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SUMMARY:Hikes for Your Health
DESCRIPTION:Hornbek Wildlife Loop \n3.8 Miles roundtrip\, varied terrain. Meet at the Visitor Center \nTour the Hornbek Homestead\, then embark on a hike across multiple landscape zones.
URL:https://www.fossilbeds.org/event/hikes-for-your-health-3/
LOCATION:Florissant Fossil Beds National Monument\, Florissant Fossil Beds National Monument\, CO\, United States
CATEGORIES:FLFO Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20150124T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20150124T130000
DTSTAMP:20260619T182918
CREATED:20150109T214354Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20150109T215202Z
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SUMMARY:Hikes for Your Health
DESCRIPTION:Boulder Creek Trail – 2.8 Miles roundtrip\, varied terrain.  Meet at the Visitor Center. Hike through an area traversed by the Ute on their annual pilgrimage to Pikes Peak.
URL:https://www.fossilbeds.org/event/hikes-for-your-health-2/
LOCATION:Florissant Fossil Beds National Monument\, Florissant Fossil Beds National Monument\, CO\, United States
CATEGORIES:FLFO Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20150121T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20150121T130000
DTSTAMP:20260619T182918
CREATED:20150109T214210Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20150109T215055Z
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SUMMARY:Hikes for Your Health
DESCRIPTION:Boulder Creek Trail – 2.8 Miles roundtrip\, varied terrain.  Meet at the Visitor Center. Hike through an area traversed by the Ute on their annual pilgrimage to Pikes Peak.
URL:https://www.fossilbeds.org/event/hikes-for-your-health/
LOCATION:Florissant Fossil Beds National Monument\, Florissant Fossil Beds National Monument\, CO\, United States
CATEGORIES:FLFO Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20150119T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20150119T150000
DTSTAMP:20260619T182918
CREATED:20150109T212002Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20150109T212002Z
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SUMMARY:Stories in Stone
DESCRIPTION:10:00AM – 11:30PM Join Ranger Whitney for a family friendly interpretive hike along the Petrified Forest Trail and explore the story of ancient volcanos\, towering redwood trees\, and three-toed horses. Meet at the Visitor Center. Be prepared for a 1 -2 mile hike. Dress for winter hiking.\n1:00PM – 3:00PM Join geologist Dr. Bob Carnein\, for a fun\, hands-on demonstration to see how paleontologists uncover tiny leaf and insect fossils at Florissant Fossil Beds. Meet in the visitor center any time between 1:00PM and 3:00PM.
URL:https://www.fossilbeds.org/event/stories-in-stone/
LOCATION:Florissant Fossil Beds National Monument\, Florissant Fossil Beds National Monument\, CO\, United States
CATEGORIES:FLFO Event
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20150119
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20150121
DTSTAMP:20260619T182918
CREATED:20150109T211644Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20150109T211745Z
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SUMMARY:Florissant Fossil Beds Entrance Fees Waived
DESCRIPTION:Come and enjoy your park! Consider starting your visit in the Monument’s new\, state-of-the-art visitor center where you can view the park film “Shadows of the Past”\, explore hand’s on exhibits\, and visit the recently remodeled bookstore. Children can earn their Junior Ranger Badge or Patch through the free\, Junior Ranger program. If hiking is more your style\, enjoy one of the many secluded trails at the park. There are 14 miles of trails that wind through the peaceful\, montane forests of the Florissant valley. The Monument also has two picnic areas where you can enjoy an outdoor lunch. Florissant Fossil Beds National Monument is open daily 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM.\nBesides a fee-free day\, Florissant Fossil Beds National Monument will offer visitors the opportunity to participate in a ranger-guided hike and a paleontology demonstration:\nMonday\, January 19\, “Stories in Stone” Interpretive Hike and Paleontology Demonstration:\n10:00AM – 11:30PM Join Ranger Whitney for a family friendly interpretive hike along the Petrified Forest Trail and explore the story of ancient volcanos\, towering redwood trees\, and three-toed horses. Meet at the Visitor Center. Be prepared for a 1 -2 mile hike. Dress for winter hiking.\n1:00PM – 3:00PM Join geologist Dr. Bob Carnein\, for a fun\, hands-on demonstration to see how paleontologists uncover tiny leaf and insect fossils at Florissant Fossil Beds. Meet in the visitor center any time between 1:00PM and 3:00PM.\nTo learn more about fee-free days in national parks around the country in 2015\, go to http://www.nps.gov/findapark/feefreeparks.htm.\nFor additional information visit the park’s website at www.nps.gov/flfo or call at (719) 748 – 3253.
