ACTIVITY GUIDE FRIDAY, JUNE 11-FRIDAY JUNE 18 YMCA OF THE ROCKIES ESTES PARK CENTER Questions about what’s available during your stay? Visit our What-to-Expect page here or call x1104. PROGRAM FACILITY HOURS Masks are required inside all facilities. Limited capacities.
SWEET MEMORIAL BUILDING Open 8:00 AM –9:00 PM The hub of the Programs Department, consider us your Activity Visitor Center. Come here to find out the inside scoop, get full schedules of activities, and plan out your fun! Questions? Call us at x1104.
MOOTZ FAMILY CRAFT & DESIGN CENTER Open 9:30 AM –5:00 PM Try glazed ceramics, tie dye, mosaics, painting woodcrafts and more. Prices range from $5-$85. Activities may vary by day. Questions? Call us at x1132.
BOONE FAMILY MOUNTAIN CENTER Open 8:00 AM –5:30 PM Sign up for hikes, visitor our nature center, or get info about our climbing and biking activities! Plus, find tons of information about hiking, both at the Y and in the National Park. Questions? Call x8402.
LULA W. DORSEY MUSEUM Questions? Call us at x1136.
Fri, June 11 Sat, June 12 Sun, June 13 Mon, June 14 Tues, June 15 Wed, June 16 Thurs, June 17 Fri, June 18 12– 5 PM 10 AM—5 PM 10AM– 5 PM 10AM– 5 PM CLOSED CLOSED CLOSED 9 AM– 5 PM
MAUDE JELLISON LIBRARY Questions? Call us at x1133.
Fri, June 11 Sat, June 12 Sun, June 13 Mon, June 14 Tues, June 15 Wed, June 16 Thurs, June 17 Fri, June 18 9 AM—5 PM 9AM -5 PM 1 - 5 PM 9 AM-5 PM 9 AM-5 PM 9 AM - 5 PM 9 AM - 5 PM 9 AM—5 PM
DORSEY SWIMMING POOL Capacity may be restricted. Pool is closed during lightning storms. Call ahead for space availability and weather conditions x1135.
Fri, June 11 Sat, June 12 Sun, June 13 Mon, June 14 Tues, June 15 Wed, June 16 Thurs, June 17 Fri, June 18 Lap Swim Lap Swim Lap Swim Lap Swim Lap Swim Lap Swim Open Swim Lap Swim 7AM-9AM 7AM-9AM 7AM-9AM 7AM-8:45AM 7AM-8:45AM 7AM-8:45AM 1-5; 6-8:30 7AM-9AM Open Swim Open Swim Open Swim Open Swim Open Swim Open Swim Open Swim 9-12; 1-5; 6-8:30 9-12; 1-5; 6-8:30 9-12; 1-5; 6-8:30 1-5; 6-8:30 1-5; 6-8:30 1-5; 6-8:30 9-12; 1-5; 6-8:30
DUNCAN FAMILY CLUBHOUSE Open 8:00 AM –8:00 PM Check out mini golf clubs, tennis equipment, and outdoor recreation. Play basketball, volleyball, and horse- shoes on our courts in the Administration Field. Questions? Call x1134
FIND THE GOLDEN NUGGETS! SWEET MEMORIAL GAME ROOM Follow our hiking trails around the Y and Open 8:00 AM –9:00 PM keep a look out for the shiny, golden rocks hiding all around the property. If Our game room in the basement of you collect at least one, turn in at Sweet Sweet Memorial is open! Play ping pong, Memorial for a special prize! pool, shuffleboard and toddler activities.
Call 970-586-3341 ext. 1104 for more information. Must register in advance. Click here to register online or call Sweet Memorial at x1104. Select PAID ACTIVITIES Activities restricted to single family reservations. Masks Required.
