As summer winds down please join us for a Ranger guided walk or special presentations and events:
Daily- Ranger guided Walks and Talks:
Climb a volcano, explore a lava tube or join us for an evening presentation in the campground. Our full schedule of walks and talks are offered daily through September 7. Look for a detailed schedule at:https://www.nps.gov/crmo/planyourvisit/events.htm
Daily- "Craters through the Seasons" Art Show: 8 a.m. - 6 p.m.In the summer of 2010 Cindy Tower became Crater's first "Artist in Residence". Last February Shelley McCarl experienced a different side of Craters by painting the winter landscape View these artist's interpretations of the Craters of the Moon landscape through the seasons at a special exhibit in our Visitor Center Theater.
August 3 - Evening Hike: 7 p.m. - 10 p.m. Take advantage of cooler temperatures and softer light with this evening hike around and to the top of North Crater. This moderate 3 mile hike will involve some off-trail hiking and elevation gain. Hiking boots, snacks, and water are required. A hiking stick is also recommended. Reservations are available by calling 208-527-1335. Meet at the North Crater Trailhead.
August 3 - Fire Prevention Education Team: 8 p.m. Jr. Rangers / 9:00 p.m.
Members of the BLM Wildland Fire Prevention Education Team will provide special evening presentations this night including a Young Firefighter activity during the Junior Ranger program and the evening campground presentation.Meet in the campground amphitheater for both events.
August 25- National Park Service BirthdayHappy birthday to us! Celebrate the 97th anniversary of the National Park Service with a visit to Idaho's largest national park unit. Entrance is free at all National Park Service sites on this day.
August 31- Sage-grouse Talk:9 p.m.
Join Idaho Department of Fish and Game biologist, Dave Musil for an entertaining and thought provoking presentation about the spectacular Sage-grouse. Find out why this bird species is being monitored closely at Craters of the Moon and throughout its range. Meet in the campground amphitheater.
Source: U.S. Department of the Interior, National Park Service
