Poetry in the Park
March 12, 2010

This one-day poetry reading/workshop, hosted by Zion Canyon Field Institute in cooperation with the Utah State Poetry Society, will be held in Zion National Park Friday, March 12. Poetry in the Park presenter, acclaimed poet, editor, and author, N. Colwell Snell, has won many national prizes.
Price: US $50.00

Wednesday Naturalist Walk
March 24, 2010

Enjoy the wonders of nature and Zion Canyon with zoologist/ecologist, Dr. Allen Brown. He will explain the complex interactions of the physical and biological worlds that shape the unique ecology of Zion National Park.
Price: US $45.00

Thursday Trek
March 25, 2010


Field Institute treks are a great way to explore and learn about Zion. Join a Field Institute naturalist for an introduction to the geology, flora, fauna and cultural history of Zion.
Price: US $45.00

Lytle Preserve
April 2 & 3, 2010


Thirty-six miles west of St. George, Utah, across the Beaver Dam Mountains, is a natural oasis known as the Lytle Preserve. This remarkable area of beauty and biological diversity - one of the West's most delicate and unique ecosystems - is preserved for study and enjoyment.
Price: US $150.00

Thursday Trek
April 8, 2010

Field Institute treks are a great way to explore and learn about Zion. Join a Field Institute naturalist for an introduction to the geology, flora, fauna and cultural history of Zion.
Price: US $45.00

Zion's Low Desert Wildflowers
April 9, 2010

Zion National Park has the richest and most diverse plant flora of any park in Utah with nearly 1000 different species. Much of the park's diversity is derived from its location at the junction of the Colorado Plateau, Great Basin, and Mojave desert ecosystems.

Price: US $60.00

Zion Geology
April 10, 2010

Short hikes, an indoor visual presentation, and trailside lectures will highlight important geological concepts of Zion National Park. The workshop will focus on exploring the continual geologic processes at work in Zion.
Price: US $60.00

Zion Through the Lens
April 15-17, 2010

What better time to photograph in Zion than when spring wildflowers abound, when the river runs fast and the wildlife is abundant? Learn about Zion and photography at the same time.
Price: US $275.00

Wednesday Naturalist Walk
April 21, 2010

Enjoy the wonders of nature and Zion Canyon with zoologist/ecologist, Dr. Allen Brown. He will explain the complex interactions of the physical and biological worlds that shape the unique ecology of Zion National Park.
Price: US $45.00

Mojave Wildflowers
April 22, 2010

The Mojave is one of 5 major desert regions of North America and is characterized by mild, rainy winters and hot, dry summers. This climate pattern favors annual wildflowers, nearly 1/3 of which occur nowhere else in the world. The real signature plant of the Mojave is the Joshua tree, a relative of the Yucca that can form extensive "forests" on gentle, rocky slopes.
Price: US $60.00

Plein Air Painting
April 26, 2010

Bring your paints and portable easel to the park for a day of observation and painting in plein air. Known for her abstract impressionist landscapes based on field studies, Anne will focus on painting the Zion landscape from direct study. Students will begin indoors with a quick introduction then go directly on locations via park shuttle.

Price: US $60.00

Native Plants and Xeriscaping
May 1, 2010

Using native plants in landscapes just makes sense. They conserve resources, benefit nature, prevent weeds, and, most of all, are beautiful.


Price: US $50.00

Wednesday Naturalist Walk
May 5, 2010


Enjoy the wonders of nature and Zion Canyon with zoologist/ecologist, Dr. Allen Brown. He will explain the complex interactions of the physical and biological worlds that shape the unique ecology of Zion National Park.
Price: US $45.00

Thursday Trek
May 6, 2010

Field Institute treks are a great way to explore and learn about Zion. Join a Field Institute naturalist for an introduction to the geology, flora, fauna and cultural history of Zion.
Price: US $45.00

Slickrock Ecology
May 7, 2010

Above the Virgin River Canyon lies a world of tough plants and animals that find pockets of soil or water, secret places where there is an island of good living surrounded by seemingly barren slickrock.
Price: US $60.00

Kolob Wildflowers
May 14, 2010


Travel to the higher elevations of Kolob Canyons for a series of walks and talks about the wildflowers of the area.
Price: US $60.00

Geology: Kolob Canyons and Beyond
May 17, 2010


From Kolob Canyons Visitor Center to a peek into a beautiful slot canyon, this trek through the geological history of southern Utah serves as an introduction for beginning to mid-level geologists.
Price: US $60.00

Rim to Floor
May 21, 2010


Need to stretch your legs a bit? Join a ZCFI naturalist as we hike the East Rim Trail down to the canyon floor at Weeping Rock.
Price: US $65.00

Hanging Gardens of Zion
May 24, 2010

As their name implies, hanging gardens are lush assemblages of plants found in association with small seeps or springs and usually located in shady cliff recesses well above ground level.

Price: US $60.00

Frogs and Toads
May 26, 2010

During the spring and summer the canyons of Zion reverberate with the sound of calling frogs and toads. This course will introduce you to the park
Price: US $60.00

Rim to Floor
May 28, 2010

Need to stretch your legs a bit? Join a ZCFI naturalist as we hike the East Rim or East Mesa Trail down to the canyon floor at Weeping Rock. This is one for seasoned hikers looking to expand their knowledge base while they enjoy a longer hike.
Price: US $65.00