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 […]
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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! […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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. […]
Science Connections at The Old Gallery
Join us for a series of informal, natural science-based talks highlighting the Rocky Mountain National Park region! Connecting the public with specialty science, local research, current events, and fascinating creatures, […]
Bettie Course: Wild Basin Waterfall Hike
Create community, get outside, and enjoy the beauty of Rocky Mountain National Park on this hike through Wild Basin- just for women! Click here for more information and to sign […]
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 […]
Kawuneeche Summer Lecture Series
Kawuneeche Valley Summer Lecture Series Higher Ground - The Mountains of Rocky Mountain National Park and their Geology This summer, Rocky Mountain Conservancy is excited to sponsor a series of […]
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 […]
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 […]
Rocky Mountain National Park Butterflies: East of the Divide
A day of exploration and wonder as we explore the butterfly species found in eastern Rocky Mountain National Park. Click here for more information and to sign up! Rocky Mountain […]
Rocky Mountain National Park Butterflies: West of the Divide
A day of exploration and wonder as we explore the butterfly species found in western Rocky Mountain National Park. Click here for more information and to sign up! Rocky Mountain […]
Beginner Birding by Habitat: Montane to Subalpine
Join us for an introductory birding course on the unique species found in a range of Rocky Mountain habitats! Ideal for novice birders. Click here for more information and to […]
Lambs, Calves, and Kits: New Life in Rocky Mountain National Park
Join instructor Dawn Wilson and learn about the new life that spring and early summer bring to Rocky Mountain National Park. Click here for more information and to sign up! […]
Wildflower Photography in Rocky Mountain National Park
Learn to capture the delicate beauty of Rocky Mountain National Park’s infinitely varied wildflowers with expert instructor, Bob Dean. Click here for more information and to sign up! Rocky Mountain […]
Wildflowers of Rocky Mountain National Park – 2 Days
Explore the wonder and diversity of Rocky Mountain National Park’s wildflowers with experienced RMNP interpretive naturalist, Leanne Benton. Click here for more information and to sign up! Rocky Mountain Conservancy […]
Bettie Course: Lake Haiyaha Hike
Create community, get outside, and enjoy the beauty of Rocky Mountain National Park on this hike to stunning Lake Haiyaha - just for women! Click here for more information and […]
Geology of Trail Ridge Road
The foundation of Rocky Mountain National Park's awe-inspiring scenery is its bedrock! Join us to learn about how geology shapes Rocky! Click here for more information and to sign up! […]
Rocky Mountain Landscape Photography: Creating an Artistic Eye
Take your landscape photography to the next level in beautiful Rocky Mountain National Park on this 3-day course with Eli Vega! Click here for more information and to sign up! […]
Science Connections at The Old Gallery
Join us for a series of informal, natural science-based talks highlighting the Rocky Mountain National Park region! Connecting the public with specialty science, local research, current events, and fascinating creatures, […]
Introduction to Alpine Ecosystems – 2 Days
Join us for a fascinating journey into the unique world of Alpine Ecosystems with expert naturalist, Kathy Brazelton! Click here for more information and to sign up! Rocky Mountain Conservancy […]
Families on the Water – Introduction to Fly-Fishing
Rocky Mountain Conservancy invites your family to get on the water for some fly-fishing! Join Sarah, owner of Rambling Ruby Rose Fly-Fishing Guides, in this outdoor exploration experience for children […]
Kawuneeche Summer Lecture Series
Kawuneeche Valley Summer Lecture Series This summer, Rocky Mountain Conservancy is excited to sponsor a series of free, public talks at the Kawuneeche Visitor Center on the west side of […]
iPhone Photography: Capturing Rocky Mountain Magic
Join photographer Dawn Wilson in learning techniques and how to use your phone to capture stunning images of Rocky Mountain National Park! Click here for more information and to sign […]
Cancelled – Bats of Colorado and Rocky Mountain National Park – West
Join us for an unforgettable in-person adventure exploring the fascinating world of bats in Colorado and western Rocky Mountain National Park! This course has been cancelled. We hope you'll join […]
Which Way Do We Go? Maps & Orienteering Kids’ Course
Ready to learn to explore the world around you, without getting lost? This class will show kids how maps work, how to read a legend, and how to create their […]
