What is a raptor? A raptor is a Hawk…read more.... So I am learning so much from Yelp's virtual events and this event, The Rocky Mountain Raptor Program is no stranger to education and information to people like me.... The RMRP is an organization who rescues, rehabilitates and then, returns the Raptor back to the wild. However in some cases, the bird is injured that even with rehabilitation would not survive in the wild. In these cases they are housed and cared for within and through this Raptor Program. The raptors who are in the program are not given names. Why? Not sure but I'm guessing that might lend to attachment so as a rule, No names??? The raptor's beak and it's feet!!! what are they called? Bird Feet!!!! They need the feet and beak as a tool for their survival. Their wing span can reach five feet.... (that spans my height!!! LOL) Those birds are so pretty or handsome as it may be. I'm glad and I tip my hat to the RMRP for giving them a second lease on life. oh, by the way, if you see other birds in harm's way, you can reach out to the RMRP with a picture of what needs help and they will find the right group to assist. Thank you!!! RMRP!!!!

RMRP and it's staff / volunteers are absolutely amazing. I have been part of this non-profit…read morerehabilitation program for five years now. Rocky Mountain Raptor Program currently operates at two facilities. The main raptor rehabilitation center and hospital is located at 720B East Vine Drive in Fort Collins Colorado. Although this facility is not open to the public, tours are available for a small fee. You may visit the ELC (Environmental Learning Center) located off of Environmental drive, found at Drake and Ziegler. Some of the Educational Embassadors live at this location full time, including the BAEA (Bald Eagle). Be sure to stop by the ELC during daylight hours. You will be glad that you did. RMRP does host multiple open houses throughout the year, and there you will learn everything that you have ever wanted to learn about Raptors (and no, not the dinosaurs!). For instance, did you know that the AMKE (American Kestrel) is the smallest Falcon found in North America...and the males are even Broncos colors! Once you see one, you will notice just how many there are in Colorado. RMRP rescues, rehabilitates and releases injured birds of prey, including Eagles, Owls, Hawks and Falcons; and through its comprehensive Environmental Education program, teaches the importance of preserving wildlife and wild places for future generations. Check out rmrp.org to see more about the facilities, the people, and the beautiful birds they rehabilitate for a 'Second Chance at Freedom'

We frequent the Fort Collins food bank. The volunteers need better training . They manage some of…read morethe most vulnerable populations in our community. As a person with a disability that is not visible I have attempted to shop on Wednesdays when services are suppose to provide easier access to seniors and those with disabilities. Despite documenting the disability in their intake documentation, and after standing in line for about 45 minutes, the volunteer at the front desk looked at my age and informed me I wasn't a senior and should not be there shopping that day. The sad part is how loud her voice carried across the entire line of clients. I informed her I had a disability and informed her it was documented in their intake paperwork. Every subsequent visit has been a repeat to the intake person questioning why I am there shopping that day. I finally gave up trying to show up on Wednesdays. Not all disabilities are physical and visible. My question is why senior citizens aren't required to give proof of age every time they shop, or asked to verify if they are seniors? Once their age is recorded they are given a green light but someone with a disability has to request the same treatment as seniors because the volunteers are forming a judgement because they aren't seeing a physical disability.

Okay! Well I am just going to say i have had fantastic experiences with the food bank for larimer…read morecounty. We have been there in multiple capacities. -As a patron -as a donor -as a volunteer -for tours with girl scouts and homeschool groups Many many years ago, my family utilized the food bank as a patron and we were so very thankful for the food. They had a variety of stuff that i could find even with special dietary needs of gluten free, vegan, vegetarian. Produce was usually fine and most anything we got was tasty. I have donated food there. Whether for girl scout cookie donations or donations just for other times throughout the year. Donating is a very easy process. They have a lot of hours available to donate. You go in the donation door. And bring your food in. They will have you put your food/donations on a scale and then you can get a tax donation receipt if you would like it. Because of being so thankful for the years of food the food bank had provided for my younger family, I have been thankful to volunteer for this organization. I have brought my girl scout troop here many times to volunteer, homeschool community and also a local womans group. The volunteer coordinator is easy to work with and the jobs are always varied and interesting. There is always a lot to do! Lastly i have brought groups here for tours. Not everyone knows or understands what the food bank does and I thought it was important for my girl scouts and also some folks from homeschool community to be able to hear about it. The tour guides were always engaging and made it interesting and memorable for those that i brought. I am very thankful for this organization and their mission of feeding people.

