About ELK

Environmental Learning for Kids (ELK) is a local Denver nonprofit that creates a sense of belonging, self-discovery, and adventure in the outdoors for underrepresented young people of color and their families, transforming youth into environmental stewards and trailblazers that promote equitable outdoor access, sustainable practices, and community uplift. ELK programs introduce, immerse, educate, and mentor youth ages 5-25 and their families to Colorado’s natural resources and science-related careers. Most return year after year to join ELK’s community of learners. ELK offers a mosaic of programs that serve as stepping-stones for young leaders and engaged environmental stewards of today and tomorrow.