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Park
Map
, Spe
cies G
uide
& G
ener
al In
form
atio
nPrograms:Public Programs
All ages can explorenature related topics;wildlife, gardening,insects, art, astronomyand more! Find aprogram brochure atthe Nature Center oron our website, and
register on-line in advance.
Community Group ProgramsGreat for scouts,clubs and commu-nity groups, pre-sented at your siteor ours.
Rentals & Youth Birthday PartiesRent the facility for business meetings,social functions, and events. For birth-days, we can provide a fun naturepresentation, followed by your ownactivity.
School Field Trips:Elementary ExplorationStudents learn environmental con-cepts though hands-on classes. Topicstailored to grade level and state sci-ence standards. Call for informationand to schedule.
Water Wise! The Science andConservation of Water Free outreach for Arvada 6th graders.Teachers, call to schedule.
Enjoy Your Visit!Park Hours:
Dawn to Dusk
Nature Center & Parking Lot:Free public hours
Monday - Thursday and SaturdayOctober to May: 10 a.m. - 3 p.m.June to September: 10 a.m. - 5 p.m.(Special programs by appointment)
Directions:7030 Garrison St. Arvada, CO 80004
Wadsworth Blvd. to 68th Ave.to Garrison St., north tothe Center parking lot.
Connect with Us:Phone: 720-898-7405
Email: [email protected]
www.arvada. org/nature
Visit our Majestic View Nature CenterFacebook page and follow us on
Twitter @Majestic_Viewand M.V.N.C on Instagram.
Visit arvada.org for information aboutother parks, trails or city services.
Majestic View Nature Centerpromotes environmental educationand nature interpretation services
through:
•hands-on displays and wildlife exhibits
•Kid's Nook•classrooms and meeting spaces•80 acres of open space and trails•lake and wetland areas•demonstration garden•beautiful views and diverse wildlife•school and group programs•playground and athletic courts
Commonly Seen Species:Over 260 species of plants, 135species of birds, and other wildlifecan be found in Majestic View Park.
Common WhitetailDragonfly –Theseadept flyers dartaround the wetlandslooking for tasty
mosquitos. The male (pictured) andfemale have different wing patterns,the latter having three black blotcheson each wing.
American White Pelican – In the morning, look for thelarge white birdsscooping fish out ofthe lake. Later in the
day they can often be seen ridingthermal updrafts high in the sky.
Coyote – Occasionally,coyotes can be seenand heard on theprairie slope north eastof Oberon Lake. Theyhunt for abundant
cottontail rabbits and other smallmammals.
American Kestrel –The smallest memberof the falcon family, it isoften perched on apowerline or atop atree, ready to prey
upon grasshoppers, mice, dragonfliesor other birds.
Garter Snake – Thissmall snake can beseen warming itself onthe trails. It is harmlessto humans, but not to
slugs, worms, toads and rodents.
Muskrat –This rodent,sometimes seen leavingripples as it swims, isnot actually a rat.However, it also is
adaptable, has an omnivorous diet,and a long thin tail.
Cattail –These wetlandplants, spread by rhizomes,create thick, inpenetrablestands which provide habitat, food, and nurseriesfor wetland animals.
Praying Mantis –Look for thesestealthy predatorsin the late summer,often at the tops
of prairie grasses. Look carefully, theyare usually camouflaged.
Red-Eared Slider –These turtles, seenbasking on the log inthe lake, are not native
to Colorado, creating competition forour native western painted turtlesthat live in Oberon Lake.
Yucca – Yuccas have asymbiotic relationshipwith the yucca moth. TheYucca seeds are eaten bythe moth’s larvae. Theadult moths spread the
pollen from plant to plant.
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Park
Map
, Spe
cies G
uide
& G
ener
al In
form
atio
n
Programs:Public Programs
All ages can explorenature related topics;wildlife, gardening,insects, art, astronomyand more! Find aprogram brochure atthe Nature Center oron our website, and
register on-line in advance.
Community Group ProgramsGreat for scouts,clubs and commu-nity groups, pre-sented at your siteor ours.
