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Sandstone Ranch Visitors & Learning Center
3001 Sandstone Dr. | Longmont, CO 80504

 

Seasonal Offerings

Suggested donations of $4/person are collected at the time of registration unless otherwise noted. Spaces are limited; register early.  All guests must be registered.  Registration is available online or by calling 303-774-4700.  All ages are welcome unless specified.

Volunteer with Us!

Do you like Nature, Longmont history, wildlife, people, crafting with kids, or being out at Sandstone Ranch?  We need you!  Email Sandstone Ranch or call Kirsten at 303-774-4692 for details.

Learn about the Volunteer Environmental Education Field Trip Program

Educational Programs with Longmont Rangers – All Ages

11 am – Sept 21: In Full Plume! CANCELLED

Explore the ecosystem of Sandstone Ranch with the Longmont Ranger Team.

Bird Walks – Ages 10+

8 am – Tuesdays, Sept 24 and Oct 8
8 am – Saturday, Oct 26

Local birder, Carl Starace, guides you around the loop trail as you explore the variety of birds that pass through or call Sandstone Ranch home.

Geology Walk – Ages 14+

10 am – Saturday, Sept 28

Join volunteer naturalist Roger Myers as he guides you from the scenic overlook and along the loop trail to explore the geology of Sandstone Ranch.

The Library at Sandstone – All Ages (Bilingual Family Programs)

10 am – Saturday, Nov 2: Dia de Muertos

Join Ms. Lili from the Longmont Public Library for a morning full of stories, games and fun!

Special Events (ended for season)

Free Summer Community Nights – Select Tuesdays, 5:30-7:30 pm

Bring a sack dinner and join us at 5:30 pm before the main event to enjoy the scenery at Sandstone Ranch. Main event begins at 6:30 pm. Outdoor events, weather permitting: bring something to sit on.  No registration needed.

Summer Nature Fridays

Enjoy outdoor exploration with a weekly theme and storytelling at 11 am. All ages welcome. Activities and story vary week to week! $5/child for materials.  Register for Nature Fridays here.

Group Tours & Public Hours

Group Tours: Year Round

Nature, explore and more!  Schedule a private tour for your class, organization or family. 1 hour = $4 per person, 2 hours = $5 per person.  Contact Kirsten at 303-774-4692 to schedule.

Open to Public Hours – Free Admission, Donations Welcome

Saturdays
2nd & 4th Saturdays, March 9 – Oct 26, 10 am – 2 pm 

The Visitors Center is open for self-led tours.

Wednesdays (ended for season)
May – August, 9 am – noon

Enjoy weekly nature themes with a nature activity. Self-led schedule allows for arrival anytime during the open hours.

 

The Employment Opportunities, Vendor and Employee Self Service portal applications will be down for system maintenance starting Thursday, Dec. 26, 2024 at 6 pm through Friday, Dec. 27, 2024 at noon. We apologize in advance for this inconvenience.