Bats of Colorado and Rocky Mountain National Park – East
Join us for an unforgettable in-person adventure exploring the fascinating world of bats in Colorado and eastern Rocky Mountain National Park! Click here for more information and to sign up! […]
Cancelled – Who’s Eating Who? Kids’ Course
Who's eating who around here anyway? Curious about which predators are at the top of Rocky Mountain National Park’s food web? In this 3-hour kids' program, we’ll explore Rocky Mountain […]
Edible & Medicinal Plants of Rocky Mountain National Park – East
Join naturalist Leanne Benton for an exploration of the many useful (and a few dangerous) plant species found in Rocky's eastern regions! Click here for more information and to sign […]
Wild Mushrooms & Fungi of Rocky Mountain National Park
The Rocky Mountains are home to unique fungi of all shapes and sizes! Join expert mycologist Jon Sommer to learn more about RMNP's wild fungi Click here for more information […]
Edible & Medicinal Plants of Rocky Mountain National Park – West
Join naturalist Leanne Benton for an exploration of the many useful (and a few dangerous) plant species found in Rocky's western regions! Click here for more information and to sign […]
Bettie Course: Milner Pass Hike
Create community, get outside, and enjoy the beauty of Rocky Mountain National Park on this hike along Milner Pass - just for women! Click here for more information and to […]
Cancelled – Grasses of Rocky Mountain National Park
Learn the common grasses of Rocky Mountain National Park, from sagebrush to the alpine ecosystem! Unfortunately, this course has been cancelled due to instructor availability. We hope you'll join us […]
Bettie Course: Mills Lake Hike
Create community, get outside, and enjoy the beauty of Rocky Mountain National Park on this hike to Mills Lake- just for women! Click here for more information and to sign […]
Science Connections at The Old Gallery
Join us for a series of informal, natural science-based talks highlighting the Rocky Mountain National Park region! Connecting the public with specialty science, local research, current events, and fascinating creatures, […]
Cancelled – Wetland Ecology & Plant Identification in Rocky Mountain National Park
Explore Rocky Mountain National Park's wetland ecosystems with expert instructor, Denise Culver. Unfortunately, this course has been cancelled due to instructor availability. If you're interested in Rocky's wetlands, you'll love […]
Bettie Course: Mills Lake Hike
Create community, get outside, and enjoy the beauty of Rocky Mountain National Park on this hike to Mills Lake- just for women! Click here for more information and to sign […]
“Blackwaters – Brotherhood in the Wild” Film Screening
Join us for two opportunities to screen the award-winning film "Blackwaters - Brotherhood in the Wild" In the Blackwaters film, "Five Black adventurers journey into the Arctic Circle, experiencing conservation […]
Bettie Course: Stream Ecology and Fly-Fishing
Bettie Courses are intended to provide a safe & welcoming opportunity for women to gain confidence in the outdoors. Click here for more information and to sign up! Rocky Mountain […]
Kawuneeche Summer Lecture Series
Kawuneeche Valley Summer Lecture Series This summer, Rocky Mountain Conservancy is excited to sponsor a series of free, public talks at the Kawuneeche Visitor Center on the west side of […]
Mindful Birding: Rocky Mountain Forests
Join instructor Barb Patterson for a day of mindfulness and birding in Rocky Mountain National Park’s Forests. Click here for more information and to sign up! Rocky Mountain Conservancy uses […]
Mindfulness Mini Retreat
Spend a morning connecting with yourself and nature through yoga, hiking, and reflection in Rocky Mountain National Park. Click here for more information and to sign up! Rocky Mountain Conservancy […]
Bettie Course: Milner Pass Hike
Create community, get outside, and enjoy the beauty of Rocky Mountain National Park on this hike along Milner Pass - just for women! Click here for more information and to […]
Sketchbook Journaling: Rocky Mountain National Park in Watercolor
Toss your sketchbook and some simple watercolor tools into your day pack, and explore Rocky Mountain National Park with Karen Ramsay! Click here for more information and to sign up! […]
Bettie Course: Lake Haiyaha Hike
Create community, get outside, and enjoy the beauty of Rocky Mountain National Park on this hike to stunning Lake Haiyaha - just for women! Click here for more information and […]
Night Sky Landscape Photography Workshop
Learn to photograph stars, the Milky Way, the moon and planets using ordinary lenses with accomplished photojournalist Stan Honda! Click here for more information and to sign up! Rocky Mountain […]
Bettie Course: Bierstadt Lake Hike
Create community, get outside, and enjoy the beauty of Rocky Mountain National Park on this hike to Bierstadt Lake- just for women! Click here for more information and to sign […]
Beavers are Back, With a Little Help from Their Friends!
