We have recently changed to a donation-based registration process.
Choose your own price during registration.
(If you purchased an Adventure Pass within the past year, your pass is still good!
Contact Carol at carol.johnson@heartjcenter.org to register.)
Click on the program photos below to get to the registration links!
May Birding Club
Join our team of avid birders for this monthly bird walk at Sylvan Dale Ranch. During these walks we will explore different areas of the ranch, looking for feathered friends and keeping records of all the birds we spot. This is a fun, casual meetup club open to new, amateur, and experienced birders alike!
*minimum age is 10 yrs and kids must be accompanied by a parent or guardian.
Heart-J Geology on Horseback
*SOLD OUT * Angela Elzer, Heart-J Center’s talented youth programs lead, is also a geologist and accomplished horsewoman. Join Angela for an hour and a half horseback ride while you learn about the astonishing geological wonders in the foothills at Sylvan Dale Ranch.
*minimum age is 13 yrs and kids must be accompanied by a parent or guardian.
Heart-J Geology on Horseback
*SOLD OUT* Angela Elzer, Heart-J Center’s talented youth programs lead, is also a geologist and accomplished horsewoman. Join Angela for an hour and a half horseback ride while you learn about the astonishing geological wonders in the foothills at Sylvan Dale Ranch.
*minimum age is 13 yrs and kids must be accompanied by a parent or guardian.
Watercolor - Celebrating Nature
Join Heart-J Center and instructor Lisa Greisen for a morning of watercolor painting. In this class all of the materials and instruction you need will be provided for you to create a "Celebrating Nature” work of art.
Heart-J Photography Club
Join Heart-J Center for this monthly photography meetup and walking tour at Sylvan Dale Ranch! During these walks we will explore different areas of the Ranch while learning together, sharing tips and tricks on all things photography.
Forest Qi Gong with Gong Voyage
Forest Qi Gong: Enjoy a peaceful Qi Gong session while experiencing the pleasure of nature through all the senses.
Gong Voyage: Still feeling the peacefulness of nature, enjoy a relaxing and healing immersion in sound. Bring a blanket and possibly a pillow to enhance your comfort as you experience the surprising and powerful vibrations of the Gong.
Instructors: Madeline Marchell and Kathy Dickson
Macramé Dream Catcher
Join Heart-J Center and instructor Carol Johnson for a morning of macramé. In this class all of the materials and instruction you need will be provided for you to create a Macrame Dream Catcher. Beginners welcome!!
* Recommended for ages 16 and up
Choose your price at registration
Forest Qi Gong with Gong Voyage
Forest Qi Gong: Enjoy a peaceful Qi Gong session while experiencing the pleasure of nature through all the senses.
Gong Voyage: Still feeling the peacefulness of nature, enjoy a relaxing and healing immersion in sound. Bring a blanket and possibly a pillow to enhance your comfort as you experience the surprising and powerful vibrations of the Gong.
Instructors: Madeline Marchell and Kathy Dickson
Forest Qi Gong with Gong Voyage
Forest Qi Gong: Enjoy a peaceful Qi Gong session while experiencing the pleasure of nature through all the senses.
Gong Voyage: Still feeling the peacefulness of nature, enjoy a relaxing and healing immersion in sound. Bring a blanket and possibly a pillow to enhance your comfort as you experience the surprising and powerful vibrations of the Gong.
Instructors: Madeline Marchell and Kathy Dickson
Heart-J Geology on Horseback
*SOLD OUT * Angela Elzer, Heart-J Center’s talented youth programs lead, is also a geologist and accomplished horsewoman. Join Angela for an hour and a half horseback ride while you learn about the astonishing geological wonders in the foothills at Sylvan Dale Ranch.
*minimum age is 13 yrs and kids must be accompanied by a parent or guardian.
Macramé Plant Hanger
Join Heart-J Center and instructor Carol Johnson for a morning of macramé. In this class all of the materials and instruction you need will be provided for you to create a Macrame Plant Hanger. Beginners welcome!! Let’s get in the spring spirit and create a holder for our favorite plant.
