Upcoming Events

Science backs up our view that nature is good for your mental and physical health! That's why we create events and programs to bring in people from all backgrounds - get out, get involved and reap the benefits of being in nature!

Geology Hike in No Thoroughfare Canyon

Devils Kitchen Picnic Shelter 2300 Monument Rd, Grand Junction, CO, United States

Join Roger Smith on a geology hike in No Thoroughfare Canyon.

Free

Nocturne Art at the Monument

Saddlehorn Picnic Area

Join local artist, Cedar Keshet for an evening of exploring nocturne art and sky gazing at Saddlehorn Picnic Area.

Free

Art Journaling from Nature Workshop

Devils Kitchen Picnic Shelter 2300 Monument Rd, Grand Junction, CO, United States

Art Journaling from Nature workshop at Devils Kitchen Shelter.

Free

Nocturne Art at the Monument

Saddlehorn Amphitheater

Join local artist, Cedar Keshet for an evening of exploring nocturne art and sky gazing at Saddlehorn Picnic Area.

Free

Nocturne Art at the Monument

Saddlehorn Picnic Area

Join local artist, Cedar Keshet for an evening of exploring nocturne art and sky gazing at Saddlehorn Picnic Area

RSVP Now Free 15 spots left

Then and Now- National Park Service 109th Birthday

Saddlehorn Visitor Center 11 Rim Rock Drive, Fruita, CO, United States

The National Park Service (NPS) was established on August 25, 1916, and celebrates its birthday on this date each year. This year, 2025, marks the 109th anniversary of the NPS. 

Other Events

Sunset Plein Air Painting at Independence Overlook

Community Artist in Park

Sunset Plein Air Painting at Independence Overlook — 08/01/2025

Desert Bracelet Workshop: Full Moon Evening

Talks & Presentations

Desert Bracelet Workshop: Full Moon Evening — 08/09/2025

Investigating Insects in the Monument

Monument on Tap Series

Investigating Insects in the Monument — 08/11/2025

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