Learn, explore, discover – talk the talk, and walk the walk with theses educational seminars that focus on issues impacting our local environment
Aspen Lodging Deal - Just for reading this blog post! Mention Environmental Studies and stay for as low as $49 p/p p/n. This price reflects a two bedroom condo at quad occupancy $196 per night. Applies to stays between 7-11-10 and 7-22-10, booked after 7-7-10 - For Booking You Must Call (877) 636-4626
July 12 :: Know Your Trees Aspen Center for Environmental Studies at Hallam Lake CES Director Tom Cardamone and Program Director Jim Kravitz will lead hour-long walks around the Hallam Lake neighborhood to identify the native trees. In our backyard there are at least 12 species of conifers and 11 species of deciduous trees and tall shrubs. Explore More activities at the ACES Website.
July 13-14 :: Restoration Ecology in Rocky Mountain Forests Aspen Center for Environmental Studies at Hallam Lake During this two-day course you will explore various long-term impacts to these forest systems, discuss restoration ecology and processes involved with these forests, and briefly discuss and review the ecology of bark beetles. Explore More activities at the ACES Website.
July 14, 21, 28 :: Natural History Hikes Aspen Center for Environmental Studies at Hallam Lake Join the experienced ACES naturalists for a day of hiking, exploring, and learning about the natural history of the local area. Hike locations include American Lake, Cathedral Lake, and the Lost Man Hike. Explore More activities at the ACES Website.
July 15, 22, 29 :: Morning Birding with ACES Aspen Center for Environmental Studies at Hallam Lake Thursday mornings, birders of any experience level are welcome, as this series is designed to enhance your birding knowledge, skills, and passion whether you are just beginning or already adept at identifying birds by their songs! Explore More activities at the ACES Website.
July 16, 30 :: Cycles in Nature Aspen Center for Environmental Studies at Hallam Lake Grab your own wheels and bike down to ACES for a fun one-day "natural history on the bike" class with ACES naturalist Aaron Taylor. Explore More activities at the ACES Website.
July 16-18 :: Photographing the Natural World Aspen Center for Environmental Studies at Hallam Lake Whether you are a hobbyist photographer headed out for a day hike around Maroon Bells or you are a serious shutterbug, learn the tricks of the trade from award-winning local photojournalist Pete McBride. Kids and Family Activities – Outdoor learning for everyone from 4 to 400 years of age. Explore More activities at the ACES Website.