Each summer Denali blooms in a vibrant tapestry of wildflowers.  Come experience Denali during this beautiful time of year.  On Saturday, we will meet up with Denali National Park botanist Carl Roland for a hike to explore these lovely mountainside colors. We’ll learn how to identify plants by sight, with a hand lens, and with field guides. We’ll also investigate how subarctic flora adapt to extreme latitude and high elevation while learning about the park’s unique patterns of plant diversity and ecological history.

Bring your family and spend the holiday weekend at the Teklanika Field Camp in Denali National Park. A field camp host will be available to help your family plan exploration adventures and answer any questions you may have about Denali. Family friendly activities will be provided, including a guided hike and suggestions for activities you can do on your own as a family.

As the days grow shorter, grizzly bears are preparing for their long winter’s sleep. Come spend a Saturday with Denali National Park wildlife biologist Pat Owen and hear tales from her 30 years of studying bears in the park. We will spend our time investigating grizzly bear habitat while learning about this animal’s behavior, life history, and their role in the Denali ecosystem. We’ll also discuss ongoing grizzly bear research and how to stay safe in bear country.