URL:https://www.fossilbeds.org/event/florissant-fossil-beds-entrance-fees-waived/
LOCATION:Florissant Fossil Beds National Monument\, Florissant Fossil Beds National Monument\, CO\, United States
CATEGORIES:FLFO Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20150117T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20150117T200000
DTSTAMP:20260619T182918
CREATED:20150109T201829Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20150109T201829Z
UID:2423-1421517600-1421524800@www.fossilbeds.org
SUMMARY:Jupiter Rising
DESCRIPTION:The King of the Planets is back! Jupiter is rising in the east\, returning to the early evening sky. And it’s not alone: the small but dynamic Comet Lovejoy is close by and changing day by day. Follow in the historic footsteps of Galileo\, Halley\, and Messier\, as we discover Jupiter’s moons and the comet’s tail\, explore the nightly movements of these objects\, and compare them to some of the “comet impostors” that never move. Meet at the Visitor Center.
URL:https://www.fossilbeds.org/event/jupiter-rising/
LOCATION:Florissant Fossil Beds National Monument\, Florissant Fossil Beds National Monument\, CO\, United States
CATEGORIES:FLFO Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20150117T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20150117T100000
DTSTAMP:20260619T182918
CREATED:20150109T200708Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20150109T201031Z
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SUMMARY:Hike for your Health
DESCRIPTION:Ranger guided hike along the Sawmill Trail through gentle meadows – Easy (2.3 mile loop). Meet at the Visitor Center\nHikes for Your Health program is offered in partnership with Florissant Fossil Beds National Monument\, the Teller County Community Partnership Family Resource Center\, and the Friends of the Florissant Fossil Beds. This hiking program is part of the National Park Service’s Healthy Parks\, Healthy People US initiative working to reintegrate human\, environmental\, and ecological health into the mission of public parks and public lands.
URL:https://www.fossilbeds.org/event/hike-for-your-health/
LOCATION:Florissant Fossil Beds National Monument\, Florissant Fossil Beds National Monument\, CO\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20150114T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20150114T100000
DTSTAMP:20260619T182918
CREATED:20150109T201411Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20150109T201411Z
UID:2421-1421229600-1421229600@www.fossilbeds.org
SUMMARY:Hike for your Health
DESCRIPTION:Ranger guided hike along the Sawmill Trail through gentle meadows – Easy (2.3 mile loop). Meet at the Visitor Center\nHikes for Your Health program is offered in partnership with Florissant Fossil Beds National Monument\, the Teller County Community Partnership Family Resource Center\, and the Friends of the Florissant Fossil Beds. This hiking program is part of the National Park Service’s Healthy Parks\, Healthy People US initiative working to reintegrate human\, environmental\, and ecological health into the mission of public parks and public lands.
URL:https://www.fossilbeds.org/event/hike-for-your-health-2/
LOCATION:Florissant Fossil Beds National Monument\, Florissant Fossil Beds National Monument\, CO\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20150110T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20150110T200000
DTSTAMP:20260619T182918
CREATED:20150109T201642Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20150109T201642Z
UID:2422-1420912800-1420920000@www.fossilbeds.org
SUMMARY:The Winter Sky
DESCRIPTION:Winter may be cold\, but the best skies of the year make it all worthwhile! If it is a “cold but clear” night\, our view of the stars may be clearer and sharper than at any other time of year. Plus\, many of our favorite stars and constellations are in the winter sky! Join us as we explore constellation mythology\, star names\, and the stories we tell to help us understand the sky. Featured objects in the telescopes include the Pleiades Star Cluster\, the Great Orion Nebula\, and newly-discovered Comet Lovejoy. Meet at the Visitor Center.
URL:https://www.fossilbeds.org/event/the-winter-sky/
LOCATION:Florissant Fossil Beds National Monument\, Florissant Fossil Beds National Monument\, CO\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20150109T100000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20150109T130000
DTSTAMP:20260619T182918
CREATED:20150109T221343Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20150109T221343Z
UID:2446-1420797600-1420808400@www.fossilbeds.org
SUMMARY:Hikes for Your Health
DESCRIPTION:Shooting Star – 3.2 miles roundtrip. Varied terrain.  Meet at the visitor Center.  Explore the Monument’s ancient rocks and work up a sweat!