Rentals & Youth Birthday PartiesRent the facility for business meetings,social functions, and events. For birth-days, we can provide a fun naturepresentation, followed by your ownactivity.
School Field Trips:Elementary ExplorationStudents learn environmental con-cepts though hands-on classes. Topicstailored to grade level and state sci-ence standards. Call for informationand to schedule.
Water Wise! The Science andConservation of Water Free outreach for Arvada 6th graders.Teachers, call to schedule.
Enjoy Your Visit!Park Hours:
Dawn to Dusk
Nature Center & Parking Lot:Free public hours
Monday - Thursday and SaturdayOctober to May: 10 a.m. - 3 p.m.June to September: 10 a.m. - 5 p.m.(Special programs by appointment)
Directions:7030 Garrison St. Arvada, CO 80004
Wadsworth Blvd. to 68th Ave.to Garrison St., north tothe Center parking lot.
Connect with Us:Phone: 720-898-7405
Email: [email protected]
www.arvada. org/nature
Visit our Majestic View Nature CenterFacebook page and follow us on
Twitter @Majestic_Viewand M.V.N.C on Instagram.
Visit arvada.org for information aboutother parks, trails or city services.
Majestic View Nature Centerpromotes environmental educationand nature interpretation services
through:
•hands-on displays and wildlife exhibits
•Kid's Nook•classrooms and meeting spaces•80 acres of open space and trails•lake and wetland areas•demonstration garden•beautiful views and diverse wildlife•school and group programs•playground and athletic courts
Commonly Seen Species:Over 260 species of plants, 135species of birds, and other wildlifecan be found in Majestic View Park.
Common WhitetailDragonfly –Theseadept flyers dartaround the wetlandslooking for tasty
mosquitos. The male (pictured) andfemale have different wing patterns,the latter having three black blotcheson each wing.
American White Pelican – In the morning, look for thelarge white birdsscooping fish out ofthe lake. Later in the
day they can often be seen ridingthermal updrafts high in the sky.
Coyote – Occasionally,coyotes can be seenand heard on theprairie slope north eastof Oberon Lake. Theyhunt for abundant
cottontail rabbits and other smallmammals.
American Kestrel –The smallest memberof the falcon family, it isoften perched on apowerline or atop atree, ready to prey
upon grasshoppers, mice, dragonfliesor other birds.
Garter Snake – Thissmall snake can beseen warming itself onthe trails. It is harmlessto humans, but not to
slugs, worms, toads and rodents.
Muskrat –This rodent,sometimes seen leavingripples as it swims, isnot actually a rat.However, it also is
adaptable, has an omnivorous diet,and a long thin tail.
Cattail –These wetlandplants, spread by rhizomes,create thick, inpenetrablestands which provide habitat, food, and nurseriesfor wetland animals.
Praying Mantis –Look for thesestealthy predatorsin the late summer,often at the tops
of prairie grasses. Look carefully, theyare usually camouflaged.
Red-Eared Slider –These turtles, seenbasking on the log inthe lake, are not native
to Colorado, creating competition forour native western painted turtlesthat live in Oberon Lake.
Yucca – Yuccas have asymbiotic relationshipwith the yucca moth. TheYucca seeds are eaten bythe moth’s larvae. Theadult moths spread the
pollen from plant to plant.
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Park Map, Species Guide & General Inform
ation
Programs:Public Programs
All ages can explorenature related topics;wildlife, gardening,insects, art, astronomyand more! Find aprogram brochure atthe Nature Center oron our website, and
register on-line in advance.
Community Group ProgramsGreat for scouts,clubs and commu-nity groups, pre-sented at your siteor ours.
Rentals & Youth Birthday PartiesRent the facility for business meetings,social functions, and events. For birth-days, we can provide a fun naturepresentation, followed by your ownactivity.
School Field Trips:Elementary ExplorationStudents learn environmental con-cepts though hands-on classes. Topicstailored to grade level and state sci-ence standards. Call for informationand to schedule.
Water Wise! The Science andConservation of Water Free outreach for Arvada 6th graders.Teachers, call to schedule.
