Sandstone Ranch Visitors & Learning Center
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
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.
Educational Programs with Longmont Rangers – All Ages
10-11:30 am, Saturdays
January 11: Nature Walk
January 18: Wildlife Detectives
January 25: Birds of a Feather
Explore the ecosystem of Sandstone Ranch with the Longmont Ranger Team.
Wonder of Winter Slide Program – All Ages
10 – 11:30 am, Saturday
February 8
Learn about the many wonders of winter and how plants and animals adapt to snow and cold.
Bird Walks – Ages 10+
9 am – noon, Fridays
March 28, April 11 and April 25
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.
Volunteer Social – Ages 18+
8:30 – 10 am, Saturday
March 8
Do you like nature, Longmont history, wildlife, people, working with children? Join us for refreshments and learn about the many ways you can volunteer. Stay and enjoy the grounds afterwards during the open house from 10 am – 2 pm.
History House Tours – All Ages
10:30 am – noon, Saturday
March 22
Enjoy a tour inside and outside (weather permitting) the historical Coffman Family Home.
Special Events
Winter Nature Fridays
9am-noon, Fridays
February 14 and March 21
Enjoy outdoor exploration with a weekly theme and storytelling. All ages welcome. Activities and story vary week to week! $5/child for materials. Register for Nature Fridays here.
Free Summer Community Nights
5:30-7:30 pm
Select Tuesdays (TBD in Summer 2025)
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.
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 8 – Oct 25, 10Â am – 2 pmÂ
The Visitors Center is open for self-led tours.
Wednesdays
May 7 – August 27, 9 am – noon
Enjoy weekly nature themes with a nature activity. Self-led schedule allows for arrival anytime during the open hours.
