Natural Selections
Natural Selections is our ongoing series of educational and recreational nature-based programs. For our variety of offerings, see below. Consider joining our mailing list (form underneath list of Upcoming Programs)! You will receive a monthly notice about upcoming programs. Programs are free and open to all. (But please don't bring your dog.)
Groups can sign up for FREE programs led by OSMP staff and volunteers. Visit the Request a Program page to learn more.
Flatiron Freddy: a Groundhog Day tradition
Join the City of Boulder Rangers virtually or in person for a celebration of Groundhog Day. Meet the famous Flatiron Freddy and find out his prediction. Learn how the stars have something to do with this day and why a real groundhog would never see his shadow in Colorado. Freddy has historically appeared in many amazing ways including by canoe, fire engine, bobsled, skis, zip lines as well as through magical stumps and holes. Set your alarm now! This is something you won't want to miss. This program will be both in person at the Chautauqua Ranger Cottage, and available virtually as a YouTube livestream.
Location: Chautauqua Ranger Cottage
Date/Time: Sunday, Feb. 2 at 8 am
Program Details: Join us virtually on the YouTube livestream. Or join in person at the Chautauqua Ranger Cottage. Come early, for free breakfast treats and beverages, and dress according to the weather.
An Open Space and Mountain Parks (OSMP) Ranger helps Flatiron Freddy off a dog sled he rode into the Chautauqua Meadow on Ground Hog Day, Feb. 2, 2024.
Request a Free Program
Groups can sign up for FREE programs led by OSMP staff and volunteers. Visit the Request a Program page to learn more.