Special Events
Visitor at the Army Camp during Timeline 2011 Annual Timeline Living History Event Travel through time as you explore our Timeline Living History Event on Saturday May 12, 2012. During the event you can visit 5 Living History camps/locations were you will learn what life was like as a fur trader in 1826, a pioneer traveling along the Oregon/Applegate trail, and an Army solider during the Modoc war. You can explore Mushpot cave with J.D. Howard, who is known for finding and naming over 120 caves and geologic formations here at Lava Beds, and learn about homesteading in Lava Beds from Polly Merrill who's family tired it in the early 1900's . Three formal programs will also be presented: 11:00 am at Lyons Trailhead - Fur traders will demonstrate how to start a fire, throw a knife and give you a peek into life as a fur trader. 1:00 pm at Mushpot Cave - J.D. Howard will guide visitors through Mushpot Cave will talking about his cave exploration years at Lava Beds. 3:00 pm at Gillems Camp Cemetery - Army soldiers will commemorate those who died on both sides of the Modoc War in a ceremony. Don't forget your cameras, because following the ceremony all presenters will gather for a group photo. 
Annular Solar Eclipse on May 20, 2012 Enjoy activities at Captain Jack's Stronghold from 5 pm - 7pm, including:
Please remember to view the sun safely with special solar glasses. FREE solar glasses to the first 25 individuals who inquire at the event! Other glasses available for sale at the bookstore and event site for $2. Be Sun Safe! NEVER view the sun without proper safety equipment! For further information please call the visitor center at 530-667-8113. 
Voulnteer shows Ranger Carolyn how to view the sun safely. Astronomy Day & Night Sky Event - July 14, 2012 We are still working out the details for 2012. If you are interested in volunteering to help with this event please call Hadlock at 530-667-8112 or e-mail us.
To view our clear sky forecast Click to view last years event flyer Click to view last years press release 
Ranger Alan helps Jr. Rangers make replica arrowheads Jr. Ranger Day - August 11, 2012 Children of all ages will enjoy special activities and a special evening program. We are still planning the activities for 2012, but please feel free to take a look at what we did last year. Last year's activities will included, Replica Arrowhead Making, a Habitat Scavenger Hunt, a Cave Obstacle Course, Bat Wonders with art and Bat Fact Trading Cards. These hands on activities and programs allow Jr. Rangers to be creative while they Explore, Learn about and Protect Lava Beds Habitats. Event Poster from 2011 Press Release from 2011 |
Did You Know?
Sickle-pod rockcress (Arabis sparsiflora) is a common spring flower in rocky areas of the monument. It gets its name from the long, curved, sickle shaped seed pods that form along the flower stalk as its blooms mature.