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❄️❄️❄️ The 4th graders of Garnet Mesa

❄️❄️❄️ The 4th graders of Garnet Mesa boarded an ordinary school bus. They ascended 5,000 feet into the clouds. Snow replaced mud, sage brush gave way to conifers, and the Grand Mesa underlined the horizon rather than towering above it.

A new perspective in a snowy wonderland. For many of our young community members, this truly was a whole different world.

Our first week of Skis for Kids was full of joy and growth. For many, this came through the pushing of comfort zones, which is not easy. We glided down hills, learned where our water comes from, pondered a life in the cold, and got powder in our boots.

Quote of the week: “I keep falling” 🎿🤣 🎿

Can’t wait to do it again!

Due to the Winter Weather Advisory, we had to cancel our pop-up ski day tomorrow. Still more to come. Enjoy the fresh snow!!! 🎊

So glad to announce that our second Pop-up Ski Day

So glad to announce that our second Pop-up Ski Day was a huge success! ❄️🎊

Families and partner groups glided, at times effortlessly and at others on their haunches, around the beautiful Dog Loop on the Grand Mesa. The sun glistened off snow covered firs and warmed our layered backs. The hot cider couldn’t have come at a better time, though, to warm the soul and cap yet another great day in the forest.

Looking ahead, our January 23rd Pop-up Ski Day has filled up, but there is still space on our February 19th, February 27th (full moon) and March 27th (worm moon) events. Find the link to register in our bio!

Last but not least, our beloved Skis for Kids program kicks off next week. The 4th graders of Garnet Mesa will be zipping around learning the basics of cross country skiing.

Isn’t winter just the best time of year?

The new year has come. You know what that means...

The new year has come. You know what that means... Pop-up Ski Days have finally arrived!!!! 🎿❄️🎊⛷

They’re just outside your doorstep, barely over that back fence, a skip up the snowy hill.

Our first community cross-country ski event of 2021 is tomorrow, a day where we meet you atop the Grand Mesa with hot cider and skis. If you haven’t already signed up for tomorrow (sorry I have to be the one to break the news), but it is unfortunately all filled up.

The good news is that our Pop-up Ski Days are FAR from over! 🕺🏼🙌🏼 Reserve a spot for you and your family for the January 23rd ski day, just a few short weeks away. Check out thenatureconnection.net/family !

We provide the skis, poles, boots, and the good times. All you have to do is sign up online and show up with the fam.

Remember to dress like an onion... always warm and layered!

HaPpY HoLiDaYs!!!! 🎉❄️🎄🕎🥧From our

HaPpY HoLiDaYs!!!! 🎉❄️🎄🕎🥧From our family to yours!

As we look back on 2020, a year of the unexpected, of adaptation, and of lessons learned, we are so thankful to be able to continue our mission of breaking down barriers for families to access the great outdoors. This is more important now than ever!

We wish everyone a special and safe holiday, and can’t wait to see you at our upcoming Pop-up Community Ski Days on the Grand Mesa. Here are some pictures from our first of many, which took place yesterday on the shortest day of the year. The Winter Solstice marks the beginning of the sun’s gradual return, a point of rebound, a symbolic gesture of warmth and perpetuity, and reminds us of the sunny days to come.

Happy #coloradogivesday ! The mission of The Natur

Happy #coloradogivesday ! The mission of The Nature Connection is to break down barriers to the outdoors for kids and families in our community. In Delta County we found that finances were a major barrier for many families. Your gift helps break down this barrier by providing scholarships for camp so that EVERY kid can attend.

Any donation of $75 or more is doubled this Holiday Season.

Donation Link in Bio

#generationwild #getoutside

Come on down to the Holiday Fair in Paonia on Satu

Come on down to the Holiday Fair in Paonia on Saturday Dec 5th. Nominate a family in need of a kids bike! While you are there we’ll be selling gingerbread house kits and lending our bikes to ride on Grand Ave while it’s closed. See you there!

Give the gift of getting outside! Your donation to

Give the gift of getting outside! Your donation to The Nature Connection funds scholarships for families in our community who can’t afford to attend summer camp. Any gift of $75 or more is doubled this holiday season. Click the link in our bio to donate or create your OWN fundraiser for TNC.

What a cool idea for a kid who loves camp? Raise money from family and friends for kids who can’t afford it to join them? #payitforward #givewhereyoulive

The Nature Connection would love your support on #

The Nature Connection would love your support on #givingtuesday any donation of $75 or more will be doubled! Help us teach more kids to bike, ski and swim. Link in bio to donate. Or set up your own crowd funding site

Hey friends!!! Our Rake and Ride community event,

Hey friends!!! Our Rake and Ride community event, which was cancelled due to inclement weather, has been officially rescheduled for this Tuesday!🚴‍♂️🙌🏼 Swipe for more details....

We’ll be doing some fun little tasks to beautify our clubhouse, followed by bike riding around our amazing trail system and pump track. RSVP if you can make it! See you there, and feel free to bring the whole family ✨

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