Events
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Cinco de Mayo Star Party with Big Sky Astronomy
Glacier Institute Nature Center 7450 HWY 2 East, Columbia Falls, United StatesJoin The Glacier Institute and the Big Sky Astronomy Club for an evening full of fun and education. Whether you're a curious beginner or a seasoned stargazer, there’s something here for you! Bring your friends, bring your family, and come explore the wonders of the universe with us. May 5th, 2026 - Starting at 7pm…
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Field Camp Volunteer Day
Glacier Institute Field Camp Glacier Institute Rd, West Glacier, MT, United StatesJoin the Glacier Institute for a day volunteering at our Field Camp location located in West Glacier! Come learn more about what programs we offer and lend a helping hand in our preparation for the season. Potential Projects: - Grounds Maintenance - Landscaping - Cleaning - Organizing Library - Fixing Picnic Tables - Painting and…
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Nature Center Volunteer Day
Glacier Institute Nature Center 7450 HWY 2 East, Columbia Falls, United StatesJoin the Glacier Institute for a day volunteering at our Nature Center location located in Columbia Falls! Come learn more about what programs we offer while lending a helping hand in our preparation for the season. Potential Projects: - Landscaping - Trash Clean Up - Sign Posting - Brush Clearing - Trail Work - Rockwork…
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Tales of Glacier – Stories Behind the Scenery
Glacier Institute Nature Center 7450 HWY 2 East, Columbia Falls, United StatesJoin the Glacier Institute for our first session of the series 'Tales of Glacier' with speaker Denny Olson. Denny will be providing a presentation on Glacier National Park: Stories Behind the Scenery addressing interesting and 'bet you didn't know this!' stories about the GNP fauna, flora, and ecosystem. Event is hosted outside the Trappers Cabin…
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Wildflower Workshop
Glacier Institute Field Camp Glacier Institute Rd, West Glacier, MT, United StatesJune 13 at 7 – 4 p.m. Instructor: Janet Paul Bones Glacier National Park is a wildflower aficionado’s paradise. With nearly 1,000 species of wildflowers located within its boundaries, Glacier provides an abundance of beauty and learning opportunities for those who know where to look. In this course, participants will have the opportunity to identify…
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Art in the Heart of Glacier
Glacier Institute Field Camp Glacier Institute Rd, West Glacier, MT, United StatesInstructor: Sydney Boveng June 14, 2026 at 8am Join local artist Sydney Boveng for a half-day art course in the breathtaking setting of Glacier National Park. This immersive experience includes a short hike through some of the park’s most scenic landscapes, offering inspiration from its towering peaks, alpine lakes, and pristine wilderness. Sydney will be…
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Glacier Institute Welcome Center Ribbon Cutting
Glacier Institute Nature Center 7450 HWY 2 East, Columbia Falls, United StatesGlacier Institute Welcome Center Ribbon Cutting Date: Wednesday, June 17th, 2026 Time: 4:00 PM – 5:00 PM Presentations and Official Ribbon Cutting: 4:15 PM – 4:30 PM The Glacier Institute team (and many wonderful wonderful volunteers) have poured themselves into this project over the past year and we are extremely proud to welcome the public.…
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Birding by Ear in Glacier National Park
Glacier Institute Field Camp Glacier Institute Rd, West Glacier, MT, United StatesTo Be Rescheduled Instructor: Denny Olson Glacier National Park comprises more than 1 million acres of diverse and stunning bird habitat. Encounter both common and uncommon bird species that thrive in and around the park on an adventure led by expert birder Denny Olson, who possesses an intimate knowledge of Glacier’s unending hideaways. Enjoy two…
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The Uncommon Loon – Guided Educational Program
Glacier Institute Field Camp Glacier Institute Rd, West Glacier, MT, United StatesJune 21 at 7 a.m. Instructor: Denny Olson This course will focus on the unique creature that calls many of the lakes in Glacier National Park home. Through this course we will learn about loon anatomy, propulsion, flying, eye color and other adaptations. We will spend time exploring premier loon habitat in Glacier, with participants…
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Tales of Glacier – The Paradox of the Hungry Horse Dam.
Glacier Institute Nature Center 7450 HWY 2 East, Columbia Falls, United StatesSpeaker Mike Carpenter will tell a little history about the Hungry Horse Dam and how this all came about and what lies in store from the eyes of a fly fisherman. The event will be hosted outside the Trappers Cabin (covered) at the Glacier Institute's HQ in a covered space. Beer and Wine will be…
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Painting Wildflowers in Watercolors
Glacier Institute Field Camp Glacier Institute Rd, West Glacier, MT, United StatesJuly 11 at 8 a.m. – July 12 at 4 p.m. Instructor: Hillary Parker Join Montana Master Naturalist and international award-winning botanical watercolor artist Hillary Parker for this fun and creative course that focuses on drawing and painting the breathtaking wildflowers, blooming in the meadows and along trails throughout Glacier National Park. With a new…
$495