Upcoming Events

Winter Telescope Party: Valentines Stars
Feb
13

Winter Telescope Party: Valentines Stars

Joder Ranch north of Boulder. Directions supplied when you register.

Enjoy amazing views of the Orion constellation and nebula by the same name, Jupiter and its moons, and more with community naturalist Dave Sutherland.

NOTE: The program will be offered once on Feb 13, 14, or 15, on the night with the best weather forecast.

Image of Orion Nebula by Dave Sutherland..

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Citizen Ruth: Environmental Warrior
Feb
24

Citizen Ruth: Environmental Warrior

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NOTE: This program will be offered in-person only, and will start at 7:00 PM instead of the usual 7:15.
Doors open at 6:30 for social time with light refreshments.

Enjoy a heartwarming documentary about Ruth Wright, extraordinary environmental activist who helped achieve lasting environmental and community changes in Boulder County and beyond. The film will be followed by conversation with the filmmaker and friends.

Ruth Wright, photo courtesy of Pam Hoge.

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Equinox Telescope Party: Galaxy Quest
Mar
19

Equinox Telescope Party: Galaxy Quest

Joder Ranch north of Boulder. Directions supplied when you register.

Enjoy amazing views of colliding galaxies, graceful spirals, and more with community naturalist Dave Sutherland.

NOTE: The program will be offered once on March 19, 20, or 21, on the night with the best weather forecast.

Image of Whirlpool Galaxy by Dave Sutherland..

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Falcons…Streamlined for Speed
Mar
24

Falcons…Streamlined for Speed

Join wildlife photographer and conservation educator Perry Conway for a talk about the natural history and evolution of six North American falcon species, accompanied by stunning photos.

Photo of Aplomado Falcon by Perry Conway.

This program will be offered in person and on Zoom, but will not be recorded.

IN PERSON: Doors open at 6:30 for social time with light refreshments.

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Intersecting Birds, Science, and Art
Jan
27

Intersecting Birds, Science, and Art

What do art, science, and eBird sightings all have in common? Find out in this intriguing talk by Dr. Johanna Beam, former BCAS Teen Naturalist.

Please join us for social time with light refreshments starting at 6:30!

NOTE: This program will also be offered on Zoom.

Drawing of Greater Roadrunner by Johanna Beam.

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Star Stories and Deep Sky Wonders
Nov
18

Star Stories and Deep Sky Wonders

Joder Ranch north of Boulder. Directions supplied when you register.

Enjoy amazing views of planets, a supernova remnant, nearby galaxies and more with community naturalist Dave Sutherland.

NOTE: The program will be offered once, on the night with the best weather forecast.

Image of Saturn from the Hubble Telescope.

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The Secret Lives of North American Woodpeckers
Nov
11

The Secret Lives of North American Woodpeckers

Explore the fascinating lives of North American woodpeckers with award-winning author and photographer Paul Bannick.

This special program will be offered in-person only and is a Ticketed Event! See full description for details.

This is the BCAS November program. We will not have another program on the fourth Tuesday of this month - the next program will be in January.

Photo of Acorn Woodpecker by Paul Bannick.

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Birds & Energy - Understanding our human energy challenges in the context of life
Oct
30

Birds & Energy - Understanding our human energy challenges in the context of life

Come as early as 5:45 for energy bike demos and information tables. The formal program starts at 6:30.

This engaging program explores how energy shapes our daily lives, the role we play in developing sustainable energy solutions, and the policies influencing our communities and environment.

Image by Martin Ogle.

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Microbes and Wildlife in a Rapidly Changing World: From Colorado Boreal Toads to African Grey Parrots
Oct
28

Microbes and Wildlife in a Rapidly Changing World: From Colorado Boreal Toads to African Grey Parrots

How can microbes help wildlife conservation? Join CU Professor Valerie McKenzie to learn about relationships between microbes and wildlife, and how her research is exploring use of microbes to help declining boreal toad populations and fight against wildlife trafficking.

Photo Credit: Juvenile Boreal Toads on a clump of pondweed, by Valerie McKenzie

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Tallgrass Colors
Oct
4

Tallgrass Colors

Explore a tallgrass prairie stand and enjoy fall wildflowers, grasses, and pollinators with community naturalist Dave Sutherland. Meeting location and map will be provided to registered participants.

Photo: Fall grassland colors by Dave Sutherland.

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