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SUMMARY:Into Lion Country: Research on Colorado’s Top Predator- RSVP CLOSED- PROGRAM IS FULL
DESCRIPTION:Mountain lions are elusive but essential to healthy Colorado ecosystems. In this program\, Genevieve Fuller shares findings from the Book Cliffs research on how lions move\, what habitats they rely on\, and how they coexist with people. Learn how biologists track and study these secretive predators and how the science guides wildlife management in western Colorado\, including near Colorado National Monument.   \n Genevieve Fuller is a wildlife biologist with Colorado Parks and Wildlife specializing in large carnivore and ungulate (elk\, deer etc.) management. Her career has focused on big game species and wolves across the western United States\, including work with the Mexican Wolf Recovery Program in Arizona and long-term gray wolf monitoring in Minnesota and Yellowstone. She has extensive experience in wildlife capture\, aerial telemetry\, and field research in remote environments\, and is passionate about using science to inform conservation and coexistence.   \nMonument on Tap is a CNMA lecture series that takes the learning out of the park and into the community—supporting local voices\, shared knowledge\, and meaningful connection.  \nPlease help support CNMA! Your donation directly supports CNMA programming and helps advance the mission of the National Park Service by providing meaningful special events\, presentations\, and educational opportunities that connect our community to the Colorado National Monument. Donate to CNMA  \nDetails:       \n\nDate: March 26th\, 2026\n\n\nTime: 5:30 pm- Please come early to order food and drinks. The talk will start at 6:00 pm\n\n\nLocation: Kannah Creek Brewing Company 1960 N 12th St\, Grand Junction\, CO 81501\n\n\nRegistration: Please make an RSVP for each attendee. Cost is a suggested $10 donation-Cash donation accepted on site or Donate Here. You must have a RSVP to attend this program- There is limited seating.  \n\n  \n 
URL:https://coloradonma.org/event/into-lion-country-research-on-colorados-top-predator-3-26-2026/
LOCATION:Kannah Creek Brewing Company\, 1960 N 12th Street\, grand junction\, CO\, 81501\, United States
CATEGORIES:Monument on Tap Series
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ORGANIZER;CN="Jes Rich":MAILTO:programs@coloradonma.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20260221T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20260221T130000
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SUMMARY:Those Rocks Are Alive! The Science of Desert Varnish
DESCRIPTION:Dr. Tim Beagley will explore how desert varnish forms\, what it’s made of\, and how it fits the scientific definition of a biofilm. He’ll highlight the research that has helped scientists unravel its origins\, revisit the long-standing debate over its biology\, and discuss the possible ecological roles it may play. The talk will also cover recent studies on the geographic distribution\, classification\, and viability of desert varnish. This presentation is an expanded and updated version of the lecture Dr. Beagley delivered several years ago at Hot Tomato.  \nDr. Beagley earned his PhD in Biology studying the molecular evolution and interactions of animals that make up coral reef ecosystems. He is also a VIP (Volunteers-In-Parks) volunteer at Colorado National Monument\, where he supports National Park Service educational programs.  \nMonument on Tap is a CNMA lecture series that takes the learning out of the park and into the community—supporting local voices\, shared knowledge\, and meaningful connection.  \nPatrick from Chef Shaggy will be hosting a hot dog truck for us! Classic dogs\, chili dogs and Chicago dogs will be for sale. Water and canned soda will also be available. Please come early to order.  \nPlease help support CNMA! Your donation directly supports CNMA programming and helps advance the mission of the National Park Service by providing meaningful special events\, presentations\, and educational opportunities that connect our community to the Colorado National Monument. Donate to CNMA  \nDetails:       \n\nDate: Saturday\, February\, 21\, 2026\n\n\nTime: Arrive at 11:00 am to order food and beverages from Chef Shaggy’s hot dog truck. Lecture will start at 11:30- 12ish (or after everyone has ordered their food.)\n\n\nLocation: Confluence Center – 2596 Dos Rios Drive\, Grand Junction\, CO 81501 \n\n\nRegistration: Please make an RSVP for each attendee. Cost is a suggested $10 donation-Cash donation accepted on site or Donate Here. \n\n 
URL:https://coloradonma.org/event/the-science-of-desert-varnish-those-rocks-are-alive-2-21-2026/
LOCATION:Confluence Center\, 2596 Dos Rios Drive\, grand junction\, CO\, 81507\, United States
CATEGORIES:Monument on Tap Series
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ORGANIZER;CN="Jes Rich":MAILTO:programs@coloradonma.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20251218T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20251218T193000
DTSTAMP:20260503T044245
