BCAS Education Activities
Boulder County Audubon aims to provide transformative educational experiences to people of all ages, particularly in Boulder County, that create champions for the conservation of birds and their habitats.
Teen Naturalists
Boulder County Audubon’s Teen Naturalist program offers middle and high school students the opportunity to explore many facets of the natural world and their interactions. The group participates in wildlife surveys (birds, bats, butterflies, etc.), BioBlitzes, nature photography workshops, and other outdoor activities.
Teen Bird Camp Scholarships
BCAS offers full scholarships to summer ornithology camps for Boulder County area students.
Environmental Education
Environmental education in our community is important to BCAS.
Boulder Birds & Brew Meetup
Convivial, relaxed walks are led by those familiar with the local birds and habitats and each leader brings their own perspective to the walk. Invite a friend and spend time with long-time birders and newcomers alike, while we explore some of the beautiful trails and bird habitats around Boulder. After the walks, attendees have the option to meet up at a local brewery near the walk for conversation and enjoy some suds. Boulder County Audubon provides light appetizers and attendees buy their own drinks.
Custom Programs
BCAS also works with community groups on educational programs specific to their group and participant ages and interests. This can be an educational table at a community event, to custom field trips for youth groups, to presentations at HOA meetings on native plantings, and much more.
Birds and Beyond
Birds and Beyond is an offering of BCAS and Geo Sapiens, the creation of Boulder County naturalist, Earth scientist, and energy educator Martin Ogle. Geo sapiens nurtures the development of sustainable—i.e., meaningful, healthy, and engaging—ways of living on Earth.
Through educational programs, consulting, and community outreach, Martin helps individuals and organizations integrate environmental and energy knowledge into their daily lives and careers. Contact Martin at MartinOgle@hotmail.com to find out more or set up programs (including "Birds and Beyond").
The name Geo sapiens, meaning “Earth wise,” reflects the idea that humans are not separate from nature but a seamless continuation of Earth’s living systems. Martin believes that by understanding this relationship in a genuine way, we can take informed, positive action for a better future.