Hello ELK Families!
LEAF: Learning Environmental Activities for Families. These programs welcome family members of all ages. We send out this family-oriented newsletter, full of community events, upcoming ELK programs, community resources, college prep tips for parents, and more! /
Estos programas son para todas las edades. Enviamos este boletín orientado a las familias, lleno de eventos de la comunidad, próximos programas de ELK, recursos de la comunidad, consejos de preparación para la universidad para los padres, y mucho más!
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ELK Weekly Nature Challenge/
Reto De La Semana
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| ELK Weekly Nature Challenge/Reto De La Semana July 6th 2020 |
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** THIS WEEK's NATURE CHALLENGE: **
Spend some time outside and enjoy the weather by having a picnic! Enjoy your meal in your backyard, patio, nearby park, etc. Remember to pack your trash or any food scraps.
Take a photo of your spot and post it on our ELK Facebook Page.
If you do not have Facebook, please send to Chris at:
curias@elkkids.org
or text: 720.251.0947. All posts and submitted photos will be entered into a weekly drawing for a $10 gift card!
Please follow all
Denvergov.org health safety tips and advice if you do venture to a park
or other public space.It is still important to get outdoor during this uncertain time, but please ensure you're staying at least six feet away from others. Enjoy!
** EL RETO DE ESTA SEMANA: **
Pasar un tiempo al aire libre y disfrutar del clima por tener un picnic! Disfrute de su comida en su patio, parque cercano, etc. Recuerde empacar su basura.
Tome una foto y
publíquelo en nuestra página de
Facebook ELK
. Si no tiene Facebook, envíe a Chris a
curias@elkkids.org
o envíe un mensaje de texto: 720.251.0947.
¡Todas las publicaciones y fotos enviadas se ingresarán en un sorteo semanal por una tarjeta de regalo de $ 10!
Por favor siga a
Denvergov.org
para consejos de salud y consejos si decide aventurarse a un parque u otro espacio público. Todavía es importante salir al aire libre durante este tiempo incierto, pero asegúrese de estar al menos a seis pies de distancia de los demás. ¡Y disfruta!
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Scroll down for more resources!
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C&NN's Youth Outdoor Equity Leadership Fund
The Youth Outdoor Equity Leadership Fund will support young leaders working to increase equitable access to the benefits of nature, environmental and climate justice, and community health and well being. Grant making decisions will be made by a youth-led committee. Encourage youth leaders in your city to apply. Learn more about the fund.
Click here for to learn more about the fund
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Upcoming Community Events/Resources
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Hello D5 community! This month's Commanders meeting will take place Thursday July 16th at 6:00 pm virtually. To join from a computer or smart phone use the link below.
Link Or dial
Conference ID: 463 323 040#
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ICYMI: In an effort to best serve Denver residents and visitors, 3-1-1 has extended their weekday hours. Operators are available 7am - 7pm, Mon thru Fri. You can also access services online 24/7 at
http://denvergov.org/
&
http://pocketgov.com/
For emergencies, call 9-1-1.
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Youth ages 11-14 in the Denver area that are interested in a short summer program please consider the YOUth Leadership Academy I will be teaching through the Conflict Center August 3-6. The curriculum covers conflict management and youth leadership skills. Scholarships are available.
Conflictcenter.org
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We are super excited to announce that the Sims-Fayola Foundation will host our inaugural I AM A FAYOLA MAN SUMMER LEADERSHIP CAMP for young men in the DENVER METRO AREA! We have decided to hold our camp in two phases. A virtual/online phase and an in-person phase.
Virtual Phase: We will hold our online sessions with aspects of our camp that translate to a remote environment. Specifically, we will hold our online STEM labs, Social Expression course, Career Conversations (High school only), and Book Study. The classes will take place on July 7,8,9,14,15,16, 21,22,23, 28,29,30.
In Person Phase: We will wait until the fall and take advantage of some three day weekends and regular weekends to host our in person activities. Specifically, they are Empowered Ambition Youth Development Program (EAYD), Real time STEM experiments, First Tee Golf, and Financial Literacy classes.
CAMP DATES: ALL STUDENTS -
July 7, 9, 14, 16, 21, 23, 28, 30 (9AM - 1PM)
CAMP DATES: HIGH SCHOOL STUDENTS - July 8, 15, 22, 29 (9AM - 11AM)
Click here to Register
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Upcoming LEAF/ELK Programs
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When it comes to our annual Cast a Line Family Fishing event - we can't stop, won't stop! This year, we're going virtual and casting across state lines - all the way to Atlanta, GA! Join us as we host Malik Wilder of Fishing for Hip Hop as he discusses the importance of introducing young people to the outdoors!
Malik has over 25 years of fishing skills and experience that he's utilized while fishing all over the world. He's been featured on one of the World Fishing Network's major fishing TV shows and has dedicated himself to introducing young people to the outdoors and the sport of fishing. Register for your free ticket today - as always, youth participants will receive their very own fishing rods!
Register Here
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Sincerely,
Loretta, Kim, Kristina, Ben, Amy, Justin, Christina, Taylor, Chris, Yesi, Ronika, and Rayven
Environmental Learning for Kids' Staff
    
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