Nature Workshop: On the Trails with Steve Johnson

Our Nature Workshops cater to adult learners, providing an engaging and hands-on approach to exploring the wonders of the natural world in the beautiful setting of the Rocky Mountains.

On the Trail with Steve Johnson
Awaken your curiosity! Hike lesser known trails in and around Rocky Mountain National Park. Hiking in the montane, sub alpine, and up to the tundra in different areas of the eastern side of the Park will help you see the rich variety of ecosystems and locations worthy of the effort required to reach them. Participants will gain knowledge of specific habitats, annual patterns in the animal world, forest fire succession, weathering and erosion, and climate conditions that limit plant and animal species. Participants in the class must be willing to walk 5-10 miles daily with a daypack holding food, water, and bad weather clothing.

Workshop Times:
Monday, August 4: 8am-4pm
Tuesday, August 5: 8am-4pm

Workshop registration is $195. Registration includes small group instruction and transportation (if applicable). Lodging and meals are not included. After registration you will receive an email two weeks prior to the workshop with a syllabus and supplies/items needed.

Book your lodging separately here!

About the Instructor:
Steve Johnson is a long time Estes Park resident. He has been a former trails worker and is a current environmental educator for the YMCA of the Rockies leading people through experiential learning. Steve has 25 years of experience as an outdoor educator and 12 years of experience as a science teacher in the Estes Park Schools. He has many seasons of winter camping experience while a Boy Scout and a Boy Scout leader. He has a life time of experience as an outdoor enthusiast!