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Career Day at Parks & Open Space

 09/13/2026  |  01:00 PM - 03:00 PM
  Walden Ponds Wildlife Habitat  |  Registration Required

Natural History - Teens (Age 13 to 17)

Parks and Open Space Career Day invites middle school and high school youth (ages 10 and older) to explore careers in the field of Natural Resources. Through hands-on stations led by various staff and volunteers, participants discover roles in wildlife, ranger services, GIS, stewardship, and more. This event helps youth understand what these careers are all about, engages them in outdoor-focused activities, and provides them with insight into future opportunities available to them in this space.

Minimum Participants: 5
Maximum Participants: 25

Registration is required for this activity.


Boulder County wants to ensure that everyone has equal access to our programs, activities, and services. To request an Americans with Disability Act (ADA) accommodation, please email [email protected], or call 303-441-1386. Submit your request as early as possible, and no later than two business days before the event.

If you need help in another language, please email [email protected], or call 303-678-6277. Contact us as early as possible, and no later than three business days before the event.


Contact
Contact: Samantha Lane
(720) 799-7089
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Leader/Volunteer Info

Eva Profile Photo

Eva L - STAFF

Supervisor of Education & Outreach at Boulder County Parks & Open Space. I have over 20 years of experience in outdoor and environmental education. My passions include working with volunteers, mentoring early career naturalists, and supporting equity, diversity, and inclusion in the outdoors.


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Hannah C - STAFF

Education and Outreach Seasonal with over 7 years of experience in interpretation, outdoor education, and visitor engagement. I enjoy creating engaging experiences, supporting volunteers, and helping people of all ages and backgrounds develop lasting connections to nature and conservation.


Samantha Profile Photo

Samantha L - STAFF

I am an education and outreach seasonal with Boulder County. This is my second season with Boulder County. I love getting to help with all sorts of educational programs and interact with amazing members of the public and county. In my spare time, I enjoy coaching youth softball, running, biking, hiking, and being outdoors in general.


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