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Colorado National Monument Association
Supporting Colorado's Geologic Gem
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!
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Investigating Insects at the Monument
Devils Kitchen Picnic Shelter 2300 Monument Rd, Grand Junction, CO, United StatesThis walk and talk program dives deep into the invertebrate world around us, and teaches you to be less afraid of the creepy crawlies in your yard. Led by Raven …
Free
West Slope Outdoor Volunteers | Beer Night Fundraiser
Trail Life Brewing 436 Main St, Grand Junction, CO, United StatesJoin us for a Beer Night Fundraiser! See us at Trail Life Brewing, a portion of all beer sales will go directly towards West Slope Outdoor Volunteers.
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How to Cultivate Resiliency Through Hiking
No Thoroughfare Canyon Trail 2300 Monument Rd., Grand Junction, CO, United StatesKarin will guide you to build resiliency skills on the hike and teach you about the benefits of spending time mindfully in the beautiful setting of the Colorado National Monument. …
Free
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Monument on Tap
Colorado’s Bats: Values They Provide and Challenges They Present
Foam and Folly Brewing 330 S. 2nd Street, Grand Junction, CO, United StatesWe'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 …
Free
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CNMA and CCA National Public Lands Day Celebration
James M. Robb Park - Fruita 595 Highway 340, Fruita, United StatesColorado National Monument Association (CNMA) and Colorado Canyons Association (CCA) will co-host a National Public Lands Day Celebration on September 23, 2023 from 7pm-8:30pm at James M. Robb Fruita which …
Free
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Astronomy After Dark Hike
Serpent's TrailAn overview of night sky observing will be presented, including how to identify bright stars, planets, and other objects in the sky.  Interesting scientific information about these objects will be presented.  You …
Free
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2023 Monuments & Canyons Plein Air Event
Colorado National MonumentThe Colorado National Monument Association has invited 24 local, regional, and nationally recognized artists to come and paint at Colorado National Monument, as well as the surrounding BLM National Conservation …
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2023 Monuments & Canyons Plein Air Event
Colorado National MonumentThe Colorado National Monument Association has invited 24 local, regional, and nationally recognized artists to come and paint at Colorado National Monument, as well as the surrounding BLM National Conservation …
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2023 Monuments & Canyons Plein Air Event
Colorado National MonumentThe Colorado National Monument Association has invited 24 local, regional, and nationally recognized artists to come and paint at Colorado National Monument, as well as the surrounding BLM National Conservation …
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Plein Air Group Paint Out
Saddlehorn Visitor Center 11 Rim Rock Drive, Fruita, CO, United StatesCome out to watch the artists create at Saddlehorn Picnic Area, Colorado National Monument from 8am-11am. Learn more about the 2023 Monuments and Canyons Plein Air Event here.
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2023 Monuments & Canyons Plein Air Event
Colorado National MonumentThe Colorado National Monument Association has invited 24 local, regional, and nationally recognized artists to come and paint at Colorado National Monument, as well as the surrounding BLM National Conservation …