Wildflower Photography in Rocky Mountain National Park – CANCELLED

Unfortunately, this class has been cancelled. For a similar program, please consider our Macro Photography course, offered on August 25 and 26, 2023. Learn to capture the delicate beauty of Rocky Mountain National Park’s infinitely varied wildflowers with expert photography instructor, Bob Dean. The creation of beautiful, strong images is a combination of art and […]

Edible & Medicinal Plants of Rocky Mountain National Park

Join naturalist Leanne Benton for an exploration of the many useful (and a few dangerous) plant species found throughout Rocky Mountain National Park! Not only are Rocky's plants diverse and beautiful, but many species have been part of the grocery store and pharmacy of earlier peoples, and are still used today. We will explore these […]

Wild Mushrooms & Fungi of Rocky Mountain National Park – Course Full

Rocky Mountain National Park is home to unique fungi of all shapes and sizes! Join noted mycologist Jon Sommer to learn more about Rocky’s wide variety of wild mushrooms. This course has sold out, but you can join the wait list and we'll let you know if a spot opens up. Click on the "Join […]

Geology of the Fall River & Big Thompson Valleys

Curious about how the interaction between rock and water has shaped the eastern side of Rocky Mountain National Park? Join noted geologist David Lindsey for this informative exploration of the Fall River and Big Thompson Valleys! Entering Rocky Mountain National Park along the Fall River corridor, we will travel together up the famous Trail Ridge […]

Mindfulness Mini Retreats & Guided Hikes

Spend a day connecting with yourself and nature through yoga, hiking, guided meditation and journaling in Rocky Mountain National Park. Estes Park Yoga and the Rocky Mountain Conservancy are excited to offer this series of mini retreats in gorgeous Rocky Mountain National Park. We will begin with an hour of yoga practice (all abilities welcome) […]

Night Sky Landscape Photography – 2 spots open!

Learn to photograph stars, the Milky Way, the moon and planets with foreground landscape features using digital cameras with ordinary lenses with accomplished photojournalist Stan Honda! Participants in this three 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 […]

Macro Photography in Rocky Mountain National Park

Zoom in! Learn to create intricate, detailed images of the tiny wonders found in Rocky Mountain National Park with instructor Bob Dean. In this two-part course, students will learn to capture dramatic images of the small world. Instructor Bob Dean will lead participants through a virtual classroom discussion of macro photography skills and techniques on […]

Sketchbook Journaling: RMNP Autumn in Watercolor

Toss your sketchbook and some simple watercolor tools into your day pack, and explore Rocky Mountain National Park with instructor Karen Ramsay! Through instruction, demonstrations and free exploration time, you will be able to capture the beauty around you. During the morning in the classroom, participants will learn (or sharpen) some basic sketching and observation […]

Exploring the Ecosystems and Wildlife of Rocky Mountain National Park

Rocky Mountain National Park is host to a diverse range of unique ecosystems, from sunny montane meadows to windswept tundra expanses. Get to know each special place up close with us! When you think about Rocky, do you dream of marmots on the wide open tundra? Or the quiet of steep conifer forests? Or trout-filled […]

Science Connections with Derrick Taff

Join Rocky Mountain Conservancy for this engaging lecture series at The Old Gallery in Allenspark! Connecting specialty science, local research, current events and fascinating topics to the public, the Rocky Mountain Conservancy is eager to collaborate with the Old Gallery to present Science Connections. An extension of the Conservancy Field Institute, this speaker series connects […]

Women of Rocky History Tour

Join Rocky Mountain Conservancy on a unique educational experience by bus! Participants will venture throughout the Estes Valley and Rocky Mountain National Park to walk in the footsteps of magnificent women who homesteaded and visited the area. This program will include the stories and impacts of European homesteading women including Isabella Bird, Anna Wolfrom Dove, […]

Women of Rocky History Tour

Join Rocky Mountain Conservancy on a unique educational experience by bus! Participants will venture throughout the Estes Valley and Rocky Mountain National Park to walk in the footsteps of magnificent women who homesteaded and visited the area. This program will include the stories and impacts of European homesteading women including Isabella Bird, Anna Wolfrom Dove, […]

Bettie Course: Mills Lake Guided Hike – Winter Preparedness

Estes Park Visitor Cener 691 N St Vrain Ave, Estes Park, CO, United States

This Bettie Course is offered to women, and individuals that identify as women. This experience is an introduction to winter recreational activities. If you're new to exploring the outdoors in the winter, this is the course for you! We'll share tips and guidelines for preparing for a winter hike in RMNP, then travel together to […]

