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East Slope Ranger
Programs: June 15 to August 16, 2003 |
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Information in this section is from "High Country Headlines" -- Rocky Mountain National Park Newspaper, June 15 to August 16, 2003 edition. "High Country Headlines" is available at Rocky Mountain National Park Entrances and Visitor Centers. This edition should be available on June 15 or 16. |
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East Slope Events:
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Children's Programs |
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Tales for Tots (and Bigger Kids
too!) Puppets,
stories, games and fun! Nature comes alive in this 30 - 45 minute program. A
different program each day. Meet at the Fall River Visitor Center.
Kid's Adventure Join us for a nature adventure with us! Kids ages 6-10 (and
their parents) should meet at the Glacier Basin Campground Amphitheater for
this 1 to 1½ hour program.
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Evening Programs |
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Storyteller Nights The magic and mystery of the natural
world is brought alive through stories. Meet at Glacier Basin or Moraine Park
campground amphitheaters as indicated. 3/4 - 1 hour.
Beaver Meadows Visitor Center Evening
Program Enjoy a wide variety of
informative and entertaining programs. Meet in the auditorium downstairs. Check
at visitor centers and campgrounds for nightly topics. 3/4 - 1 hour.
Aspenglen Campground Campfire
Program Enjoy a wide variety of
informative and entertaining programs. Meet at the outdoor amphitheater and
wear warm clothing. Check visitor centers and campgrounds for nightly topics.
3/4 - 1 hour.
Glacier Basin Campground Campfire
Program Enjoy a wide variety of
informative and entertaining programs. Meet at the outdoor amphitheater and
wear warm clothing. Check visitor centers and campgrounds for nightly topics.
3/4 - 1 hour.
Moraine Park Campground Campfire
Program Enjoy a wide variety of
informative and entertaining programs. Meet at the outdoor amphitheater and
wear warm clothing. Check visitor centers and campgrounds for nightly topics.
3/4 - 1 hour.
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Waterfalls, Wildflowers and Wildfires
Abundant flowers and waterfalls can be found along
this 5.6 mile hike through a forest shaped by fire. Meet at the Wild Basin
trailhead parking lot for this moderate to strenuous hike. 3 to 4
hours.
Exploring with Map and Compass
Learn map and compass skills which will make your
trips into the wilderness safer and more fun. Meet at the end of the Upper
Beaver Meadows road. Maps and compasses provided.
Becoming a Naturalist
Learn to read the woods like a naturalist and get in
touch with your inner par ranger on this relaxing walk. Meet at the end of the
Upper Beaver Meadows Road.
Moraine Mysteries Learn how glaciers shaped the
beautiful landscape of the Rocky Mountains with Moraine Park as your classroom.
Meet at the Moraine Park Museum. 30 minute talk
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History |
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A Walk Through Time
Find out what is was like to stay in a grand old hotel
as you explore the foundations of Horseshoe Inn. Meet at West Horseshoe Park
parking lot. 1.5 to 2 hour walk
Pathways to Peaks
Fall River Road…Trail Ridge Road…lead you
into the park's high country. Learn the history and hard work behind building
and maintain them. Meet at the Beaver Meadows Visitor Center. 30 minute
talk.
Native Lifestyles
Learn what drew prehistoric peoples, and later Ute and
Arapaho, to the high country. Meet at the Upper Beaver Meadows trailhead. 1
hour walk.
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Junior Ranger Program |
| Free junior ranger books are available at park visitor centers in English and Spanish. A successful completed book earns you a badge. Click here for more information. |
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Photography Programs by Kodak |
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Lily Lake Photo Walk Discover how to produce outstanding
photographs on this scenic and easy 1/2 to 1 mile stroll. Meet at the Lily Lake
parking lot.
Flowers, Forest and Fields Photo Walk
The varied habitats of Moraine Park offers the perfect
setting to learn diverse photo techniques. Meet at the Club Lake trailhead. 1.5
to 2 hour walk.
Alpine Photo Walk
Explore the expansive views and miniature flowers of
the alpine world with a camera. Bring sunglasses, sunscreen and warm clothing.
Moderate to strenuous due to high elevations. Meet outside the Alpine Visitor
Center. 1.5 to 2 hour walk.
10 Tips to Improve Your
Pictures All skill levels are
welcome for this talk on outdoor photography. Meet at designated visitors
center as indicated.Sunday: Glacier Basin Camp Ground Monday: Alpine Visitor Center Tuesday: Aspenglen Camp Ground Friday: Lily Lake Visitor Center Saturday: Moraine Park Camp Ground
Photography Evening Slide
Shows Presented by
Kodak representative, this program focuses on techniques to produce memorable
photos and the impact of early day photographers on creation of the national
parks. Meet at the designated campground or visitor center. 45
minutes.Sunday: Glacier Basin Camp Ground Thursday: Aspenglen Camp Ground Friday: Beaver Meadows Visitor Center (Starts 7/4) Saturday: Moraine Park Camp Ground
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Plants |
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Moraine Park Nature Walk
Discover the special forces that created Moraine Park
landscape. Meet at the Moraine Park Museum for this easy walk. 1
hour.
Lily Lake Wildflower Walk Take time to stop and smell the
roses, and enjoy learning about the variety of flowers blooming this season.
Meet at the Lily Lake parking lot for this easy walk. 1.5 hours.
Among the Aspen Walk beneath the bright blue Colorado skies, discovering the
magic and mystery of Aspen groves. Learn how quaking aspens support more
wildlife than any other western forest. Meet at the West Horseshoe Park parking
lot. 1.5 to 2 hours.
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Art in the Paradise
Glimpse this beautiful place through the eyes and
creative works of an Artist-in-Residence — Painters, musicians, writers,
photographers. Meet at the Moraine Park Museum. 45 to 60 minute
program.
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Hummingbirds to Eagles
Red-wing blackbirds live here, and so do magpies.
Birders of all levels will discover an excellent spot for birding. Bring
binoculars and a field guide. Meet at the Cub Lake trailhead. 1.5 to 2 hour
walk.
Birding for Beginners
Is the extent of your birding skills being able to
tell a robin from a chicken? Come see what all the fuss is with birding - one
of the most popular outdoor activities ever - and discover why birding isn't
just for the birds. Meet at the West Alluvial Fan Parking Area for this
1½-hours walk.
Wildlife in Horseshoe Park Bighorn, coyotes and elk! Oh, my!
Learn how these animals interact in beautiful Horseshoe Park. Meet at sheep
Lakes Information Kiosk for this 1/2 to 3/4 hour talk.
Bear Necessities The bear went over the mountain, the
bear went over the mountain… to see this terrific program! Learn all about
black bears at the Fall River Visitor Center. 30 minute talk
Secret Lives of Bats The park's only flying mammal keeps
the insect population at bay and can be found in surprising places. Meet at the
Moraine Park Museum. 20 - 30 minute talk.
Mountain Lion Lore Learn about the secret life of the
elusive mountain lion, the role these wild cats play at Rocky, and what to do
if you meet one on the trail. Meet at the Fall River Visitor Center. 30 minute
talk.
The Importance of being a Beaver
Beavers drastically change their environment, and they
have all sorts of neat adaptations to do so. To see their work first had, meet
at Hollowell Park parking lot. 1.5 hour (short) walk.
Skins and skulls Want to pet an elk? Cuddle up to a
bear? Are you crazy? That's not safe! Come to Beaver Meadows Visitor Center and
you can feel skins and skulls while hearing about park wildlife. 20 to 30
minute talk.
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