Craters Of The Moon National Monument & Preserve - Schedule Of Events (U.S. National Park Service)

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July 2008

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Ranger Led Activities

Summer 2008 Programs

June 13 thru Sept. 1

Daily from 9:00 a.m. until 5:00 p.m. on the hour– “A Trip to the Moon”:
Part of the “Outdoor Idaho” series, this film provides an excellent introduction to the natural and cultural history of the Monument (25 minutes).

Daily from 9:30 a.m. until 4:30 p.m. on the half-hour – “Among the Craters of the Moon”:
Created in 2005 by documentary film-maker Steve Wursta, this is a shortened version (17 minutes) of an hour long presentation about the fascinating life and times of explorer and park-founder, Robert Limbert.

Daily from 8:00 a.m. - 6 :00 p.m. - The Flows: Photography and Poetry of the Great Rift:
The stark, unearthly beauty of the Great Rift affects all who experience it. Explore how photographers Tim Frazier, Roger Boe and poet Will Peterson interpret the flows through their art. View this collection of photographs and accompanying poetry in the Visitor Center theater.

9:00 am Daily- Broken Top Loop/Buffalo Caves Hike:
Hike over, under and around a volcano on this fascinating hike. Bring sturdy boots, water, and a flashlight. Meet at the Tree Molds Trailhead. Hike is 1.8 miles in length and takes 2 hours.

1 pm and 4 pm Daily- Cave Walks:
A paved trail leads through ropy seas of pahoehoe lava. At the end of the trail you will descend into the strange underground world of a lava tube. Wear sturdy shoes and bring a flashlight. Meet at the Caves area trailhead. Hike is 1 mile in length and takes 1.5 hours.

7:30 pm Nightly- Junior Rangers:
Learn to be a Ranger! Fun activities for kids ages 6-12. Parents are welcome too. Meet at the campground amphitheater. Program takes 1 hour.

9:30 pm (9 pm in August) Nightly- Evening Program:
Rangers present different programs at the amphitheater, with topics ranging from volcanoes to history. Bring a jacket and carry a flashlight for the walk back to your campsite. Program takes 1 hour.


			Did You Know? In 1970 Craters of the Moon became one of the first areas in the National Park System to be designated as a federal Wilderness area. Craters of the Moon contains vast areas where visitors have an opportunity to experience the earth as it was.