Saturday, September 14, Guided Hike on the Geologic Trail, 9:15 AM
Join Geologist Wayne Orlowski for 1.5 hour hike on the Geologic Trail. This hike will provide an in-depth look at the geologicprocesses that led to the formation of one of the richest fossil deposits in the world. You’ll cover about 2 miles, 300 feet of elevation gain, and over 1 billion years of history. Meet at the visitor center and bring sturdy hiking shoes, wear layers, and bring water, snacks, and sunscreen.
Friday, September 20, Night Sky Program,7:30 PM –9:30 PM
Join park staff and members of the Colorado Springs Astronomical Society to gaze at the dark skies above Florissant Fossil Beds in search of planets, galaxies, nebulas, and more. Meet at the visitor center.
Saturday, September 28, Fee Free Day/Public Lands Day, 9:00 AM –5:00 PM
Enjoy your public lan ds on National Public Lands Day free! The Monument has 15 miles of hiking trail s, a museu m and film, andself-guided trails. Kids can earn a Junior Ranger Badge by completing a Junior Ranger game book avail able at the visitor center desk.
Elk Hikes: Friday, September 27 and Saturday September 28, 4:45 PM –7:15 PM.
Join a ranger for a RESERVATION ONLY evening hike, to listen to the magical sounds of elk bugling. These 1-2 mile, off-trail hikes and can be in rugged terrain at times. Children must be at least 10 years old to attend. For reservations, please call (719) 748 –3253 ext. 202.
Daily Interpretive Program Schedule
In September, these programs will be offered as staffing allows. Call ahead for more details at (719) 748-3253 ext. 202.
Ranger Guided Walk, 1 mile guided hike on the Petrified Forest Trail
Fossil Learning Lab, learn how scientists discover and research fossils in the Yurt
Hornbek Homestead, take a tour of an 1878 homestead
Weekly Programs:
Yoga Hikes, Mondays, 9:15 AM –10:30 PM. Join a certified yoga instructor and a Park Ranger for a 1 hour and 30 minutes, 1 mile yoga hike. This will be a hike interspersed with standing yoga poses. This program is geared for beginner to intermediate yoga enthusiasts. Meet at the visitor center.