Mariposa Lily Members and above, join Dr. Carol Boggs for an engaging event at the Rocky Mountain Biological Laboratory. Enjoy an insightful talk followed by a complimentary buffet-style meal in the beautiful Dining Hall at RMBL. This event offers a unique opportunity to connect with fellow nature enthusiasts, learn from Dr. Boggs’ expertise, and indulge…
Join Dr. Rick Williams for an informative tour of the Rocky Mountain Biological Laboratory Herbarium. Delve into the fascinating world of plant specimens, learn about the important research conducted at the Herbarium, and discover the diverse flora of the region. Dr. Williams will share his expertise and insights as you explore this valuable resource. Don’t…
Ben Goldfarb will speak with residents about Beaver habitat. Free and open to the public. Ben Goldfarb is an environmental journalist whose work has appeared in National Geographic, the Atlantic, Smithsonian Magazine, High Country News, and many other publications. He is the author of Crossings: How Road Ecology Is Shaping the Future of Our Planet,…
“The Rise of Recreation Exurbs & The Demise of Community” describes a fifty-plus year economic, political and cultural evolution of what until now has been an unrecognized development in American society. This work focuses on four new American recreation exurbs that are representative of others like them: Martha’s Vineyard, MA, (a typical ocean-side resort); Crested…
Voters approved Proposition 114 in November 2020, requiring Colorado Parks and Wildlife to make a plan to begin reintroducing wolves to the Western Slope of Colorado by the end of 2023. The wildlife agency first released 10 gray wolves captured in Oregon onto state land in Grand and Summit counties in December 2023. This discussion…
Join Kevin Grange at the Gunnison Branch Library for this engaging presentation on Grizzlies! In Grizzly Confidential, author Kevin Grange—former paramedic and park ranger at Yellowstone and Grand Teton—comes face-to-face with North America’s most fearsome predator, Ursus Arctos. His quest takes him from his home in the Tetons to an eerie, mist-shrouded island of gigantic…
In this “unflinching and wildly entertaining” investigation of the modern New Age movement in America, a journalist aims to understand how women like Amy Carlson (the leader of Love Has Won) and others become devoutly invested in their beliefs (Talia Lavin, author of Culture Warlords). Today, tarot cards, astrology and crystals are everywhere — on…
Gunnison Tough looks forward to carrying on local Tough Enough To Wear Pink traditions this summer through a new event… BULL FEST at the Gunnison Fairgrounds. We will be throwing a kick off party with music, country dance instruction, youth ranching games, cowboy poetry… lots of fun activities for all ages! • Bull Riding •…
This annual festival is a family friendly, river themed, art, recreation and education celebration, with a host of rafting, kayaking, and spectator opportunities for all. Taylor Downriver Race | Friday, June 20, 2025 The Taylor Downriver Race will start at 5:30 p.m. on Friday, June 21st at Todd’s Slot and take out at South Bank.…
This annual festival is a family friendly, river themed, art, recreation and education celebration, with a host of rafting, kayaking, SUPing, surfing and spectator opportunities for all. Taylor Downriver Race | Friday, June 20, 2025 The Taylor Downriver Race will start at 5:30 p.m. on Friday, June 21st at Todd’s Slot and take out at…