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Explore Outdoors: Library Offers Free Nature Kits
7 Oct
Summary
- Library offers free borrowing of nature books and 850 equipment kits.
- Facility promotes environmental awareness and physical/mental health.
- Building features sustainable design with solar panels and geothermal systems.
The Anythink Libraries in Adams County, Colorado, has launched a unique Nature Library, offering free access to thousands of books and 850 "try it" kits. These kits include items like hammocks, night-vision binoculars, gardening tools, and microscopes, encouraging engagement with the natural world without requiring expensive equipment.
The library, funded by local property taxes, was established to reduce barriers to nature access. Executive Director Mark Fink emphasized its role in providing opportunities for people to learn about climate change and sustainability, and to experience the physical and mental health benefits of spending time outdoors.
Visitors have shared positive experiences, highlighting the library's accessibility for all ages and its role in fostering a love for nature. The facility itself is designed sustainably, featuring solar panels and a geothermal system, and is situated on a 6-hectare site with gardens and a hiking trail.
