NEDERLAND, Colo. - As the folks at Wild Bear Nature Center step into their future, they're still processing the unexpected tragedy that forced them to say goodbye to their past.

"There were some irreplaceable items, including some educational materials. We had specimens that were certified through the state. And then lastly, we unfortunately lost several of our ambassador animals," said Matthew Celesta, Director of Development for Wild Bear Nature Center.

The old location is a complete loss, along with more than a dozen other businesses in downtown Nederland, after a fire tore through a shopping center earlier this month .

"While our programs largely happen outside, it's great to have an indoor space for weather or cold hands to eat lunch and things like that. So we lost that space,"

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