Boulder, Educational, Kids

Today is Spring Heritage Day at Walker Ranch

Screen Shot 2013-04-28 at 8.41.42 AMSpring is the beginning of so many new things–garden planting, repairing buildings, bringing baby animals into the world– and that was true for ranch families in the Victorian days also. Join costumed volunteers at Walker Ranch homestead for a peek into pioneer living in springtime. Smell what’s cooking in the log house, chat with the blacksmith, and do hands-on old-fashioned activities. Great event for the whole family! Free. More details here.

[April 28, 2013 . 10:00am to 3:00pm]

Arts and Culture, Boulder

Winter Heritage Day at Walker Ranch Today

WalkerRanchJoin Boulder County Open Space to learn more about what the pioneer days were like at the beautiful Walker Ranch. Pioneer settlers had a lot to do preparing for and surviving Colorado’s long winters. Learn about typical winter chores when you explore the Walker Ranch Homestead. Take a tour, explore on your own, and maybe taste a treat from the past. Free and appropriate for all ages. January 27, 2013 from 1:00 to 3:00pm. More information here.