Live Virtual Programs

A ranger presents an illustrated program for a classroom over a live video call.

NPS Photo

Let us bring the park to you – virtually! Black Canyon and Curecanti offer live virtual programs. These free programs are a great way to introduce your students to both parks and their resources. We recommend that you contact us at least one month in advance of your desired date for a distance learning program.

Please note: Groups will be asked to complete a technology test call approximately one week before the program.

What Do I Need?

To participate, groups will need the following equipment:

• Computer, webcam, projector, speakers

• Video conferencing platform (Google Meets, Zoom, Teams)

• Stable high-speed internet connection

How Do I Sign Up?

To request a program, please e-mail us or call [phone] ext. 203 with the following information:

• Three or more preferred dates and times

• The number of students per class

• Special needs or other pertinent information for your group

• Contact information: school phone number and address, teacher phone number (cell preferred) and email address

 

Dillon Pinnacles

NPS/S. Snell-Dobert

All Ages | Ask A Ranger

Students prepare questions ahead of time and spend 30-60 minutes with the ranger discussing park geology, ecology, conservation, human history, and what it means to be a National Park Service ranger. Program length depends on how many questions students prepare and the time restraints of the class. Questions can be emailed to park staff in advance. (30-60 minutes)

Colorado Academic Standards: varies. Next Generation Science Standards: varies.

 

Astronomy program with telescope viewing

Photo by Joyce Tanihara

Fifth Grade | Defenders of the Night Sky

Join a ranger at Black Canyon of the Gunnison National Park and Curecanti National Recreation Area – International Dark Sky Parks – to explore why darkness matters for wildlife and humans, dark sky friendly lighting practices, and how we can work together to protect darkness. (60 minutes)

Colorado Academic Standards: SC.5.3.5. Next Generation Science Standards: 5-ESS3-1.