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Fire Lookout Hiking Series

Multiple: Join us for a four-course hiking series in Glacier National Park as we explore the park’s historic fire lookouts. Each day, participants will hike to different lookouts, gaining a deeper understanding of fire ecology.... [READ MORE]
Stargazing and Astronomy in Glacier National Park

Stargazing: An Introduction to Astronomy

October 17 from 7 - 10 PM: Join us for an unforgettable evening of stargazing and discovery under the breathtaking skies of Columbia Falls! Our newly launched location sets the perfect backdrop for this immersive, hands-on astronomy course, designed... [READ MORE]
Harlequin Duck day Camp

Glacier’s Harlequins | Guided Educational Program

May 16, 2026: In Glacier Park, Harlequin ducks are rarer than grizzly bears, as secretive as goshawks, and as specialized as mountain goats. We’ll spend the day looking into the lives of these little-known natives and observing them feeding... [READ MORE]
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Spring Mushrooms and Lichens | Educational Program

May 23, 2026: This course will provide a thorough introduction to fungi and the role they play in the northern Rockies ecosystem. We will study common species of fungi and lichen, their macroscopic features, spores and  ecological niches. We... [READ MORE]

Forest and Prairie Wildflowers | Educational Program

May 30, 2026: June is the ideal month to observe the blooms of the prairies, foothills and forests. Anyone who delights in wildflowers will be thrilled with the dozens of flower species we’ll encounter as we travel up and over the Continental... [READ MORE]

Wildflower Workshop

June 13, 2026: 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... [READ MORE]

Art in the Heart of Glacier

June 14, 2026: 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... [READ MORE]
Guided Day Hike with The Uncommon Loon

The Uncommon Loon – Guided Educational Program

June 21, 2026: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... [READ MORE]
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Birds of Glacier (East, West, and Alpine)

July 10, 2026: Join us to explore the diverse birdlife of the east side of Glacier National Park. From identifying common species to understanding their behaviors, ecological roles, and migration patterns, this course offers a deep dive into the... [READ MORE]

Painting Wildflowers in Watercolors

July 11-12, 2026: 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... [READ MORE]
Highline Geology

Geology of the Highline Trail

July 12, 2026: The geologic features one can see along the Highline trail offer stunning glimpses of time in Glacier's history. Our many vantage points provide spectacular views of the classic glacial landscape. Along the hike we will make several... [READ MORE]
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Montana Master Naturalist | 5-Day Educational Program

July 13 at 7 a.m. - July 17 at 4 p.m.: Five-day intensive field course teaching plant, flower, and bird identification plus landscape interpretation in Glacier National Park. ... [READ MORE]