Families on the Trail
Join us for a family-friendly morning excursion in Rocky Mountain National Park! We will travel together on the Conservancy bus to various locations within Rocky Mountain National Park, where we're […]
Join us for a family-friendly morning excursion in Rocky Mountain National Park! We will travel together on the Conservancy bus to various locations within Rocky Mountain National Park, where we're […]
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 […]
Join us for a family-friendly morning excursion in Rocky Mountain National Park! We will travel together on the Conservancy bus to various locations within Rocky Mountain National Park, where we're […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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) […]
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 […]
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 […]
Rocky Mountain Conservancy is excited to announce "The Illustrated Journal: Painting and Drawing your Life," led by Donna Lyons, and offered in Grand Lake and the west side of Rocky Mountain National Park! The journal can be a place to rediscover your particular physical spaces and can generate significance and gratitude for the small pleasures […]
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 […]
Join Rocky Mountain Conservancy education staff for some hands-on learning in Rocky Mountain National Park! This after school, exploration based, outdoor education program is for Estes Valley children enrolled in […]