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August 2021
Free Guided Tours of the Botanic Park
Enjoy a free guided walking tour of the Yampa River Botanic Park led by Board members and volunteers. Learn about the history of the Botanic Park and the plants that thrive in the Yampa Valley. Participants are limited to 10 per tour and you must preregister here. Walk ups are also welcome if there is space available. Please remain a 6′ distance or wear a mask. Meet at the Main Gate on the Botanic Walk. Tours begin at 10 a.m.
Find out more »Piknik Theatre Outdoors in the Botanic Park!
Piknik Theatre returns to the Yampa River Botanic Park this summer Sunday through Thursday for Free performances on the Green. Showtimes are at 6 p.m. and are about one hour. This evening's production is an original dramatic adaptation of Charlie Mackesy's The Boy, the Mole, the Fox and the Horse. Picnic baskets are encouraged! We're amplifying our actors so social distancing requirements are no problem!
Find out more »Social Gardening
Gardeners meet on Mondays and Wednesdays at 9 am. Space is limited to 9 volunteers per shift. Please bring a face covering. Tools are provided but you are welcome to bring your own. Bring a hat, sunscreen, and water. If you would like to volunteer in the gardeners, sign up here: https://signup.zone/yrbp-volunteers
Find out more »Piknik Theatre Outdoors in the Botanic Park!
Piknik Theatre returns to the Yampa River Botanic Park this summer Sunday through Thursday for Free performances on the Green. Showtimes are at 6 p.m. and are about one hour. This evening's production will be Shakespeare's Much Ado About Nothing. Picnic baskets are encouraged! We're amplifying our actors so social distancing requirements are no problem!
Find out more »Yoga on the Green
Yoga on the Green is held Tuesdays, Thursdays, and Saturdays from 9 – 10 am throughout the summer, weather permitting. Meet on the Green. Participants must wear a face mask or keep six feet socially distant without a mask. Practicing on the Park Green is unlike any class you’ve ever taken. Surrounded by the beauty of nature, delicate gardens and serene pond, you’ll find the peace and stillness is unmatched in the Botanic Park. Please bring a face mask, mat…
Find out more »Lulie’s Wildflowers and Watercolors
As a tribute to local pioneer artist Lulie Crawford, the Tread of Pioneers Museum shares the story of Lulie and her pioneering family, followed by watercolor instruction with a professional artist. Then the program participants paint their own wildflower watercolor masterpieces, just like Lulie! The program is free. Participants should meet at the large umbrella in the center of the park. All painting supplies are provided by the museum, and reservations are not required. Ages six and up with caregiver…
Find out more »Piknik Theatre Outdoors in the Botanic Park!
Piknik Theatre returns to the Yampa River Botanic Park this summer Sunday through Thursday for Free performances on the Green. Showtimes are at 6 p.m. and are about one hour. This evening's production is an original dramatic adaptation of Charlie Mackesy's The Boy, the Mole, the Fox and the Horse. Picnic baskets are encouraged! We're amplifying our actors so social distancing requirements are no problem!
Find out more »Social Gardening
Gardeners meet on Mondays and Wednesdays at 9 am. Space is limited to 9 volunteers per shift. Please bring a face covering. Tools are provided but you are welcome to bring your own. Bring a hat, sunscreen, and water. If you would like to volunteer in the gardeners, sign up here: https://signup.zone/yrbp-volunteers
Find out more »Music on the Green
The Yampa River Botanic Park is pleased to partner with Strings Music Festival to offer this free summer series. Every Wednesday morning, music lovers of all ages are invited to enjoy these outdoor concerts in one of Steamboat’s most beautiful parks. This morning enjoy the music of Apple Pie Order, Americana.
Find out more »Piknik Theatre Outdoors in the Botanic Park!
Piknik Theatre returns to the Yampa River Botanic Park this summer Sunday through Thursday for Free performances on the Green. Showtimes are at 6 p.m. and are about one hour. This evening's production will be Shakespeare's Much Ado About Nothing. Picnic baskets are encouraged! We're amplifying our actors so social distancing requirements are no problem!
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