Upcoming Events
Native Voices – Desolation Canyon trip
August 28 – September 2, 2023
Join Holiday Expeditions and Forrest Cuch for a special Native Voices
Desolation Canyon Rafting Trip, through traditional Ute lands. On this trip
we will hear from one of the voices who needs to be heard most as the West
faces a critical moment in time to protect our region’s rivers. Forrest will join
us August 28-September 2nd 2023 in one of the plateau’s most remote
and beautiful canyons along the stretch of the Green River which also
serves as the modern-day Western border for the Uintah Ouray Ute Tribe.
Learn more here.
Indigenous Voices Showcase
November 2, 2023
As a way of bringing you the best of Flagstaff Mountain Film Festival
submissions throughout its history and present day, we have teamed up
with our new partner Theatrikos Theatre Company to bring you an
exciting Summer and Fall Showcase Series. These series will feature the
best of our cultural, environmental and adventure-related films and have
special guests to share their stories. Join us on November 2nd for the
Indigenous Voices showcase! More info here.
One Water Summit
November 14-16, 2023
Join hundreds of top water leaders in Tucson, AZ, for One Water Summit
2023. It is the premier national conference focused on sustainable, integrated,
and inclusive approaches to managing water – our most precious natural resource.
From inspiring plenary sessions, skill-building learning labs, interactive workshops,
mobile tours, and unparalleled networking opportunities, One Water Summit
2023 is not to be missed. To register and learn more, click here.
Past Events
Native Teen Guide-in-Training camp
June 15 – 21, 2023
The Native Teen Guide-In-Training is a program of the Canyonlands
Field Institute. This week-long camp was developed to invest in
Native-Centered Teen programming for rising 8th-12th graders through
place-based outdoor education, social-emotional learning curriculum, as
well as to provide accessible pathways for Native Teens to learn about
guiding and natural resource career opportunities. For more information
or to donate, visit the Native Teen website.
National Tribal & Indigenous Climate Conference (NTICC)
August 29 – September 1, 2022
St. Paul, Minnesota
The Institute for Environmental Professionals (ITEP) is excited to host
the second Biennial NTICC which will be offered as a hybrid event to
ensure that our relatives from across Turtle Island can join us whether
in-person or virtually. To access recordings and resources from this
the 2022 conference, visit this link.
Part III – Beyond the Pandemic: Indigenous Guides
An important discussion regarding challenges and opportunities of working
in the outdoor industry. Featuring four amazing Indigenous guides, instructors,
and educators: Jewel Honga, Hualapi/Diné guide; Autumn Harry, Numu
Flyfishing guide; Cassie Ayoungman, Indigenous TR Climbing Instructor;
and Shyanne Yazzie, Grand Canyon Whitewater guide. This is Part III of a
panel series featuring Black, Indigenous, People of Color at they provide their
insights on Indigenous sovereignty as well as diversity & inclusion in the outdoors.
Access to Part III recording here. Access to Parts I, II, and III recordings and
resources, click here.
Native Teen Guide-in-Training camp
June 21-28, 2022
Canyonlands Field Institute is celebrated its 10th year of the Native
Teen Guide-In-Training Camp! This camp was developed to invest in
Native-Centered Teen programming for rising 8th-12th graders through
place-based outdoor education, social-emotional learning curriculum, as
well as to provide accessible pathways for Native Teens to learn about
guiding and natural resource career opportunities. For more information
or to donate, visit the Native Teen website.
Flagstaff Mountain Film Festival
April 7-10, 2022
Gratitude to all that showed up to celebrate our 20th year! Thank you to our
sponsors, volunteers, and partners for making this festival a huge success! And
huge thank you to our special guests for sharing your knowledge, stories, and
experiences with the Flagstaff community! For those that were not able to
attend the festival in person, we missed you!
Native American Teen Guide-in-Training Panel Discussion
Click here to view the recording.
