Adult Programs

Enjoy the serene beauty of Butterfly Pavilion—just for adults! Our 18+ evenings offer a peaceful, kid-free experience where you can wander through fascinating habitats, get up close with invertebrates, and marvel at free-flying butterflies. This is your chance to explore the exhibits at your own pace, ask our educators deeper questions, and enjoy the calm, immersive environment with like-minded nature enthusiasts. Whether you're looking for a unique date night, solo adventure, or time to unwind with friends, these evenings are perfect for adults who want to connect with nature.

Dates and Times: (all times 6:00 to 8:00 p.m.)

March 20, 2025

May 15, 2025

August 28, 2025

December 18, 2025

Fee: $20 Member $25 Non-Member (less)

Enjoy the serene beauty of Butterfly Pavilion—just for adults! Our 18+ evenings offer a peaceful, kid-free experience where you can wander through fascinating habitats, get up close with invertebrates, and marvel at free-flying butterflies. T (more)

*This class is geared towards adults but is suitable for 16+ with a parent in attendance*

Whether you’re a paparazzi or can’t figure out your camera or phone, join expert photographer Bob Krugmire for hands-on instruction that will teach you to maximize the potential of your camera! Leave with better skills, knowledge, and tons of fantastic close-up shots. Space is limited! Pre-registration and pre-payment are required. (less)

*This class is geared towards adults but is suitable for 16+ with a parent in attendance*

Whether you’re a paparazzi or can’t figure out your camera or phone, join expert photographer Bob Krugmire for hands-on instruction that will teach you (more)

Experience a rejuvenating yoga class in our tropical rainforest. Led by one of our rotating instructors, classes provide an amazing opportunity to transcend the hustle and bustle of daily life as you practice amongst the butterflies in our conservatory.

Due to this program being in high demand no refunds or date change requests can be made for this program. All tickets are final purchase. (less)

Experience a rejuvenating yoga class in our tropical rainforest. Led by one of our rotating instructors, classes provide an amazing opportunity to transcend the hustle and bustle of daily life as you practice amongst the butterflies in our co (more)

Learn to Mount Your Own Owl Butterfly with The Terrorium Shop!

In this one-hour class, you'll master the art of butterfly pinning from start to finish. The session kicks off with a brief lecture exploring the anatomy, behaviors, and fascinating lifestyle of the Owl Butterfly. You’ll also discover how to create a relaxing chamber, including a quick and easy version using household items.

The second half of the class is hands-on, where you’ll pin your own specimen with expert guidance from The Terrorium Shop.

Each participant will receive:

- A fully relaxed Owl Butterfly

- A mini relaxing chamber

- A pinning board

- A set of professional entomology pins

Join us for this unique opportunity to learn a new skill and take home a beautifully mounted butterfly! (less)

Learn to Mount Your Own Owl Butterfly with The Terrorium Shop!

In this one-hour class, you'll master the art of butterfly pinning from start to finish. The session kicks off with a brief lecture exploring the anatomy, behaviors, and fascinati (more)

Relish a quiet hour of morning light photography in the tropical rainforest before open our doors to the public. Snap photos of beautiful butterflies and exotic tropical flowers in the morning light. Sessions are offered monthly and begin at 8:00am.

Cost:  $10 for non-members, $8.00 for members. Note: This session is self-guided. Participants supply own equipment. (less)

Relish a quiet hour of morning light photography in the tropical rainforest before open our doors to the public. Snap photos of beautiful butterflies and exotic tropical flowers in the morning light. Sessions are offered monthly and begin at (more)

Flowers are more than fine, but which plants truly serve the needs of pollinators? Meet some plant powerhouses, how to choose the right ones for the right spaces, and how to get your hands on the best material.

Ready to level up your pollinator gardening game? This 3-hour masterclass is an extension of our popular Pollinator Gardening Bootcamp, designed for those who want to take their skills to the next level and make a lasting impact on local ecosystems.

