In 2010, the Ken-Caryl Ranch Master Association Board of Directors approved the Forest Stewardship Plan that calls for thinning of overgrown forests and shrub lands to improve overall forest health and remove excessive wildfire fuels. Since 2010, approximately 50 percent of the areas designated for management have been completed. The work this season, which will begin in late August, will complete most of the projects listed in the plan. The areas designated for treatment are located north and west of the Manor House picnic shelter. There will be some temporary trail closures in the area. See our News page for details of the forestry project and a map of the area.

Introducing KC Nature! Ken-Caryl Ranch has a long-standing tradition of excellence with its Environmental Education Ranger U programs. The programs are now evolving into a new program called KC Nature. There will be some awesome new classes offered for everyone in the family! Everyone is invited to the KC Nature Open House on Saturday, Aug. 23 from 2-5 p.m. at Dakota Lodge. You can find out more about the exciting changes that are coming with KC Nature and meet Ken-Caryl Ranch’s new Environmental Education Specialist, Gabrielle Hesselius.

The Bradford and Ranch House Pools are now closed for the season. The Community Center Pool will have limited hours Monday-Friday, Aug. 18-22 and Aug. 25-29 from 4-7 p.m. and will be open from 10 a.m.-7 p.m. on Saturdays and Sundays. The Community Center Pool closes for the season Monday, Sept. 1 at 7 p.m. For a complete list of pool hours, see our Aquatics page.