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Camp

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
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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!

 


 

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!

 


 

Art Inspired By Nature, SPREE Summer Camp: Aug 4-8, 2025

August 11, 2025

Our summer campers truly impressed us this week with a wide variety of art skills! We were blown away by all the beautiful and creative pieces they created throughout the …

Camp, SPREE
Read PostArt Inspired By Nature, SPREE Summer Camp: Aug 4-8, 2025

 


 

SPREE Summer Camp: July 28-Aug 1, Bioblitz Session 2

August 5, 2025

This week, campers explored nature just like real Naturalists! They developed a deep understanding of our local ecosystems through plant and animal ID, pattern recognition, observation skills, and much more. …

Camp, Elementary, SPREE
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SPREE Force: Special Agent Training, SPREE Camp July 14-18, 2025

July 24, 2025

Our second session of SPREE Force: Special Agent Training camp was a blast! New and returning campers embarked on an exciting adventure this week, as they learned all about SPREE’s …

Camp, Elementary, SPREE, Stewardship
Read PostSPREE Force: Special Agent Training, SPREE Camp July 14-18, 2025

 


 

Art Inspired By Nature, SPREE Summer Camp July 7-11, 2025

July 12, 2025

Our summer campers truly impressed us this week with a wide variety of art skills! We were blown away by all the beautiful and creative pieces they created throughout the …

Camp, Elementary, SPREE
Read PostArt Inspired By Nature, SPREE Summer Camp July 7-11, 2025

 


 

SPREE Summer Camp: June 23-27, Bioblitz

June 30, 2025

This week, campers explored nature just like real Naturalists! They developed a deep understanding of our local and general ecology through plant and animal ID, pattern recognition, observation skills, and …

Camp, Elementary, SPREE
Read PostSPREE Summer Camp: June 23-27, Bioblitz

 


 

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
Read PostThe Power of Environmental Education in Young Learners

 


 

SPREE Summer Camp Week 1: June 9-13 2025, Special Agent Training!

June 17, 2025

This week, we worked with the SPREE force to help Chompers and his friends clean up the river and help protect the planet. We explored the river and the land …

Camp, Elementary, SPREE
Read PostSPREE Summer Camp Week 1: June 9-13 2025, Special Agent Training!

 


 

Exploring the South Platte River at Summer Camp with the SPREE Force

August 15, 2024

This week we joined the SPREE Force and helped Chompers and his buddies fight for our River and the planet. We explored all of the magical places critters, big and …

Camp, Elementary, SPREE
Read PostExploring the South Platte River at Summer Camp with the SPREE Force

 


 

Time Traveling Along the South Platte: Fossils, Wildlife, and Play

August 13, 2024

We got swept back in time this week to learn about the possibilities of what life was like in and along the South Platte River. On Monday we went way …

Camp, Elementary, News, SPREE
Read PostTime Traveling Along the South Platte: Fossils, Wildlife, and Play

 


 

Legs Galore: SPREE Camp Crazy Cool Critters (session 2)

July 29, 2024

This week we welcomed back campers for a session digging deep into the world of Crazy Cool Critters. We embarked on a series of exciting missions to learn about the …

Camp, Elementary, News, SPREE
Read PostLegs Galore: SPREE Camp Crazy Cool Critters (session 2)

 


 

The SPREE Force Gets New Agents!

July 19, 2024

This week at summer camp, we embarked on exciting missions each day to explore the fascinating world of critters living in and around the South Platte River. With our guide, …

Camp, Elementary, News, SPREE
Read PostThe SPREE Force Gets New Agents!

 


 

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Investigation: Native Nature Summer Camp

June 28, 2024

We got swept back in time this week to learn about the possibilities of what life was like in and along the South Platte River. On Monday we looked into …

Elementary, SPREE
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Legs Galore: SPREE Camp Crazy Cool Critters (session 1)

June 14, 2024

This week we started SPREE Summer Camp strong as we dove into the fascinating world of critters along the South Platte River, led by our energetic mascot, Chompers the Beaver. …

Elementary, SPREE
Read PostLegs Galore: SPREE Camp Crazy Cool Critters (session 1)

 


 

Springing into Break Camp!

April 1, 2024

Though few in number we had a mighty good time at SPREE Spring Break Camp this spring. While we dug deep into the “Cycles That Surround Us,” we spent time …

News
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South Platte Stewardship Day: SPREE Alumni

February 27, 2024

VOLUNTEER WITH YOUR SPREE FRIENDS Join us for South Platte Stewardship Day: SPREE Alumni Edition! Celebrate Earth Day by giving back to the environment and reconnecting with fellow SPREE (South …

Read PostSouth Platte Stewardship Day: SPREE Alumni

 


 

November Break Camp

November 21, 2023

On Monday we braved the weather and learned all about the wildest jobs in nature, from apiests and biologists, to zoologists. We brainstormed how people all around our community can …

News
Read PostNovember Break Camp

 


 

Summer River Rangers 2023

October 31, 2023

This summer was an absolute blast. We had three river rangers this summer. Uli, Jisela, and Melany. And let me tell you they were the perfect little mix of personalities. …

High School
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October Camps: Spines, Stories, Scales, and Slime

October 16, 2023

Thursday, No Backbones Required What do insects, spiders, snails, and centipedes have in common? They’ve got no spine! Today we investigated decomposers, predator-prey relationships, and played games that helped us …

Elementary, SPREE
Read PostOctober Camps: Spines, Stories, Scales, and Slime

 


 

Week 10: River of Imagination!

August 18, 2023

We started the last Monday of summer camp with some calming yoga in nature, we took account of our surroundings and searched for things to bring us inspiration. Then we …

Elementary, News, SPREE
Read PostWeek 10: River of Imagination!

 


 

Week 9: STEAM with SPREE

August 18, 2023

Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, and Math will be what camp is all about this week. We did experiments, learned how winged animals fly, and discovered art in Nature. We kicked …

Elementary, SPREE
Read PostWeek 9: STEAM with SPREE

 


 

Week 8: Digin’ Dino’s

August 3, 2023

Indiana Jones wasn’t the only one who enjoyed the excitement of an archeological dig! This week we examined fossils and artifacts of the past, and learned all about Colorado’s prehistoric …

Elementary, SPREE
Read PostWeek 8: Digin’ Dino’s

 


 

Week 3: Habitat Hiking Along the River

June 23, 2023

We hiked the different river habitats in Johnson Habitat Park and learned how life varies in each. Discovered the biogeography of river life, learned how to recognize a wetland, and …

Elementary, News, SPREE
Read PostWeek 3: Habitat Hiking Along the River

 


 

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