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SUMMARY:Cortez Rendezvous Balloon Rally
DESCRIPTION:Up\, up and away with the Cortez Rendezvous Balloon Rally! For over 20 years this annual event on the first weekend in August has brought a weekend of Hot Air Balloon family-friendly activities for locals\, tourists and balloon enthusiasts from near and far. \nMorning Launches is your time to experience the fascinating process of Balloon preparation and launch as they inflate and lift off in the early morning hours. Interested in HANDS ON experience? Volunteer to assist a pilot and be part of the ground Crew! \nAn Evening Glow features an amazing array of Hot Air Balloons lighting up the night sky. Tethered Balloon rides\, activities for kids\, visits with the Pilots\, music and more create a magical evening event. \nAll of the Cortez Rendezvous events are weather permitting. Launches and Balloon Glow take place in Parque de Vida\, a jewel of the City of Cortez Parks System\, and the skies over Cortez\, Colorado. \nMake a weekend stay of it! Help support local businesses by visiting our many retail shops and restaurants while in Cortez. Check out lodging opportunities in our beautiful area as well as other activities and sites to plan an extended visit. \n 
URL:https://mesaverdecountry.com/event/cortez-rendezvous-balloon-rally-4/
LOCATION:Parque de Vida\, R008724\, Cortez\, CO\, 81321\, United States
CATEGORIES:Annual & Featured,Family Fun,Outdoors & Recreation
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SUMMARY:Volunteer Gardeners Wanted
DESCRIPTION:Do you love plants and flowers?  Are you interested in developing your green thumb? Do you want to spend your Thursday mornings in a beautiful place while also playing in the dirt? You are invited to join us in caring for the stunning gardens at Canyons of the Ancients Visitor Center and Museum.  Whether you are new to gardening and looking to expand your knowledge or a seasoned vet\, this volunteer opportunity is open to all!  Garden volunteers meet every Thursday around 9:00 AM during the spring\, summer\, and fall.  If you would like to learn more about volunteering\, please inquire with Jennifer Humphreys via phone or email.  Jennifer can be reached at (970) 882-5600 or Jmhumphreys@blm.gov.
URL:https://mesaverdecountry.com/event/volunteer-gardeners-wanted-6/
LOCATION:Canyons of the Ancients Visitor Center & Museum\, Canyons of the Ancients Visitor Center & Museum: 27501 CO-184\, Dolores\, CO\, 81323\, United States
CATEGORIES:Outdoors & Recreation
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20250814T090000
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SUMMARY:Volunteer Gardeners Wanted
DESCRIPTION:Do you love plants and flowers?  Are you interested in developing your green thumb? Do you want to spend your Thursday mornings in a beautiful place while also playing in the dirt? You are invited to join us in caring for the stunning gardens at Canyons of the Ancients Visitor Center and Museum.  Whether you are new to gardening and looking to expand your knowledge or a seasoned vet\, this volunteer opportunity is open to all!  Garden volunteers meet every Thursday around 9:00 AM during the spring\, summer\, and fall.  If you would like to learn more about volunteering\, please inquire with Jennifer Humphreys via phone or email.  Jennifer can be reached at (970) 882-5600 or Jmhumphreys@blm.gov.
