High Country Critters
Two interesting animals that live in the tundra area are pikas and ptarmigans.
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Dr. Oakleigh Thorne, II
- Nov 1, 2021
Migration 🪶
by Dr. Oakleigh Thorne, II Two adult Cliff Swallows. One by their mud nest under a bridge and one by their mud roosting platform....
Dr. Oakleigh Thorne, II
- Jul 21, 2021
Hands-On Learning 🙌
Giving kids the chance to actually work with their hands in the process of discovering nature!
Dr. Oakleigh Thorne, II
- May 1, 2021
Science and Research 🔬
A good scientist is always trying to correct bad science!
Dr. Oakleigh Thorne, II
- Feb 1, 2021
My Mentors 🤲
"A few [incredible!] people who helped to change the direction and focus of my life."
Dr. Oakleigh Thorne, II
- Nov 1, 2020
Orders of Insects 🐜
Insects are members of class Insecta, but different kinds of insects are grouped together. These groups are called orders.
Dr. Oakleigh Thorne, II
- Aug 1, 2020
COVID-19 and Nature 🌱
During this difficult time, I hope you are getting outside for fresh air, exercise, and the enjoyment of nature!
Dr. Oakleigh Thorne, II
- May 1, 2020
Earth Day Anniversary 🌎
Remembering the first Earth Day in Boulder (1970) and how it got started!
Dr. Oakleigh Thorne, II
- Feb 1, 2020
Green Schoolyards 💚
Play, learn, explore, and grow in an area where the natural world has conscientiously been an integral part of the design!
Dr. Oakleigh Thorne, II
- Aug 1, 2019
Dragonflies 🧚
Learn more about the ancient species of dragonflies!
Dr. Oakleigh Thorne, II
- May 1, 2019
Nature and Communities 🌱
"People with little or no connection with nature certainly benefit from the company of friends and family who lead them into contact with...
Dr. Oakleigh Thorne, II
- Feb 1, 2019
Wilderness 🐻
A brief history about how the US has conserved its areas of wilderness, specifically the Washakie Wilderness Area.
Dr. Oakleigh Thorne, II
- Nov 1, 2018
Nature Preschool 🦋
A focus on early childhood education in relation to nature, and what the E Guidelines are all about.
Dr. Oakleigh Thorne, II
- Feb 1, 2018
Giving Back 🤲
It's certainly better to give than to receive!
Dr. Oakleigh Thorne, II
- Nov 1, 2017
50th Anniversary of Boulder's Open Space 🏔
Celebrating 50 years of Boulder's Open Space that we love and cherish so much!
Dr. Oakleigh Thorne, II
- Aug 1, 2017
Experiencing Nature 🌱
The best inspiration to enjoy more time outdoors!
Dr. Oakleigh Thorne, II
- May 1, 2017
Art, Music, and Nature 🎨
Nurturing imagination with art, music, and nature
Dr. Oakleigh Thorne, II
- Feb 1, 2017
Science is Cool! 🧪
Early scientists made the connection that nature is a great teacher!
Dr. Oakleigh Thorne, II
- Oct 1, 2016
Chinook Winds 💨
A quick lesson on Chinook Winds!
Dr. Oakleigh Thorne, II
- Aug 1, 2016
Earth Heroes 🌎
What is an "Earth Hero" and how can you be one?
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