events

  • Hut Trip to Crystal Cabin in Gothic

    Crystal Cabin, Gothic Gothic, CO, United States

    Ski alongside landscape ecologist and RMBL staff scientist Ian Breckheimer for an inside look at the CHESS (Colorado Headwaters Ecological Spectroscopy Survey) campaign, and immerse yourself in landscape ecology, the world of RMBL winter caretakers, and the snow observations of billy barr.An overnight trip.

  • Après Science Talk: Reflections Across Space and Time

    RMBL 365 615 Teocalli Ave., Crested Butte, CO, United States

    Gather in the RMBL 365 living room for a presentation by Ian Breckheimer entitled “Reflections Across Space and Time: Using Sensors, Robots, and Humans to Understand Landscape Patterns in Nature.”

  • RMBL Reads: Is a River Alive?

    RMBL 365 615 Teocalli Ave., Crested Butte, CO, United States

    Join other readers for a free monthly book club in Crested Butte, co-hosted by Townie Books. All are welcome, including those who may not have had a chance to read the book ahead of time.This month: Robert Macfarlane | Is a River Alive?Is the Upper East River, and all that it shapes and sustains around […]

    Free
  • RMBL Reads: Why Fish Don’t Exist: A Story of Loss, Love, and the Hidden Order of Life

    RMBL 365 615 Teocalli Ave., Crested Butte, CO, United States

    Join other readers for a free monthly book club in Crested Butte, co-hosted by Townie Books. All are welcome, including those who may not have had a chance to read the book ahead of time.This month: Lulu Miller | Why Fish Don’t Exist: A Story of Loss, Love, and the Hidden Order of Life

    Free
  • RMBL Fest 2026

    RMBL Gothic Campus 8000 County Road 317, Gothic, CO, United States

    RMBL Fest is a series of open-to-all events designed to bring our community and its visitors together to experience the very best of RMBL. If you’re already familiar with us, think of this as a way to connect with friends, scientists, and outdoor enthusiasts to celebrate this special place. And if you’re new to us, […]

  • RMBL Reads: Nature of Fear: Survival Lessons From the Wild

    RMBL 365 615 Teocalli Ave., Crested Butte, CO, United States

    Join other readers for a free monthly book club in Crested Butte, co-hosted by Townie Books. All are welcome, including those who may not have had a chance to read the book ahead of time.This month: Dan Blumstein | Nature of Fear: Survival Lessons From the Wild

    Free
  • Douglass Distinguished Lecture 2026: Does Science Matter?

    RMBL 365 615 Teocalli Ave., Crested Butte, CO, United States

    “In this age of mass extinction, does science matter or should we have a Fosters?” with Drs. Shahid Naeem and Sara Tjossem.Join Columbia University ecologists and conservation biologists Shahid Naeem and Sara Tjossem for an evening exploring the vital role of science in shaping environmental policy and conservation. Tjossem, a RMBL alumna, focuses on the […]

  • RMBL Breeding Bird Survey

    billy barr Community Center Gothic, CO, United States

    This annual event is a favorite of RMBL scientists and birders wishing to take part in the Breeding Bird Survey in the Gunnison Valley.Where: Meet at the billy barr Community Center in Gothic.

  • RMBL Family Fest @ Gothic

    RMBL Gothic Campus 8000 County Road 317, Gothic, CO, United States

    Celebrate community and science at RMBL’s Gothic site, a historic former mining town and current biological field station at the base of Gothic Mountain.This fun afternoon includes family-friendly tours (1:30 and 2:30 p.m.), with stories about RMBL’s history and outdoor science community. Bring the kids for hands-on learning at our Youth Programs activity stations (1 […]

    Free
  • Marmot Tears Launch, Science Talk and Dinner with Dan

    Public House 202 Elk Ave., Crested Butte, CO, United States

    Join us on the patio for light appetizers and a taste of the new Marmot Tears IPA or a specialty cocktail, followed by a fascinating talk with renowned research scientist Dan Blumstein, PhD, as he explains why the marmot — one of our most beloved and iconic alpine residents — matters. Dr. Blumstein will also […]

    $125
  • Crested Butte Wildflower Festival 2026

    RMBL Gothic Campus 8000 County Road 317, Gothic, CO, United States

    This year, the Crested Butte Wildflower Festival marks its 40th anniversary — and its second season of partnership with RMBL. RMBL is pleased to announce several collaborative tours and events with the festival.Full festival information and ticket sales can be found on the official Crested Butte Wildflower Festival website.

  • Dinner with a Scientist

    RMBL Dining Hall, Gothic Campus Gothic, CO, United States

    Mariposa Lily Members and above, join Bobbi Peckarsky, PhD, and Steve Horn for an engaging event at the Rocky Mountain Biological Laboratory. Enjoy an insightful talk followed by a complimentary buffet-style meal in the beautiful Dining Hall at RMBL.This event offers a unique opportunity to connect with fellow nature enthusiasts, learn from Steve and Bobbi’s […]

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