News Release

Winter Ecology Series: Free Guided Hike on February 21 Focusing on Plant and Animal Winter Adaptations

Date: February 8, 2018
Contact: Hike Reservations, 970-529-4631
Contact: Cristy Brown, 970-529-4608

Learn about the winter adaptations of plants and animals in the Four Corners region during a free guided hike on Wednesday, February 21 from 9:00 am to 12:00 pm. Join Mesa Verde park staff as they explore the amazing ways animals and plants survive in the cold winter environment, while examining the winter habitats of Morefield Campground. The guided hike is free, but advance sign-up is required as there is a limit of 20 people. Children should be at least 7 years old to join the hike. Participants will meet at the Morefield Village parking lot at Morefield Campground, and then explore the hillsides around the campground. Be prepared to be outdoors for 2 to 3 hours with extra layers of warm clothing and water. 

To sign up for the hike, for weather conditions, or for more information on the hike, please call the Chapin Mesa Archeological Museum at 970-529-4631.

Morefield Campground is located 4 miles from the park entrance. The park entrance fee is $15. More information and other upcoming hikes can be found at http://go.nps.gov/mvwgh.

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