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SUMMARY:Flash Flooding in the Colorado National Monument
DESCRIPTION:Dramatic thunderstorms and flash floods are nothing new in the Colorado National Monument. In 1978\, a powerful storm sent a surge through No Thoroughfare Canyon that briefly exceeded the flow of the Colorado River and washed out a bridge on Monument Road. Gigi will share historic photos and accounts of major floods from 1921 to 2010\, along with a short discussion of recent thunderstorms and the high flows they produced.  \nGigi Richard is a water scientist and civil engineer with 20+ years of experience studying rivers and watersheds across the West. She has taught at CMU and Fort Lewis College\, helped found regional water centers\, and serves on two water-related boards. She loves gardening\, cooking\, and exploring the Southwest.  \nWe are very excited to partner with Colorado Craft Coffee and Beer House.  For our event\, they have graciously offered 15% off all beverages for CNMA members. They do not have food on the menu\, but all outside food is allowed\, so please feel free to bring your dinner with you! There is some parking in the front and the sides of the building\, but we are allowed to park in the Jimmy John’s parking lot as well.   \nDetails:       \n\nDate: Thursday\, December 18th\,  6:00 pm-7:30 pm  \n\n\nTime: Arrive at 6:00 PM to order a beverage. Lecture will start at 6:30 PM    \n\n\nLocation: Colorado Craft Coffee and Beer House- 1144 N. 12th Street\, Grand Jct.\, CO  \n\n\nRegistration: Please make an RSVP for each attendee.    
URL:https://coloradonma.org/event/flash-flooding-in-the-colorado-national-monument-12-18-2025/
LOCATION:Colorado Craft Coffee and Beer House\, 1144 North 12th Street\, Grand Junction\, CO\, 81501\, United States
CATEGORIES:Monument on Tap Series
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ORGANIZER;CN="Jes Rich":MAILTO:programs@coloradonma.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20251030T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20251030T193000
DTSTAMP:20260503T044245
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SUMMARY:Bats on Tap!
DESCRIPTION:Dan Neubaum\, Wildlife Conservation Biologist with Colorado Parks & Wildlife\, will share his knowledge and the latest data on white-nose syndrome in Colorado\, as well as recent radiotracking work conducted at COLM to investigate fall roost use and discuss how Colorado bats use rock crevices of many shapes and sizes as roosts\, why they like them\, and what we continue to learn. \nDan grew up in Pueblo and earned his B.S. and M.S. in Wildlife Biology from Colorado State University\, focusing on the ecology of bats. After fieldwork across the western U.S. and Australia and eight years with the USGS\, he has spent the past 17 years with Colorado Parks and Wildlife in Grand Junction as a Wildlife Conservation Biologist and Program Manager. When he’s not working with bats and other species of concern\, he’s exploring Colorado’s wild places with his wife and two sons.  \n Monument on Tap is a CNMA lecture series that takes the learning out of the park and into the community—supporting local voices\, shared knowledge\, and meaningful connection.    \nWe are very excited to partner with Colorado Craft Coffee and Beer House. For our event\, they have graciously offered 15% off all beverages for CNMA members. They do not have food on the menu\, but all outside food is allowed\, so please feel free to bring your dinner with you! There is some parking in the front and the sides of the building\, but we are allowed to park in the Jimmy John’s parking lot as well.  \nDetails:      \n\nDate: Thursday\, October 30th 6:00 pm-7:30 pm \n\n\nTime: Arrive at 6:00 PM to order a beverage. Lecture will start at 6:30 PM   \n\n\nLocation: Colorado Craft Coffee and Beer House- 1144 N. 12th Street\, Grand Jct.\, CO \n\n\nRegistration: Please make an RSVP for each attendee.   \n\n 
URL:https://coloradonma.org/event/bats-on-tap-10-30-2025/
LOCATION:Colorado Craft Coffee and Beer House\, 1144 North 12th Street\, Grand Junction\, CO\, 81501\, United States
CATEGORIES:Monument on Tap Series
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ORGANIZER;CN="Jes Rich":MAILTO:programs@coloradonma.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20250917T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20250917T193000
DTSTAMP:20260503T044245
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SUMMARY:Raptors in the Monument
