DLC volunteer published on Land Trust Alliance’s blog
Sofia Poland, a high school senior in Highlands Ranch and a DLC volunteer, recently had a piece published on Land Trust Alliance’s blog The Dirt! A Gen Z perspective: How conservation has shaped my generation dives into the impact of Sofia’s childhood...
World Wildlife Day
By Leslie Lee World Wildlife Day is celebrated each year on March 3 to “celebrate wild animals and plants and recognize the unique roles and contributions of wildlife to people and the planet.” In 2026, we showcase the diversity of medicinal and aromatic...
Where are the Monarch Butterflies?
By Elizabeth Taylor Spotting a beautiful monarch butterfly in our gardens or when hiking on a Douglas County Open Space is a special experience that all of us enjoy. The monarchs we are privileged to see in our region are part of the eastern population, those monarchs...
Celebrating World Wetlands Day
By Leslie Lee World Wetlands Day, observed annually on February 2, celebrates the significance of wetlands for humanity and the planet. The 2026 theme, “Wetlands & Traditional Knowledge: Celebrating Cultural Heritage,” emphasizes preserving cultural heritage...