Join us for a beautiful forest hike to one of our favorite lakes in Rocky Mountain National Park! Join us for a hike to Bierstadt Lake! This trail takes you up the Bierstadt Moraine Trail to Bierstadt Lake. The views from the lakeshore are spectacular. You'll be able to see several mountain peaks in the […]
Explore the incredible world of mushrooms in this introductory-level course in Rocky Mountain National Park. This class features a two-hour lecture covering the basics of fungal biology, ecology, and identification, followed by a guided field foray to observe mushrooms in their natural habitats. This program focuses on appreciating fungi rather than foraging, making it perfect […]
If you've ever been curious about the natural forces that sculpted Rocky's dramatic landscapes, this course is for you! Participants in this full-day course will travel up the famous Trail Ridge Road, stopping at popular overlooks to view and discuss the geology of Rocky Mountain National Park. You will have a chance to examine ancient […]
Learn how to snap stunning landscapes, set up your camera on the fly, and be in the right place at the right time for amazing shots! Landscape photography blends the joys of photography and hiking into one adventure-filled outing. This two-day course will take a look at how to plan landscape destinations, how to predict […]
Join us for a hike to gorgeous Black Lake in Rocky Mountain National Park! Join us for a women's hike to Black Lake! The hike will take you past Alberta Falls, Mills Lake and Jewel Lake on your way out to the stunning setting of Black Lake. Distance and Elevation Gain: This hike is about […]
This course has been cancelled. Are you ready to get your feet wet? This two-day course begins with an in-the-field introduction to stream ecology, followed by an afternoon introduction to fly-fishing techniques. The goal of Day One is to provide a holistic understanding of waterways, where to find fish, and the essential gear and techniques […]
Join us for a women's hike across the alpine tundra in Rocky Mountain National Park! Join us for a women's hike to Milner Pass from Alpine Visitor Center! The hike will take you on a journey above treeline, enjoying views into the pristine Forest Canyon before dropping into treeline to Poudre Lakes and Milner Pass. […]
Whether you're just beginning to sketch or have been painting for years, this two-day workshop will help you develop your skills and feel more confident sketching and painting outdoors! Through instruction, demonstrations, and free exploration time, participants will learn to capture the beauty around us. During our morning time in the classroom, participants will learn […]
Learn how to take amazing photos with just your smartphone at our fun and interactive workshop! Smartphone photography is probably the most common way people document their time in Rocky Mountain National Park, and smartphones are easy-to-use and are full of technical features that can improve your images. But having that technology in your hand […]
After decades of near-absence in much of Rocky Mountain National Park, beaver are reclaiming their key role in the ecology of the park’s streams! In this course, we'll discuss the return of beavers to RMNP, as well as beaver ecology and the interrelationships with elk, moose, birds, and fish. We will also discuss what we […]
Participants in this 3-day course will learn about image composition, how to place subjects in the frame, and how to tell a story with their images. Instructor Stan Honda will teach participants how to take a naturalistic approach to their photography and how to use foreground objects, like trees or geological formations, to enhance compositions […]
Hit the snowy trails together for a group hike to spectacular views on Deer Mountain! Discover the serene winter beauty of Deer Mountain on this challenging winter hike! This guided trek will venture up the Deer Mountain Trail, where the climb rewards you with sweeping vistas of Longs Peak, Upper Beaver Meadows, Moraine Park, and […]
Hit the snowy trails together for a fun hike on the Fern Lake Trail to the Pool! Enjoy a scenic winter hike along the Fern Lake Trail, following the winding Big Thompson River through a peaceful, snow-covered landscape. This 5-mile hike features about 600 feet of elevation gain and loss, with gentle climbs and descents […]
