Rocky Mountain National Park: a unique classroom without walls
The Rocky Mountain Conservancy Field Institute program is committed to educating the public through an atmosphere of personal engagement with talented instructors who will expose you to the grandeur of the Rockies like never before.
Most classes are field-based, hands-on learning experiences in Rocky Mountain National Park. A wide range of topics are available, including wildflowers, mammals, birds, cultural history, outdoor skills, photography, painting and writing. Many of our classes fill up, so register early!
Not sure what you’ll need to bring with you for one of our courses? Click here for our 10 Essentials Gear List
If our scheduled courses don’t fit your schedule, let us know! Many courses and tours can be customized for a family or group. Learn more about our custom learning experiences here: Custom Learning Experiences
Featured classes
How Shall We Tell Their History? Women in Rocky Mountain National Park with Dr. Ruth Alexander
Celebrate the women who made history in Rocky Mountain National Park with the Conservancy and Dr. Ruth M. Alexander! The Estes Park community celebrates notable author Isabella Bird's arrival to […]
Bettie Course: Women’s Outdoor Climbing
This Bettie Course is offered to women and individuals that identify as women through the Rocky Mountain Conservancy in collaboration with KMAC guides, located in Estes Park, CO. This experience […]
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Science Connections with Derrick Taff
Science Connections with Derrick Taff
Join Rocky Mountain Conservancy for this engaging lecture series at The Old Gallery in Allenspark! Connecting specialty science, local research, current events and fascinating topics to the public, the Rocky […]
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How Shall We Tell Their History? Women in Rocky Mountain National Park with Dr. Ruth Alexander
How Shall We Tell Their History? Women in Rocky Mountain National Park with Dr. Ruth Alexander
Celebrate the women who made history in Rocky Mountain National Park with the Conservancy and Dr. Ruth M. Alexander! The Estes Park community celebrates notable author Isabella Bird's arrival to […]