6 days agoNature Photography: A New Way to See Our WorldHow often do you slow down to appreciate nature’s little details? Environmental Learning for Kids (ELK) recognizes the need to engage with nature in this way and also recognizes that photography can help young people express themselves and share their perspectives on the world as they’re experiencing it. That’s why…Youth4 min readYouth4 min read
Oct 31Fall is for FRESH Looks!Environmental Learning for Kids (ELK), a long-standing youth centric, environmental science and outdoor recreation nonprofit, is thrilled to announce a significant milestone in our journey. We are overjoyed to have refreshed our identity — while staying true to our values of providing access to, and representation in, the outdoors and…Branding4 min readBranding4 min read
Sep 29ELK in Action — Impacting ChildrenEight years ago, I could have never imagined that I would be speaking on behalf of the experiences our family has had with ELK. It all started when my middle daughter, who was in high school at the time, approached the table set up at her school (DSST…Youth4 min readYouth4 min read
Aug 25Back to School Tips for a Successful Year!As summer 2023 is quickly drawing to a close, the excitement and apprehension of heading back to school begins to knock at the door. The beginning of a new school year is a perfect opportunity to set the tone for academic success and personal growth. To ensure a fulfilling year…Youth4 min readYouth4 min read
Aug 3ELK Urban Rangers — Movin and ShakinIn a time when the climate crisis is only intensifying, the importance of connecting with nature and our natural world cannot be overstated. As we look to today’s youth to solve the problems of tomorrow, fostering a love for the outdoors and promoting careers in environmental science has never been…Youth Development4 min readYouth Development4 min read
Jun 27Celebrating Pride Month: Embracing Diversity, Equity, & InclusionDuring this always beautiful June, we are thrilled to watch cities around the world come alive with vibrant colors, music, parades, and a powerful sense of unity. It’s Pride Month, a time when the LGBTQIA+ community and its allies join together to celebrate and advocate for equality, diversity, and acceptance…Youth3 min readYouth3 min read
May 31Learning Environmental Activities for Families (LEAF) is Life!On the chilly morning of Earth Day 2023, families gathered at the ELK Education Center in Montbello. The plan for the day was to head to the Rocky Mountain Arsenal National Wildlife Refuge to participate in an Earth Day program. We hopped in the vans and spent the next few…Youth3 min readYouth3 min read
May 12ELK Provides AccessMy name is Shandiin Hurd and I’ve been involved in ELK since about the third grade. Like most other students, I joined because my older sister was involved. I tagged along for fishing and camping trips at first. But as she got more involved, so did I. And I really…Youth3 min readYouth3 min read
Mar 23Who Run the World? Girls!March really is one of the best months in our beautiful State of Colorado. The days get longer and give us more sunshine. It starts to get just a little bit warmer, enough that you start to get excited for the opening of pool season. It’s a time of planting…Women4 min readWomen4 min read
Feb 21Black Joy in the OutdoorsThis month marks the 47th anniversary of the United States recognizing February as Black History Month. Since that time, this month has served as a moment to honor the achievements and contributions of Black individuals and organizations, and to uplift our central roles in American history because as we know…Youth4 min readYouth4 min read