URL:https://www.fossilbeds.org/event/hikes-for-your-health-11/
LOCATION:Florissant Fossil Beds National Monument\, Florissant Fossil Beds National Monument\, CO\, United States
CATEGORIES:FLFO Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20141129T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20141129T200000
DTSTAMP:20260619T182918
CREATED:20141116T032203Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20141116T032355Z
UID:2390-1417284000-1417291200@www.fossilbeds.org
SUMMARY:FLFO Night Sky Program
DESCRIPTION:Come see the night sky the way it used to look before city lights crowded out the stars. Florissant Fossil Beds National Monument offers an ideal balance between convenient location – an easy drive from Colorado Springs– and a sky dark enough to reveal the countless stars that once lit the night for our ancestors. \nJoin us for a stargaze on Saturday\, November 29th from 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM that will explore the wonders and secrets of our dark sky. The program will begin with a 20-30 minute interpretive talk in the Visitor Center. Then we will step outside for 90 minutes of stargazing with telescopes\, binoculars\, and laser-guided tours of the stars and constellations. \nPlease dress warmly\, as evenings at the park’s high elevation can be cold even in the winter. Bring binoculars or a flashlight if you wish (red-filtered lights only please). Also\, please note that viewing is weather-dependent\, and takes place only if the sky is clear. Indoor presentations take place no matter the weather\, although the roads may be hazardous and you should call ahead for more information. \nAdmission for the program is the regular park entrance fee which is $3 per adult (16 years and older) children and federal pass holders are free. Please call (719) 748-3253  or flfo_information@nps.gov for more information. \n  \nProgram Details:  \nSaturday\, November 29\, 2014 – 6:00 – 8:00 PM  \nThank Your Lucky Stars… and Moon  \nJoin us for a Thanksgiving Weekend treat\, as we explore the stars and constellations of the Fall evening sky. Featured objects include the Pleiades and Hyades star clusters\, the Andromeda Galaxy\, and an epic cast of constellations. This night also features the first-quarter Moon\, giving us the chance for a close-up look at the cratered surface of our nearest neighbor. Meet at the Visitor Center. \nFor more information call the Monument at (719) 748 – 3253.
URL:https://www.fossilbeds.org/event/2390/
LOCATION:Florissant Fossil Beds National Monument\, Florissant Fossil Beds National Monument\, CO\, United States
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20141025T100000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20141025T170000
DTSTAMP:20260619T182918
CREATED:20140919T141610Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20140919T141610Z
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SUMMARY:Freinds Annual Meeting
DESCRIPTION:The Friends of the Florissant Fossil Beds annual meeting is scheduled for October 25th at 10:a.m. in the Monument Visitor Center auditorium. The highlight of the meeting will be Dr. Herb Meyer\, Monument Paleontologist\, who will provide Friend’s members an exclusive talk about his recent trip to Thailand where he participated in the “Seminar and Workshop on Petrified Wood Conservation of the Petrified Forest Park in Tak Province\, Thailand.” Invited and hosted by the Government of Tak Province\, Bantak Petrified Forest Park\, and Nakhon Ratchasima Rajabhat University\, \nDr. Meyer gave the keynote presentation entitled “Fossil Tree Conservation Project at the Florissant Fossil Beds National Monument\, Colorado and at Sexi\, Peru.” Support for international airfare was provided by The Friends of The Florissant Fossil Beds. He also participated in an on-site conservation workshop at the Petrified Forest Park\, which has the world’s longest petrified trunk at 69 meters (226 feet) in length. The trip provided a unique opportunity to meet not only with colleagues in Thailand\, but also with the world’s leading conservator on petrified wood and trees from Greece\, who was the other invited participant. This interaction will be critical for developing a conservation and stabilization strategy for the large petrified stumps at Florissant\, which is an approved project to be funded by the National Park Service beginning in 2019.\nIn addition to Dr. Meyer’s presentation\, Superintendent Michelle Wheatley and Board President Jeff Proper will present the Annual Service award to recognize Park Rangers and provide recaps of the year.\nThe meeting will conclude with election of new Board members – if you or someone you know are interested in serving on the Board of Directors\, please contact Sally McKinder sammckind@aol.com.\nThe board is also looking for members to serve on the Publicity and Fund Raising Committees for the upcoming year. Be a Friend of the Fossil Beds – Get Involved!!
