Outdoor School

Nature is calling!

Inviting all ages with various classes offered, to join in exploring the outdoors and nature! Spending time in nature can help reduce stress and trigger happiness! These small-group programs foster connections with nature, the outdoors and each other. Outdoor School classes may occur on Zoo grounds or off-site in other nature-based environments. These classes focus less on animals at the Zoo and more on the powerful impact nature has on us as humans. When we care more about wild places, we take better care of them and the creatures that live there.

Through hands-on interactive experiences, classes may include:

Experiencing nature and the outdoors in an all new way.
Learning a new skill, craft, or experience.
Opportunities to take advantage of the Colorado wilderness.
Inspiring deep connections with nature and a passion for the outdoors.

Upcoming Classes

Basket Weaving for Beginners - Dates TBA

THIS IS A 2.5-DAY COURSE
Dates: Summer class schedule coming soon!

Cost: $85.75 per person
Ages: 12 and up, all skill levels welcome
Location: Cheyenne Mountain Zoo

Your very own handmade basket: it’s beautiful, highly functional, and can be made using simple materials. The first part of the class will be spent preparing the reed for your basket and designing the basket shape and style. Next, you’ll weave the basket and finish it with a rim, and design if you choose. The finished basket will be a beautiful and utilitarian piece of your home. It’s a classic project you’ll enjoy for years to come. Note: this is a physically demanding course; students should be prepared to use their hands and be on their feet. Expect to be a bit tired at the end of each day!

All skill levels welcome, no experience necessary.