Night Sky Program

Posted on January 15, 2023 by The Friends of the Florissant Fossil Beds, Inc.

Florissant Fossil Beds is an excellent place to enjoy the wonders of the night sky.Located one hour west of Colorado Springs, Florissant Fossil Beds is easily accessible yet far enough Continue Reading →

Last Call – Corral Bluffs

Posted on October 13, 2022 by The Friends of the Florissant Fossil Beds, Inc.

Corral Bluffs Wednesday, October 19, 2022, or Saturday, October 22, 2022 *LAST CALL FOR RESERVATIONS* Our very first in-person seminar will be held off-site at Corral Bluffs, which is 10 Continue Reading →

Forest Bathing Walk

Posted on September 30, 2022 by The Friends of the Florissant Fossil Beds, Inc.

Saturday, October 29th from 1:00-3:30 pm Forest Bathing or Shinrin-Yoku (rooted in Japan) is gaining popularity worldwide and offers a range of health benefits both for humans and the natural world! This Continue Reading →

New Superintendent

Posted on September 28, 2022 by The Friends of the Florissant Fossil Beds, Inc.

Penny Wagner selected as superintendent of Florissant Fossil Beds National Monument FLORISSANT, Colo. – National Park Service (NPS) Acting Regional Director Kate Hammond announced the selection of Penny Wagner as superintendent of Florissant Fossil Beds National Monument. The position reports to the Superintendent of Black Canyon Continue Reading →

Corral Bluffs update

Posted on September 26, 2022 by The Friends of the Florissant Fossil Beds, Inc.

Corral Bluffs Wednesday, October 19, 2022, or Saturday, October 22, 2022 Our very first in-person seminar will be held off-site at Corral Bluffs, which is 10 minutes East of Colorado Continue Reading →