URL:https://www.fossilbeds.org/event/freinds-annual-meeting/
LOCATION:Florissant Fossil Beds National Monument\, Florissant Fossil Beds National Monument\, CO\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20141005T164500
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20141005T191500
DTSTAMP:20260619T182918
CREATED:20140828T192918Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20140828T193706Z
UID:2244-1412527500-1412536500@www.fossilbeds.org
SUMMARY:Elk Hike at Fossil Beds
DESCRIPTION:Take part in a Rocky Mountain tradition: listening for the bugling of the bull Elk (Wapiti) on an autumn evening. Join a ranger at Florissant Fossil Beds National Monument to learn about listen to the wild Wapiti. \nThese programs will include a brief presentation about these magnificent animals\, followed by an off trail hike of up to 2 miles during which we will look and listen for the elk in the wild. Normal entrance fees to Florissant Fossil Beds National Monument will apply ($3 per adult\, 16 and older). Annual passes to the Fossil Beds are available for $15 (good for the cardholder and 3 other adults).\nLarge numbers of people tend to make the elk wary and elusive\, so the number of participants will be limited. Advance registration is required. In the past these programs have filled up quickly\, so call early for reservations. Tables and grills are available near the visitor center for picnics before the program.\nFor reservations call (719) 748 – 3253 ext. 202
URL:https://www.fossilbeds.org/event/elk-hike-at-fossil-beds-2/
LOCATION:Florissant Fossil Beds National Monument\, Florissant Fossil Beds National Monument\, CO\, United States
CATEGORIES:FLFO Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20141003T164500
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20141003T191500
DTSTAMP:20260619T182918
CREATED:20140828T193445Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20140828T193445Z
UID:2247-1412354700-1412363700@www.fossilbeds.org
SUMMARY:Elk Hike at Fossil Beds
DESCRIPTION:Take part in a Rocky Mountain tradition: listening for the bugling of the bull Elk (Wapiti) on an autumn evening. Join a ranger at Florissant Fossil Beds National Monument to learn about listen to the wild Wapiti. \nThese programs will include a brief presentation about these magnificent animals\, followed by an off trail hike of up to 2 miles during which we will look and listen for the elk in the wild. Normal entrance fees to Florissant Fossil Beds National Monument will apply ($3 per adult\, 16 and older). Annual passes to the Fossil Beds are available for $15 (good for the cardholder and 3 other adults).\nLarge numbers of people tend to make the elk wary and elusive\, so the number of participants will be limited. Advance registration is required. In the past these programs have filled up quickly\, so call early for reservations. Tables and grills are available near the visitor center for picnics before the program.\nFor reservations call (719) 748 – 3253 ext. 202
URL:https://www.fossilbeds.org/event/elk-hike-at-fossil-beds-5/
LOCATION:Florissant Fossil Beds National Monument\, Florissant Fossil Beds National Monument\, CO\, United States
CATEGORIES:FLFO Event
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20140928T170000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20140928T193000
DTSTAMP:20260619T182918
CREATED:20140828T193238Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20140828T193238Z
UID:2246-1411923600-1411932600@www.fossilbeds.org
SUMMARY:Elk Hike at Fossil Beds
DESCRIPTION:Take part in a Rocky Mountain tradition: listening for the bugling of the bull Elk (Wapiti) on an autumn evening. Join a ranger at Florissant Fossil Beds National Monument to learn about listen to the wild Wapiti. \nThese programs will include a brief presentation about these magnificent animals\, followed by an off trail hike of up to 2 miles during which we will look and listen for the elk in the wild. Normal entrance fees to Florissant Fossil Beds National Monument will apply ($3 per adult\, 16 and older). Annual passes to the Fossil Beds are available for $15 (good for the cardholder and 3 other adults).\nLarge numbers of people tend to make the elk wary and elusive\, so the number of participants will be limited. Advance registration is required. In the past these programs have filled up quickly\, so call early for reservations. Tables and grills are available near the visitor center for picnics before the program.\nFor reservations call (719) 748 – 3253 ext. 202
URL:https://www.fossilbeds.org/event/elk-hike-at-fossil-beds-4/
LOCATION:Florissant Fossil Beds National Monument\, Florissant Fossil Beds National Monument\, CO\, United States
CATEGORIES:FLFO Event
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20140927T170000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20140927T193000
DTSTAMP:20260619T182918
CREATED:20140828T193105Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20140828T193105Z