Fri, June 11 Sat, June 12 Sun, June 13 Mon, June 14 Tues, June 15 Wed, June 16 Thurs, June 17 Fri, June 18
Escape Room 8:00 AM 8:00 AM 8:00 AM 8:00 AM 8:00 AM 8:00 AM 8:00 AM 8:00 AM Coleman Cabin 9:30 AM 9:30 AM 9:30 AM 9:30 AM 9:30 AM 9:30 AM 9:30 AM 9:30 AM 11:00 AM 11:00 AM 11:00 AM 11:00 AM 11:00 AM 11:00 AM 11:00 AM 11:00 AM $10/ person 12:30 PM 12:30 PM 12:30 PM 12:30 PM 12:30 PM 12:30 PM 12:30 PM 12:30 PM 8 person max 2:00 PM 2:00 PM 2:00 PM 2:00 PM 2:00 PM 2:00 PM 2:00 PM 2:00 PM 5:00 PM 3:30 PM 5:00 PM 3:30 PM 3:30 PM 3:30 PM 3:30 PM 6:30 PM 5:00 PM 6:30 PM 5:00 PM 5:00 PM 5:00 PM 8:00 PM 6:30 PM 8:00 PM 6:30 PM 6:30 PM 8:00 PM 8:00 PM 8:00 PM Archery 8:00 AM 8:00 AM 8:00 AM 8:00 AM 8:00 AM 8:00 AM 8:00 AM 8:00 AM Main Archery 9:00 AM 9:00 AM 9:00 AM 9:00 AM 9:00 AM 9:00 AM 9:00 AM 9:00 AM Range 10:00 AM 10:00 AM 10:00 AM 10:00 AM 10:00 AM 10:00 AM 10:00 AM 10:00 AM Ages 6+ 11:00 AM 11:00 AM 11:00 AM 11:00 AM 11:00 AM 11:00 AM 11:00 AM 11:00 AM $10/person 12:00 PM 12:00 PM 12:00 PM 12:00 PM 12:00 PM 12:00 PM 12:00 PM 12:00 PM 10 person max 1:00 PM 1:00 PM 1:00 PM 1:00 PM 1:00 PM 1:00 PM 1:00 PM 1:00 PM
Outdoor Climbing Wall 12:30 PM 9:30 AM 9:00 AM 1:30 PM 9:00 AM 2:00 PM 1:30 PM 1:30 PM Mountain Center 1:30 PM 10:30 AM 11:00 AM 2:30 PM 10:00 AM 3:00 PM 2:30 PM 2:30 PM Ages 5+ 2:30 PM 1:30 PM 3:30 PM 11:00 AM 4:00 PM 3:30 PM 3:30 PM $10/person, 3:30 PM 2:30 PM 1:30 PM 8 person max 3:30 PM 2:30 PM 3:30 PM
Indoor Climbing Wall 9:00 AM 9:00 AM 9:00 AM 9:00 AM 9:00 AM 9:00 AM 9:00 AM 9:00 AM Mountain Center 10:00 AM 10:00 AM 10:00 AM 10:00 AM 10:00 AM 10:00 AM 10:00 AM 10:00 AM Ages 5+ 11:00 AM 11:00 AM 11:00 AM 11:00 AM 11:00 AM 11:00 AM 11:00 AM 11:00 AM $10/person, 1:00 PM 1:00 PM 1:00 PM 1:00 PM 1:00 PM 1:00 PM 1:00 PM 1:00 PM 8 person max 2:00 PM 2:00 PM 2:00 PM 2:00 PM 2:00 PM 2:00 PM 2:00 PM 2:00 PM 3:00PM 4:00 PM 3:00PM 3:00PM 3:00PM 3:00PM 3:00PM 3:00PM 4:00 PM 6:00 PM 4:00 PM 4:00 PM 4:00 PM 4:00 PM 4:00 PM 4:00 PM 7:00 PM
Axe Throwing 2:00 PM 2:00 PM 2:00 PM 2:00 PM 3:30 PM 5:45 PM 2:00 PM 2:45 PM Main Archery 2:45 PM 2:45 PM 2:45 PM 2:45 PM 4:15 PM 6:30 PM 2:45 PM 4:15 PM Range 4:15 PM 3:30 PM 4:15 PM 3:30 PM 5:00 PM 3:30 PM 5:00 PM Ages 6+ 5:00 PM 4:15 PM 5:00 PM 4:15 PM 5:45 PM 4:15 PM $10/person 5:45 PM 5:00 PM 5:45 PM 5:00 PM 6:30 PM 5:00 PM 12 person max 6:30 PM 5:45 PM 6:30 PM 5:45 PM 5:45 PM 6:30 PM 6:30 PM 6:30 PM
CAMPFIRES Join us on Tuesday Mornings at the Museum! Campfires are allowed in designated fire rings located throughout the property. Call x1104 to check fire ring availa- bility. A fee of $25 includes use of the site and two Hear from YMCA of the Rockies leadership about updates bundles of wood. and happenings. Includes breakfast. Tuesday’s at 8:30am at the Lula Dorsey Museum Looking to book your fire ring ahead of time? Free to attend, no sign up necessary. BOOK HERE!
DAY CAMP WHERE NATURE, HISTORY & ART INSPIRE! For ages 5-17 The Lula W. Dorsey Museum has created two self-guided walking tours for you to enjoy! These informative strolls A Rocky Mountain Camp experience for only $40 per day! around our Estes Park center explore our history and Meets at Legget Youth Building or Jellison Youth Building public art and encourage you to engage with art and na- ture. Access the tours by clicking on the tour you are Monday-Friday 8:00 AM-3:30 PM interested in!
Register online here: YMCA of the Rockies Day Camp Free! PUBLIC ART TOUR Questions? Call us at x1280 or email us at WALK ABOUT THE Y HISTORY TOUR [email protected] Or download The Clio app and search tours: YMCA of the Rockies, Estes Park. Masks and advanced registration required.