*We'll supply a small planter, or you can bring your favorite.
* Recommended for ages 16 and up
Choose your price at registration
Botany Hike
Sylvan Dale's diverse geology means we have a variety of soil types, which makes the Ranch an incredible place to explore the world of plants, mosses, lichen, and fungi.
Join Claudia for the first in a series of botany walks which will focus on a different aspect of the plant kingdom each month. Together we'll track the seasonal changes from spring to summer to fall. Suitable for all levels of experience with botany. Ages 10+.
Astronomy: Stargazing at Sylvan Dale with NoCoAstro
Working with City of Loveland and Northern Colorado Astronomical Society (NoCoAstro), Heart-J Center will host a free stargazing night. Emphasis will be on observing the skies with telescopes furnished by NoCoAstro. Volunteer stargazers will show off celestial objects while describing the objects you are viewing.
Watercolor - Botanicals (Afternoon Class)
Join Heart-J Center and instructor Lisa Greisen for an afternoon of watercolor painting. In this class all of the materials and instruction you need will be provided for you to create a "Botanicals” work of art.
Heart-J Photography Club
Join Heart-J Center for this monthly photography meetup and walking tour at Sylvan Dale Ranch! During these walks we will explore different areas of the Ranch while learning together, sharing tips and tricks on all things photography.
Watercolor - Botanicals (Morning Class)
Join Heart-J Center and instructor Lisa Greisen for a morning of watercolor painting. In this class all of the materials and instruction you need will be provided for you to create a "Botanicals” work of art.
April Birding Club
Join our team of avid birders for this monthly bird walk at Sylvan Dale Ranch. During these walks we will explore different areas of the ranch, looking for feathered friends and keeping records of all the birds we spot. This is a fun, casual meetup club open to new, amateur, and experienced birders alike!
*minimum age is 10 yrs and kids must be accompanied by a parent or guardian.
Sweetheart City Racing Presents: Run the Ranch
Join Sweetheart City Racing for an unforgettable weekend running the trails of Sylvan Dale. You’ll have a blast, whether you run the 5K, 10K, 4-hour, 6-hour, 12-hour, or 12-hour relay race!
Macramé Rose Knot Wall Hanging
Join Heart-J Center and instructor Carol Johnson for a morning of macrame. In this class all of the materials and instruction you need will be provided for you to create a Macrame Rose Knot Wall Hanging.
Registration is Closed
We may have missed Valentines Day for this project, but once you have the hang of this one - the possibilities are endless.
Sylvan Dale Training Run Series: Event #3
Choose 1, 2, or all 3 training runs! Come and run the course in preparation for our April 2024 Run the Ranch event. Choose the 10K loop or the 5K loop! Each training run starts at 8am and ends at noon. One Sunday a month from Jan 21, 2024 to March 24, 2024
Heart-J Photography Club
Join Heart-J Center for this monthly photography meetup and walking tour at Sylvan Dale Ranch! During these walks we will explore different areas of the Ranch while learning together, sharing tips and tricks on all things photography.
Watercolor - Welcome Spring
Join Heart-J Center and instructor Lisa Greisen for a morning of watercolor painting. In this class all of the materials and instruction you need will be provided for you to create a "Welcome Spring” work of art.
*SOLD OUT
Heart-J Geology on Horseback
Angela Elzer, Heart-J Center’s talented youth programs lead, is also a geologist and accomplished horsewoman. Join Angela for an hour and a half horseback ride while you learn about the astonishing geological wonders in the foothills at Sylvan Dale Ranch.
*minimum age is 13 yrs and kids must be accompanied by a parent or guardian.
March Birding Club
Join our team of avid birders for this monthly bird walk at Sylvan Dale Ranch. During these walks we will explore different areas of the ranch, looking for feathered friends and keeping records of all the birds we spot. This is a fun, casual meetup club open to new, amateur, and experienced birders alike!