UID:2245-1411837200-1411846200@www.fossilbeds.org
SUMMARY:Elk Hike at Fossil Beds
DESCRIPTION:Take part in a Rocky Mountain tradition: listening for the bugling of the bull Elk (Wapiti) on an autumn evening. Join a ranger at Florissant Fossil Beds National Monument to learn about listen to the wild Wapiti. \nThese programs will include a brief presentation about these magnificent animals\, followed by an off trail hike of up to 2 miles during which we will look and listen for the elk in the wild. Normal entrance fees to Florissant Fossil Beds National Monument will apply ($3 per adult\, 16 and older). Annual passes to the Fossil Beds are available for $15 (good for the cardholder and 3 other adults).\nLarge numbers of people tend to make the elk wary and elusive\, so the number of participants will be limited. Advance registration is required. In the past these programs have filled up quickly\, so call early for reservations. Tables and grills are available near the visitor center for picnics before the program.\nFor reservations call (719) 748 – 3253 ext. 202
URL:https://www.fossilbeds.org/event/elk-hike-at-fossil-beds-3/
LOCATION:Florissant Fossil Beds National Monument\, Florissant Fossil Beds National Monument\, CO\, United States
CATEGORIES:FLFO Event
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20140927T100000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20140927T160000
DTSTAMP:20260619T182918
CREATED:20140911T133621Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20140911T133731Z
UID:2266-1411812000-1411833600@www.fossilbeds.org
SUMMARY:National Public Lands Day
DESCRIPTION:Celebrate National Public Lands Day by visiting the Pikes Peak region’s closest national park area – Florissant Fossil Beds National Monument on Saturday\, September 27\, 2014. In honor of National Public Lands Day\, fees will be waived at Florissant Fossil Beds as well as the 400 plus other national park units across the United States.\nLate September can be one of the most beautiful times of year to hike at the Monument. There are over 14 miles of trails in the Monument. From short\, self-guide loops\, to longer hikes\, there is plenty of opportunity to find the hike that is just right for you and your family.\nCalling all teens! The first 75 teens (13-19yrs) that come to the park this day and complete a hiking challenge (The Hornbek Wildlife Loop\, 4 miles round trip) receive a free t-shirt. The teen hiking challenge is part of the Trails4Teens program at Florissant Fossil Beds. This program encourages teens to explore the Monument’s trails through hiking\, playing\, serving\, and working. http://www.nps.gov/flfo/parknews/trails4teens.htm\nPublic Lands Day will include the following programs:\n10:00 AM Interpretive Talk: Join a Ranger in the amphitheater behind the visitor center for a 25 minute talk about the area’s natural and human history.\n10:00AM – Teen Hiking Challenge: Sign up in the visitor center to hike the 4 mile Hornbek\n4:00 PM Wildlife loop. 2 – 3 hours. Complete the challenge and earn a t-shirt.\n11:00 AM Ranger/Student Worker Guided Trail Hike: Learn about the Monument’s trails on a 1 hour guided hike. The guides will be Sarah and Emma our two teen trail workers and a park ranger.\n1:00 PM Awards Ceremony: Come to the amphitheater behind the visitor center and learn celebrate the success of the teens that worked and hiked at the Monument this summer. Cake\, fruit\, and refreshements will be served by the Friends of the Florissant Fossil Beds. 1 hour. \n1:00 PM-3:00PM Fossil Learning Lab: Join a Park Ranger in the Yurt (tent) in the picnic area of the visitor center and see how fossils are discovered in the fragile lake shales of the Florissant valley.\n3:00 PM Hornbek Homestead: Take a tour of the historic Hornbek Homestead. The homestead is located 1 mile north of the visitor center. The homestead will be open from 3:00PM – 4:00PM\nFor more information please call the Monument at (719) 748 – 3253 ext 202 or email at flfo_information@nps.gov.\nThe Monument is located at 15807 Teller County Road#1 in Florissant\, CO. The park is approximately 35 miles (1 hour) west of Colorado Springs off of Highway 24.\nFollow us on Twitter at @FlorissantNPS and on Facebook/FlorissantNPS or visit the park’s website at www.nps.gov/flfo \nPhoto: Wayne Johnston
URL:https://www.fossilbeds.org/event/national-public-lands-day/
LOCATION:Florissant Fossil Beds National Monument\, Florissant Fossil Beds National Monument\, CO\, United States
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20140926T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20140926T193000
DTSTAMP:20260619T182918
CREATED:20140828T192604Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20140828T192805Z
UID:2243-1411750800-1411759800@www.fossilbeds.org
SUMMARY:Elk Hike at Fossil Beds
