News Release

Activities Planned at Florissant Fossil Beds National Monument in October 2019

Date: October 7, 2019
Contact: Jeff Wolin, [phone] ext. 202

Activities Planned at Florissant Fossil Beds National Monument in October 2019 (Hours of Operation 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM)

Special Programs:
Friday, October 18, Night Sky Program, 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM 
Join park staff and members of the Colorado Springs Astronomical Society to gaze at the dark skies above Florissant Fossil Beds in search of planets, galaxies, nebulas, and more. Meet at the visitor center.

15 for 50 Hiking Contest (Deadline Extended Until End of Month!)
Hike all 15 miles of the Monument’s trails to celebrate the 50^th Anniversary and earn a Florissant Fossil Beds Trail Map Bandanna. By popular demand, the deadline has been extended until the end of October. Details and the Challenge Log can be found at the front desk in the Visitor Center at Florissant fossil Beds National Monument.