Join us as we explore the return of beavers to RMNP and their role in healthy wetland ecosystems. Click here for more information and to sign up! Rocky Mountain Conservancy […]
Scenic Elk Ecology Tour
A scenic bus tour exploring the drama of the elk rut in Rocky Mountain National Park It’s impossible to ignore the magic of fall in the Rockies! The fall rut […]
Science Connections at The Old Gallery
Join us for a series of informal, natural science-based talks highlighting the Rocky Mountain National Park region! Connecting the public with specialty science, local research, current events, and fascinating creatures, […]
Scenic Elk Ecology Tour
A scenic bus tour exploring the drama of the elk rut in Rocky Mountain National Park It’s impossible to ignore the magic of fall in the Rockies! The fall rut […]
Scenic Elk Ecology Tour
A scenic bus tour exploring the drama of the elk rut in Rocky Mountain National Park It’s impossible to ignore the magic of fall in the Rockies! The fall rut […]
Mindful Birding: Rocky Mountain Wetlands
Join instructor Barb Patterson for a day of mindfulness and birding in Rocky Mountain National Park’s wetlands. Click here for more information and to sign up! Rocky Mountain Conservancy uses […]
Scenic Elk Ecology Tour
A scenic bus tour exploring the drama of the elk rut in Rocky Mountain National Park It’s impossible to ignore the magic of fall in the Rockies! The fall rut […]
Scenic Elk Ecology Tour
A scenic bus tour exploring the drama of the elk rut in Rocky Mountain National Park It’s impossible to ignore the magic of fall in the Rockies! The fall rut […]
Scenic Elk Ecology Tour
A scenic bus tour exploring the drama of the elk rut in Rocky Mountain National Park It’s impossible to ignore the magic of fall in the Rockies! The fall rut […]
Special Presentation: Limber Pine Conservation in Rocky Mountain NP
Join us for a special presentation on one of Rocky's most iconic conifers, the limber pine, and learn how you can help secure its future! Limber pine is a hardy […]
Cancelled – A Season of Beauty and Change – Autumn in Rocky Mountain National Park
Experience the beauty of autumn in Rocky Mountain National Park and learn about how plants and animals prepare for the coming winter. This course has been cancelled. We hope you'll […]
Scenic Elk Ecology Tour
A scenic bus tour exploring the drama of the elk rut in Rocky Mountain National Park It’s impossible to ignore the magic of fall in the Rockies! The fall rut […]
Fall Color Photography in Rocky Mountain National Park
Learn to capture a unique perspective on the spectacular fall colors of RMNP with accomplished nature photographer, Bob Dean! Click here for more information and to sign up! Rocky Mountain […]
National Public Lands Day Volunteer Event
Love public lands? Rocky Mountain Conservancy invites you to spend the day volunteering in Rocky Mountain National Park. To mark National Public Lands Day on Saturday, September 28th, you're invited […]
Scenic Elk Ecology Tour
A scenic bus tour exploring the drama of the elk rut in Rocky Mountain National Park It’s impossible to ignore the magic of fall in the Rockies! The fall rut […]
Scenic Elk Ecology Tour
A scenic bus tour exploring the drama of the elk rut in Rocky Mountain National Park It’s impossible to ignore the magic of fall in the Rockies! The fall rut […]
Scenic Elk Ecology Tour
A scenic bus tour exploring the drama of the elk rut in Rocky Mountain National Park It’s impossible to ignore the magic of fall in the Rockies! The fall rut […]
Volunteer for Limber Pine!
Ready for a challenge? Join us on this intensive volunteer opportunity to plant Limber Pine saplings inside the 2020 wildfire burn areas. Come join us in planting limber pine seedlings! […]
Volunteer for Limber Pine!
Ready for a challenge? Join us on this intensive volunteer opportunity to plant Limber Pine saplings inside the 2020 wildfire burn areas. Come join us in planting limber pine seedlings! […]
Volunteer for Limber Pine!
Ready for a challenge? Join us on this intensive volunteer opportunity to plant Limber Pine saplings inside the 2020 wildfire burn areas. Come join us in planting limber pine seedlings! […]
Volunteer for Limber Pine!
Ready for a challenge? Join us on this intensive volunteer opportunity to plant Limber Pine saplings inside the 2020 wildfire burn areas. Come join us in planting limber pine seedlings! […]
Volunteer for Limber Pine!
Ready for a challenge? Join us on this intensive volunteer opportunity to plant Limber Pine saplings inside the 2020 wildfire burn areas. Come join us in planting limber pine seedlings! […]
Volunteer for Limber Pine!
Ready for a challenge? Join us on this intensive volunteer opportunity to plant Limber Pine saplings inside the 2020 wildfire burn areas. Come join us in planting limber pine seedlings! […]
Volunteer for Limber Pine!
Ready for a challenge? Join us on this intensive volunteer opportunity to plant Limber Pine saplings inside the 2020 wildfire burn areas. Come join us in planting limber pine seedlings! […]
The Kawuneeche Turns White: Discover Opportunities by Traveling Over Snow
The Kawuneeche Valley doesn't go dormant in the winter. In fact, it's quite the opposite! The possibilities for travel and discovery open up for those willing to add snowshoes or […]
Bettie Snowshoe Hike: Bierstadt Lake
Join us for a women’s and femme folks snowshoe adventure to beautiful Bierstadt Lake! Starting from the Bear Lake Trailhead, we’ll traverse snowy forests and gentle slopes, taking in winter’s […]
Introduction to Cross Country Skiing with KMAC
Come join us for a fun-filled day learning the basics of cross country skiing! Whether you're a beginner or just looking to brush up on your skills, this event is […]
2025 Winter Speaker Series
The Winter Speaker Series is back! Rocky Mountain Conservancy (RMC) and Rocky Mountain National Park (RMNP) are excited to announce that our Winter Speaker Series will be back in 2025, […]