Call 970-586-3341 ext. 1104 for more information. HIKING & MORE Call 1104 or 8402 to register. Requires sign up: Register online or call the Boone Family Mountain Center at x8402. A variety of circumstances may change the schedule of any hike. It is imperative that all hikers check in at the Mountain Center hiking counter no later than 5pm the day before the hike. Please bring your Y lodge room number or cabin name at that time. One opening represents space for one family. Hike Difficulty A = Most Difficult B = Very Demanding C = Demanding D = Strenuous E = Moderate Plus F = Moderate G = Easy H = Easiest Prerequisites: To meet the prerequisite for an A, B, C, and D hike, a hiker must have completed without difficulty a YMCA of the Rockies (hikemaster-led) hike of no more than two grades lower within two weeks before the hike. This means a C hike is the prerequisite for an A hike (some A hikes may require additional hiker scrutiny due to their high level of physical demand); a Saturday, June 12
Hike Miles RT Grade Terrain Elev. Gain High Point Hikemaster 6:45 AM—3:15 PM Sandbeach Lake 9.4 E F 2010’ 10283’ Sam K. Hike through lush woodland along Hunters Creek to the lake where you can soak up the sun on the real sand beach below Mt. Orton.
7:00 AM—1:00PM Bridal Veil Falls 6.6 F E 960’ 8900’ Pat N. Enjoy a blissful hike past historic McGraw Ranch and through mountain meadows to the rocky grotto in Cow Creek canyon. This can be a warm hike in the summer. 7:15 AM—1:15 PM The Loch and Mills Lake 6.5 F F 1354’ 10180’ Leia A.
Fun bushwhack to views of Macgregor Ranch and Lumpy Ridge, then scramble to the exciting summit. Off-trail with rock scrambling and bushwhacking in steep terrain. 9:00 AM-12:00 PM Moraine Park Nature Walk 3 G F 400’ 8400’ Poy P. Identify plants and wildlife along the Big Thompson River and an ancient glacial moraine. Sunday, June 13
Hike Miles RT Grade Terrain Elev. Gain High Point Hikemaster 7:00 AM—2:00 PM Estes Cone 6.5 E D 1606’ 11006’ Liam F. Longs Peak trail to rocky summit with panoramic views of Battle Mountain, Longs Peak, Twin Sisters, Lily Mountain and Estes Valley. This trail has a steep scramble.
7:30 AM—2:30PM Circle of Lakes 8.0 F F 850’ 10220’ Scott H. Bear, Nymph, Dream, Haiyaha, and Mills Lakes, plus Glacier & Alberta Falls. Emerald Lake and Loch Vale are also possible, depending on the vigor of the group. 7:30 AM—12:00 PM Castle Mountain and Window Rock 2.5 F D 1120’ 8834’ David M.
Fun bushwhack to views of Macgregor Ranch and Lumpy Ridge, then scramble to the exciting summit. Off-trail with rock scrambling and bushwhacking in steep terrain.
9:00 AM-12:00 PM Moraine Park Nature Walk 3 G F 400’ 8400’ Harvey H. Identify plants and wildlife along the Big Thompson River and an ancient glacial moraine. Monday, June 14 Hike Miles RT Grade Terrain Elev. Gain High Point Hikemaster 6:45 AM—3:45 PM Ouzel Lake 10 E F 1690’ 10010’ Sam K. We will follow the Wild Basin trail along the N. St. Vrain and Cony Creeks, through a 1978 wildfire burn area to a quiet woodland lake.
7:00 AM-11:30PM Boulder Brook Loop 6.7 F F 1300’ 10300’ Larry S. Pass Alberta and Rebecca Falls, then east onto the little-used North Long's Peak Trail. 7:00 AM—2:00 PM Twin Sisters 7.6 E E 2723’ 11428’ Scott H. From the trailhead above Lily Lake, hike across the landslide caused by the Flood of 2013 to a summit directly opposite Longs Peak. This is a great summit to photograph Long’s Peak.
7:30 AM-1:30 PM Ouzel Falls 5.5 F F 900’ 9450’ Leia A. Follow a forested trail up the North St. Vrain River past Copeland Falls, Calypso Cascades and the 1978 fire area to feel the spray from the broad, impressive Ouzel Falls.
Tuesday, June 15 Hike Miles RT Grade Terrain Elev. Gain High Point Hikemaster 7:00 AM—2:00 PM Finch Lake 10.8 E F 2200’ 10116’ Bill B. Classic Wild Basin trail over Olive Ridge and the north side of Meadow Mountain to the lovely, woodland shores of Finch Lake.
7:15 AM-12:45 PM Mills Lake 5.2 F F 850’ 9940’ Sam K. Enjoy this popular trail past the roaring Alberta Falls to a photogenic lake below Thatchtop Mountain and the craggy Glacier Gorge. 7:30 AM—11:30 AM Piper Meadows 3.7 G F 800’ 8040’ Ginny K.
Hike from the town of Glen Haven to historic Piper Meadows. Starting near the stables, beyond the Post Office, this hike climbs to the site of an old dairy homestead cabin, and just downhill from the ranch of Shep Husted, one of the area’s most famous mountain guides. 9:00 AM—4:00PM Sprague Lake Via Winder River Trail 9.0 F F 1050’ 8720’ Clyde M. Take the back way in along this lovely trail. Great views of Rocky Mountain National Park and no crowds!