DESCRIPTION:Join Sophie Marxer\, our 2025 Scientist in the Parks Intern share information and experiences while launching the first-ever raptor monitoring program at Colorado National Monument. This raptor monitoring program is aimed to collecting key data on nesting success\, territory locations\, and disturbance impacts. \nSophie Marxer has a background in ecosystem management and hands-on experience with wildlife\, Sophie brings a wealth of knowledge and enthusiasm to this important new effort. This pilot program was funded by the Park Service and Colorado National Monument Association. \nMonument on Tap is a CNMA lecture series that takes the learning out of the park and into the community—supporting local voices\, shared knowledge\, and meaningful connection.   \nWe are very excited to partner with Colorado Craft Coffee and Beer House. For our event\, they have graciously offered 15% off all beverages for CNMA members. They do not have food on the menu\, but all outside food is allowed\, so please feel free to bring your dinner with you! There is some parking in the front and the sides of the building\, but we are allowed to park in the Jimmy John’s parking lot as well. \nDetails:     \n\nDate: Wednesday\, September 17th 6:00 pm-7:30 pm\n\n\nTime: Arrive at 6:00 PM to order a beverage. Lecture will start at 6:30 PM  \n\n\nLocation: Colorado Craft Coffee and Beer House- 1144 N. 12th Street\, Grand Jct.\, CO\n\n\nRegistration: Please make an RSVP for each attendee.  \n\n 
URL:https://coloradonma.org/event/monument-on-tap-raptors-in-the-monument-9-17-2025/
LOCATION:Colorado Craft Coffee and Beer House\, 1144 North 12th Street\, Grand Junction\, CO\, 81501\, United States
CATEGORIES:Monument on Tap Series
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ORGANIZER;CN="Jes Rich":MAILTO:programs@coloradonma.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20250811T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20250811T193000
DTSTAMP:20260503T044245
CREATED:20250717T190216Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250730T034510Z
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SUMMARY:Investigating Insects in the Monument
DESCRIPTION:Ranger Raven holding a grub from the Amazon Rainforest.\n  \nJoin Ranger Raven for an engaging and educational presentation exploring what insects are\, how to identify them\, and learn some of the fascinating insect species found right here in the Monument! \nRanger Raven Patrick completed a Bachelor’s in Biology from CMU back in 2023\, where her work took her all the way from Alaska to the Amazon Rainforest. Recently\, she completed a Master’s in Entomology from the University of Nebraska – Lincoln. When she’s not out looking for bugs\, she spends her free time hanging out at home with her fiancé and two dogs while watching movies\, creating 3D models\, and selling sourdough bread. \nMonument on Tap is a CNMA lecture series that takes the learning out of the park and into the community—supporting local voices\, shared knowledge\, and meaningful connection.  \nDetails:    \n\nDate: Monday 6:00pm- 7:30pm\n\n\nTime: Arrive at 6:00 PM to grab food and a beverage. Lecture will start at 6:30 PM \n\n\nLocation: Base Camp Provisions- 155 N Mulberry Street Fruita\, CO \n\n\nRegistration: Please make an RSVP for each attendee. \n\n  \n 
URL:https://coloradonma.org/event/investigating-insects-in-the-monument-8-11-2025/
LOCATION:Base Camp Provisions\, North Mulberry Street\, Fruita\, CO\, 81521\, United States
CATEGORIES:Monument on Tap Series
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ORGANIZER;CN="Jes Rich":MAILTO:programs@coloradonma.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20250726T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20250726T130000
DTSTAMP:20260503T044245
CREATED:20250611T162008Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250612T162440Z
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SUMMARY:Lichens 101: Life on the Edge
DESCRIPTION: Join microbiologist Cindy Carlson for an engaging and educational presentation exploring the incredible world of lichens. Lichens are a fascinating and complex life form — a symbiotic partnership between a fungus and an alga\, thriving together in some of the planet’s harshest environments.  \nAs part of our Monument on Tap series\, Cindy will share her deep knowledge and a hands-on look at her personal lichen specimen collection. Whether you’re a curious beginner or a seasoned naturalist\, this event will leave you with a newfound appreciation for these often-overlooked organisms.  \nCindy and her husband\, Stan\, have called Grand Junction home for over forty years. A former microbiologist at St. Mary’s Hospital\, Cindy’s interest in plants began while Stan was off fishing—and eventually grew into a passion for lichens. For more than thirty years\, she has been studying and collecting these extraordinary organisms. \nMonument on Tap is a CNMA lecture series that takes the learning out of the park and into the community—supporting local voices\, shared knowledge\, and meaningful connection. \nDetails:   \n\nDate: Saturday\, July 26th\, 2025\n\n\nTime: Arrive at 11:00 AM to grab food and a beverage. Lecture will start at 11:30 AM\n\n\nLocation: Base Camp Provisions- 155 N Mulberry Street Fruita\, CO\n\n\nRegistration: Please make an RSVP for each attendee.\n\n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n 
URL:https://coloradonma.org/event/linchens-101-life-of-the-edge-monument-on-tap-7-26-2025/
LOCATION:Base Camp Provisions\, North Mulberry Street\, Fruita\, CO\, 81521\, United States
CATEGORIES:Monument on Tap Series
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ORGANIZER;CN="Jes Rich":MAILTO:programs@coloradonma.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20240626T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20240626T193000
