Travel Programs

Experience what it is like to go into the field. Join our Museum curators as they travel the world furthering their work. Journey to remote regions; assist in the search for rare specimens; learn about faraway cultures—don't just dream about it, be a part of the action.

Travel Opportunities with the Explorer Travel Club

All trips subject to change. Contact Bob Bartolotta, (216) 231-4600, ext. 3254, or email rbartolo@cmnh.org, for the most up-to-date information.

2012 at Capitol Reef National Park: Astronomy, Culture and Nature

August 12 through 15, 2012

The Perseids Meteor Shower is at its best in mid-August and we are going to the darkest place we can find to see it. Capitol Reef National Park in southern Utah not only offers some of the darkest and clearest skies in the country, but it also has a rich cultural and natural history. Participants will have the opportunity to view the meteor shower every night for three days and possibly see up 60 meteors an hour during peak times, with the help of CMNH educators. There will also be optional daytime excursions to see pictographs and petroglyphs from the ancient Fremont culture, the historic Fruita orchards, and awe-inspiring geological features. Our group will be hosted in dormitory-style accommodations by Capitol Reef Field Station, run by Utah Valley University, located at the heart of the national park.

The price includes transportation to and from McCarran International Airport in Las Vegas NV, lodging, all astronomy and natural history programming, and all meals from dinner on 8/12 to breakfast on 8/15. Airfare is not included. Participants should plan on arriving in Las Vegas no later than 2 pm on 8/12/2012 and departing no earlier than 3 pm on 8/15/2012. Members: $450; nonmembers: $500. Limit 12. Naturalist Certificate Hours: 25 (5 B & C, 10 E & P, 10 ED)

Also see Adult Field Trips for more travel opportunities.

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