DESCRIPTION:Take part in a Rocky Mountain tradition: listening for the bugling of the bull Elk (Wapiti) on an autumn evening. Join a ranger at Florissant Fossil Beds National Monument to learn about listen to the wild Wapiti. \nThese programs will include a brief presentation about these magnificent animals\, followed by an off trail hike of up to 2 miles during which we will look and listen for the elk in the wild. Normal entrance fees to Florissant Fossil Beds National Monument will apply ($3 per adult\, 16 and older). Annual passes to the Fossil Beds are available for $15 (good for the cardholder and 3 other adults).\nLarge numbers of people tend to make the elk wary and elusive\, so the number of participants will be limited. Advance registration is required. In the past these programs have filled up quickly\, so call early for reservations. Tables and grills are available near the visitor center for picnics before the program.\nFor reservations call (719) 748 – 3253 ext. 202
URL:https://www.fossilbeds.org/event/elk-hike-at-fossil-beds/
LOCATION:Florissant Fossil Beds National Monument\, Florissant Fossil Beds National Monument\, CO\, United States
CATEGORIES:FLFO Event
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20140921T170000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20140921T193000
DTSTAMP:20260619T182918
CREATED:20140828T191946Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20140828T192359Z
UID:2240-1411318800-1411327800@www.fossilbeds.org
SUMMARY:Elk Hike at Fossil Beds
DESCRIPTION:  \nTake part in a Rocky Mountain tradition: listening for the bugling of the bull Elk (Wapiti) on an autumn evening. Join a ranger at Florissant Fossil Beds National Monument to learn about listen to the wild Wapiti. \nThese programs will include a brief presentation about these magnificent animals\, followed by an off trail hike of up to 2 miles during which we will look and listen for the elk in the wild. Normal entrance fees to Florissant Fossil Beds National Monument will apply ($3 per adult\, 16 and older). Annual passes to the Fossil Beds are available for $15 (good for the cardholder and 3 other adults).\nLarge numbers of people tend to make the elk wary and elusive\, so the number of participants will be limited. Advance registration is required. In the past these programs have filled up quickly\, so call early for reservations. Tables and grills are available near the visitor center for picnics before the program.\nFor reservations call (719) 748 – 3253 ext. 202
URL:https://www.fossilbeds.org/event/elk-hike-at-flfo-2/
LOCATION:Florissant Fossil Beds National Monument\, Florissant Fossil Beds National Monument\, CO\, United States
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20140920T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20140920T193000
DTSTAMP:20260619T182918
CREATED:20140828T191825Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20140904T011520Z
UID:2239-1411232400-1411241400@www.fossilbeds.org
SUMMARY:Elk Hike at Fossil Beds
DESCRIPTION:Take part in a Rocky Mountain tradition: listening for the bugling of the bull Elk (Wapiti) on an autumn evening. Join a ranger at Florissant Fossil Beds National Monument to learn about listen to the wild Wapiti. \nThese programs will include a brief presentation about these magnificent animals\, followed by an off trail hike of up to 2 miles during which we will look and listen for the elk in the wild. Normal entrance fees to Florissant Fossil Beds National Monument will apply ($3 per adult\, 16 and older). Annual passes to the Fossil Beds are available for $15 (good for the cardholder and 3 other adults).\nLarge numbers of people tend to make the elk wary and elusive\, so the number of participants will be limited. Advance registration is required. In the past these programs have filled up quickly\, so call early for reservations. Tables and grills are available near the visitor center for picnics before the program.\nFor reservations call (719) 748 – 3253 ext. 202 \nPhotos: Wayne Johnston
URL:https://www.fossilbeds.org/event/elk-hike-at-flfo/
LOCATION:Florissant Fossil Beds National Monument\, Florissant Fossil Beds National Monument\, CO\, United States
CATEGORIES:FLFO Event
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20140920T100000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20140920T120000
DTSTAMP:20260619T182918
CREATED:20140911T131157Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20140911T131437Z
UID:2261-1411207200-1411214400@www.fossilbeds.org
SUMMARY:Meet Aspens Up Close
