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

West Slope Ranger Programs:
June 16 to August 17, 2002

Information in this section is from "High Country Headlines" -- Rocky Mountain National Park Newspaper, June 16 to August 17, 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.

West Slope Events: Kawuneeche Valley East Inlet Trailhead Kawuneeche Visitor Center Children's Programs Evening Programs
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Kawuneeche Valley

High Country Birding

Enjoy a 1-mile bird walk across meadow and woodland habitats. Bring a field guide and binoculars. Meet at the Never Summer Ranch parking area. 1 to 1½ hours.

Sun	Mon	Tues	Wed	Thurs	Fri	Sat
		7:30 am				7:30 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
9:00 am			9:00 am

Cross-Country to Chickaree

View this seldom-seen lake on a moderate, half-day, off-trail hike. Wear good boots. Bring water, raingear 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

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
	9:00 am				9:00 am

Shipler Cabin Hike

An opportunity to visit an early settlement in Kawuneeche Valley. Lean about mining, homesteading, trapping and early dude ranching. Meet at the Colorado River Trailhead. 4-mile, 4-hour hike.

Sun	Mon	Tues	Wed	Thurs	Fri	Sat
	9:00 am				1:00 pm

Explore with a Camera

Join a ranger for a photography walk. Discussion will focus on the fundamentals of composition, light and basic tips on improving your pictures. Meet at Timber Lake Trailhead. 1 - 1½-hour activity.

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

Historic Never Summer Ranch

Open 10-4 for interpretive tours and self-guided 1/2-mile walks. Discuss early settlement with guide on site. This is a great family activity. [Webmasters note: THIS IS A MUST SEE!] 1-mile roundtrip on accessible trail. Drop-in tour.

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

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

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

East Inlet Trailhead

Waterfalls and More

Take a short walk to Adams Falls and the first meadow . Spectacular views of surrounding mountains and lovely wildflowers along the trail. Meet at East Inlet Trailhead. 2-hour walk.

Sun	Mon	Tues	Wed	Thurs	Fri	Sat
	2:00 pm		2:00 pm			2:00 pm
Program ends 8/3

Kawuneeche Visitor Center

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

Mountain Wildflowers

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

Sun	Mon	Tues	Wed	Thurs	Fri	Sat
		2:00 pm				10:00 am
Program ends 8/3

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

Children's Programs

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. Meet at the Never Summer parking lot. 1 - 1½ hour activity.

Sun	Mon	Tues	Wed	Thurs	Fri	Sat
					10:00 am

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
		1:00 pm				10:00 am
Program starts 7/2

Fly's Feet and Grasshopper's Knees!

Do you know which animals tastes food with their feet? Smells with its tongue? Hears with its knees? Join a ranger to discover the amazing sense of Rocky's animals. Meet at the Never Summer Ranch Parking lot. 1.5 - 2 hours.

Sun	Mon	Tues	Wed	Thurs	Fri	Sat
				1:00 pm

Come Bug a Ranger

Learn fun facts about insects. Puppets, stories and activities for children 6 to 12 years old. Meet at the Never Summer Ranch Parking lot. 1-hour activity.

Sun	Mon	Tues	Wed	Thurs	Fri	Sat
						1:00 pm

Evening Programs

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 Coyote Valley Trailhead. 2 hours.

Sun	Mon	Tues	Wed	Thurs	Fri	Sat
						8:00 pm

Celestial Wilderness

Explore the universe and the astronomy of Rocky's night sky. Meet at Harbison Meadow Parking area. 1 1/2 hours.

Sun	Mon	Tues	Wed	Thurs	Fri	Sat
				9:00 pm
After 8/1 program is at 8:45 pm

Timber Creek Campfire Program

Slide presentation nightly at Timber Creek Campgrounds. Check at the Campground or visitor centers for topics. 1 hour.

Sun	Mon	Tues	Wed	Thurs	Fri	Sat
9:00 pm nightly June 16 to July 13
8:45 pm nightly Starting July 14 to August 17

Old Ranch Campfire Stories

Roasting marshmallows (your bring 'em) tall tales (we tell 'em) and campfire songs (we'll all sing 'em), bring back the old days. Dress warm and meet the old wrangler at the Never Summer Ranch parking area. 1 mile. 2 hours.

Sun	Mon	Tues	Wed	Thurs	Fri	Sat
					7:00 pm

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