Naturalist on Skis

Name: Naturalist on Skis
Start: 2026-02-21T10:00:00-07:00
End: 2026-02-21T12:00:00-07:00
Location: 16621 Bridger Canyon Rd Bozeman, MT, United States, Montana 59715

Schedule

Sat Feb 21 2026 at 10:00 am to 12:00 pm

UTC-07:00

Location

16621 Bridger Canyon Rd Bozeman, MT, United States, Montana 59715 | Bozeman, MT

Who says kids get to have all the fun? If you're a curious skier and lifelong learner looking for a winter adventure, join us for our guided Naturalist on Ski sessions!
These sessions aim to connect our community with nature as participants learn to navigate the winter woods as a naturalist, reading the landscape and identifying the life that makes these lands so special.
📅 February 21 from 10am-12pm – Reading the Stories of the Landscape with Isaac Newell
Explore the trails at Crosscut by learning how to read the landscape through observation. In this session, we’ll slow down and practice the art of noticing subtle details in our environment. Participants will learn how patterns, disturbances, and signs of life connect to reveal the broader story of the landscape.
📅 March 7 from 10am-12pm – Winter Plants of the Bridgers with Dr. Matt Lavin
In this session, participants will have an opportunity to get acquainted with the plant species that surround Crosscut’s trails in the wintertime. In addition to basic plant identification, participants will learn more about the plant diversity and ecology of the common tree, shrub, and other plant species that are visible during the winter at Crosscut.
💲 Cost: $20 for participants with their own skis; $30 for participants who need a rental package (includes skis, boots, & poles)
Register at https://outdoorscience.org/naturalist-on-skis!