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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
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SUMMARY:Desert Bighorn Sheep Hike- RESCHEDULED
DESCRIPTION:Join retired geologist and former park ranger\, Don Regan and retired geologist\, Roger Smith for an unforgettable hike into the heart of desert bighorn sheep territory. Discover these magnificent creatures\, renowned for their powerful horns and incredible ability to thrive in challenging environments.  \n\n\n\nWhile the thrill of spotting bighorn sheep and their lambs is a highlight\, remember that nature operates on its own schedule. This 5-mile\, 4-5 hour strenuous hike offers a chance to immerse yourself in the Monument’s stunning scenery\, regardless of wildlife sightings. Bring binoculars or a spotting scope to maximize your viewing experience\, along with ample water\, snacks\, layers\, and a packed lunch.  \n\n\n\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. \n\n\n\nDetails: \n\n\n\nNote: Hike may be cancelled or postponed due to weather. Park passes are required. Carpooling is encouraged.  \n\n\n\n\nDate & Time: Thursday\, April 9th at 8:30 AM – 1:30 PM\n\n\n\nLocation: Lower Monument Canyon Trailhead:  From the west (Fruita) entrance of the Monument\, turn right onto Highway 340 (going east); after 2.1 miles turn right just beyond mile marker #5 onto a dirt road that appears to be a driveway; go 0.1 mile to the trailhead. Maps can direct you to Lower Monument Canyon Trailhead. \n\n\n\nRegistration: Risk forms must be signed prior to beginning the hike. Cost is a suggested $10 donation- Donate Here. \n\n\n\nDistance: Approximately 5 miles\, plan for a 4–5-hour strenuous hike. \n\n\n\nBring: Water\, snacks\, layers and lunch-We will stop at the base of Independence Monument to eat lunch.\n\n\n\nNote: Hike may be cancelled or postponed due to weather. Park passes are required. Carpooling is encouraged. 
URL:https://coloradonma.org/event/desert-bighorn-sheep-hike-4-2-2026/
LOCATION:Lower Monument Canyon Trailhead\, add address\, Grand Junction\, CO\, 81507\, United States
CATEGORIES:Walks & Talks
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SUMMARY:A Bug's Life
DESCRIPTION:Join Ranger Raven for an engaging and educational Walk & Talk exploring what insects are\, how to identify them\, and learn some of the fascinating insect species found right here in the Monument!  \n\n\n\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.  \n\n\n\nDetails:  \n\n\n\nNote: Hike may be cancelled or postponed due to weather. Park passes are required. Carpooling is encouraged.   \n\n\n\n\nDate & Time: Saturday\, April 18th\, 2026\, 3:00 pm \n\n\n\nLocation: We will meet at the Devils Kitchen Picnic Area to go over some safety regulations. There is a parking lot near the picnic area and parking on Rim Rock Drive near the trailhead. We will hike together over to the No Thoroughfare Trailhead. \n\n\n\nRegistration: Risk forms must be signed prior to beginning the hike. Cost is a suggested $10 donation- Donate Here. \n\n\n\nDistance: Approximately 2 miles\, plan for an 1.5 hour hike.  \n\n\n\nBring: Water\, snacks\, layers\, hat\, and sunscreen. \n\n\n\nNote: Hike may be cancelled or postponed due to weather. Park passes are required. Carpooling is encouraged.  \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n 
URL:https://coloradonma.org/event/a-bugs-life-4-11-2026/
LOCATION:Devils Kitchen Picnic Shelter\, 2300 Monument Rd\, Grand Junction\, CO\, 81507\, United States
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SUMMARY:Nocturne Art at the Monument
DESCRIPTION:Please join our Community Artist in Park\, Cedar Keshet for an evening of exploring nocturne art and sky gazing at Saddlehorn Picnic Area. A moonlit night can bring peaceful quiet and mystery. Both feelings are evoked in nocturnes\, or paintings depicting nightfall lit by the moon\, stars and lamplight.    \n\n\n\nWe will be creating simple nocturne artwork with supplies provided. No previous art skills are required\, just a willingness to have fun and try a new activity.  Cedar Keshet was raised in the desert of southern New Mexico\, where riding horses and sketching the landscape shaped her deep connection to the land. Inspired by the colors\, light\, and vast skies of the west\, she paints both outdoors and in the studio\, using oils.  \n\n\n\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.  \n\n\n\nDetails: \n\n\n\n\nDate & Time :  Friday\, May 1st\, 7:00 pm \n\n\n\nLocation: Saddlehorn Picnic Area   \n\n\n\nRegistration: RSVPs will open April 1st- Risk forms must be signed prior to the event \n\n\n\nCost: Free and open to all – no payment required to participate. Optional Support: If you’d like to support CNMA programming like this\, we suggest a donation of $10 – this is completely optional. \n\n\n\nBring: Headlamps\, (We want to keep it night sky friendly\, no big lights\, please.) Camp chair! Bug spray\, jacket or sweater\, reflective clothing or safety vest\, any portable art supplies you would like\, but not necessary\, dinner or snacks and water.  \n\n\n\n\n Note: Park passes are required. Carpooling is encouraged. The event may be cancelled or postponed due to the weather. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n 
URL:https://coloradonma.org/event/nocturne-art-at-the-monument-05-01-2026/
LOCATION:Saddlehorn Picnic Area\, Saddlehorn\, Fruita\, CO\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Artist in Park
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SUMMARY:Birding the Rimrock of Colorado National Monument 
DESCRIPTION:Join birder and Grand Valley Audubon board member Cary Atwood in listening for and identifying some of the common resident and migratory birds of the Pinyon-Juniper woodlands. We will walk the Alcove Nature Trail and the Canyon Rim trail as the sound and activity of spring birds resonates everywhere. Some of the common birds we might see are: Pinyon Jay\, Woodhouse’s Scrub Jay\, Spotted Towhee\, Black-throated Sparrow\, Common Raven\, White-Throated Swift\, Canyon Wren\, Violet Green Swallow\, Red-tailed Hawk\, and a Turkey Vulture.  \n\n\n\nCary is a longtime resident of Grand Junction and a former teacher who enjoys the many dimensions of the Grand Valley. She is a hiker\, cyclist\, birder\, and adventurer in the Four Corners region. \n\n\n\nDetails:   \n\n\n\n\nDate & Time: Saturday\, May 16th\, 2026\, 7:45 am\n\n\n\n\n\nLocation: We will meet at the Saddlehorn Visitor Center\n\n\n\n\n\nRegistration: Risk forms must be signed prior to beginning the hike.\n\n\n\nCost: Free and open to all – no payment required to participate. Optional Support: If you’d like to support CNMA programming like this\, we suggest a donation of $10 – this is completely optional. Donate Here. \n\n\n\n\n\nDistance: Approximately 2 mile easy hikes- Plan for two hours. \n\n\n\n\n\nBring: Binoculars\, water\, snacks\, layers\, hat\, and sunscreen. \n\n\n\n\n\nNote: Hike may be cancelled or postponed due to weather. Park passes are required. Carpooling is encouraged.  \n\n\n\n\n  \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n  \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n\n\n 
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SUMMARY:Community Artist in Park Meet & Greet
DESCRIPTION:We’re excited to feature Cedar Keshet as our May artist. Stop by the Visitor Center to meet Cedar as she works on a unique piece of art\, which will be donated to CNMA and auctioned to support the National Park Service.  \n\n\n\nCedar Keshet was raised in the desert of southern New Mexico\, where riding horses and sketching the landscape shaped her deep connection to the land. Inspired by the colors\, light\, and vast skies of the West\, she paints both outdoors and\, in the studio\, using oils.  \n\n\n\nDetails:   \n\n\n\n\nDate & Time: Sunday\, May 24th at 10:00 am – 12:00 pm\n\n\n\n\n\nLocation: Saddlehorn Visitor Center \n\n\n\n\n\nRegistration: Not required- Open House\n\n\n\n\n\nCost: Free and open to all – no payment required to participate. Optional Support: If you’d like to support CNMA programming like this\, we suggest a donation of $10 – this is completely optional. DONATE HERE\n\n\n\n\n Note: Park passes are required. Carpooling is encouraged. The event may be cancelled or postponed due to the weather.  \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n 
URL:https://coloradonma.org/event/community-artist-in-park-meet-greet/
LOCATION:Saddlehorn Visitor Center Auditorium\, 11 Rim Rock Drive\, Fruita\, CO\, 81521\, United States
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