Thorne Ecological Institute has connected over 200,000 kids and adults to nature since 1954! Our experienced Instructors lead enthusiastic kids outside to explore the wonders of the Front Range.

Congratulations to the Institute's in-school program, Project BEAR - winner of the 2009 Award for Excellence in Environmental Education from the Colorado Alliance for Environmental Education!

  
     

Thorne Ecological Institute is celebrating its 56th Anniversary! Are you a member of the Thorne legacy?
 


Founded in 1954, Thorne’s mission is to build

Earth stewardship by connecting youth to nature through joyful, hands-on, place-based environmental education experiences.

Thorne Ecological Institute is a 501 (c)(3) nonprofit organization.

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"My child enjoyed the class because it was so much fun. Her teachers were very nice and showed her lots of things and taught her new things."
~ Anonymous