Enjoy Your Visit!Park Hours:
Dawn to Dusk
Nature Center & Parking Lot:Free public hours
Monday - Thursday and SaturdayOctober to May: 10 a.m. - 3 p.m.June to September: 10 a.m. - 5 p.m.(Special programs by appointment)
Directions:7030 Garrison St. Arvada, CO 80004
Wadsworth Blvd. to 68th Ave.to Garrison St.,north tothe Center parking lot.
Connect with Us:Phone: 720-898-7405
Email: [email protected]
www.arvada. org/nature
Visit our Majestic View Nature CenterFacebook page and follow us on
Twitter@Majestic_ViewandM.V.N.C on Instagram.
Visit arvada.orgfor information aboutother parks, trails or city services.
Majestic View Nature Centerpromotes environmental educationand nature interpretation services
through:
• hands-on displays and wildlife exhibits
• Kid's Nook• classrooms and meeting spaces• 80 acres of open space and trails• lake and wetland areas• demonstration garden• beautiful views and diverse wildlife• school and group programs• playground and athletic courts
Commonly Seen Species:Over 260 species of plants, 135species of birds, and other wildlifecan be found in Majestic View Park.
Common WhitetailDragonfly – Theseadept flyers dartaround the wetlandslooking for tasty
mosquitos. The male (pictured) andfemale have different wing patterns,the latter having three black blotcheson each wing.
American White Pelican – In the morning, look for thelarge white birdsscooping fish out ofthe lake. Later in the
day they can often be seen ridingthermal updrafts high in the sky.
Coyote – Occasionally,coyotes can be seenand heard on theprairie slope north eastof Oberon Lake. Theyhunt for abundant
cottontail rabbits and other smallmammals.
American Kestrel –The smallest memberof the falcon family, it isoften perched on apowerline or atop atree, ready to prey
upon grasshoppers, mice, dragonfliesor other birds.
Garter Snake – Thissmall snake can beseen warming itself onthe trails. It is harmlessto humans, but not to
slugs, worms, toads and rodents.
Muskrat – This rodent,sometimes seen leavingripples as it swims, isnot actually a rat.However, it also is
adaptable, has an omnivorous diet,and a long thin tail.
Cattail – These wetlandplants, spread by rhizomes,create thick, inpenetrablestands which provide habitat, food, and nurseriesfor wetland animals.
Praying Mantis –Look for thesestealthy predatorsin the late summer,often at the tops
of prairie grasses. Look carefully, theyare usually camouflaged.
Red-Eared Slider –These turtles, seenbasking on the log inthe lake, are not native
to Colorado, creating competition forour native western painted turtlesthat live in Oberon Lake.
Yucca – Yuccas have asymbiotic relationshipwith the yucca moth. TheYucca seeds are eaten bythe moth’s larvae. Theadult moths spread the
pollen from plant to plant.
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TO WADSWORTH BLVD.
Nature Center and Demonstration Garden – Learn about the natural historyof Arvada, see wildlife displays,participate in programs, andenjoy hands-on-learning. Strollthe garden, picking up ideas forplantings at your own home.
Astronomy Pad – A concretepad with amber lighting andelectricity. Can accommodateup to 6 telescopes, perfect forviewing the night sky.
Outdoor Classroom –A flagstone patio, shade trees,and grassy lawn anchor our outdoor classroom, accommo-dating large school groups and public programs.
Prairie Trail (0.1 miles) – A paved trail with benches.Enjoy views of the front range tothe west and grazing horses tothe east.
Cattail Trail (0.3 miles) – A gravel trail sloping throughshort grass prairie. Check outthe wetland grasses and wildlifeat the bridge.
Interpretive Trail (0.35 miles)and Oberon Lake Path (0.1miles) – A paved trail with viewsof Oberon Lake and signs toteach about the local ecosystem.Don’t miss the spur gravel trailnear the Nature Center, leadingto a deck overlooking the lake.
Playground & Recreation Area –Tennis courts, a basketball court,a creative playground, picnic tables, and lots of shady grassyareas to enjoy the view.
Urban Agriculture Site – Pioneer Farmsteaders cultivatethis area to provide a locationfor hands-on learning while also growing fresh produce andflowers for sale and donation.Get more information atpioneerfarmsteaders.com.
