Master Gardeners take you for an evening walk through the Majestic View Xeriscaped gardens. See what you can do in your backyard and ask your questions or take pictures as you discover the beauty, and money savings, of this water-conserving landscape.

Wednesday, August 21, 11a.m. - noon Ages 10 yrs. or under, free. Have some tea in the garden as we listen to nature stories, all imaginary friends and stuffed animals welcome.

Saturday, August 24, 9 - 11 a.m. All ages, $30 (Limited scholarships available) . Register with abbi@frontlinefarming.org An interactive workshop with budding herbalists Abigail Wagner and Ryede Degiovanni to discover how to make Electuaries- a healthy, easy and delicious snack for you or your kiddos as they dive back into the school. Learn and taste […]

Tuesday, October  8, 10:30 a.m. - noon All ages, free. Bring your children for a nature play date in our “Nature: Explore” space, where they can climb, dig, jump and dive into nature as they connect with their world. No screens, no plans, no slides or swings-just nature and their imaginations. Please register as space […]

Friday, October 11, 7 - 8:30 p.m. Ages 10+ yrs., free. Join us for a unique night experience at Majestic View Park! What wildlife may be out in the dark? Wear sturdy shoes and dress for the weather. Cancelled if inclement weather.

Saturday, October 12, 10 - 11 a.m. Ages 13+ yrs., $5/person. Getting the garden through winter can be tough, so come get tips from CSU Master Gardeners in this Q&A panel. How can you bring plants inside? What can you do to protect your outdoor garden? Bring your own questions and ideas for this workshop […]

Thursday, October 17, 6:30-8 p.m. Ages 10+ yrs., $5. Renowned for the amazing birds and marine life, explore the land of Charles Darwin and see a breathtaking presentation of the wildlife of the Galapagos, including birds, fish, sea turtles, sea lions and more! Presented by Bob Barber, professional wildlife photographer.

Saturday, October 19, 10 a.m. - 12 p.m. All ages, $25. Vultures play an important ecological role by cleaning up our environment and decreasing the spread of disease. However, they face many threats from human activities. Join Rocky Mountain Wildlife Alliance and learn more about how you can do your part to help them thrive! […]

Thursday, October 24, 4:30 - 5:30 p.m. Ages 4-8 yrs., $3. Learn how different animals make their costumes of camouflage with games, crafts, and some special trick-or-treats.