Did you know a variety of orchids make their home in and around Rocky Mountain National Park? It's true! Orchids aren't only found in the tropics - they're hiding in plain sight across RMNP and Colorado. In this course, participants will learn about orchid terminology, characteristics of the orchid family, the symbiotic relationship to fungi […]
Come join us to learn about the beautiful early wildflowers blooming in Rocky Mountain National Park! Some of Rocky Mountain National Park's earliest blooms are the loveliest, from tiny alpine forget-me-nots to colorful calypso orchids. We’ll spend the day exploring a variety of wildflower habitats in Rocky Mountain National Park, from high alpine ridges to […]
If you're looking to grow your plant ID skills beyond matching up pictures in a field guide, this program is for you! Learning to use a detailed field guide featuring technical terms to identify native plants can feel overwhelming, but we're here to help! This course will introduce participants to the three major plant groups […]
Experience the vibrant beauty of Rocky Mountain National Park's montane and subalpine wildflowers as they bloom in stunning array. This field-based class will take you through lush meadows and forested slopes, where you'll explore a diverse range of wildflower habitats. Hone your identification skills while learning about the fascinating adaptations these plants use to thrive […]
Immerse yourself in the extraordinary world of alpine wildflowers, where beauty and resilience meet. This field-based class will take you to the windswept tundra of Rocky Mountain National Park, a landscape bursting with vibrant blooms that thrive in one of the harshest environments on Earth. Learn to identify delicate alpine species and discover the incredible […]
Join us to learn about the edible and medicinal plants found in Rocky Mountain National Park! Not only are Rocky’s plants diverse and beautiful, but many species were part of the grocery store and pharmacy of earlier peoples and are still used today. We will explore these edible and medicinal species with a focus on […]
Join us for this exclusive chance to get to know the trees and forests of Rocky Mountain National Park! With hands-on exploration, we'll learn about both the diverse tree species in each area and the wildlife that can be found in each. Climate change and wildfire bring challenges to all of these forests - we'll […]
The riparian communities – willow, aspen and their associated wildlife species – in Moraine and Horseshoe parks have changed greatly since the implementation of the Elk and Vegetation Management Plan began in 2009. We’ll spend some time inside the fences, one of the major components of the Plan, to see those changes first hand, and […]
