Rocky Mountain National Park -- West Slope Ranger Programs: June 16 to August 17, 2002

West Slope Ranger Programs:
June 15 to August 16, 2003

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.

West Slope Events: Children's Programs Evening Programs Talks and Activities Walks and Hikes
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Children's Programs

Web Walkers

Explore a section of the Colorado River. Activities are designed for children 6 - 12 years old. Meet at Coyote Valley trailhead. 1-hour activity.

Sun	Mon	Tues	Wed	Thurs	Fri	Sat
10:00 am	10:00 am
Program starts 6/22

Making Sense of Animal Senses

Do you know which animals tastes food with its feet? Smells with it tongue? Hears with its knees? Join a ranger to discover the amazing senses of Rocky's animals. Meet at Holzwarth Historic Site parking lot. 1 to 1.5 hours.

Sun	Mon	Tues	Wed	Thurs	Fri	Sat
			10:00 am

A Walk Backwards

Step back in time and experience life on a 1920's dude ranch — chores, games, period costumes. For children 6 to 12. Registration required at Kawuneeche Visitor Center. Meet at the Holzwarth Historic Site parking lot.

Sun	Mon	Tues	Wed	Thurs	Fri	Sat
					9:45 am

Evening Programs

Old Ranch Campfire Stories

Roasting marshmallows (you bring 'em), tall tales (we tell 'em) and campfire songs (we'll all sing 'em) bring back the old days. Dress warmly and meet the old wrangler at Holzwarth Historic Site parking area. 2 hours, 1 mile walk.

Sun	Mon	Tues	Wed	Thurs	Fri	Sat
					7:00 pm

Saturday Night in the Park

Enjoy a Saturday evening program in the auditorium at the Kawuneeche Visitor Center. For a description of topics, inquire at the front desk. 1 hour.

Sun	Mon	Tues	Wed	Thurs	Fri	Sat
						7:00 pm

Walk into Twilight

Take the family on a leisurely stroll as darkness, night sounds and wildlife fill the valley. Bring warm clothes and a flashlight. Meet at the Onahu Creek trailhead. 2 hour walk.

Sun	Mon	Tues	Wed	Thurs	Fri	Sat
		8:00 pm				8:00 pm

Celestial Wilderness

Explore the universe and the astronomy of Rocky's night sky. meet at Harbison Meadow parking area. 1 to 1.5 hours.

Sun	Mon	Tues	Wed	Thurs	Fri	Sat
				9:00 (June) 845 (July) 8:30 (August)

Timber Creek Campfire Program

Slide presentation nightly at Timber Creek Campground. Check at the campground or Kawuneeched Visitor Center for topics. 1 hour.

Sun	Mon	Tues	Wed	Thurs	Fri	Sat
9:00	9:00	9:00	9:00	9:00	9:00	9:00
8:45 from 7/13 to 8/16

Talks and Activities

Ranger's Flyfishing School

Learn about the park's fish management program, stream ecology and fly casting. Bring your fly fishing gear or borrow the ranger's. Meet at Timber Creek Campground Amphitheater. 3 hours.

Sun	Mon	Tues	Wed	Thurs	Fri	Sat
	8:30 am				8:30 am

Holzwarth Trout Lodge

Buildings are open 10:00 am - 4:00 pm daily. Discuss early settlement with a guide. This is a great family event!

Sun	Mon	Tues	Wed	Thurs	Fri	Sat
10:00 am to 4:00 pm	10:00 am to 4:00 pm	10:00 am to 4:00 pm	10:00 am to 4:00 pm	10:00 am to 4:00 pm	10:00 am to 4:00 pm	10:00 am to 4:00 pm

Geology from Farview

Learn about park rock formations, volcanoes and glaciers during this roadside talk. Meet at the Farview Curve parking lot. 15 to 30 minutes.

Sun	Mon	Tues	Wed	Thurs	Fri	Sat
	11:00 am		11:00 am

Skins and Things

Examine the skins, skulls, antlers, teeth and bones of many Park Mammals. Drop in anytime during the program. Meet at Kawuneeche Visitor Center. 40 minute activity.

Sun	Mon	Tues	Wed	Thurs	Fri	Sat
2:30 pm	2:30 pm	2:30 pm	2:30 pm	2:30 pm	2:30 pm	2:30 pm

Exploring with a Camera

Join a ranger for a photography walk. Focus on the fundamentals of composition and light, and basic tips on improving your pictures. Meet at the Timber Lake trailhead. 1 to 1.5 hour activity.

