Schedule & Event Check-In
Friday, June 23rd, 2017
Event Check-in: 8AM-9:30AM
Location: Far View Lodge, Mesa Verde, CO (specific location TBD)
It is very important that each participant check in when they arrive to complete any outstanding paperwork, pick up the weekend schedule, and receive event updates. So that the office will be able to contact you during your stay, you will also be asked to provide your phone number and where you will be staying.
Friday, June 23
Check the monthly park calendar for interesting scheduled excursions to add to your daily activity.
For suggestions on touring different dwellings, click here.
*Note: Cliff Palace dwelling is included in the group tour on Saturday.
Boosters will be available at scheduled times throughout the day. (Look for the specific schedule in your packet at Check-In.)
Suggested Itinerary: Feel free to make adjustments to accommodate your preferences and schedule
Breakfast at Far View Terrace – Breakfast Served Daily: 7:00 am – 10:00 am
Hiking for the Novice and the Experienced-Hiking in Mesa Verde National Park is plentiful, with numerous trails offering a perfect hike for the novice and a day’s hike for the experienced. Hiking at Mesa Verde is restricted and allowed only on designated trails. One of our famous hiking trails is the Petroglyph Point Trail, 2.4 miles round trip, begins from the Spruce Tree House trail, follows the bottom of Spruce Tree Canyon, turns up Spruce Canyon, and returns to the museum via the picnic area. There is a free kid activity at the camp ground too. Checkout Park website for Tours and Hikes.
Lunch at the Spruce Tree Cafe – Near Park Headquarters, Museum and Spruce Tree House dwelling site Spruce Tree Cafe renders cafeteria service, with indoor seating and patio dining. Be sure to try out our world-class Navajo Tacos. Outdoor Barbecue available 7 days a week 11:00 am to 3:30 pm, May 26 – September 11.
Drive to Wetherill Mesa- 15 miles into the most remote part of the park, featuring spectacular views of mountain ranges and desert plateaus. Tickets required for Long House Dwelling.
Casual Dinner at Far View Terrace – Casual self-serve dining features hot and cold foods with a southwestern flair – including soups, salads, burgers, desserts and beverages. House specialty is Navajo Tacos. We make every effort to offer sustainable foods that are grown and harvested with respect for the land.
6PM-8PM: Group Gathering (Look for the specific schedule in your packet at Check-In)
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Saturday, June 24
Check the monthly park calendar for interesting scheduled excursions to add to your daily activity.
For suggestions on touring different dwellings, click here.
*Note: Cliff Palace dwelling is included in the group tour on Saturday.
Boosters will be available at scheduled times throughout the day. (Look for the specific schedule in your packet at Check-In)
Optional: 7:30AM – Gather for group tour. Tickets are $40/person
8AM: Group Tour, 700 Years Tour
This tour is 4 hours in duration and visits sites that represent the time frame of 600AD to 1300AD. Follow these historical experts and gain insights into the heritage of Mesa Verde National Park as you explore its spectacular sites and absorb the culture.
1PM-6PM: Free time
6PM-8PM: Group Gathering (Look for the specific schedule in your packet at Check-In)
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Sunday, June 25
Check the monthly park calendar for interesting scheduled excursions to add to your daily activity.
For suggestions on touring different dwellings, click here.
Boosters will be available at scheduled times throughout the day. (Look for the specific schedule in your packet at Check-In)
1PM: Closing (Look for the location in your packet at Check-In)