It's really an awesome location. I've even gotten cheese from there and Hair products and eggs.read more

"Vindeket Foods is a non profit food rescue that partners with grocery stores, restaurants and…read morefarms to reduce wasted food" They are a no cost market that is open to everyone. Donations are welcome. You can do a donation with credit card, venmo, or your time. Or if you can't give anything that is okay as well. This concept was interesting to me and I have heard some of my friends talk about this place. With the rising costs of food and well just about everything these days, opted to go and give it a try. There is a tight parking lot, seems like it would be hard to get in and out of though especially if you have a higher profile vehicle. There is also some street parking available. Be sure to bring your reusable bags. Well unless you want to use a box. They do provide them but then there is something large to have to recycle. They are open 3 days a week for limited hours so be sure to check they are open when you want to go. Upon arriving there was a line. Which sounds like is the norm. They can only have so many people inside at one time. It is a smaller space and i can see where it would not be fun to have a bunch of people on top of you. The line moved fairly quickly however. When you do get to the door a volunteer will ask you how many people you are shopping for (how big is your household) you just tell them whatever the number is and then you go in. Its a small warehouse type building. There is some shelving and you just proceed to move around and get what you need. Of course try to be respectful of the fact that there are multiple other people who are also looking for food. They had volunteers restocking items while i was there. There is always going to be different stuff as it will depend on what locations are giving away at the time. Today i was able to find some gluten free breads for my daughter and then some organic regular bread and bagels for my husband and son. Also some salad dressings, some vegan dairy items and regular dairy items, some canned veggies and a few peppers and grapefruit. Was able to snag a dozen eggs which i was excited about for the family. Not for myself as i am vegan. Anyhow, overall it did seem worth the trip and i will be back again in the future. I will probably also look into volunteering as well. This seems like a worth cause i could get behind.

I was formerly a foster home during my Colorado residency. They were very supportive, and their…read moreorganization was staffed by committed, competent folks.

As others have mentioned, the adoption fee is significantly more than most rescues. Yet they are…read morenot thorough on the descriptions of the pups and their medical history. We adopted a dog that very clearly has retained deciduous canines which a vet has told me should have been extracted pre-adoption and at the least been noted in his medical history. As a result we will be spending $1000-2000 in dental surgery just mere weeks after adoption. While we have fallen in love with the pup and decided to keep him, we truthfully would not have adopted him if we knew the vet and rescue left him requiring 1000s in dental exam and surgery. It is the rescues obligation to be thorough and upfront about the animal's medical history. The partner vet refused to speak to me about our dog's chart. We requested a refund of the adoption fee to help offset surgery costs and they refused. What's the point in paying $600-700 in adoption fee if they are not going to treat the dog properly?! They seem only interested in making money hence the high fee and poor communication. If they actually cared they would refund us as this is a huge mistake on their part. As others have also said they are not upfront about behavioral issues either it seems yet they are so intrusive in the adoption application. I strongly recommend rescuing at a more credible rescue that has better communication and actual interest in the dogs' future and health... really disappointed. On another note, the foster was met was very kind and seemed to care about the dog we adopted.

A little hard to find, but otherwise a great hidden study spot if you get there early enough to…read moresnag a spot with an outlet. Service was great as always. I got a bacon breakfast Bonfire Burrito and a matcha latte. Though prepackaged, it's was heated up nicely and it was very flavorful, a lot going on! Typically I boycott bean-less burritos but this one was tasty. Hot sauces were local and both very nice. Definitely want to try the mushroom croissant next time...

Loved the space and their energy! This is a nonprofit group supporting refugee and migrant,…read moreimmigrant community members... and I'm here for it! I ordered a hot tea blend and it was yummy and just the right temperature on a cold day. I appreciate when baristas offer a "for here" mug right away rather than the disposable variety. We sat around the corner, just behind the baristas' work area. They have a small display of items to purchase from local artisans and such, which added charm and a cozy feel to the space. Our table doubled as a chess, backgammon, and checkers board and set and there were other board games stored, I imagine, for customers to use. Bike-in on the adjacent bike trails and get a bit of a discount on your purchase and reduce extra time spent on parking your car. They have four parking spots just behind the building. Hot tip: bundle up for a stroll during the winter months and grab free parking on Remington.