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South Platte River Sleuths (Session 1), SPREE Summer Camp: June 1-5, 2025

June 8, 2026

We had an absolute blast during our first week of SPREE summer camp this year!  The campers kicked off their summer with our “South Platte River Sleuths” theme. They practiced …

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Thank You, River Rangers!

May 22, 2026

Let me tell you about seven incredible high schoolers who jumped head on into a new experience and worked hard to learn and develop skills in leadership, communication, and teamwork. …

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The Urban Farm

May 21, 2026

There was no better way to spend such a beautiful day than at a farm right here in Denver! At the Urban Farm, we got a break from the smells …

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Stewardship Day:GLC

May 4, 2026

On Saturday April 18th GLC had 55 participants come out to weir Gulch to help remove trash from in and around the Gulch. Despite the snow just a day before, …

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Spring Rocks, and So Do We

April 1, 2026

Spring has sprung, and to celebrate, the Greenway Leadership Corps (GLC) sprung up a rock wall. Rock climbing was an excellent way to spend a spring break day. Denver Parks …

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Dinos, LEGOs®, and Gnomes Galore!

February 27, 2026

Last weekend, the Greenway Leadership Corps (GLC) welcomed many new and returning students on our excursion out of the wind and into the beloved Denver Museum of Nature and Science. …

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Read PostDinos, LEGOs®, and Gnomes Galore!

 


 

Ice Skating into the New Year

January 26, 2026

The Greenway Leadership Corps (GLC) slid into the new year with an evening of ice skating on Echo Lake. We were excited to see some familiar faces and some students …

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Denver Moves Everyone 2050: Transportation That Supports People and the Planet

January 23, 2026

Transportation shapes how we experience our city—and it plays a major role in Denver’s environmental health. From air quality to climate change to the health of our river, how we …

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River Rangers at the Zoo

December 10, 2025

The Greenway Leadership Corps River Rangers took a special team trip to the zoo. The River Rangers have just begun their internship, where they will get practical environmental education and …

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Summer Camp 2026 Registration Roll Out: Everything you need to know! 

December 1, 2025

SPREE is thrilled to bring three one-of-a-kind camp themes across six weeks, packed with hands-on activities, special guest visits, and plenty of time exploring and playing along the South Platte …

Camp, Elementary, Family, Middle School, News, SPREE
Read PostSummer Camp 2026 Registration Roll Out: Everything you need to know! 

 


 

Becoming Rodent and Mustelid Experts at School Break Camp 2025!

December 1, 2025

SPREE’s School Break Camp 2025 at Johnson-Habitat Park was “must” definitely rat-tastic! Over 20 campers joined us on Monday and Tuesday, November 24–25, to learn all about rodents and mustelids. …

Camp, News, SPREE
Read PostBecoming Rodent and Mustelid Experts at School Break Camp 2025!

 


 

Rock Climbing

November 6, 2025

The Greenway Leadership Corps (GLC) climbed into November with a day of rock climbing at Hobbs Peak. Denver Parks & Recreation gave us excellent guides who outfitted us and led …

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Pumpkin Palooza

November 4, 2025

To celebrate Fall, the Greenway Leadership Corps (GLC) journeyed to the Denver Botanic Gardens Chatfield Farms, where the air is fresh and pumpkins abound! Chatfield Farms is a native plant refuge and working …

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Four Decades of Impact: SPREE’s Award-Winning Environmental Education

October 30, 2025

For over four decades, The Greenway Foundation’s SPREE (South Platte River Environmental Education) program has connected thousands of Denver-area students with the South Platte River through hands-on, outdoor learning experiences. …

General, News, SPREE
Read PostFour Decades of Impact: SPREE’s Award-Winning Environmental Education

 


 

Don’t Miss Out on FrOG Points Perks!

October 28, 2025

Here’s your reminder to check out The Greenway Foundation’s FrOG Points Program- your way to unlock exclusive benefits while supporting the South Platte River! Friends of Greenway (FrOG) Points give …

Camp, News, SPREE
Read PostDon’t Miss Out on FrOG Points Perks!

 


 

Family Fishing Day: A Reel Good Time at Overland Pond Park!

October 15, 2025

It was a fin-tastic morning along the South Platte River as 58 anglers joined us for Family Fishing Day at Overland Pond Park! Hosted in partnership with Colorado Parks and …

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Families Caring for Our River!

September 29, 2025

Last weekend, families joined SPREE staff at Bear Creek Park for a special free, family-friendly volunteer day—and the impact was inspiring! We kicked things off with a morning trash pick-up, …

News
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Fiona Bleers’ “Why I Work at SPREE”

September 2, 2025

After working as a Summer Camp Program Director one summer during college, I quickly realized I had a strong passion for Environmental Education. I solidified my career in Environmental Education …

News, SPREE
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Jisela Mijares’ “Why I work at SPREE”

August 28, 2025

I was introduced to SPREE in high school because of an internship that I did as a river ranger. We taught on an excursions, which is where I became interested …

News
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River Ranger Internship 2024-2025

July 9, 2025

Our river ranger internship this year was so different and fun. We started our River Ranger Internship a little later than we expected this year but despite that we managed …

News
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GLC: Kayaking and Camping

June 26, 2025

. On Friday June 20th the GLC team set made their way up to Evergreen lake to learn how to Kayak with the help of Denver Parks and Rec. We …

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The Power of Environmental Education in Young Learners

June 20, 2025

When young children explore nature, they’re doing more than just playing — they’re building critical thinking skills, growing empathy, and developing a lasting connection to the world around them. Environmental …

News, SPREE
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Young Professionals Kick Off Earth Day Season

May 1, 2025

On April 17th, The Greenway Foundation organized a Young Professionals Trash Pick Up and Happy Hour at Cuernavaca Park. Young Professionals is a group that meets several times throughout the …

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An Unforgettable Winter Adventure: High School Students Hit the Trail!

March 28, 2025

Spring Break took an exciting twist this year as high school students from Denver embarked on an epic cross-country skiing adventure at the stunning Stevens Gulch Trail! Hosted by the …

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Sign-up for Denver’s Free Weekly Compost Service 

January 30, 2025

Good news! The City and County of Denver is introducing free, citywide compost service to all remaining neighborhoods in Denver during the first quarter of 2025. If you use the …

News, Stewardship
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