2024 Winter Speaker Series

Join us at 2:00pm on the 1st and 3rd Sundays of each month in January, February, March, and April to learn from park staff and other experts as they cover a wide range of topics related to Rocky Mountain National Park (RMNP) and the surrounding region. Talks will be held in the Beaver Meadows Visitor […]

2024 Winter Speaker Series

Join us at 2:00pm on the 1st and 3rd Sundays of each month in January, February, March, and April to learn from park staff and other experts as they cover a wide range of topics related to Rocky Mountain National Park (RMNP) and the surrounding region. Talks will be held in the Beaver Meadows Visitor […]

2024 Winter Speaker Series

Join us at 2:00pm on the 1st and 3rd Sundays of each month in January, February, March, and April to learn from park staff and other experts as they cover a wide range of topics related to Rocky Mountain National Park (RMNP) and the surrounding region. Talks will be held in the Beaver Meadows Visitor […]

2024 Winter Speaker Series

Join us at 2:00pm on the 1st and 3rd Sundays of each month in January, February, March, and April to learn from park staff and other experts as they cover a wide range of topics related to Rocky Mountain National Park (RMNP) and the surrounding region. Talks will be held in the Beaver Meadows Visitor […]

2024 Winter Speaker Series

Join us at 2:00pm on the 1st and 3rd Sundays of each month in January, February, March, and April to learn from park staff and other experts as they cover a wide range of topics related to Rocky Mountain National Park (RMNP) and the surrounding region. Talks will be held in the Beaver Meadows Visitor […]

2024 Winter Speaker Series

Join us at 2:00pm on the 1st and 3rd Sundays of each month in January, February, March, and April to learn from park staff and other experts as they cover a wide range of topics related to Rocky Mountain National Park (RMNP) and the surrounding region. Talks will be held in the Beaver Meadows Visitor […]

2024 Winter Speaker Series

Join us at 2:00pm on the 1st and 3rd Sundays of each month in January, February, March, and April to learn from park staff and other experts as they cover a wide range of topics related to Rocky Mountain National Park (RMNP) and the surrounding region. Talks will be held in the Beaver Meadows Visitor […]

Rocky Mountain Raptors

Join us for an engaging educational experience on the majestic raptors of the Rockies and witness their breathtaking beauty and power. Click here for more information and to sign up! Rocky Mountain Conservancy uses the Eventbrite platform to manage our registrations. Please click the link above to visit our Eventbrite page for this course.

Meeting CO State Standards like a Naturalist: Continuing Ed for Teachers

Join veteran educator and naturalist Steve Johnson to learn how to bring a naturalist's hands-on approach to your classroom instruction. Click here for more information and to sign up! Rocky Mountain Conservancy uses the Eventbrite platform to manage our registrations. Please click the link above to visit our Eventbrite page for this course.

Native Orchids of Rocky Mountain National Park

Join expert author and instructor Marlene Borneman for a day-long educational outing exploring the unique orchids of the Rocky Mountains! Click here for more information and to sign up! Rocky Mountain Conservancy uses the Eventbrite platform to manage our registrations. Please click the link above to visit our Eventbrite page for this course.

Early Wildflowers of Rocky Mountain National Park

Join Conservancy instructor Leanne Benton for an exploration of the early season wildflowers across Rocky Mountain National Park. Click here for more information and to sign up! Rocky Mountain Conservancy uses the Eventbrite platform to manage our registrations. Please click the link above to visit our Eventbrite page for this course.

Cancelled – Change in the Kawuneeche Valley

Curious about the different plants that make their home on the west side of RMNP? Join us to learn more about these special plant species! This event has been cancelled. Check out our other programs on the west side of the park here: Grand Lake and West Side Programs Rocky Mountain Conservancy uses the Eventbrite […]

Bears of North America and Rocky Mountain National Park

Veteran naturalist and wildlife photographer Perry Conway presents an in-depth course on North American bear ecology! Click here for more information and to sign up! Rocky Mountain Conservancy uses the Eventbrite platform to manage our registrations. Please click the link above to visit our Eventbrite page for this course.

Connecting Elevation to CO State Standards: Continuing Ed for Teachers

Master educator and naturalist Steve Johnson leads this course for teachers on connecting CO's life zones to changes in elevation in RMNP. Click here for more information and to sign up! Rocky Mountain Conservancy uses the Eventbrite platform to manage our registrations. Please click the link above to visit our Eventbrite page for this course.

Go Outside and Paint! An Introduction to Plein Air Painting

Interested in plein air painting or drawing, but don't know how to move from the studio to the outdoors? This course is for you! Click here for more information and to sign up! Rocky Mountain Conservancy uses the Eventbrite platform to manage our registrations. Please click the link above to visit our Eventbrite page for […]