News Release
Public Tour of Eagle's Nest Open Space: Follow in the Footsteps of John C. Fremont
Department: Natural Resources
Release Date: May 25, 2012
Contact:
Heather Young, Natural Resources Education Assistant, (970) 679-4489, hyoung@larimer.org
Larimer County Natural Resources invites you to attend a presentation and special field trip to Eagle’s Nest Open Space with Stephen Schell, retired Poudre High School and Regis University teacher, and author of the book Following John C. Frémont’s Trail Through Northern Colorado 1843. Schell was able to locate all of the campsites Fremont used on his journey, including one along the North Fork of the Poudre in what is now Eagle’s Nest Open Space. Follow in Fremont’s footsteps in this 2-part program that includes a short classroom session and a field trip.
Follow in the Footsteps of John C. Fremont
Thursday, June 14
Larimer County Courthouse Lake Loveland Room 233, 200 W. Oak St., Fort Collins, CO
5:30 p.m. – 6:30 p.m.
Saturday, June 16
Eagle’s Nest Open Space, Livermore, CO
9:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.
The field trip will include a moderate hike of about 3 miles. This special opportunity is free, but space is very limited. Be sure to not miss this unique opportunity to experience history and a Larimer County Open Space first-hand! Register at: www.larimer.org/naturalresources/registration
For any questions, please contact:
Heather Young
(970) 679-4489
To learn more about Larimer County’s parks and open spaces,
visit our website at www.larimer.org/naturalresources
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