DTSTAMP:20260503T044245
CREATED:20240223T214746Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240624T213847Z
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SUMMARY:Bullfrogs for Beers: Citizen Science & Bullfrog Eradication in Western Colorado
DESCRIPTION:Join Denita Weeks as she shares her work being done in the community to address the threat of bullfrogs in our backyard. This community-led initiative to address the invasive American Bullfrog issue in western Colorado\, particularly in McInnis Canyon National Conservation Area (MCNCA)\, is a commendable effort that integrates citizen science\, education\, and conservation. \nDenita Weeks\, PhD\, is an Assistant Professor at Colorado Mesa University and active in amphibian conservation on the western slope. She earned her doctoral degree from The University of Memphis where she specialized in disease mitigation strategies for an amphibian fungal disease. Her current project with students and community members involves surveys on native amphibians and the threat presented to them by invasive species and disease.  \n— \nMonument on Tap\, a lecture series that will take the learning out of the park while supporting our local community. Monthly education series to be held on Wednesdays at Copper Club Brewing. \nPlease RSVP – Arrive at 5pm to grab food and a beverage\, lecture starts at 5:30pm
URL:https://coloradonma.org/event/bullfrogs-for-beers-citizen-science-bullfrog-eradication-in-western-colorado/
LOCATION:Copper Club Brewing Company\, 153 N. Mulberry St\, Fruita\, CO\, 81521\, United States
CATEGORIES:Monument on Tap Series,Talks & Presentations
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20240522T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20240522T193000
DTSTAMP:20260503T044245
CREATED:20240223T215322Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240226T193128Z
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SUMMARY:Prehistoric Living Spaces of Western Colorado
DESCRIPTION:This event is a unique opportunity to connect with the ancient roots of Mesa County and Montrose County appreciating the enduring legacy of those who called this region home. We invite you to unearth the findings from these prehistoric sites and discover the captivating stories they tell. \nPresenter Ike Rakiecki is a librarian at Mesa County Libraries who is responsible for the Rashleigh Regional History Room at the Central Library. \nMonument on Tap\, a lecture series that will take the learning out of the park while supporting our local community. Monthly education series to be held on Wednesdays at Copper Club Brewing. \nPlease RSVP – Arrive at 5pm to grab food and a beverage\, lecture starts at 5:30pm
URL:https://coloradonma.org/event/prehistoric-living-spaces-of-western-colorado/
LOCATION:Copper Club Brewing Company\, 153 N. Mulberry St\, Fruita\, CO\, 81521\, United States
CATEGORIES:Monument on Tap Series,Talks & Presentations
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20240424T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20240424T193000
DTSTAMP:20260503T044245
CREATED:20240223T215736Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240226T193346Z
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SUMMARY:Everybody Has Their Faults. Even the Monument.
DESCRIPTION:Come learn about the Redlands Fault and Redlands Monocline\, geologic structures that explain some of landscape within Colorado National Monument. We’ll also chat about the Great Unconformity\, another geological gem hidden away in our CNM rock layers. \nDr. Cassandra Fenton is an Assistant Professor of Geosciences at CMU. She teaches introductory geology courses\, Applied Geochemistry\, Mineralogy\,  and Climate Change Science. \n————————————————————————————————————- \nMonument on Tap\, a lecture series that will take the learning out of the park while supporting our local community. Monthly education series to be held on Wednesdays at Copper Club Brewing. \nPlease RSVP – Arrive at 5pm to grab food and a beverage\, lecture starts at 5:30pm
URL:https://coloradonma.org/event/everybody-has-their-faults-even-the-monument/
LOCATION:Copper Club Brewing Company\, 153 N. Mulberry St\, Fruita\, CO\, 81521\, United States
CATEGORIES:Monument on Tap Series,Talks & Presentations
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20231109T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20231109T190000
DTSTAMP:20260503T044245
CREATED:20230727T221910Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231108T164636Z
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SUMMARY:Ecological Evolution of Colorado National Monument
