Rocky Mountain National Park: a unique classroom without walls
The Rocky Mountain Conservancy Field Institute program is committed to educating the public through an atmosphere of personal engagement with talented instructors who will expose you to the grandeur of the Rockies like never before.
Most classes are field-based, hands-on learning experiences in Rocky Mountain National Park. A wide range of topics are available, including wildflowers, mammals, birds, cultural history, outdoor skills, photography, painting and writing. Many of our classes fill up, so register early!
Most classes and tours can be customized for a family or group. Call 970-586-3262 for more information.
Featured classes
Journey to the Top! A Trail Ridge Road Bus Adventure
One of the premier attractions of Rocky Mountain National Park is Trail Ridge Road, the nation’s highest continuous paved highway. Trail Ridge Road meanders through various life zones on its way through the park and over one of the largest, most pristine stretches of alpine tundra in the lower 48 states. Participants receive a unique […]
NEW! Wildlife of Rocky: An Educational Adventure by Bus
Whether you’re gazing skyward through conifer branches or peering down into valleys below, Rocky Mountain National Park is a beautiful and curious place teeming with wild life. Often when visiting the mountains, we allow ourselves to be swept up by the high-country views and forget about the inhabitants that make this area so unique. In […]
Night Sky Landscape Photography
Don’t put your camera away after the sun sets! There’s a whole different park to photograph when the stars come out, and you don’t need a telescope. Learn various techniques and camera settings useful to photograph the Milky Way, the moon, the stars and other objects in the night sky using digital cameras and standard […]
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