Join SJMA and educators from Canyons of the Ancients National Monument for a special hike through the moonlit Sand Canyon while learning about how the moon impacts wildlife and humans alike. This trail is usually closed after sunset, so this is a rare chance to see it under a different light. From sunset to moonrise,
Each year, SJMA, Mountain Studies Institute, Water Information Program, and Fort Lewis College host a FUN two day, 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
Join San Juan Mountains Association staff and volunteers for an interpretive naturalist walk! Learn about wildflowers, ecology, wildlife, geology, and cultural history in our beautiful San Juan Mountains. This walk is offered every Friday starting June 9 through September 29. The fun, fact-filled nature walk is moderate, We'll be moving at a "walking" pace for
Bring your family and visit the Nature Center to get a sneak peak of our new tuition free outdoor skills and environmental education program for homeschooled elementary students launching this fall! When: August 5, 2023 from 10am - 2pm Where: SJMA's Nature Center, 310 Rivers End Rd, Durango Cost: Free, of course! Program Details: Check
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
Join San Juan Mountains Association staff and volunteers for an interpretive naturalist walk! Learn about wildflowers, ecology, wildlife, geology, and cultural history in our beautiful San Juan Mountains. This walk is offered every Friday starting June 9 through September 29. The fun, fact-filled nature walk is moderate, We'll be moving at a "walking" pace for
Join San Juan Mountains Association staff and volunteers for an interpretive naturalist walk! Learn about wildflowers, ecology, wildlife, geology, and cultural history in our beautiful San Juan Mountains. This walk is offered every Friday starting June 9 through September 29. The fun, fact-filled nature walk is moderate, We'll be moving at a "walking" pace for
Join local experts on a mushroom foray to learn about the incredible edible bounty that grows in our region. This is a mushroom forage for beginners - no experience or equipment required! You'll learn how to ID a few mushroom species, how to forage in a sustainable way, and what you need to start foraging on
Join San Juan Mountains Association staff and volunteers for an interpretive naturalist walk! Learn about wildflowers, ecology, wildlife, geology, and cultural history in our beautiful San Juan Mountains. This walk is offered every Friday starting June 9 through September 29. The fun, fact-filled nature walk is moderate, We'll be moving at a "walking" pace for
It's not quite time to shred up at Purg, but it IS time to shred any old documents you might have. Suggested donations is $10/box; all of which goes directly to SJMA! (Limited to three bankers boxes) Come early to ensure your shredded documents will be hauled away by Phoenix Recycling LLC. Thank you to