Starting May 28th, timed entry reservations are required to enter Rocky Mountain National Park. For more information, click here: RMNP
Call 970-586-3341 ext. 1104 for more information. HIKING CONTINUED Call 1311 or 8402 to register. Wednesday, June 16 Hike Miles RT Grade Terrain Elev. Gain High Point Hikemaster 6:30 AM—5:00 PM Dark Mountain via Bridal Veil Falls 11.5 D D 3060’ 10859’ David P. Hike through the meadows of McGraw Ranch to the rocky grotto in Cow Creek canyon. Then hike above the falls to the top of the park’s 100th highest summit. This peak is called Dark
7:00 AM—4:30 PM Thunder Lake 13.2 E F 2420’ 10574’ Liam F. Wonder-filled trail through Wild Basin forests, along the North Saint Vrain River, and past several waterfalls to a historic cabin beside the scenic lake. 7:30 AM—2:00 PM Lake Helene 6.4 F F 1215’ 10580’ Leia A.
Enjoy taking this forested trail around the north face of Flattop Mountain to a shallow lake below Notchtop Mountain. This lake almost feels like a secret because it is tucked away. 8:30 PM—1:30 PM Wigwam Tea Room from the Y 4.5 F E 950’ 8500’ Tom D. From The Summit, follow along a gentle trail along Aspen Brook the historic Wigwam Tea House, site of the first female Estes Valley homesteader. Thursday, June 17
Hike Miles RT Grade Terrain Elev. Gain High Point Hikemaster 6:00 AM– 2:30 PM Lion Lake #1 13.0 D E 2565’ 11065’ Annie C.
Classic Wild Basin trail along the North St Vrain to a beautiful lake with superb flowers.
7:15 AM—12:45 PM Tombstone Ridge 4 F E 300’ 11600’ Sam K. Walk in the steps of the Native Americans who followed the game over the ancient Ute Trail across the Continental Divide. Climb to the top of the rocky fin, called Tombstone Ridge, over- looking the site of old Hidden Valley Ski area. 7:30 AM—1:30 PM Gemstones 4.5 E B 1500’ 8940’ David M.
Challenging rock scrambles to several, exciting high points on the east end of Lumpy Ridge. Exposed 3rd class (non-technical) rock scrambling. Helmets required and furnished by the Y. 9:00 AM– 11:30 AM Little Horseshoe Park 4.0 G F 400’ 9100’ Clyde M. Enjoy this nature and history hike as you learn about the old CCC Camp. 9:00 AM-12:00 PM Moraine Park Nature Walk 3 G F 400’ 8400’ Poy P.
Identify plants and wildlife along the Big Thompson River and an ancient glacial moraine.
Friday, June 18
Hike Miles RT Grade Terrain Elev. Gain High Point Hikemaster 6:00 AM– 5:00 PM Black, Blue and Green Lakes 13.5 C C 2510’ 11550’ Scott H.
These spectacular lakes sit on glacial shelves in upper glacier gorge against the back-drop of Arrowhead and Spearhead Aretes, and the spectacular rock faces of Longs, Chiefs Head and McHenry’s Peaks. 7:00 AM—1:30 PM The Crags 5.4 E E 1600’ 10830’ David M. We will hike partly off-trail to a craggy buttress on the north side of Twin Sisters. This area offers spectacular views of the east face of Longs Peak and the entire Estes Valley.
7:15 AM—2:45 PM Lake of Glass and Sky Pond 8.4 E E 1930’ 10900’ Enjoy the hike up to Timberline Falls, then scramble up a falls to two gorgeous alpine lakes below Taylor Glacier and Skarkstooth. Enjoy awesome views of the Loch Vale and beyond from the top of the falls that attract open-air painters and photographers. Snowfields often persist through mid-June.
Private Hikes HIKING RENTALS MOUNTAIN BIKE RENTALS Prices per day. Interested in your own private hike? We can Adult and youth sizes. Available at the Mountain Center. Available at the Mountain Center. take you anywhere in Rocky Mountain Na-
Hiking Poles $5 tional Park! Give us a call at x1311 to dis- Ask about our mountain biking Day Pack $5 cuss the details. trails on YMCA property! Kid Carrier $10 Stroller $5 4 hours $15 Microspikes $10 Must have at least 2 people in your party, Snowshoes $10 price dependent on hike, minimum $25. Res- 24 Hour $30 ervations must be made 2 days in advance.
Meet with a Park Ranger Every Friday from 9 am-12pm, meet a Park ranger outside the Mountain Center and earn a junior Ranger badge. On Saturdays from 1-5pm, look for a Park Ranger outside the Admin Building and ask questions.
Call 970-586-3341 ext. 1104 for more information. A Rocky Mountain Camp experience for only $40 per day! FREE FAMILY PROGRAMS Questions? Call x1104 Registration Required. Call x1104 or register online by clicking here! **Our classes will go outdoors Limited Capacities. Masks Required. and classes run rain, snow or shine!
