Each year, SJMA, Mountain Studies Institute, Water Information Program, and Fort Lewis College host a two days, hands-on exploration of our local watersheds for teachers. Designed for local teachers’ to teach their students about where water comes from – because it doesn’t just come from the faucet. Curriculum guide is based on the children’s book
Want to know more about nature? Flora, fauna, geology, clouds, water, you name it: our trusty crew of volunteer naturalists can enlighten you while on a pleasant stroll in the San Juan Mountains. Every Friday from June through August, SJMA is offering this fun, fact-filled, moderate nature hike. We’ll be moving at a “walking” pace
SJMA's lottery for all Junior Naturalist Field Camps is open between Feb. 1 - Feb. 14, 2025. We offer six week-long camps for rising 1st - 6th graders each summer where kids spend their time outdoors, playing games, making friends, building eco-towns, becoming nature detectives, exploring our water world, and so much more! August 4-8,
Again this year, SJMA in conjunction with the US Forest Service, Pagosa and Bayfield Ranger Districts, is hosting educational geology hikes, free for the public, from May through October. These interpretive hikes, led and presented by geologist Dave Bouquet, will be in an area of the San Juan National Forest rich with evidence of earth’s
Want to know more about nature? Flora, fauna, geology, clouds, water, you name it: our trusty crew of volunteer naturalists can enlighten you while on a pleasant stroll in the San Juan Mountains. Every Friday from June through August, SJMA is offering this fun, fact-filled, moderate nature hike. We’ll be moving at a “walking” pace
Want to know more about nature? Flora, fauna, geology, clouds, water, you name it: our trusty crew of volunteer naturalists can enlighten you while on a pleasant stroll in the San Juan Mountains. Every Friday from June through August, SJMA is offering this fun, fact-filled, moderate nature hike. We’ll be moving at a “walking” pace
Join SJMA and the Durango Astronomical Society for our second year of summer star party series located at SJMA’s Durango Nature Center! All are welcome, amateur astronomers and enthusiasts alike, for a family friendly event discussing and observing our night skies – the moon, planets, star clusters, galaxies, and nebulas. Just before sunset, an expert
SJMA's Nature Center Education Specialist, Julie Campbell, summer series begins in May and continues through September. This week, appreciate the unique geology of the nature preserve while walking through four different ecosystems, to explore the connections of lifeforms throughout. Families welcome! When: August 17th, 8am - 10am Where: SJMA's Durango Nature Center What to Bring:
Want to know more about nature? Flora, fauna, geology, clouds, water, you name it: our trusty crew of volunteer naturalists can enlighten you while on a pleasant stroll in the San Juan Mountains. Every Friday from June through August, SJMA is offering this fun, fact-filled, moderate nature hike. We’ll be moving at a “walking” pace
Want to know more about nature? Flora, fauna, geology, clouds, water, you name it: our trusty crew of volunteer naturalists can enlighten you while on a pleasant stroll in the San Juan Mountains. Every Friday from June through August, SJMA is offering this fun, fact-filled, moderate nature hike. We’ll be moving at a “walking” pace
Join Mike Foster for periodic outings to look for and learn about bird species. Be prepared to say why birds are important. When: August 30th, 2025 from 8am-10am Where: SJMA’s Durango Nature Center What to Bring: Dress for the weather and bring water. For added enjoyment bring a binocular, a bird guide, and download the free
Join SJMA and Pine Needle to learn about ultralight backpacking and make sure you know the best ways to incorporate Leave No Trace practices into your backpacking routine. Food and beverages will be included, as well as a raffle and some free swag! When: September 5th, 6:00 - 8:00pm Where: Pine Needle Mountaineering, 835 Main
Again this year, SJMA in conjunction with the US Forest Service, Pagosa and Bayfield Ranger Districts, is hosting educational geology hikes, free for the public, from May through October. These interpretive hikes, led and presented by geologist Dave Bouquet, will be in an area of the San Juan National Forest rich with evidence of earth’s
Join SJMA and the Durango Astronomical Society for our second year of summer star party series located at SJMA’s Durango Nature Center! All are welcome, amateur astronomers and enthusiasts alike, for a family friendly event discussing and observing our night skies – the moon, planets, star clusters, galaxies, and nebulas. Just before sunset, an expert
Join Mike Foster for periodic outings to look for and learn about bird species. Be prepared to say why birds are important. When: September 13th, 2025 from 8am-10am Where: SJMA’s Durango Nature Center What to Bring: Dress for the weather and bring water. For added enjoyment bring a binocular, a bird guide, and download the free
Join SJMA's Education Specialist, Julie Campbell's last for her summer series walks at the Durango Nature Center. This week, we will focus on the idea of "Nature is where we come from; how do we return to her"? A meditative nature walk with the intention of stillness, listening, connecting to nature. Families welcome! When: September
Names, dates, and drawings etched into the soft, white bark of Aspen trees stand silent witness to travelers from ages past. Carved by lonely sheepherders, cowboys, and sometimes other anonymous wayfarers, these amateur signposts are more than just antique graffiti, with many of them bound in the history and traditions of a bygone era. Local
Join Mike Foster for periodic outings to look for and learn about bird species. Be prepared to say why birds are important. When: September 27th, 2025 from 8am-10am Where: SJMA’s Durango Nature Center What to Bring: Dress for the weather and bring water. For added enjoyment bring a binocular, a bird guide, and download the free
Again this year, SJMA in conjunction with the US Forest Service, Pagosa and Bayfield Ranger Districts, is hosting educational geology hikes, free for the public, from May through October. These interpretive hikes, led and presented by geologist Dave Bouquet, will be in an area of the San Juan National Forest rich with evidence of earth’s
Celebrate the connection between our community and the Weminuche Wilderness with a night of storytelling. We'll be featuring stories from our community, topping the night off with a special story from Jonathan Thompson. If you have a story, photo, or artwork inspired by this iconic wilderness, share it here. When: October 23rd from 6:30 - 9:00 p.m Where: The
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Founded in 1988, the San Juan Mountains Association (SJMA), promotes the exploration and protection of public lands in Southwest Colorado through stewardship and conservation education for people of all ages.
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