# Event Details - **Event Name**: Edible and Medicinal Plants of Rocky Mountain National Park - **Event Start and End Date**: Tue, 07 Jul, 2026 at 09:00 am – Tue, 07 Jul, 2026 at 03:00 pm (-06:00) - **Event Description**: Join us to learn about the edible and medicinal plants found in Rocky Mountain National Park!About this EventNot only are Rocky’s plants diverse and beautiful, but many species were part of the grocery store and Ph*rm*cy of earlier peoples and are still used today. We will explore these edible and medicinal species with a focus on their identification, current and historic usage as food and medicine, preparation techniques, ethical harvesting, and conservation. We will also discuss some toxic species to avoid!Participants will:- Acquire skills in identifying native and non-native edible and medicinal plants found in the southern Rocky Mountains, as well as toxic species to avoid.- Learn about common, traditional, and historic uses of wild plants, plant parts used, and methods of preparation for food and medicine.- Understand the importance of plant conservation, ethical harvesting, and safe use of wild plants.Who: Participants ages 16 and up.Program level: Moderate – These programs are most appropriate for those with some hiking experience. Expect to travel 1-2 miles over the course of the program and to be on your feet for several hours at a time. Participants should be comfortable navigating both maintained trails and unmaintained meadows or wooded areas. Transportation will be in a 15-passenger van with bench seats and a narrow aisle that requires stepping up to enter. Prior experience hiking or walking above 8,000 feet is recommended.This program is entirely field based.When: Tuesday, July 7, 2026 from 9:00am to 3:00pmWhere: Meet at the Estes Park Visitor Center and travel together to various locations within RMNP in Conservancy vehicles. All required fees and permits for park entry are included in your registration.What to Bring:10 Essentials for Field Institute CoursesAbout Your Instructor: Leanne Benton is a former ranger-naturalist in Rocky Mountain National Park who has led wildflower and tundra ecology walks in the park for 35 years and has studied and photographed the park’s wildflowers for more than 40 years.Refund Policy:Cancellations made more than 30 days prior to the start of the course are eligible for a full refund. Cancellations made fewer than 30 days in advance are not eligible for a refund.Our programs proceed rain or shine, and participants should be prepared for inclement weather. However, should we decide to cancel a program due to unsafe weather or emergency conditions, we will notify participants by email and automatically issue full refunds.Conservancy members get 10% off individual registration when you use the discount code in your membership email! Not a member of the Conservancy? Learn more and join here: If you have questions about this course, please contact the Field Institute by email at education@RMConservancy.org or by phone at 970-586-3262. - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/estes-park/edible-and-medicinal-plants-of-rocky-mountain-national-park/100001824422700409 - **Event Categories**: workshops, trips-adventures, trekking - **Interested Audience**: - total_interested_count: 0 ## Ticket Details - **Ticket Price Range**: min: 127.47, max: 127.47, currency: USD ## Event venue details - **city**: Estes Park - **state**: CO - **country**: United States - **location**: Estes Park Visitor Center - **lat**: 40.37882190000001 - **long**: -105.5142921 - **full address**: Estes Park Visitor Center, 500 Big Thompson Avenue, Estes Park, United States ## Event gallery - **Alt text**: Edible and Medicinal Plants of Rocky Mountain National Park - **Image URL**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events7/banners/eee2736065e971e13fac0e742d456abd4481aa7b2225d0bf3aec95f530461f98-rimg-w1200-h600-dc324b02-gmir.jpg?v=1764384374 ## FAQs - **Q**: When and where is Edible and Medicinal Plants of Rocky Mountain National Park being held? - **A:** Edible and Medicinal Plants of Rocky Mountain National Park takes place on Tue, 07 Jul, 2026 at 09:00 am to Tue, 07 Jul, 2026 at 03:00 pm at Estes Park Visitor Center, 500 Big Thompson Avenue, Estes Park, United States. - **Q**: How much do tickets cost for Edible and Medicinal Plants of Rocky Mountain National Park? - **A:** Tickets for Edible and Medicinal Plants of Rocky Mountain National Park are priced at USD 127 per person. Here's a full breakdown of available ticket types:Ticket TypePriceAvailabilityIndividual RegistrationUSD 127 + USD 7 feeAvailable - **Q**: Who is organizing Edible and Medicinal Plants of Rocky Mountain National Park? - **A:** Edible and Medicinal Plants of Rocky Mountain National Park is organized by Rocky Mountain Conservancy Education Team. - **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me? - **A:** Edible and Medicinal Plants of Rocky Mountain National Park is ideal for learners, working professionals, and skill-builders looking to gain hands-on knowledge and practical expertise in a focused, interactive setting. Whether you're a first-time attendee or a longtime enthusiast in Estes Park, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. 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