Program Days, Hours & Address
4979 4200 Rd., Crawford, CO 81415
Center Director: Alisha Adrian
Wednesday-Saturday: 10 a.m. - 4 p.m. Birthday Parties Saturdays from 10am to 6pm
Available Now. Weekdays at the Gateways Farm & Nature Center Program
Petting zoo with farm therapy animals available all days that the farm & nature center program is open to the public. Ducks, Rabbits, Goats, Mini Horses, Horses
Admission is $5.00 per child.
Available Now. Saturdays at the Gateways Farm and Nature Center Program
- Parties or Events
- Holiday-Themed Parties
- Farm & Nature-Themed Birthday Parties
The Nature Center offers birthday parties for children ages 4 to 12. Each birthday party includes two-hour use of the art studio party room, with options of a Naturalist-led hike and/or a visit from some of your favorite live animals. Families will be given an additional 30-minutes before and after each for set-up and clean-up. Maximum 15 children and parents are responsible for their child.
Party and Event Fees
Delta County Residents: $300.00 for up to 8 children, $10.00 more for each additional child
Themes
- Bugs & Spiders, Oh My!
- African Adventure
- Farm Animals
- Survival Strategies
- Tracks and Trails
- Animals from Around the World
School and Holiday Schedule
- Jan 1st -3rd 2024
- Feb 19th – 23rd 2024
- April 15th – 19th 2024
- May 25th – August 11th Summer
Startup of different features of this farm and nature center program will come online throughout 2024, with the farm animal petting zoo, meeting rooms ($10.00 a person for meeting rooms), birthday parties available now and adding in more features as they are ready. Call for information or watch our website to know when additional classes or program features will be available.
Facility Amenities
Meeting Rooms with WiFi, Farm Animal petting zoo, Birthday Party Spaces. Dance/Yoga Studio, Art Studio.
Facility History
Visit Crawford’s very own Farm & Nature Center Program, where visitors can see live animals up close and learn about the cultural and natural history of the neighboring Crawford State Park. Upcoming program components will be offering year-round programs and interactive exhibits for children and adults of all ages. Come explore and enjoy Colorado’s wild side with us!
Environmental Educators
Larry Berger
Upcoming Nature and Environmental Programs
Enhance your weekday visit to the Nature Center with one of our mini-interactives, happening on Wednesdays, Thursdays and Fridays. Read more below!
To learn more about and register for Gateways Farm and Nature Center programs classes and activities online, check our website at www.gatewaystotransformation.com . For additional information, contact us at 303-859-7385.
Future 2024 Spring & Summer Fall & Winter Learning Programs
|
Program |
Date |
Age |
Fee |
| Butterflies | Upcoming | 6-11 |
$5 |
| Wildlife at Night | Upcoming | 6-9 |
$5 |
| Bioremediation | Upcoming | 9-13 |
$5 |
| Exploring Our Waterways | Upcoming | 12 & up |
$5 |
| Little Adventurers | Upcoming | 3-5 w/ adult |
$12 |
| Solar Eclipse | Upcoming | 8-14 |
$5 |
| Nature Play | Upcoming | 2-4 w/ adult |
$5 |
| Nature Play | Upcoming | 2-4 w/ adult |
$5 |
| Little Adventurers | Upcoming | 3-5 w/ adult |
$12 |
| Grass to Grain | Upcoming | 8-12 |
$5 |
| Ecosystem Engineers | Upcoming | 7-10 |
$5 |
| Animal Tracks and Traces | Upcoming | 5-9 |
$5 |
| Little Adventurers* | Upcoming | 3-6 w/ adult |
$12 |
| Bird Watching and Identification | Upcoming | 7-10 |
$12 |
| Astronomy | Upcoming | 7-10 |
$12 |
| Climate Change | Upcoming | 7-10 |
$12 |
| Wild Horse Education | Upcoming | 7-10 |
$12 |
| Adventurers Hikes | Upcoming | 7-10 |
$12 |
| Camera Days with animals and plants | Upcoming | 7-10 |
$12 |
| Going to the Dogs and Puppies Adoption Event | Upcoming | All ages |
$0 |
| Going to the Cats & Kittens
Adoption Event |
Upcoming | All ages |
$0 |
| Holistic Creations | Upcoming | 7 -10 |
15 |
| Holistic Creations | Upcoming | 11-15 |
15 |
| Recycling | Upcoming | 5-10 |
5 |
| Recycling | Upcoming | 11-15 |
5 |
| Bees and habitat | Upcoming | 5-10 |
5 |
| Bees and Habitat | Upcoming | 11-15 |
5 |
Upcoming School Programs - In-person
Bring the wonders of the Nature Center into your classroom! Let us help you cover your science standards with an engaging, interactive program built to meet Colorado’s Standards of Learning. Some of our program offerings will include:
Adaptations - Habitats & Ecosystems – Geology – Oceans - and more.
Interested in a Nature Program at your school? Email Alisha Adrian at gatewaystotransformation@gmail.com or call 303-859-7385.
Upcoming Farm and Nature Events, Spring, Summer, Fall, and Winter and during School Holidays
4H - Girl Scouts & Boy Scouts Events
Bring your group or troop to earn a badge, patch, bead, challenge, or "try-it" at the farm & nature center. We will provide the learning activities, program materials, and set a time to suit your troop's schedule (you provide the badge, patch, etc.)
Are you working on an individual badge or award? Contact us to create a project tailored to your requirements.
$50 per troop for up to 10 children ($5 for each additional child).
Volunteer Opportunities
A variety of volunteer opportunities are available through the Gateways to Transformation Farm & Nature Center for ages 16 and above. Positions include naturalist aide, trails and grounds maintenance volunteer, and visitor experience volunteer. Volunteer opportunities for groups can be arranged by contacting Alisha Adrian at gatewaystotransformation@gmail.com.
Something to offer in the way of volunteering? Contact us and let’s be creative!