Age Ranges Family Programs (all ages) ⸙ Little Learners (6 and under) ⁕ Young Adult+ (10 & up) ☼ Locations: Mountain Center (MC) Sweet Memorial (Sweet) Legett Youth Building (Legett) Dorsey Pond (Dorsey)
Friday, June 11 7:00 PM ⸙ Trivia @ Sweet 2:00 PM ⸙ Kickball @ Sweet 8:00 AM ⁕ Little Explorers @ Sweet 7:30 PM ⸙ Sardines @ Sweet 2:15 PM ⁕ Bugs, Bugs, Bugs! @ Sweet 8:45 AM ⸙ Animal Detective @ Sweet 7:45 PM ⸙ Community Fire @ Main Fire Ring 2:15 PM ⸙ Mountain Exploration @ Sweet 9:15 AM ⸙ Gaga Ball @ Sweet 8:30 PM ⸙ Night Walk @ Sweet 2:45 PM ⸙ Capture the Flag @ Sweet 10:30 AM ⸙ Knots @ Sweet 9:30 PM ⸙ Astronomy @ Legett 2:45 PM ⸙ Leave No Trace @ Sweet 10:30 AM ⁕ Children’s Story Time @ Library Monday, June 14 3:15 PM ⸙ Hoot and Hurl @ Sweet 11:00 AM ⸙ Science: Slime @ Sweet 8:00 AM ⁕ Little Explorers @ Sweet 3:30 PM ⸙ Here, Kitty Kitty @ Sweet 12:30 PM ⸙ Fire Quest @ Sweet 8:45 AM ⸙ Animal Detective @ Sweet 4:15 PM ⸙ What about Wolves? @ Sweet 1:00 PM ⸙ Geocaching @ Sweet 9:15 AM ⸙ Gaga Ball @ Sweet 5:15 PM ⁕ Parachute Games @ Sweet 1:15 PM ⸙ Creek Stompin’ @ Dorsey Lake 10:30 AM ⁕ Children’s Story Time @ Library 6:00 PM ⸙ BINGO @ Sweet 1:45 PM ⸙ Animal Detective @ Sweet 10:30 AM ⸙ Knots @ Sweet 6:00 PM ⸙ Ultimate Frisbee @ Sweet 1:45 PM ⸙ Survival @ Sweet 11:00 AM ⸙ Science: Slime @ Sweet 7:00 PM ⸙ Trivia @ Sweet 1:45 PM ⸙ Treasure Trek @ MC 12:30 PM ⸙ Fire Quest @ Sweet 7:30 PM ⸙ Sardines @ Sweet 2:00 PM ⸙ Kickball @ Sweet 1:00 PM ⸙ Geocaching @ Sweet 7:45 PM ⸙ Community Fire @ Main Fire Ring 2:15 PM ⁕ Bugs, Bugs, Bugs! @ Sweet 1:15 PM ⸙ Creek Stompin’ @ Dorsey 8:30 PM ⸙ Night Walk @ Sweet 2:15 PM ⸙ Mountain Exploration @ Sweet 1:45 PM ⸙ Survival @ Sweet 9:30 PM ⸙ Astronomy @ Legett 4:15 PM ⸙ What about Wolves? @ Sweet 1:45 PM ⸙ Treasure Trek @ MC Thursday, June 17 5:15 PM ⁕ Parachute Games @ Sweet 2:00 PM ⸙ Kickball @ Sweet 8:00 AM ⁕ Parachute Games @ Sweet 6:00 PM ⸙ BINGO @ Sweet 2:15 PM ⁕ Bugs, Bugs, Bugs! @ Sweet 8:45 AM ⸙ Animal Detective @ Sweet 6:00 PM ⸙ Ultimate Frisbee @ Sweet 2:15 PM ⸙ Mountain Exploration @ Sweet 9:15 AM ⸙ Air-O-Sport @ Sweet 7:00 PM ⸙ Trivia @ Sweet 2:45 PM ⸙ Capture the Flag @ Sweet 10:30 AM ⸙ Bird is the Word @ Sweet 7:30 PM ⸙ Sardines @ Sweet 2:45 PM ⸙ Leave No Trace @ Sweet 10:30 AM ⁕ Children’s Story Time @ Library 7:45 PM ⸙ Community Fire @ Main Fire Ring 3:15 PM ⸙ Hoot and Hurl @ Sweet 11:00 AM ⸙ Science: Marshmallow Catapults @ Sweet 8:30 PM ⸙ Night Walk @ Sweet 3:30 PM ⸙ Here, Kitty Kitty @ Sweet 12:30 PM ⸙ Fire Quest @ Sweet 9:30 PM ⸙ Astronomy @ Legett 4:00 PM ⸙ Origami @ Sweet 1:00 PM ⸙ Origami @ Sweet Saturday, June 12 4:15 PM ⸙ What About Wolves? @ Sweet 1:15 PM ⸙ Creek Stompin’ @ Dorsey 8:00 AM ⁕ Parachute Games @ Sweet 5:15 PM ⁕ Parachute Games @ Sweet 1:45 PM ⸙ Survival @ Sweet 8:45 AM ⸙ Animal Detective @ Sweet 6:00 PM ⸙ BINGO @ Sweet 1:45 PM ⸙ Treasure Trek @ MC 9:15 AM ⸙ Air-O-Sport @ Sweet 7:00 PM ⸙ Trivia @ Sweet 2:15 PM ⸙ Walk in the Woods @ Sweet 10:30 AM ⁕ Children’s Story Time @ Library 7:30 PM ⸙ Sardines @ Sweet 2:15 PM ⁕ Wooly Worm Hunt @ Sweet 10:30 AM ⸙ Bird is the Word @ Sweet 8:30 PM ⸙ Night Walk @ Sweet 2:45 PM ⁕ Bugs, Bugs, Bugs! @ Sweet 11:00 AM ⸙ Science: Ice Cream @ Sweet 9:30 PM ⸙ Astronomy@ Legett 2:45 PM ⸙ Ultimate Frisbee @ Sweet 12:30 PM ⸙ Fire Quest @ Sweet Tuesday, June 15 3:30 PM ⸙ Here, Kitty Kitty @ Sweet 1:00 PM ⸙ Origami @ Sweet 8:00 AM ⁕ Parachute Games @ Sweet 4:15 PM ⸙ What About Wolves? @ Sweet 1:15 PM ⸙ Creek Stompin’ @ Dorsey Lake 8:45 AM ⸙ Animal Detective @ Sweet 4:45 PM ⸙ Bear Talk @ Sweet 1:45 PM ⸙ Treasure Trek @ MC 9:15 AM ⸙ Air-O-Sport @ Sweet 6:00 PM ⸙ BINGO @ Virtual 2:00 PM ⸙ Whiffle Ball @ Sweet 10:30 AM ⸙ Bird is the Word @ Sweet 7:00 PM ⸙ Trivia @ Virtual 2:15 PM ⸙ Walk in the Woods @ Sweet 10:30 AM ⁕ Children’s Story Time @ Library 8:30 PM ⸙ Night Walk @ Sweet 