Wildlands Restoration Volunteers does what its name implies -- they organize groups of volunteers…read moreto do ecological restoration on wild public lands. I've volunteered with WRV for 5 of its 10 years and can honestly say that they have figured-out the magic recipe for providing a truly rewarding volunteer experience, whether it's as simple as a morning spent pulling an invasive weed in Boulder or as intense as a multi-day, high-altitude alpine project where the mission is to repair erosion damage along steep sections of trail. Plus (fellow Yelpers ought to like this), WRV tends to feed its volunteers well on projects. My motto is 'will work for food,' and I'm right at home with WRV.

Great way to help the native flora. We collected seeds from many different wild plants in many…read morelocations within an hours drive. The seeds will be later collected by rubbing the seed heads on screens, so I hear. Then, they will be used to replant native plants in restoration areas. The COVID-19 virus happened during their normal seed cleaning period so I hope they can catch up when all this is done. You either carpool or drive yourself to the location where the seeds have been pre-scouted, then wander and stoop to pluck the seed heads. WRV offers snacks like granola bars, cheese sticks, fruit and soda/sparkling water with essences. The typical time out of your day might be 4 hours... 9-1 usually, plus short nature hikes with expert guides, and they also offer full day and camping/working trips. They are organized through Boulder County (I forgot the last part of the name) on St. Vrain Rd. You can get more information off the web by looking for Wildlands Resources Volunteers. You can subscribe to them and you'll get lists of types of help needed, dates and times and can register from there. Many of the volunteers have worked with them for many, many years. Registration may be limited so sign up as fast as you can and there is a waiting list so if you can't make it, let them know.

We bought two six inch pies - apple and cherry. They were delicious and very reasonably priced ($6…read moreeach). It's great that proceeds benefit Meals on Wheels.

Niche Market makes great fruit pies - the blueberry is the best I've had, and they are all dense…read morewith fruit. They come frozen, to bake at home. Also frozen quiches and soups, tasting like really good homemade. Gluten-free choices, too. The staff are volunteers and all profits go to Meals on Wheels of Boulder. Where else can you do so much good and eat so well ? The store is a little hard to find the first time - it's off 47th St. just north of the intersection with the Diagonal Highway, just east of Foothills Parkway. Plenty of parking.

We brought our young kids here on Saturday and had a wonderful experience. We got there at 9 am…read more(right when they opened the doors) and while it was very windy on the walkway, it was a relief against the blazing sun. Many of the animals were active until around 10:30/11 when the temperature warmed up. Right out of the welcome center, we saw 2 of their jaguars (which we were told are usually pretty elusive), some foxes, bobcats, bears, and to our happy surprise, a cheetah. It came out of the shade in the back of its habitat and approached the fence close to the walkway because an employee was driving by. It sat there for awhile until the employee drove off, so we were able to get lots of pictures. My son LOVES cheetahs, so this was definitely a highlight for us. Of course, when we mentioned it to not 1, but 2 employees/volunteers, they both said that that sanctuary location doesn't have any cheetahs. I showed them the pictures and they stated that it was a leopard. While they certainly do have a leopard (which we also saw), this was indeed a cheetah. So, my 1 suggestion to the sanctuary is to educate the staff on the animals there. Aside from that, we also saw wolves, lions, tigers, and camels. Be prepared to walk the 3 miles round trip. Bring lots of water and snacks (they have bathrooms and shaded rest stops along the way). Bring binoculars (or rent theirs for $10 like we did)--the sanctuary is expansive, far beyond what's next to the walkway. And take your time! We told our littles that the animals were playing hide and seek. It is a worthwhile experience!

Four of us went to The Wild Animal Sanctuary recently, and it was such a cool experience. Getting…read morein was quick and there was plenty of parking, which already made the visit feel easy. Before heading out onto the walkway, there's a large tent with food and a space where you can watch a short video explaining the sanctuary's mission and the work they do. I appreciated having that background because it made the whole experience feel more meaningful once we were out there. It was also nice that you can grab food and bring it out with you. Obviously you cannot feed the animals, but you can enjoy your own food and bring a water bottle while you walk. I grabbed a slice of pizza on the way out and appreciated that flexibility. The volunteers were genuinely kind and clearly passionate about being there. The facility itself is huge, you walk along a long elevated walkway that stretches over the habitats, which gives you a really unique vantage point. We had beautiful weather and great visibility, so we were lucky to see a lot. Some animals were lounging, some sleeping, and others were playing around. I liked how each enclosure felt thoughtfully set up and spacious, you could tell they are trying to give the animals an environment that suits them. If you are an animal lover, it is absolutely worth checking out. I do think it can feel a little expensive without a membership, but when you see the scale of the property and understand the work they are doing, it makes more sense. Overall, it was a really special way to spend the day.

I get there like an hour early. They have 3 car lines. It is a quarterly event. It's for everyone -…read moreyou don't have to be poor. They are extremely organized and efficient. I look forward to going every time! I've been turned on to some great products and I've been well stocked on dry cat food from them! They turned me on to paper pellet litter and the I and Meow and Love food brand and it gives my cats a chance to try some new brands. Whatever we don't use, I redistribute throughout my apt bldg to my other cat owner friends! Their volunteers are super friendly and organized. They have a lot of stuff that they provide to each car - litter, toys/treats, wet food, dry food! I go for my 3 cats! It's meant as a helpful community resource supplement to your regular pet supply needs.

This fine charity sets up pet food banks next to human food banks to help families experiencing…read moretemporary financial distress keep their furry friends at home. They are a fun loving compassionate group with big hearts for pets and their families.