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Program on the Bighorn Sheep: Colorado’s State Mammal(0)

On Saturday, June 25 join the Greater Arkansas River Nature Association (GARNA) and Jim Aragon of the Colorado Division of Wildlife for a program about Colorado’s state mammal, the bighorn sheep. Jim will give an in-depth presentation on the types of bighorn sheep found in our region, their habitat and life history. The bighorn sheep [...]

GARNA launches study for preservation and use of historic stage and railroad routes

GARNA launches study for preservation and use of historic stage and railroad routes(0)

Several general public open house meetings have been scheduled to explain the study and gather ideas and suggestions and reactions from the public

Award-winning documentary Bag It comes to Salida

Award-winning documentary Bag It comes to Salida(0)

Chaffee Citizens for Sustainability, Greater Arkansas River Nature Association and Central Colorado Foodshed Alliance are co-hosting a screening of the documentary Bag It

Attracting mountain bluebirds

Attracting mountain bluebirds(0)

A free program will be held on Thursday, April 21 at 7:00 p.m. at the Salida Café community room for individuals who want to learn more about Mountain Bluebird

Bluebird enthusiasts needed(0)

The Division of Wildlife (DOW) and the Greater Arkansas River Nature Association (GARNA) are seeking volunteers this spring for weekly bluebird nest box monitoring.

Healthy children, healthy planet is topic of free discussion course(0)

GARNA (The Greater Arkansas River Nature Association) is sponsoring a Northwest Earth Institute discussion course called “Healthy Child, Healthy Planet” that explores creating healthy environments for children.

Heritage Board seeks public comment

Heritage Board seeks public comment(0)

The Chaffee County Heritage Area Advisory Board extends a cordial invitation to all interested parties who would like to view and comment on a draft Plan for the Development of Wayside Media on the Collegiate Peaks Scenic and Historic Byway.

Zebulon Pike re-enactment(0)

Local resident Stew Brown will re-enact Private John Brown, one of Pike’s soldiers, as he tells the story of this exciting adventure which also included a Spanish spy mission and government treason.

Birds of Prey and Falconry Presentation(0)

GARNA Birds of Prey and Falconry Presentation Saturday, January 22 Because Buena Vista resident Mark Wolter’s presentations last year were so well-attended, GARNA has decided to schedule this presentation again. Mark has been a licensed Colorado falconer since he was twelve years old and has flown birds for wild game hunting for about 32 years. [...]

Ski with a Naturalist at Monarch

Ski with a Naturalist at Monarch(0)

Monarch Mountain is partnering with the US Forest Service Salida Ranger District and Greater Arkansas River Nature Association (GARNA) to offer locals and resort guests a free on-hill ski naturalist tour.

GARNA offers garden talk on medicinal herbs(0)

GARNA, the Greater Arkansas River Nature Association, is hosting a medicinal herb garden talk on Saturday, August 14

Hike among the wildflowers(0)

On Saturday, July 31, join GARNA and local wildflower expert Ruth Runge-Barnes for a hike to see and identify our summer wildflowers. Ruth will select a Chaffee County location that offers the best wildflower viewing at the time of the hike. Be prepared to hike several miles in order to view a wide variety of [...]

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  • Music and Dance this week

    Join us for the Creative Mixer and BV Contra Dance.

  • Central Colorado Humanists present annual Darwin Day Celebration

    February 12, 2012 from 2-4 PM at the Salida Community Center, corner of F and Third Streets in Salida. Scott Adams, Ellen Bauder, PhD and Dr Michael Forman will discuss evolution, plant ecology and Mr Darwin. Eat your cake and enjoy Darwin too.

  • Rocketman Jimmy Descant Instant Art Event

    One piece of sculpture built before your eyes, music, painting, and food. Steamplant theatre, Salida Colorado.  February 9, 2012.  Doors open at 6, event from 7-9pm. Don’t Miss It.

  • AVHR Open Skate and Bake Sale

    Chaffee County’s only roller derby league, The Ark Valley High Rollers, will be hosting their 2nd annual Valentine’s Day fundraiser to support and fund future bouts. It is an open skate and bake sale fundraiser at the Chaffee County Fairgrounds on Saturday, Feb. 11, 2012. The fun kicks off at 1:00 PM at The Fairgrounds.

  • CMC offers Introduction to Natural History

    Maggie Gaddis sent us a note this morning. Registration for her 3 credit CMC course Introduction to Natural History closes tomorrow. What a great way to increase your knowledge of your Rocky Mountain home.

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