Join Butterfly Pavilion’s expert team for an immersive deep dive into advanced pollinator gardening. Engage in expert-led discussions and hands-on activities that delve into plant-pollinator dynamics, habitat optimization, and cutting-edge gardening techniques. Collaborate with other passionate gardeners, receive personalized guidance, and refine your skills in planning, designing, and maintaining diverse, thriving pollinator-friendly landscapes.

This program is perfect for seasoned gardeners ready to create sustainable habitats that support our vital pollinators year after year! (less)

Ready to level up your pollinator gardening game? This 3-hour masterclass is an extension of our popular Pollinator Gardening Bootcamp, designed for those who want to take their skills to the next level and make a lasting impact on local ecos (more)

Get empowered and equipped to transform outdoor spaces into pollinator habitat havens with Butterfly Pavilion's Pollinator Gardening Bootcamp workshop series! Workshops include educational lectures, interactive participation, hands-on outdoor activities, and personalized instruction. Join other curious and passionate pollinator supporters and gardening enthusiasts through the planning, design, implementation, and upkeep involved in gardening for pollinators.

*To obtain your certification, you must complete the 5 classes and pass the comprehensive final exam (open-book, research encouraged) with a 70% or better. *

Cost:

Member Package Pricing: $140 for all classes

Non-member Package Pricing: $160 for all classes

2025 class dates:

Sunday, February 23: Pollinator Gardening 101 - 9:30am - 12:30pm

Sunday, March 30: Plants for Pollinators - 10:00am-1:00pm

Sunday, April27: Pollinator Garden Design - 10:00am-1:00pm

Sunday, May 18: Pollinator Garden Preparation and Planting - 10:00am-1:00pm

Sunday, July 27: Pollinator Garden Maintenance and Care - 10:00am-1:00pm (less)

Get empowered and equipped to transform outdoor spaces into pollinator habitat havens with Butterfly Pavilion's Pollinator Gardening Bootcamp workshop series! Workshops include educational lectures, interactive participation, hands-on outdoor (more)

Choose relaxation and renewal with an evening of Sound Bath Yoga in Butterfly Pavilion’s Wings of the Tropics indoor rainforest. As you move through gentle poses, the harmonious sounds of singing bowls and butterfly wingbeats will envelop you and promote a deep mindfulness and connection to the natural world. This unique experience combines restorative yoga, sound bathing, and the beauty of butterflies!

More information:

-Bring your own mat and water bottle and plan to wear layers, as temperature may vary.

-Rainforest temperature varies between 65 and 85 degrees.

-This class is intended for adults, but children over 13 may attend with a parent.

-Pre-registration is required until further notice. Please register online using the link below. (less)

Choose relaxation and renewal with an evening of Sound Bath Yoga in Butterfly Pavilion’s Wings of the Tropics indoor rainforest. As you move through gentle poses, the harmonious sounds of singing bowls and butterfly wingbeats will envelop you (more)

If you've gotten your beehive through its first winter in Colorado, congratulations! You're about to have a second-year hive! With a second-year hive comes all new adventures in beekeeping, one of the most important of which is swarming. When a colony swarms, not only does a beekeeper lose their valuable, experienced queen, but other issues, such as a failure to produce a new queen or swarms moving into dangerous locations, can occur. It is in a beekeeper s best interest to learn how to artificially create a swarm by doing a split to prevent their bees from becoming a community nuisance. It is also beneficial for new beekeepers to learn about swarm behavior and how they can get themselves free bees by becoming a swarm catcher.

In this workshop, we'll learn all about swarms, including signs that a colony is going to swarm, how to prevent your hive from swarming, how to make more hives by making splits, and basic swarm catching techniques. (less)

If you've gotten your beehive through its first winter in Colorado, congratulations! You're about to have a second-year hive! With a second-year hive comes all new adventures in beekeeping, one of the most important of which is swarming. When (more)