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Medano Creek Walk
NPS Photo by Patrick Myers
Explore Medano Creek with a ranger to get the most out of your visit.
Medano Creek Walks Offered on Saturdays in May (.doc Word file, April 2009)
 
 
Artists Painting Dunes and Water
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Artists interpret mountains, dunes, and water - all at Great Sand Dunes NPP. See the Artist in Residence page linked at right for details.

Artist in Residence Program at Great Sand Dunes NPP

 
Access ramps at Great Sand Dunes
NPS Photos by Patrick Myers
A universal access mat (left) and an accessible viewing platform (right) were added in fall 2008, providing even more access options for visitors to Great Sand Dunes.
Universal Access Options Improved at Great Sand Dunes (November 20, 2008 press release, .doc Word file, 100 kb)
 
Ambassadors for Wilderness Group 2008
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While backpacking in the high alpine mountains, these students earned volunteer service hours, elective credit, and even scholarship money.
San Luis Valley high school students: Applications will be available in January for the Ambassadors for Wilderness program. Apply by April 1st to join us this summer!
Children rafting Medano Creek  

Did You Know?
In average to wet years, Medano Creek is a popular beach environment at Great Sand Dunes. When creek flow is high, some children even raft the shallow waters.
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Last Updated: April 29, 2009 at 17:46 EST