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8th Annual Monuments and Canyons Plein Air Event – Call for Entry Open
Join us in western Colorado to paint this beautiful landscape. Submissions now open for the 2024 Monuments and Canyons Plein Air Event.
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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2025 Annual Calendar Contest- Calling all artists and photographers
We are excited to invite you to be part of the 2025 CNMA Calendar. Share your best work for consideration for the Art or Photo calendar, showcasing the beauty of Colorado National Monument.
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Banff Mountain Film Festival 2024 – Grand Junction
The Avalon Theater 645 Main Street, Grand Junction, CO, United StatesWant to see outdoor and adventure inspired films from across the world? Join us for the Banff Mountain Film Festival this February.
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Banff Mountain Film Festival 2024 – Grand Junction
The Avalon Theater 645 Main Street, Grand Junction, CO, United StatesWant to see outdoor and adventure inspired films from across the world? Join us for the Banff Mountain Film Festival this February.
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Banff Mountain Film Festival 2024 – Delta
The Delta Egyptian Theater 452 Main Street, Delta, CO, United StatesWant to see outdoor and adventure inspired films from across the world? Join us for the Banff Mountain Film Festival this February.
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From Canyons to Canvas Art Exhibition Opening Night
The Art Center of Western Colorado 1803 N. 7th Street, Grand Junction, CO, United States'From Canyons to Canvas' showcases the talented artists that have transformed the western Colorado landscapes to refined studio pieces.
A day in the life of a NPS Chief Park Ranger
Saddlehorn Visitor Center 11 Rim Rock Drive, Fruita, CO, United StatesChief Ranger Perrin Pring talks about her career path with the National Park Service, the trainings and capabilities of National Park Service Protection Rangers, and what Colorado National Monument Protection Rangers do. ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Perrin Pring is a Colorado Native. Her National Park Service career started in Rocky Mountain National Park in 2010. Since then her …
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2025 Annual Calendar Contest- Submissions Close
It's the last day to submit to the 2025 Colorado National Monument Association calendar contest. We can't wait to see your work!
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Fossiliferous – The Paleontology of Colorado National Monument
Saddlehorn Visitor Center 11 Rim Rock Drive, Fruita, CO, United StatesJoin paleontologist Austin Shaffer as he travels back in time to the Jurassic Period, when colossal dinosaurs roamed what is now Colorado National Monument. This program will introduce you to some of the fantastic fossils that have been found in the park, including fossil plants and multiple types of dinosaur tracks. ------------------------------ Austin Shaffer is …
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8th Annual Monuments and Canyons Plein Air Event – Submissions Close
Don't miss out! Submissions close for the 2024 Monuments and Canyons Plein Air Event on April 1st, 2024.
Desert Bighorn Sheep Hike
Lower Monument Canyon Trailhead add address, Grand Junction, CO, United StatesJoin Don Regan and Paula Willoughby as they guide you on a hike focused on observing bighorn sheep in their natural habitat. Bighorn sheep are known for their impressive horns and adaptability to rugged terrain, they can be elusive and may blend into their surroundings. Bring binoculars or a spotting scope to enhance your chances …
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Hike Through Geologic Time
Upper Moument Canyon TrailEmbark on a captivating journey through time as you hike through Upper Monument Canyon, unraveling the secrets hidden within the layers of rock that bear witness to 90 million years of Earth's history. This geological marvel, like a time capsule, preserves the story of climate change, ancient environments, and the evolution of life. Join Don …
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