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East Slope Ranger
Programs: June 16 to August 17, 2002 |
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Information in this section is from "High Country Headlines" -- Rocky Mountain National Park Newspaper, June 17 to August 16, 2002 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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Bear Lake Corridor |
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Discovery Hike with a Ranger
Spend a half-day exploring the trails of Rocky with a
park ranger as your guide. Meet at shuttle bus parking area for this moderate 3
- 4 hour hike.
Dream Lake Hike Explore the spectacular glacial landscape and lush
sub-alpine forest near Dream Lake on this moderate 2-mile hike. Meet at the
Bear Lake parking lot for this moderate 2 to 2 1/2 hike.
The Importance of Being a Beaver
Beavers drastically change their environment, and they
have all sorts of neat adaptations to help them do so. Learn all about it and
see their work first hand during this 1½-hour moderate walk at Hollowell
Park.
Bear Lake Stroll
Enjoy an easy walk around a lovely sub-alpine lake and
learn about the natural and human forces that have shaped this landscape. Meet
at Bear Lake parking lot for the easy 1 to 1½ hour
stroll.
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Beaver Meadows |
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Explore with Map and Compass
Learn basic map and compass skills, which will make
your trip into the wilderness more fun and increase your safety. Maps and
compasses are provided on this short hike. Meet at the Upper Beaver Meadows
Trailhead for this 2 1/2-hour activity.
Native Lifestyles
Learn what drew prehistoric peoples, and later Ute and
Arapaho, to the high country. Meet at the Upper Beaver Meadows Trailhead for
this 1-hour walk.
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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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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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Evening Programs |
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An Evening with the
Storyteller 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.
Rocky After Dark Sense the wilderness come alive as
darkness settles over the mountains during this 1½-hour
walk.Reservations required. Each person must be present to make his or her reservation at Moraine Park Museum on the day of the program.
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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Alpine Area |
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Alpine Wildflowers and Stunted Trees
Walk through a stunning alpine area. Discover how
beautiful plants survive hurricane-force winds and arctic temperatures. Dress
warmly and bring wind gear. Meet at the Rainbow Curves and be prepared to
caravan to the walk location. 1½ - 2 hours.
Hike the Divide A strenuous 2-mile 1,000' vertical climb leads to a complex
tundra ecosystem. Experience the aesthetic job of the land above the trees.
Bring warm clothes, rain gear, water and snacks. Meet at the Milner Pass
parking area. 4 hour hike.
Tundra to Trees Hike an ancient trail of the Ute People that leads from
alpine heights down through old growth forest. Meet at the Milner Pass parking
area to carpool for this moderate 4-mile 4-hour hike. Bring warm clothes, rain
gear, water and snacks.
High Country Geology
The park's spectacular scenery represents a chapter in
a long history of geologic events. Join us on this hike over the tundra &
experience the effects of these geologic processes. Meet at the Alpine Visitor
Center flagpole. Bring warm clothes, rain gear, water and snacks for this
3-hour hike.
Tundra Nature Walk
Exhilarate your senses with sweeping alpine views and
miniature wildflower gardens unique to this land above the trees. Dress warmly
and bring wind gear. Meet at the Alpine Visitor Center and be prepared to
caravan to the walk location. 1 1/2 to 2 hours.
Ecology and Geology from
Farview Mountain ecosystems,
river bottom wetlands, 880's fire effects and diverse habitats are seen from
this popular overlook. Meet at the Farview Curve parking lot pullout. 12-30
minute talk.
All About Lighting Learn why lightning can be a
hair-raising experience and find out how to minimize your risk of being struck
by lightning. Meet at the Alpine Visitor Center for this 30-minute
talk.
Glaciers, Granite, and Gophers Find out about the processes, both
large and small, that shaped the mountainous alpine landscape. Meet at the
Alpine Visitor Center for this 30-minute talk.
Pathways to Peaks Discover past efforts and the
current challenges of building and plowing high country roads in arctic-like
conditions. Meet at the Alpine Visitor Center for this 30-minute
talk.
Animal Celebrities of the
Tundra Come discover the animal
"celebrity of the day" and learn about it high altitude lifestyle. Meet at the
Alpine Visitor Center for this 30-minute talk.
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Lumpy Ridge |
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Birds of Lumpy Ridge
Join a park ranger to search a favorite birding area
for a wide variety of birds-of-prey, songbirds and woodpeckers. Bring
binoculars and field guide. Meet at the Twin Owls Parking Lot for this 3-hour
walk. Bring water and snacks.
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Fall River/Horseshoe Park |
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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 of 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.
Skins and Skulls Want to pet an elk? Cuddle up to a
bear? Are you crazy? That's not safe! But come to the Fall River Visitor Center
and you can feel skins and skulls while asking a ranger all your questions
about park wildlife. 20 to 30 minute talk.
Become a Naturalist
Learn to read the woods like a naturalist and get in
touch with your inner park ranger on this relaxing 1½ - 2 hour walk.
Meet at the West Horseshoe Parking Lot.
Cougar, Ghost of the Mountains Learn about the secret life of
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 for this
30-minute 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 in this 30-minute
talk.
A Changing Landscape Discover how a mighty flood shaped
the landscape. Meet at the second (west) parking lot of the Alluvial Fan for
this 1 to 1½ hour walk.
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Lily Lake Area |
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Lily Lake Discovery Walk Where have all the lilies gone? Come
and find out while exploring the unique nature and historical aspects of this
wonderful area. Meet at Lily Lake parking area for this 1 to 1½-hour
stroll.
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 Area for this easy 1½-hour
walk.
Rocky's Wild Weather
Rocky's weather ranges from sunny skies to lightning
and blizzards. Find out more about the park's changing weather at the Lily Lake
Visitor Center.
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Wild Basin |
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Discovery Hike with a Ranger
Spend a half-day exploring the trails of Rocky with a
park ranger as your guide. Meet at the Wild Basin trailhead, prepared for a
moderate hike 3 to 4 hour hike.
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