A busy May @ MPEC!

May has been humming for MPEC in Pueblo Mountain Park. Along with lots of school programs (photo of stream ecology session of Earth Studies), we had another great Nature Toddlers session (playing drums before the hike), and a special treat when Diana Miller of Pueblo Nature and Raptor Center released a couple of flammulated owls among the ponderosa pines in front of the Horseshoe Lodge (a "flam" pictured with MPEC member and supporter Tyson Bennett).

Nature Toddlers program a real hit!

On Friday, April 25, MPEC kicked off our second year of Nature Toddlers. About 20 little people and at least that many of their bigger relatives participated in a delightful session that included a short hike, exploration, animal puppets, games and songs. A cool but sunny day offered a lovely opportunity for all to enjoy, experience, and learn about the natural world. What a joy to see these young children, tomorrow's voters and consumers and leaders, learning to love and feel comfortable in Nature! Thank you to all the parents and grandparents who planted these seeds of loving the Earth in these toddlers by attending this program. Our next 2 sessions are scheduled for Fridays, May May 23 and June 27, 10am. Call 485-4444 for more details.