DESCRIPTION:  \nAre you heading into the mountains to see the changing leaves this year? Would you like to “get to know” those beautiful aspen up close? If you are interested to know more about the amazing aspen\, then join a Park Ranger at Florissant Fossil Beds National Monument for a 1-2 hour guided-hike on the Sawmill Trail (2.2 miles) on Saturday\, September 20\, 2014. The hike will start at the visitor center at 10:00AM.\nFlorissant Fossil Beds is the site of easily accessible (on foot) smaller aspen groves rather than the sweeping color vistas seen at distance from local highways. On this hike you will get to explore these small pockets of golden wonder and learn up close about the aspen tree’s natural history. For example\, did you know aspens can reproduce from sucker roots underground? To learn more\, come on the hike.\nThe regular park entrance fee of $3.00 per adult (16 and older) covers the program. Interagency Federal Passes are accepted.\nSpace is limited\, please call ahead for details at (719) 748 – 3253 ext. 202\nFollow us on Twitter at @FlorissantNPS and on Facebook/FlorissantNPS or visit the park’s website at www.nps.gov/flfo \nPhoto: Wayne Johnston
URL:https://www.fossilbeds.org/event/meet-aspens-up-close/
LOCATION:Florissant Fossil Beds National Monument\, Florissant Fossil Beds National Monument\, CO\, United States
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20140912T193000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20140912T213000
DTSTAMP:20260619T182918
CREATED:20140812T193142Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20140812T193142Z
UID:2223-1410550200-1410557400@www.fossilbeds.org
SUMMARY:Farewell Saturn\, Hello Uranus
DESCRIPTION:The seasons are changing\, and so is the sky! Saturn and Mars are low in the West\, and this may be our last chance to see Saturn before it disappears into the sunset for the rest of the year. Fortunately\, another planet is rising in the East to take its place: Uranus! Fall constellations\, and the famous Andromeda Galaxy\, are making their first appearances as well. Meet at the Visitor Center. \nPlease dress warmly\, as evenings at the park’s high elevation can be cool even in the summer. Bring binoculars or a flashlight if you wish (red-filtered lights only please). Also\, please note that viewing is weather-dependent\, and takes place only if the sky is clear. Ranger-led talks take place rain or shine.\nAdmission for the program is the regular park entrance fee which is $3 per adult (16 years and older) children and federal pass holders are free. Please call (719) 748-3253 ext. 202 for more information.
URL:https://www.fossilbeds.org/event/farewell-saturn-hello-uranus/
LOCATION:Florissant Fossil Beds National Monument\, Florissant Fossil Beds National Monument\, CO\, United States
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20140831T090000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20140831T110000
DTSTAMP:20260619T182918
CREATED:20140717T180335Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20140717T180335Z
UID:2169-1409475600-1409482800@www.fossilbeds.org
SUMMARY:Wildflower Walk
DESCRIPTION:Join Ranger Shawn and learn about the colorful world of wildflowers.  Meet at the visitor center at 9:00 AM.  Bring water\, snacks\, and layered clothing.
URL:https://www.fossilbeds.org/event/wildflower-walk-7/
LOCATION:Florissant Fossil Beds National Monument\, Florissant Fossil Beds National Monument\, CO\, United States
CATEGORIES:FLFO Event
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20140824T090000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20140824T110000
DTSTAMP:20260619T182918
CREATED:20140717T180249Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20140717T180249Z
UID:2168-1408870800-1408878000@www.fossilbeds.org
SUMMARY:Wildflower Walk
DESCRIPTION:Join Ranger Shawn and learn about the colorful world of wildflowers.  Meet at the visitor center at 9:00 AM.  Bring water\, snacks\, and layered clothing.
URL:https://www.fossilbeds.org/event/wildflower-walk-6/
LOCATION:Florissant Fossil Beds National Monument\, Florissant Fossil Beds National Monument\, CO\, United States
CATEGORIES:FLFO Event
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20140823T090000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20140823T160000
DTSTAMP:20260619T182918
CREATED:20140813T215746Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20140813T215746Z
UID:2229-1408784400-1408809600@www.fossilbeds.org
SUMMARY:FLFO 45th Anniversary Celebration
DESCRIPTION:Florissant Fossil Beds National Monument Celebrates 45th Anniversary Saturday\, August 23rd\, 2014. \nSpecial Guest\, Mary Burton\, one of the original members of the Defenders of Florissant will co- present an interpretive talk on how Florissant Fossil Beds National Monument was established. This program will take place in the amphitheater behind the visitor center at 10:00AM. Following the talk\, on the upper level of the amphitheater\, the Friends of the Florissant Fossil Beds will be providing birthday cake for visitors. The cake will be followed by a Junior Ranger Concert performed by Park Ranger Jeff Wolin. This will be a fun musical dance party about our national parks for the kids as the school year starts. There will be other guided hikes and program taking place. Below is a list of times of the all the events and programs. Come celebrate with us! \n9:00 AM – Yoga Hike with Ranger Denise Ackart\n10:00 AM – Special Guest Mary Burton and Ranger Talk in Amphitheater\n10:45 AM – Friends of Florissant Fossil Beds Provides Birthday Cake\n11:00 AM – Ranger Guided Hike on the Petrified Forest Loop\n11:15 AM – Junior Ranger Concert in Amphitheater\n1:00 PM – Fossil Learning Lab (1:00 – 3:00                                                                          3:00 PM – Hornbek Homestead (3:00 4:00 PM)
