COLORADO SPRINGS, Colo. (KKTV) -Families looking for an indoor activity during winter break can explore Colorado’s dinosaur past through a hands-on program at Garden of the Gods Visitor and Nature Center.
The “Colorado Dinosaurs” program runs through Jan. 23 and highlights why the state is known for some of the most significant fossil discoveries in the world. Colorado’s first full Stegosaurus skeleton was found in the state, and scientists say new clues are still being uncovered in nearby rock formations.
Park guides lead each session, teaching children about different dinosaurs tied to Colorado’s history. The program also includes story time, crafts, a fossil touch table and a chance for kids to try digging for replica fossils. Guides say the activities help keep young learners engaged while they’re out of school for winter break…