Join The Baldpate Inn staff for refreshments and homemade cookies, Sept. 10, here at The Baldpate Inn as Thomas Gootz, author of Transformation in Rocky Mountain National Park: Effects of Climate Change and Human Intervention, speaks of the impacts of Human interaction and changes in the park! Dont miss this interesting and important presentation that … Continue reading
Estes Park, Colo. – The Rocky Mountain Plein Air Painters (RMPAP), in partnership with Rocky Mountain National Park (RMNP) and The Rocky Mountain Conservancy, will hold a series of events to celebrate the national park’s centennial anniversary and commemorate the important role that artists played in the park’s early years. The special paint-out event, art … Continue reading
August 28, 2014 Sometimes the best satisfaction at the end of a tough hike, besides that “ah, I’ve made it!” moment, is being greeted with amazing views. And nothing quite adds to the views of stunning mountain valleys and peaks like a tall, cascading waterfall. Colorado is filled with beautiful mountain waterfalls that are not … Continue reading
New lodging, attractions, restaurants, events and more highlight the upcoming fall and winter seasons New activities, events, culinary offerings and more are the buzz this winter in Colorado. Throughout the state, visitors and locals are invited to experience what’s new. From major anniversaries including Rocky Mountain National Park’s 100th, to museum exhibits such as the … Continue reading
Rocky Mountain National Park’s 100th Anniversary is not the only anniversary being celebrated! On Saturday, September 6, visitors of all ages are invited to celebrate the 50th anniversary of the adoption of the Wilderness Act with two fun events. From 10:00 a.m. to noon – booths, demonstrations, games and crafts will take place during the … Continue reading
Denver Botanic Gardens’ annual Fall Plant Sale takes place Friday and Saturday, Sept. 19 and 20, 2014. Thousands of bulb varieties and unusual plants perfect for cool weather are available for purchase. Many plants are part of the Grown at the Gardens collection. Admission to the sale is free and takes place in the Gardens’ … Continue reading
Rocky Mountain National Park 100th Anniversary Celebration Activities: Sept. 3, 2014-Sept. 4, 2015 Year-round Activities RMNP Centennial Ranger Programs Starting in Summer 2014, these FREE talks, walks, and evening programs with a ranger are offered throughout the year. Please consult our Park Newspaper for ranger programs being offered right now. Rocky Mountain Conservancy Centennial Seminar … Continue reading
Permits are available by lottery to collect firewood generated from hazard tree removals within Rocky Mountain National Park. Firewood collection begins Saturday, September 20, and lasts through Friday, October 3, for east and west side firewood. Some locations will not be available for collection on weekends. A $20 non-refundable administrative fee will be charged for … Continue reading
The reduction of hazardous fuels is a significant preventative management tool for managing wildfire near structures and communities. These projects are done to protect life and property and enhance the safety of firefighters and their ability to manage fire within the park. As seen with the Fern Lake Fire, previous reduction of hazardous fuels aided … Continue reading
Photo courtesy of National Park Service By Jeffrey V. Smith ESTES PARK Centennial celebrations only come around once in a lifetime, and Rocky Mountain National Park’s 100th Anniversary is shaping up to be an enormous one not to be missed. The year-long celebration begins, Sept. 3 and 4, with kick-off events featuring music, treats, and … Continue reading
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