URL:https://www.fossilbeds.org/event/flfo-45th-anniversary-celebration/
LOCATION:Florissant Fossil Beds National Monument\, Florissant Fossil Beds National Monument\, CO\, United States
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20140822T200000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20140822T220000
DTSTAMP:20260619T182918
CREATED:20140812T192927Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20140812T192927Z
UID:2222-1408737600-1408744800@www.fossilbeds.org
SUMMARY:The Stars of Summer
DESCRIPTION:The summer sky is full of wonders. Join us as we explore stars and constellations\, the Milky Way at its best\, and a host of other treasures for amateur sky-watchers. Special treats tonight include the planets Saturn and Mars\, flybys by the International Space Station and other satellites\, and many of our favorite star clusters\, nebulae\, and distant galaxies. Meet at the Visitor Center. \nPlease dress warmly\, as evenings at the park’s high elevation can be cool even in the summer. Bring binoculars or a flashlight if you wish (red-filtered lights only please). Also\, please note that viewing is weather-dependent\, and takes place only if the sky is clear. Ranger-led talks take place rain or shine.\nAdmission for the program is the regular park entrance fee which is $3 per adult (16 years and older) children and federal pass holders are free. Please call (719) 748-3253 ext. 202 for more information.
URL:https://www.fossilbeds.org/event/the-stars-of-summer/
LOCATION:Florissant Fossil Beds National Monument\, Florissant Fossil Beds National Monument\, CO\, United States
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20140817T090000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20140817T110000
DTSTAMP:20260619T182918
CREATED:20140717T180158Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20140717T180158Z
UID:2167-1408266000-1408273200@www.fossilbeds.org
SUMMARY:Wildflower Walk
DESCRIPTION:Join Ranger Shawn and learn about the colorful world of wildflowers.  Meet at the visitor center at 9:00 AM.  Bring water\, snacks\, and layered clothing.
URL:https://www.fossilbeds.org/event/wildflower-walk-5/
LOCATION:Florissant Fossil Beds National Monument\, Florissant Fossil Beds National Monument\, CO\, United States
CATEGORIES:FLFO Event
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20140810T090000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20140810T110000
DTSTAMP:20260619T182918
CREATED:20140717T180058Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20140717T180058Z
UID:2166-1407661200-1407668400@www.fossilbeds.org
SUMMARY:Wildflower Walk
DESCRIPTION:Join Ranger Shawn and learn about the colorful world of wildflowers.  Meet at the visitor center at 9:00 AM.  Bring water\, snacks\, and layered clothing.
URL:https://www.fossilbeds.org/event/wildflower-walk-4/
LOCATION:Florissant Fossil Beds National Monument\, Florissant Fossil Beds National Monument\, CO\, United States
CATEGORIES:FLFO Event
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20140803T090000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20140803T110000
DTSTAMP:20260619T182918
CREATED:20140717T180000Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20140717T180000Z
UID:2165-1407056400-1407063600@www.fossilbeds.org
SUMMARY:Wildflower Walk
DESCRIPTION:Join Ranger Shawn and learn about the colorful world of wildflowers.  Meet at the visitor center at 9:00 AM.  Bring water\, snacks\, and layered clothing.
URL:https://www.fossilbeds.org/event/wildflower-walk-3/
LOCATION:Florissant Fossil Beds National Monument\, Florissant Fossil Beds National Monument\, CO\, United States
CATEGORIES:FLFO Event
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20140730T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20140730T103000
DTSTAMP:20260619T182918
CREATED:20140717T174226Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20140717T174517Z
UID:2158-1406710800-1406716200@www.fossilbeds.org
SUMMARY:Yoga Hike with Ranger Denise Ackart
DESCRIPTION:Join Ranger Denise Ackart for 1.5 hour long yoga hikes at Florissant Fossil Beds NM every Wednesday and saturday morning through August at 9:00 AM.  Meet at the visitor center. Bring water\, comfortable clothes\, and shoes with flexible soles.
URL:https://www.fossilbeds.org/event/yoga-hike-with-ranger-denise-ackart-3/
LOCATION:Florissant Fossil Beds National Monument\, Florissant Fossil Beds National Monument\, CO\, United States
CATEGORIES:FLFO Event
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