Junior Naturalist Field Camps (JNFC) are week-long camps where elementary-aged children (rising 1st – 6th graders) will spend time learning about the natural world. They get to play with old friends and make new ones, too. Campers leave with memories, new friends, and a better understanding of the world in which they live. SJMA is
This class is for SJMA volunteers who are interested in learning to use and maintain crosscut saws safely and efficiently. All participants’ skills will be evaluated. Successful participants will get a recommendation toward certification by the U.S. Forest Service. The course includes completing prerequisites, a classroom session, a field training session, and field testing. Prerequisites
Chicago Basin backpackers needed this summer!! Passionate about protecting Chicago Basin? Love meeting new people? Looking for an excuse to spend a few extra weekends in the Weminuche? Join SJMA at the Chicago Basin Basecamp this summer to share LNT (Leave No Trace) and responsible recreation information with visitors. Volunteers will receive a complimentary train
Join San Juan Mountains Association staff and volunteers for an interpretive naturalist hike! Learn about wildflowers, ecology, wildlife, geology, and cultural history in our beautiful San Juan Mountains. This hike is offered every Friday starting June 9 through September 29. The fun, fact-filled nature hike is moderate, We'll be moving at a "walking" pace for
Junior Naturalist Field Camps (JNFC) are week-long camps where elementary-aged children (rising 1st – 6th graders) will spend time learning about the natural world. They get to play with old friends and make new ones, too. Campers leave with memories, new friends, and a better understanding of the world in which they live. SJMA is
Protect Ice Lakes this summer! This summer, SJMA is thrilled to continue placing volunteer ambassadors at the Ice Lakes trailhead. As we know, Ice Lakes has incredibly high visitation in the summer months and has seen impact to the landscape due to the crowds. Volunteers will spend time at the Ice Lakes trailhead, talking with
Calling all volunteers passionate about protecting Blue Lakes! This summer, we are thrilled to continue our Save the Blues volunteer ambassador program. Join SJMA as a Blue Lakes volunteer ambassador this summer to greet and engage visitors in conversation around LNT (Leave No Trace) and responsible recreation information. Volunteers will spend time at the Blue
Join San Juan Mountains Association staff and volunteers for an interpretive naturalist hike! Learn about wildflowers, ecology, wildlife, geology, and cultural history in our beautiful San Juan Mountains. This hike is offered every Friday starting June 9 through September 29. The fun, fact-filled nature hike is moderate, We'll be moving at a "walking" pace for
For rising 7th through 12th graders, SJMA is offering week-long adventure summer camp. This year, SJMA is partnering with 4Corners Riversports to create a 5-day Animas River Journey. Mornings will focus on learning about the Animas watershed from high alpine to desert and afternoons will be spent learning and playing on different water crafts. The week-long adventure
Calling all volunteers passionate about protecting Blue Lakes! This summer, we are thrilled to continue our Save the Blues volunteer ambassador program. Join SJMA as a Blue Lakes volunteer ambassador this summer to greet and engage visitors in conversation around LNT (Leave No Trace) and responsible recreation information. Volunteers will spend time at the Blue