*minimum age is 10 yrs and kids must be accompanied by a parent or guardian.
Macramé Hat Holder
Get started with macramé! This class is for beginners and those with some experience. You'll learn the basics by creating a handy hat holder. Supplies included.
Hike: Sulzer Gulch
This will be a great opportunity to clear your mind, stretch your legs, and breath in the fresh air as you hike and explore Sylvan Dale! You will cover approximately 2 (roundtrip) miles of moderate terrain. Our hope is that you leave the Ranch feeling invigorated and refreshed!
Heart-J Geology on Horseback
Angela Elzer, Heart-J Center’s talented youth programs lead, is also a geologist and accomplished horsewoman. Join Angela for an hour and a half horseback ride while you learn about the astonishing geological wonders in the foothills at Sylvan Dale Ranch.
*minimum age is 13 yrs and kids must be accompanied by a parent or guardian.
*SOLD OUT *
Sylvan Dale Training Run Series: Event #2
Choose 1, 2, or all 3 training runs! Come and run the course in preparation for our April 2024 Run the Ranch event. Choose the 10K loop or the 5K loop! Each training run starts at 8am and ends at noon. One Sunday a month from Jan 21, 2024 to March 24, 2024
Heart-J Photography Club
Join Heart-J Center for this monthly photography meetup and walking tour at Sylvan Dale Ranch! During these walks we will explore different areas of the Ranch while learning together, sharing tips and tricks on all things photography.
Watercolor - Floral (Afternoon)
Join Heart-J Center and instructor Lisa Greisen for an afternoon of watercolor painting. In this class all of the materials and instruction you need will be provided for you to create a "Floral” work of art.
Watercolor - Floral
Join Heart-J Center and instructor Lisa Greisen for a morning of watercolor painting. In this class all of the materials and instruction you need will be provided for you to create a "Winter Landscape” work of art.
February Birding Club
Join our team of avid birders for this monthly bird walk at Sylvan Dale Ranch. During these walks we will explore different areas of the ranch, looking for feathered friends and keeping records of all the birds we spot. This is a fun, casual meetup club open to new, amateur, and experienced birders alike!
*minimum age is 10 yrs and kids must be accompanied by a parent or guardian.
Sylvan Dale Training Run Series: Event #1
Choose 1, 2, or all 3 training runs! Come and run the course in preparation for our April 2024 Run the Ranch event. Choose the 10K loop or the 5K loop! Each training run starts at 8am and ends at noon. One Sunday a month from Jan 21, 2024 to March 24, 2024
Watercolor - Winter Landscape
Join Heart-J Center and instructor Lisa Greisen for a morning of watercolor painting. In this class all of the materials and instruction you need will be provided for you to create a "Winter Landscape” work of art.
January Birding Club
Join our team of avid birders for this monthly bird walk at Sylvan Dale Ranch. During these walks we will explore different areas of the ranch, looking for feathered friends and keeping records of all the birds we spot. This is a fun, casual meetup club open to new, amateur, and experienced birders alike!
*minimum age is 10 yrs and kids must be accompanied by a parent or guardian.
December Birding Club
Join our team of avid birders for this monthly bird walk at Sylvan Dale Ranch. During these walks we will explore different areas of the ranch, looking for feathered friends and keeping records of all the birds we spot. This is a fun, casual meetup club open to new, amateur, and experienced birders alike!
*minimum age is 10 yrs and kids must be accompanied by a parent or guardian.
Acrylic Painting
Join Heart-J Center and instructor Hannah Call for an afternoon of acrylic painting. In this class all of the materials and instruction you need will be provided for you to create this bright and colorful work of art.
This class is full. Due to high demand, we will work with Hannah to schedule another session. Please email carol.johnson@heartjcenter.org to be put on the waiting list. Thank you!
Macramé Snowflakes
Get started with macramé! This class is for beginners and those with some experience. You'll learn the basics by creating some snowflakes. Supplies included.
Macramé Owl Part Two
Come and complete your macramé owl project from the 11th of November.