Colorado National Monument Association

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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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A day in the life of a NPS Chief Park Ranger

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

Chief 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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Fossiliferous – The Paleontology of Colorado National Monument

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

Join 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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Desert Bighorn Sheep Hike

Lower Monument Canyon Trailhead add address, Grand Junction, CO, United States

Join 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 Trail

Embark 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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Aprende sobre el trabajo en roca en Colorado National Monument

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

Hola todos! Mi nombre es Beverly y me uní al equipo del Colorado National Monument en el 2022 para hacer una pasantía en mampostería, que es el trabajo en piedra. Después de dejar el estado de Tejas para cambiar mi rubro laboral, descubrí la Preservación Histórica y he disfrutado poder ampliar mi conocimiento en esta …

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Everybody Has Their Faults. Even the Monument.

Copper Club Brewing Company 153 N. Mulberry St, Fruita, CO, United States

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. Dr. Cassandra Fenton is an Assistant Professor of Geosciences at CMU. She teaches introductory geology courses, Applied Geochemistry, …

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Hike Through Geologic Time

Upper Moument Canyon Trail

Embark 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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Desert Bighorn Sheep Hike

Lower Monument Canyon Trailhead add address, Grand Junction, CO, United States

Join 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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Lizards and Stories and Art, Oh My!

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

Calling all young nature enthusiasts and budding artists! Join us for a delightful adventure that combines the joy of lizards, fun stories, a lizard-spotting hike, and the excitement of creating your very own lizard artwork!   Class Notes: Kids of all ages welcome; parents are required to stay with children at all times. Bring hiking …

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