For Teachers

Our parks are America's greatest classrooms, telling our stories and conserving the best natural spaces the nation has to offer.

Whether your class is in the park or visiting online, unique opportunities for learning and adventure await your students. Follow these links to learn how to use the park as a classroom, bring a ranger to your classroom, access curriculum materials, or arrange distance learning programs.

 
 
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Plan a Field Trip

Bring your class to the park! Explore options for self-guided and ranger-guided field trips.

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Distance Learning

Bring a park ranger into your classroom! Learn more about our live distance learning programs here.

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Classroom Programs

We bring the park to you! Invite a ranger to your classroom.

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Curriculum Materials

View educational materials for classroom use.

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Education

Experience Black Canyon in the classroom or on a field trip at the park.

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Learn About the Park

Explore webpages on a variety of park topics.

Last updated: May 15, 2025

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Contact Info

Mailing Address:

102 Elk Creek
(GPS/physical address = 9800 Highway 347, Montrose, CO)

Gunnison, CO 81230

Phone:

970-641-2337

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