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 See where recyclable materials go |
1901 63rd Street Boulder, CO 80301 United States +1 303 444 6634 http://www.ecocycle.org |
If you or the kids ever wondered where glass, plastic and newspaper recyclable materials ended up, this is a field trip that you should not miss. Eco-Cycle, one of the nation's largest non-profit recycling plants, offers detailed guided tours of the facility for kids over 10 years of age. The highlight of the tour is watching a gigantic magnet separate steel from aluminum. The tour teaches children and adults the necessity and importance of recycling. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Learn about the weather |
1850 Table Mesa Drive Boulder, CO 80307 United States +1 303 497 1371 http://www.ncar.ucar.edu/ |
Established in 1960 to examine and explore world weather patterns and climate, NCAR (pronounced en-car) is a PhD peppered working environment, housed in a landmark building. It also doubles as an educational center packed with interactive displays to amaze adults and kids alike. The scenic nature trails surrounding the complex contain learning stations that explain weather patterns. Brochures allow you to guide yourself, and tours are available at noon on Monday and Wednesday. Admission is free. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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The nation's timekeeper |
325 Broadway Boulder, CO 80302 United States http://www.nist.gov/ |
Searching for the precise right time? Then step into this unassuming Bauhaus structure and set your watch to the atomic clock—the nation's official timekeeper. Ultimately this educational haven is a place for researchers to develop ways for business, industry, science and government to advance technically. Though most people come to simply take in the tick and tock of the famous clock, the facility does offer a 90-minute guided tour. Self-guided tours are also welcome. Admission is free. Review © 2007, Wcities |
 A park for the kids |
1505 30th Street Boulder, CO 80203 United States +1 303 441 3427 |
Named after a local astronaut, this park is a favorite for locals, and especially for kids. A rocket shaped jungle gym attracts hordes of young enthusiasts honing early climbing skills for later pursuits on the Flatirons. An large outdoor pool draws crowds from late May until late August. Skateboarders come for the 10-foot half pipe and the assortment of odd shaped mini ramps. During the winter the park becomes a sledding paradise. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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 See fish swim Boulder Creek |
1345 28th Street Boulder, CO 80302 United States +1 303 413 7200 |
Located along the Boulder Creek Trail, the Underwater Fish Observatory is a good diversion to check out if you have the kids with you. They can feed the fish and, if they are lucky, see carp, rainbow trout, and maybe even a cutthroat trout, swimming in the creek. Glass partitions allow you to explore the shallow depths of the Boulder Creek. Unfortunately, the water tends to sometimes be a bit murky. But the kids never seem to mind. Review © 2007, Wcities |