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Regular Program Offerings


Daily Ranger Programs

Interpretive Short Talks year-round bring to life the experiences of the great 19th century expedition exploring the newly purchased Louisiana territory and searching for a "Northwest Passage" from the Atlantic to the Pacific Ocean. Trails outdoors invite visitors to explore the prairie landscape around the Interpretive Center, including landscaping.

Summer Ranger Programs

Throughout a summer day, join a Ranger for:

  • a 15-minute Interpretive Short Talk indoors or outdoors, depending on the weather and the talk;
  • an impromptu Interpretive Station Activity indoors; or
  • a 35- to 45-minute Interpretive Activity indoors or outdoors, depending on the weather and the activity.

Another place to join a Ranger for a summer activity is River Camp, a demonstration area on the bank of the Missouri River below the Interpretive Center. River Camp activities are offered 9:30 am to noon only.

To find out more about any of these Ranger programs and activities, check our on-line Calendar of Events, call ahead, or ask the front desk docent when you arrive.


Lewis and Clark Institute

Photo of a woman dressed in clothing from early 1800's which presents a piece of living history.Each year, the Lewis and Clark Interpretive Association, the Interpretive Center’s cooperating association, sponsors a series of engaging field trips, workshops and experiences – for adults – in which participants explore fascinating aspects of history, geography, natural sciences and native cultures; explore sites along the Trail; learn skills of the expedition period; and visit other sites with themes related to exploration of the West. Class sizes are intentionally small to create an intimate feel. Request the 2005 schedule!

 


Photo of a woman in period clothing serving as living history.Lewis and Clark Training Academy

The Lewis and Clark National Historic Trail Interpretive Center staff and guest instructors help communities, organizations, and businesses prepare for the Lewis and Clark Bicentennial by improving their visitor services, knowledge of the story, public speaking skills, and planning skills. Courses are posted as they become available. Or sign up to get notified when the next academy schedule becomes available.

The Center’s training also assists those seeking experience toward becoming Lewis and Clark guides in Montana. The Montana Lewis and Clark Bicentennial Commission offers qualified guides an opportunity to list their services on the Commission’s web page.

 

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