URL:https://mesaverdecountry.com/event/volunteer-gardeners-wanted-7/
LOCATION:Canyons of the Ancients Visitor Center & Museum\, Canyons of the Ancients Visitor Center & Museum: 27501 CO-184\, Dolores\, CO\, 81323\, United States
CATEGORIES:Outdoors & Recreation
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250817
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SUMMARY:3-Day Indigenous Foodways Workshop
DESCRIPTION:A Journey into Indigenous Wisdom\, Wild Food Pathways\, and Vibrant Cuisine \nBegins Sunday\, August 17 at 8:00 a.m. and ends Tuesday\, August 19 @ 5:00 p.m. \nEmbark on a transformative journey into the heart of traditional knowledge systems and sustainable food pathways\, held at the breathtaking High Camp Hut in Colorado’s majestic San Juan Mountains. \nGuided by esteemed educators with unique and complementary perspectives\, you’ll engage in immersive activities like high mountain hiking\, mindful foraging\, plant-based demonstrations\, and vibrant food preparation inspired by Indigenous cuisine. This unforgettable experience invites you to celebrate cultural heritage\, explore the ethics of gathering\, and nourish body and soul with the life-sustaining elements of wild plants\, medicine\, and clean water. \nLimited space available and advanced registration required. After July 17\, registration will be based on availability\, so act now to guarantee your place! \nThis cultural travel seminar is offered through Crow Canyon’s Cultural Explorations program. Get the details and full itinerary at: \nhttps://crowcanyon.org/programs/indigenous-foodways-workshop/
URL:https://mesaverdecountry.com/event/3-day-indigenous-foodways-workshop/
LOCATION:Crow Canyon Archaeological Center\, 23390 Road K\, Cortez\, CO\, 81321
CATEGORIES:Culture & Art,Food & Drink,Outdoors & Recreation
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SUMMARY:Intro to Night Sky Photography
DESCRIPTION:Join us at Canyons of the Ancients Visitor Center and Museum at 7:30 PM on Wednesday August 20\, 2025\, for an inspiring evening under the stars with local photographer Kurt Hillman.  Kurt will walk attendees through the basic is of night sky photography\, including equipment suggestions\, camera settings\, and composition strategies.
URL:https://mesaverdecountry.com/event/intro-to-night-sky-photography/
LOCATION:Canyons of the Ancients Visitor Center & Museum\, Canyons of the Ancients Visitor Center & Museum: 27501 CO-184\, Dolores\, CO\, 81323\, United States
CATEGORIES:Culture & Art,Outdoors & Recreation
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UID:13360-1755766800-1755772200@mesaverdecountry.com
SUMMARY:Volunteer Gardeners Wanted
DESCRIPTION:Do you love plants and flowers?  Are you interested in developing your green thumb? Do you want to spend your Thursday mornings in a beautiful place while also playing in the dirt? You are invited to join us in caring for the stunning gardens at Canyons of the Ancients Visitor Center and Museum.  Whether you are new to gardening and looking to expand your knowledge or a seasoned vet\, this volunteer opportunity is open to all!  Garden volunteers meet every Thursday around 9:00 AM during the spring\, summer\, and fall.  If you would like to learn more about volunteering\, please inquire with Jennifer Humphreys via phone or email.  Jennifer can be reached at (970) 882-5600 or Jmhumphreys@blm.gov.
URL:https://mesaverdecountry.com/event/volunteer-gardeners-wanted-8/
LOCATION:Canyons of the Ancients Visitor Center & Museum\, Canyons of the Ancients Visitor Center & Museum: 27501 CO-184\, Dolores\, CO\, 81323\, United States
CATEGORIES:Outdoors & Recreation
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UID:13362-1756371600-1756377000@mesaverdecountry.com
SUMMARY:Volunteer Gardeners Wanted
DESCRIPTION:Do you love plants and flowers?  Are you interested in developing your green thumb? Do you want to spend your Thursday mornings in a beautiful place while also playing in the dirt? You are invited to join us in caring for the stunning gardens at Canyons of the Ancients Visitor Center and Museum.  Whether you are new to gardening and looking to expand your knowledge or a seasoned vet\, this volunteer opportunity is open to all!  Garden volunteers meet every Thursday around 9:00 AM during the spring\, summer\, and fall.  If you would like to learn more about volunteering\, please inquire with Jennifer Humphreys via phone or email.  Jennifer can be reached at (970) 882-5600 or Jmhumphreys@blm.gov.
URL:https://mesaverdecountry.com/event/volunteer-gardeners-wanted-9/
LOCATION:Canyons of the Ancients Visitor Center & Museum\, Canyons of the Ancients Visitor Center & Museum: 27501 CO-184\, Dolores\, CO\, 81323\, United States
CATEGORIES:Outdoors & Recreation
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