Plains Conservation Center, Aurora

When I decided to visit this conservation center, I realized quickly that it was too cold to venture far on the muddy trail. What I did see (and touch) were cool. Fur pelts in the visitor center were absurdly satisfying to the touch, and a telescope pointed at an eagles nest outside promises viewers the potential for witnessing greatness. The staff member was helpful and unlocked the Yurt for me to explore. More information about the area, its past, and the animals would satisfy my curiosity further; it's such a large area, and there's got to be more to the history.

Spent the morning on the trails to the sod homestead, vintage farm equipment, and tipi. Wrapped up the windy day inside at the visitors center that didn’t open until around noon. Great experience for kids inside and out and beautiful gravel trails to walk or run a few miles.