Youth Workshops

Summer 2026 

Looking for a fun and educational summer activity for your child? Join us at Chimney Rock National Monument for our 2026 Youth Workshops! Designed for students in Kindergarten through 6th Grade, each workshop combines outdoor exploration, hands-on learning, creativity, and adventure.

Workshop Schedule
🔹 June 16 – Digging Up the Past at Chimney Rock
Explore archaeology through a dig activity, hike, atlatl throwing, and drawing project.

🔹 June 30 – It’s All About the Nature of Chimney Rock
Discover the natural world through hiking, atlatl throwing, a talking feather activity, and painting project.

🔹 July 11 – What’s Crawling Around at Chimney Rock
Learn about insects with bug-themed crafts, bug weaving, and a nature hike.

🔹 July 21 – Day-to-Day Life at Chimney Rock
Experience the daily lives of the Ancient Ones through hands-on activities and a beaded bracelet project.

All Workshops are from 9:00 AM – 2:30 PM
Cost:
• First child: $25 per class or $75 for all four classes
• Additional child: $20 per class or $60 for all four classes

New projects every session!
Workshop volunteers welcome!
Limited scholarships available

For more information or to register:
970-731-7133
www.ChimneyRockCo.org

Give your child a summer filled with discovery, creativity, and hands-on history at Chimney Rock National Monument!

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Information for Registered Individuals:

1. CLOTHING – Please remember that Chimney Rock National Monument is a natural, unimproved site. Therefore, you should dress you child accordingly. Clothing should be comfortable but appropriate for taking a hike or touring the site. A sturdy shoe or hiking boot is recommended, as well as some kind of head covering to protect from sunburn. We also suggest a smock or old shirt for cover up when doing messy craft projects such as painting. Rain gear or a light jacket may be needed if the weather warrants it. 
2. FOOD – We suggest that children have breakfast before arriving at the site. Your child should bring their lunch and plenty of water. CRIA will have additional water, snacks and fruit if needed. 

3. MISCELLANEOUS – As your child will spend time outdoors in the sun, it is suggested that they have sunscreen and also a bug repellent if they are concerned or sensitive to insects. 

You will be provided an evaluation form and we would appreciate it if you would help us continue to improve our workshops by completing this form and returning it to one of the instructors at the end of your workshop day or workshop series.