DESCRIPTION:In 1859\, Charles Darwin provided a great explanation of how species came to exist in their present forms. Even so\, evolution and natural selection are among the most complex of all scientific principles. As we near the 200th anniversary of Darwin’s voyage around the world (1831)\, we will look back at what he observed and said. \nWe will then use this lens to look at life in the monument today. What would Darwin say about Bighorn Sheep?  How can he help us understand about Prickly Pears and Collared Lizards? Finally\, we will look at the components of evolution Darwin didn’t (and couldn’t) understand and apply them to life in the monument. \nTim Beagley earned his PhD in Biology with an emphasis on Molecular Evolution.  He taught Molecular Biology and Microbiology to college students for 37 years. Dr. Beagley now serves as a Volunteer In the Park (VIP) for Colorado National Monument where he assists with the park education programs. \n— \nMonument on Tap\, a new series that will take the learning out of the park while supporting our local community. Monthly education series to be held on Thursdays at local breweries around town. Our 1st group of lectures will be held outdoors at Foam and Folly in downtown Grand Junction. \nPlease RSVP – Arrive at 5pm to grab a beverage\, lecture starts at 5:30pm \n 
URL:https://coloradonma.org/event/monument-on-tap-series/
LOCATION:Foam and Folly Brewing\, 330 S. 2nd Street\, Grand Junction\, CO\, 81501\, United States
CATEGORIES:Monument on Tap Series
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20231012T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20231012T200000
DTSTAMP:20260503T044246
CREATED:20230719T204713Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230915T210607Z
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SUMMARY:Celebrate the Diverse Variety of Plants on the Monument
DESCRIPTION:Western Colorado has an incredible variety of habitats and a wonderful diversity of plants species. This presentation will highlight various botanical projects from throughout western Colorado including floristic studies in McInnis Canyon National Conservation Area\, investigation of a rare sego lily\, and studies of plant diversity in Ouray County. \nStephen Stern has been a professor of biology at Colorado Mesa University since 2011. He enjoys teaching students and the public about the amazing plants of Colorado and beyond. When he is not botanizing\, he enjoys spending time in the amazing landscapes of Colorado on foot\, bike\, or skis. \n— \nMonument on Tap\, a new series that will take the learning out of the park while supporting our local community. Monthly education series to be held on Thursdays at local breweries around town. Our 1st group of lectures will be held outdoors at Foam and Folly in downtown Grand Junction. \nPlease RSVP – Arrive at 6pm to grab a beverage\, lecture starts at 6:30pm
URL:https://coloradonma.org/event/monument-on-tap/
LOCATION:Foam and Folly Brewing\, 330 S. 2nd Street\, Grand Junction\, CO\, 81501\, United States
CATEGORIES:Monument on Tap Series
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20230914T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20230914T190000
DTSTAMP:20260503T044246
CREATED:20230801T204916Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230912T214045Z
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SUMMARY:Colorado's Bats: Values They Provide and Challenges They Present
DESCRIPTION:We’ll discuss the benefits that these species play in the ecosystem\, address some of the challenges that they present when the spaces we share overlap\, and answer questions that you’ve always had an itch to answer about the only mammal who truly flies. \n— \nDan Neubaum  received a B.S. in Wildlife Biology at Colorado State University\, followed by several years of working on field studies throughout the western United States and Australia with bats\, toads\, beaver\, and Tasmanian devils. He returned to earn a M.S. at CSU where his graduate work focused on the roost ecology of big brown bats using summer maternity roosts in anthropogenic structures and winter hibernacula in rock crevices. He spent eight years as a Research Associate working on bats\, beaver\, and greater sagegrouse with the U. S. Geological Survey’s Fort Collins Science Center. \nIn 2008\, He moved to Grand Junction\, CO where he has worked with Colorado Parks and Wildlife as a Wildlife Conservation Biologist\, with a focus on bats\, sage-grouse\, river otters and many other species of conservation concern. Dan has worked with bats for 25 years covering a number of aspects including roosting ecology\, disease transmission\, species inventory and monitoring\, education\, and conservation. He currently serves as the Chair of the Colorado Bat Working Group\, assisted with the creation of the Colorado Bat Matrix\, and served as an editor and author of the second edition of the Colorado Bat Conservation Plan. He also serves as an At-Large Representative on the Western Bat Working Group Board. \n— \nMonument on Tap\, a new series that will take the learning out of the park while supporting our local community. Monthly education series to be held on Thursdays at local breweries around town. Our 1st group of lectures will be held outdoors at Foam and Folly in downtown Grand Junction. \nPlease RSVP – Arrive at 5pm to grab a beverage\, lecture starts at 5:30pm
URL:https://coloradonma.org/event/colorados-bats-values-they-provide-and-challenges-they-present/
LOCATION:Foam and Folly Brewing\, 330 S. 2nd Street\, Grand Junction\, CO\, 81501\, United States
CATEGORIES:Monument on Tap Series
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