Resources for Kids

Birding: Birds That Can Be Spotted in Alamosa
A list of birds that can be spotted around Alamosa. Birds labelled “sp” can be found locally in the Spring.

Virtual Fun with the Family Nature Camp
An online outlet for kids and families to enjoy learning more about the natural world around us! Each day will have its own theme, with activities updated weekly. Additional resources available for more explorations, experiments, crafts, and tools.

Children & Nature Network
Resources for connecting children to nature.

Ranger Rick (National Wildlife Federation)
Digital magazines, outdoor activities, animal crafts, educator’s guide, and more. Free access through the end of June!

Generation Wild: Backyard Hacks for Outdoor Fun
Exciting ideas for outdoor fun in your own backyard!

Coloring Nature
More than 675 free printable coloring pages with new pages added weekly. Coloring categories include serious science: biomes, anatomy, animals, plants and more, plus some pure whimsy – just for fun.

Discover the Fun of Backyard Geology
How to start a geology project in the comfort of your own environment!