Rocky Mountain Arsenal is one of the country's largest urban wildlife refuges and boasts expansive views of the Rocky Mountain skyline. The Arsenal is a success story in environmental remediation and prairie grassland ecosystem restoration following its history as a chemical weapons manufacturing facility from WWII through the Cold War. Today, the Refuge is home to thriving populations, including reintroduced populations of bison and black-footed ferrets, as well as deer, prairie dogs, roosting bald eagles, burrowing owls, hawks, songbirds, and waterfowl.
This field trip will get an early start for the best wildlife and bird viewing. Participants should be prepared to walk up to 5 miles. Please bring plenty of water, warm layers, sun protection, and binoculars. Additional water and snacks will be provided.