May 2008
May 17, 2008: Bird-A-Thon
Meet at 7 a.m. at the Yampa Preserve for an annual spring bird count. Please RSVP.
May 23, 2008: On The Wing at Phantom: Guided Interpretive Hike
Celebrate the colorful and melodious Spring migration of neotropical songbirds in Phantom Canyon.
May 24, 2008: Bird Walk with the Yampa Valley Birding Club at Carpenter Ranch
Join a two-hour guided bird walk with the Yampa Valley Birding Club along the Yampa River at Carpenter Ranch, home to more than 140 species of migrating and nesting birds.
May 24, 2008: Rivers & Riparian Zones
Learn how rivers shape the streamside plant communities as a scientist/naturalist guides you into the upper reaches of Phantom Canyon and the North Fork of the Cache la Poudre River. Part of our River Adventure Days program.
May 30, 2008: On The Wing at Phantom: Guided Interpretive Hike
Celebrate the colorful and melodious Spring migration of neotropical songbirds in Phantom Canyon.
May 31, 2008: Bird Walk with Nancy Merrill at Carpenter Ranch
Join a two-hour guided bird walk with resident expert Nancy Merrill along the Yampa River at Carpenter Ranch, home to more than 140 species of migrating and nesting birds.
May 31, 2008: Hiking the East Rim at Phantom: Guided Interpretive Hike
Discover the natural secrets of Spring at Phantom Canyon.
June 2008
June 07, 2008: Bird Walk with Nancy Merrill at Carpenter Ranch
(Tentative) Join a two-hour guided bird walk with resident expert Nancy Merrill along the Yampa River at Carpenter Ranch, home to more than 140 species of migrating and nesting birds.
June 14, 2008: What’s Blooming at Phantom?: Guided Interpretive Hike
Enjoy the spectacular variety of native wildflowers at the peak of bloom in Phantom Canyon.
June 15, 2008: What’s Blooming at Phantom?: Guided Interpretive Hike
Enjoy the spectacular variety of native wildflowers at the peak of bloom in Phantom Canyon.
June 28, 2008: Learn to Fish by Reading a River
Have you always wanted to learn to fish better by knowing how to “read” a river? Then come along with a local naturalist and explore the upper reaches of Phantom Canyon & the North Fork.
August 2008
August 02, 2008: Spruce-Up Day at Carpenter Ranch
Volunteers needed to paint some ranch buildings, spruce up the gardens and give the ‘ole ranch some TLC! Bring your work gloves, garden tools and a picnic lunch. You’ll have time to take a leisurely walk along the Yampa and enjoy the beautiful scenery Carpenter Ranch has to offer.
August 03, 2008: Family River Exploring at Phantom: Guided Interpretive Hike
Bring your family and learn about the recovery and ecology of aquatic and riparian systems as a scientist/naturalist guides you into the upper reaches of Phantom Canyon, exploring the North Fork of the Cache la Poudre River.
August 09, 2008: Stargazing at Phantom: An Overnight Workshop
Come stargaze at Phantom Canyon! Enjoy a late-afternoon stroll with naturalists down into the canyon and then relax on the cabin porch as the sun sinks below the rim.
August 20, 2008: Guided Organized Community Group Hikes
Experience Phantom Canyon with up to 15 members of your organization.
August 23, 2008: Know Your Aquatic Insects
Learn about the intricate world of aquatic insects at Phantom Canyon.
August 24, 2008: Fishy Habits and Fish Habitats
Ever wonder how fish use rivers and where to find them? Our trip leaders will introduce you to fish communities and fish habitat on the North Fork of the Cache la Poudre River.
August 30, 2008: Guided Organized Community Group Hikes
Experience Phantom Canyon with up to 15 members of your organization.