2:15 PM ⁕ Wooly Worm Hunt @ Sweet 11:00 AM ⸙ Science: Marshmallow Catapults @ Sweet 9:30 PM ⸙ Star Gazing @ Legett 2:45 PM ⁕ Bugs, Bugs, Bugs! @ Sweet 12:30 PM ⸙ Fire Quest @ Sweet Friday, June 18 2:45 PM ⸙ Ultimate Frisbee @ Sweet 1:00 PM ⸙ Origami @ Sweet 8:00 AM ⁕ Little Explorers @ Sweet 3:00 PM ⸙ President “Teddy” Roosevelt @ Dorsey Museum 1:15 PM ⸙ Creek Stompin’ @ Dorsey Lake 8:45 AM ⸙ Animal Detective @ Sweet 3:30 PM ⸙ Here, Kitty Kitty @ Sweet 1:45 PM ⸙ Survival @ Sweet 9:15 AM ⸙ Gaga Ball @ Sweet 4:15 PM ⸙ What About Wolves? @ Sweet 1:45 PM ⸙ Treasure Trek @ MC 10:30 AM ⸙ Knots @ Sweet 4:45 PM ⸙ Bear Talk @ Sweet 2:00 PM ⸙ Whiffle Ball @ Sweet 10:30 AM ⁕ Children’s Story Time @ Library 5:15 PM ⸙ Little Explorers @ Sweet 2:15 PM ⸙ Walk in the Woods @ Sweet 11:00 AM ⸙ Science: Slime @ Sweet 6:00 PM ⸙ BINGO @ Sweet 2:15 PM ⁕ Wooly Worm Hunt @ Sweet 12:30 PM ⸙ Fire Quest @ Sweet 7:00 PM ⸙ Trivia @ Sweet 2:45 PM ⁕ Bugs, Bugs, Bugs! @ Sweet 1:00 PM ⸙ Geocaching @ Sweet 7:30 PM ⸙ Capture the Flag @ Sweet 2:45 PM ⸙ Ultimate Frisbee @ Sweet 1:15 PM ⸙ Creek Stompin’ @ Dorsey 8:30 PM ⸙ Night Walk @ Sweet 3:30 PM ⸙ Here, Kitty Kitty @ Sweet 1:45 PM ⸙ Animal Detective @ Sweet 9:30 PM ⸙ Astronomy@ Legett 4:15 PM ⸙ What About Wolves? @ Sweet 1:45 PM ⸙ Survival @ Sweet Sunday, June 13 4:45 PM ⸙ Bear Talk @ Sweet 1:45 PM ⸙ Treasure Trek @ Sweet 8:00 AM ⁕ Little Explorers @ Sweet 6:00 PM ⸙ BINGO @ Sweet 2:00 PM ⸙ Kickball @ Sweet 8:45 AM ⸙ Animal Detective @ Sweet 7:00 PM ⸙ Trivia @ Sweet 2:15 PM ⁕ Bugs, Bugs, Bugs! @ Sweet 9:15 AM ⸙ Gaga Ball @ Sweet 7:30 PM ⸙ Capture the Flag @ Sweet 2:15 PM ⸙ Mountain Exploration @ Sweet 10:30 AM ⸙ Knots @ Sweet 8:30 PM ⸙ Night Walk @ Sweet 6:00 PM ⸙ BINGO @ Sweet 11:00 AM ⸙ Science: Oobleck @ Sweet 9:30 PM ⸙ Star Gazing @ Legett 6:00 PM ⸙ Ultimate Frisbee @ Sweet 12:30 PM ⸙ Fire Quest @ Sweet Wednesday, June 16 7:00 PM ⸙ Trivia @ Sweet 1:00 PM ⸙ Geocaching @ Sweet 8:00 AM ⁕ Little Explorers @ Sweet 7:45 PM ⸙ Community Fire @ Main Fire Ring 1:15 PM ⸙ Creek Stompin’ @ Dorsey Lake 8:45 AM ⸙ Animal Detective @ Sweet 8:30 PM ⸙ Night Walk @ Sweet 1:45 PM ⸙ Animal Detective @ Sweet 9:15 AM ⸙ Gaga Ball @ Sweet 1:45 PM ⸙ Survival @ Sweet 10:30 AM ⸙ Knots @ Sweet POEM SHARE 1:45 PM ⸙ Treasure Trek @ MC 10:30 AM ⁕ Children’s Story Time @ Library 2:00 PM ⸙ Kickball @ Sweet 11:00 AM ⸙ Science: Oobleck @ Sweet Monday, June 14 at 7:00 pm 2:15 PM ⁕ Bugs, Bugs, Bugs! @ Sweet 12:30 PM ⸙ Fire Quest @ Sweet 2:15 PM ⸙ Mountain Exploration @ Sweet 1:00 PM ⸙ Geocaching @ Sweet Come join an evening at the library as 4:15 PM ⸙ What about Wolves? @ Sweet 1:15 PM ⸙ Creek Stompin’ @ Dorsey we share our favorite poetry. You can 5:15 PM ⁕ Parachute Games @ Sweet 1:45 PM ⸙ Animal Detective @ Sweet read your own original work, poetry 6:00 PM ⸙ BINGO @ Sweet 1:45 PM ⸙ Survival @ Sweet from books, or just come to listen. Rec- 6:00 PM ⸙ Ultimate Frisbee @ Sweet 1:45 PM ⸙ Treasure Trek @ Sweet ommended for ages13+.
Call 970-586-3341 ext. 1104 for more information. FAMILY PROGRAM DESCRIPTIONS
FAMILY FUN HERE, KITTY KITTY (45min) WALK IN THE WOODS (1.5hr) AIR-O-SPORT (1hr) Explore the lives of mountain lions, from Take a leisurely hike around property to Bring your friends and family to play a sport kittens to top predators. explore the trees, plants, and animals in that combines frisbee golf and ultimate fris- HOOT N’ HURL (1hr) our area and how they come together to thrive in our wild mountain woods. bee. Want to learn about a stealthy and adora- ANIMAL DETECTIVE (1hr) ble apex predator? We will be showcasing WHAT ABOUT WOLVES? (45min) Learn about animals that call the Rockies the owls of the Rockies and then dig into Grey wolves were extirpated from Colo- home. We will observe tracks, scat, bones, and their diet by examining pellets. It’s a hoot! rado in the late 1800's. As