2018 Late Summer and Fall Programs
Whether you're a lifelong resident, a recent transplant, or just visiting for a weekend, it's clear to see how beautiful our public lands are in western Colorado. In particular our National Conservation Areas (NCAs) highlight and protect some of the most spectacular scenery, important archaeology, and scientifically valuable paleontology in the region. CCA is committed to educating the public about these areas and getting you involved in conserving them for future generations. We have some amazing activities planned for the late summer and fall; join us on an excursion, volunteer for an event, or contact us about how you can get involved.
September
11th - The Nature Connection (TNC)/Youth Outdoor Network (YON) Rafting Trip on the Gunnison River
15th - 16th - Glamping on the Colorado River with the Museums of Western Colorado (MWC)
17th - 18th - Cottonwood Days (Pt. 1)
20th - 21st - TNC/YON Overnight Rafting Trip with Delta High School on the Gunnison River
20th - 21st - Cottonwood Days (Pt. 2)
26th - 27th - Central High School AP Environmental Science Program Overnight Rafting Trip on the Colorado River
29th - 30th - "Colorado River Rocks" - Geology of Ruby-Horsethief
october
2nd - TNC/YON Eagle Rock Shelter Gunnison River Float with Paonia and Hotchkiss High Schools
4th - 5th - TNC/YON Overnight Rafting Trip on the Gunnison River
5th - National Public Lands Day (GGNCA)
11th - National Fossil Day Hikes (MCNCA, DENCA, GGNCA)
11th - Expedition Fund Hike with Hilltop's Residential Youth Services students
13th - "Hike into History" - Bridgeport/Big Dominguez Canyon Hike
16th - TNC/YON Rafting Trip on the Gunnison River with Olathe High School
18th - TNC/YON Rafting Trip on the Gunnison River
20th - 21st - TNC/YON Overnight Rafting Trip on the Gunnison River
29th - 30th - "Dig Deeper" CCA Fall Paleontology Field Camp
November
1st - Expedition Fund Hike with Hilltop's Residential Youth Services students
For questions and more information, contact CCA's Education Director, Rob Gay, via rob@canyonsassociation.org or 970-263-7902