Sun	Mon	Tues	Wed	Thurs	Fri	Sat
				3:00 pm
Ends 8/7

Walks and Hikes

High Country Birding

Enjoy a 1-mile bird walk across meadow and woodland habitats. Bring a field guide and binoculars. Meet at the Holzwarth Historic Site parking area. 1 to 1½ hours.

Sun	Mon	Tues	Wed	Thurs	Fri	Sat
		7:30 am				7:30 am
Program ends 8/2

Hike the Historic Colorado

Walk a section of the old wagon road in the Kawuneeche Valley. Learn about mining, homesteading, trapping and early dude ranching. Meet at the Colorado River trailhead. 3 hour hike, 3 miles.

Sun	Mon	Tues	Wed	Thurs	Fri	Sat
9:00 am					9:00 am
Program ends 8/2

Cross-Country to Chickaree

View this seldom-seen lake on a moderate, half-day, off-trail hike. Wear good boots. Bring water, rain gear and a snack. Meet at the Onahu Creek trailhead. 4-hour hike.

Sun	Mon	Tues	Wed	Thurs	Fri	Sat
9:00 am					9:00 am
Starts 6/29

Mountain Wildflowers

Lovely montane flowers have unusual modes of adaptation to this complex habitat. Meet at the Kawuneeche Visitor Center flagpole for directions to this week's flower display. 2 hour walk.

Sun	Mon	Tues	Wed	Thurs	Fri	Sat
		10:00 am				10:00 am
Program ends 8/3

Coyote Valley River Walk

Explore the valley ecology and history on this easy walk along the Colorado River. Meet at the Coyote Valley trailhead. 1 hour walk.

Sun	Mon	Tues	Wed	Thurs	Fri	Sat
			10:00 am			1:00 pm

Rocky Mountain Heritage Walk

Learn about prehistoric Indians, miners and valley settlers, while revisiting the Old West at an historic guest ranch. Meet at the Never Summer Ranch parking area. 1-mile walk. 2 hours.

Sun	Mon	Tues	Wed	Thurs	Fri	Sat
1:00 pm			1:00 pm		1:00 pm	1:00 pm

Raptors, Rivers and Reservoirs

What are some of the changes in the riparian environment along the Colorado River? Walk through national park and national forest lands. Meet at the upper Shadow Mountain Dam parking area. 2.5 to 3 hour walk.

Sun	Mon	Tues	Wed	Thurs	Fri	Sat
				1:30 pm

Early Homesteaders

The Harbison sisters were Grand Lake pioneers. Visit the old Harbison Ranch site and learn about their everyday life. Meet at the Kawuneeche Visitor Center Flagpole. 2-hour walk.

Sun	Mon	Tues	Wed	Thurs	Fri	Sat
				10:00 am

Skins and Things

Examine the skins, skulls, antlers, teeth and bones of many mammals in the Park. Drop in anytime during the program! Meet at the Kawuneeche Visitor Center. 40 minute activity.

Sun	Mon	Tues	Wed	Thurs	Fri	Sat
2:30 pm	2:30 pm	2:30 pm	2:30 pm	2:30 pm	2:30 pm	2:30 pm

Skins and Things

Examine the skins, skulls, antlers, teeth and bones of many mammals in the Park. Drop in anytime during the program! Meet at the Kawuneeche Visitor Center. 40 minute activity.

Sun	Mon	Tues	Wed	Thurs	Fri	Sat
2:30 pm	2:30 pm	2:30 pm	2:30 pm	2:30 pm	2:30 pm	2:30 pm

The Colorado: Life At the Source

Join a ranger just miles from the source of the Colorado River. See how river and forest margins provide a rich habitat for plants and wildlife. Meet at the Colorado River trailhead. 1-mile walk. 1½ hour hike.

Sun	Mon	Tues	Wed	Thurs	Fri	Sat
	2:00 pm		2:00 pm			2:00 pm

Early Homesteaders

The Harbison sisters were Grand Lake pioneers. Visit the old Harbison Ranch site and learn about their everyday life. Meet at the Kawuneeche Vistor Center flagpole. 2 hour walk.

Sun	Mon	Tues	Wed	Thurs	Fri	Sat
						2:00 pm

A Glimpse of Paradise

This three-mile, easy hike passes Adams Falls and leads to spectacular views of the mountains surrounding the meadows of the East Inlet. Meet at East Inlet trailhead.

Sun	Mon	Tues	Wed	Thurs	Fri	Sat
2:00 pm		2:00 pm		2:00 pm	9:00 am
Program ends 8/9

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