Chimney Rock Interpretive Association invites you to a FREE family friendly Vision of Chimney Rock program on Sunday, September 15th at Chimney Rock National Monument. This month’s topic will be “What’s For Dinner at Chimney Rock.” Dottie George, a CRIA Volunteer, will discuss what the Ancient Puebloans ate for breakfast, lunch and dinner and how they prepared their food. Guests will be invited to participate and there will be nuts and napolitos for tasting.
This hands-on program is limited to a small group so reservations are required. The program is suitable for those with limited time and people who cannot do the walking tour, especially older adults and young children, those with physical limitations, and those who work during the week. Guests for this event will need to arrive by 4:30 pm and drive to the upper parking area, which is paved and has restrooms. There is some seating available, but guests will also be able to bring chairs. The program will end by 6:30 pm. Please reserve your spot by going to www.chimneyrockco.org or call 1-877-444-6777. Reservations can be made online up until 2 hour before the event. Walk-ins will be accommodated when space is available.
Popular Native American flute player, Charles Martinez
Watch the full moon rise over the mountain peaks as you listen to Native American flute music played by Charles Martinez on Thursday. September 19th. While awaiting the moon’s arrival near the Great House Pueblo site, visitors will learn about the Ancestral Puebloans, the archaeological relationship of Chimney Rock to Chaco Canyon, and archaeo-astronomy theories. The program lasts approximately four hours including check-in, driving to the mesa top, and walking to the site. The hike to the Great House Pueblo is short but moderately strenuous and not appropriate for those with mobility impairment or children under 12 years old. Tickets are $15 plus a booking fee and are non-refundable. Add $5 for an early tour of the lower area (Great Kiva Trail Loop), which starts at 4:15pm. All participants must be through the HWY 151 gate by 5:30pm and the program begins at 6:15pm. Bring flashlights, water (also for sale at the cabin), cushions, and blankets or coats. For reservations, please visit www.chimneyrockco.org or call 1-877-444-6777. Reservations can be made online up until 2 hours before the event. Walk-ins will be accommodated when space is available.
Chimney Rock National Monument is located 17 miles west of Pagosa Springs on Highway 160 and three miles south on Highway 151. Turn right at the gate and follow the road one half mile to the cabin registration area where the tours begin. All programs are sponsored by Chimney Rock Interpretive Assn., Inc., in partnership with the USDA Forest Service and the San Juan National Forest. Visit our website at www.chimneyrockco.org.