Nature: Explore – Count treerings, make stick forts, balanceon logs, stack rocks, dig holes inthe dirt, and discover nature’swonders in this interactive environment.
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Gravel TrailPaved Trail(ADA accessible)
Portable ToiletParking Area
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Points of Interest on the Map:
Photo courtesy of Pioneer Farmsteaders
View from the Interpretive Trail looking west.
Majestic View Park
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Park
Map
, Spe
cies G
uide
& G
ener
al In
form
atio
n
Programs:Public Programs
All ages can explorenature related topics;wildlife, gardening,insects, art, astronomyand more! Find aprogram brochure atthe Nature Center oron our website, and
register on-line in advance.
Community Group ProgramsGreat for scouts,clubs and commu-nity groups, pre-sented at your siteor ours.
Rentals & Youth Birthday PartiesRent the facility for business meetings,social functions, and events. For birth-days, we can provide a fun naturepresentation, followed by your ownactivity.
School Field Trips:Elementary ExplorationStudents learn environmental con-cepts though hands-on classes. Topicstailored to grade level and state sci-ence standards. Call for informationand to schedule.
Water Wise! The Science andConservation of Water Free outreach for Arvada 6th graders.Teachers, call to schedule.
Enjoy Your Visit!Park Hours:
Dawn to Dusk
Nature Center & Parking Lot:Free public hours
Monday - Thursday and SaturdayOctober to May: 10 a.m. - 3 p.m.June to September: 10 a.m. - 5 p.m.(Special programs by appointment)
Directions:7030 Garrison St. Arvada, CO 80004
Wadsworth Blvd. to 68th Ave.to Garrison St., north tothe Center parking lot.
Connect with Us:Phone: 720-898-7405
Email: [email protected]
www.arvada. org/nature
Visit our Majestic View Nature CenterFacebook page and follow us on
Twitter @Majestic_Viewand M.V.N.C on Instagram.
Visit arvada.org for information aboutother parks, trails or city services.
Majestic View Nature Centerpromotes environmental educationand nature interpretation services
through:
•hands-on displays and wildlife exhibits
•Kid's Nook•classrooms and meeting spaces•80 acres of open space and trails•lake and wetland areas•demonstration garden•beautiful views and diverse wildlife•school and group programs•playground and athletic courts
Commonly Seen Species:Over 260 species of plants, 135species of birds, and other wildlifecan be found in Majestic View Park.
Common WhitetailDragonfly –Theseadept flyers dartaround the wetlandslooking for tasty
mosquitos. The male (pictured) andfemale have different wing patterns,the latter having three black blotcheson each wing.
American White Pelican – In the morning, look for thelarge white birdsscooping fish out ofthe lake. Later in the
day they can often be seen ridingthermal updrafts high in the sky.
Coyote – Occasionally,coyotes can be seenand heard on theprairie slope north eastof Oberon Lake. Theyhunt for abundant
cottontail rabbits and other smallmammals.
American Kestrel –The smallest memberof the falcon family, it isoften perched on apowerline or atop atree, ready to prey
upon grasshoppers, mice, dragonfliesor other birds.
Garter Snake – Thissmall snake can beseen warming itself onthe trails. It is harmlessto humans, but not to
slugs, worms, toads and rodents.
Muskrat –This rodent,sometimes seen leavingripples as it swims, isnot actually a rat.However, it also is
adaptable, has an omnivorous diet,and a long thin tail.
Cattail –These wetlandplants, spread by rhizomes,create thick, inpenetrablestands which provide habitat, food, and nurseriesfor wetland animals.
Praying Mantis –Look for thesestealthy predatorsin the late summer,often at the tops
of prairie grasses. Look carefully, theyare usually camouflaged.
Red-Eared Slider –These turtles, seenbasking on the log inthe lake, are not native
to Colorado, creating competition forour native western painted turtlesthat live in Oberon Lake.
Yucca – Yuccas have asymbiotic relationshipwith the yucca moth. TheYucca seeds are eaten bythe moth’s larvae. Theadult moths spread the
pollen from plant to plant.
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