wolves begin antlers, then put our detective skills to work KICKBALL (1hr) to migrate back, learn about the effect to see what animal signs we can find outside! Join other game enthusiasts for kicking of these large carnivores on their eco- ARCHAEOLOGY WALK (2hr) and running fun! systems. This mile long hike will take you to an exca- KNOTS (1hr) WHIFFLE BALL (1hr) vated rock shelter on property and provides Knot tying is an essential backcountry Join us for this summertime favorite. an opportunity to explore prehistoric life in skill. Learn a half hitch, bowline, and more This game is similar to baseball but with the region. useful knots! a whiffle ball and plastic bat. ASTRONOMY (1.5hr) LEAVE NO TRACE (1hr) Get closer looks of the night skies through our Learn how to protect the environment LITTLE LEARNERS telescopes. Observe a variety of celestial ob- while you are out in nature. For families with children 6 and under: jects including the moon, planets, constella- MOUNTAIN EXPLORATION (1hr) BUGS, BUGS, BUGS! (30min) tions and more! Did you know that the Y was once home Caterpillars, worms, beetles, butterflies, BEAR TALK (30 min) to a giant glacier? Learn how the glaciers and more! Dig into what bugs look like, Explore the lives of bears and how to keep and streams have eroded our grounds to how they change, and what makes these yourselves and them safe in this bear-y inter- their current form and visit the edge of an crawly critters so cool! esting talk! ancient ice sheet. LITTLE EXPLORERS (30 min) BINGO (1hr) NIGHT WALK (1hr) Explorers use their senses to observe and B-I-N-G-O! Grab a card and get your game Experience the Y's night life, learn about investigate the world around them. Take a face on. For 2021, pick up a card from Sweet nocturnal animals, and play night games. walk with our facilitator and practice your Memorial and participate virtually! Must register in advance. exploring skills! BIRD IS THE WORD (1hr) ORIGAMI (1hr) PARACHUTE GAMES (30 min) Come learn about fall birds in our area and For centuries, cultures have created ways Rise and fall with our big parachute as we make your very own pinecone bird feeder! to artistically approach, adopt, and adapt play games on, under, and around the bil- the paper craft. We will explore basic lowing parachute! CAPTURE THE FLAG (1hr) folding patterns and replicate easy de- How well can you hike, sneak, run, and chase signs. WOOLLY WORM HUNT (30 min) in this classic camp game to retrieve your flag SARDINES (1hr) Join our adventurous hunt for the mysteri- from the other team’s side! One person hides, and everyone else ous wooly worms and learn about how COMMUNITY FIRE (1hr) seeks! This variation of hide and seek will animals use camouflage! Come join a free community campfire. Feel get everyone running around and having free to bring your own s'mores supplies! fun! Meet at the Sweet Memorial Building. SCIENCE (1hr) CREEK STOMPIN’ (1hr) Become a scientist. Make Ice Cream, Get your feet wet in this introduction to our Oobleck, Slime, and marshmallow cata- mountain lakes and streams. As we play in pults. the creek, we'll see what lives in and near the water, learn what makes a healthy wa- SURVIVAL (1.5hr) terway, and the importance of keeping our Learn some important skills to help you water clean! stay safe in the wilderness. FIRE QUEST (1hr) TREASURE TREK (1hr) Fire can be a life-saving tool outdoors. Come Put your thinking cap on and unravel clues learn how to use various methods to spark that will lead you around property to find safe fires. the treasure. GAGA BALL (1hr) TRIVIA (1hr) Played with a rubber ball, this game combines Test your random knowledge on a team the skills of dodging, striking, running, jump- with your family, or mix it up with other ing, while trying to hit opponents below the guests! knees. ULTIMATE FRISBEE (1hr) GEOCACHING (1hr) Run up and down the field with your teammates. Throw and catch the frisbee Join our instructor to learn the basics of Geo- to score points. caching, and then set out to see what we can find. This class is designed for beginners. Call 970-586-3341 ext. 1104 for more information. More Activities
ARTS AND CRAFTS CLASSES AT MOOTZ FAMILY CRAFT & DESIGN CENTER Sign Up Online by clicking here or call x1104. *Registration Required Don’t miss the rest of the Craft Shop offerings, open daily from 9:30-5! Using bleach and dyes on a black t-shirt, our craft staff will $20 11 and under will need parental help you tie up your shirt, and then you get to bleach and guidance Monday, June 14 7:00 PM Reverse Tie-Dye dye it yourself for a wearable memory. Use our templates to sew together a felt keychain. Our $15 11 and under will need parental staff will go over basic sewing skills to help you assemble guidance Tuesday, June 15 7:00 PM Felt Keychain Sewing your project and attach it to a keychain. Our craft staff will walk you through watercolor techniques. $10 All ages The class will be held outside weather permitting, so that Wednesday, June 16 7:00 PM Watercolor you can draw from inspiration of the Rockies! Bring your own gem or stone to wrap, or we can provide $15 Teens and adults one to you. After wrapping, our craft staff can help attach your pendant to a Thursday, June 17 7:00 PM Wire Wrapping necklace! Make a fairy home to attract fairies using $15 All ages materials from right hereat the YMCA! Our craft staff will share the secrets to building a comforting and safe home Friday, June 18 7:00 PM Fairy Garden for your fairies.
WORSHIP IN THE ROCKIES Family Cookout and Campfire Sunday at 10:00 AM Tuesday, June 15 Guests and staff are invited to an outdoor worship on the lawn Join us at Upper Cookout for burgers, hotdogs and other outside Hyde Chapel. Bring a lawn chair if you have one! In order delicious cookout fare at 5 pm. At 7, we will gather at the to provide a safe environment, face coverings are required and Pearson Fire Ring for songs, skits, and games. contract tracing information will be *Registration Required: Click here: gathered. For those who wish to join us online Click here to tune in! Prices: Adults (13+) $20, children (6-12) $15
Drum Circle Digging for Harold Sanborn’s Gold Monday, June 14 at 7:00 pm Thursday, June 17 at 7:00 pm As the sun sets, join local Nancy Bell at the Kathie Mennel Meet at the Maude Jellison Library to experience regional histo- Amphitheater to create great musical sounds with other ry through the “real-photo” postcards of Denver photographer Harold Sanborn who traveled throughout Colorado in the 1920s guests. Talented and non-talented musicians welcome! and 30s, capturing images of every small town and tourist camp in the area. Register here!
Cowboy Brad Wednesday, June 16 at 7:00 pm BIRD BANDING
Join local singer/songwriter/guitarist Tuesday, June 15 and Friday, June 18 Cowboy Brad at the Kathie Mennel 3:00-5:00 PM Outdoor Amphitheater by the Mountain Drop in at the Bird Banding site located near the corner of Center for songs and fun for the whole family! Mineral Rd. and Association Dr. to watch Scott Rashid, licensed bird bander, “net” different species of birds that come to Colorado in the Summer. Registration not required. MAUDE JELLISON LIBRARY “CURBSIDE” PICK-UP Enjoy some great books or videos during your stay at the Y! VINYASA FLOW YOGA Saturday, June 12 at 9:00 AM 1. Find word documents of books and DVDs by category by clicking here! Join instructor Laura Collins for integral yoga with a vinyasa flair, suited for all levels. Mats available. 2. Request the books/DVDs you’d like by emailing your re- Click on the time to register!
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