Maroon Bells Exploration: Guided Walk through Aspen’s Wilderness Gateway
Follow local naturalists on a gentle walk along the pristine lake beneath the famous peaks of the Maroon Bells. Learn about the plants and animals that call this home and the secrets to their success in the wilderness. First come, first served for the first 50 participants. Bring your reusable water bottle and dress warmly!
Aspen Ideas: Health
WHEN June 21 and 22, 7:30 AM - 10:00 AM, buses load at 7:30 AM
WHERE Buses load at the Limelight Hotel and Aspen Meadows, Walter Issacson Center
Aspen Ideas Festival
WHEN June 24 - June 29, 7:30 AM - 10:00 AM, buses load at 7:30 AM
WHERE Buses load at the Limelight Hotel and Aspen Meadows, Walter Issacson Center
Rocky Mountain Bird Watching
Join a local naturalist and bird expert for a one-hour bird-watching walk along the banks of the Roaring Fork River. Learn about the important roles birds play in nature and in our lives, from architectural design to pollination to ecosystem health. First come, first served for the first 20 participants.
Aspen Ideas: Health
WHEN June 21 and 22, 7:15 AM - 8:15 AM
WHERE Meet at the Aspen Meadows, Walter Isaacson Center
Aspen Ideas Festival
WHEN June 24 - June 29, 7:15 AM - 8:15 AM
WHERE Meet at the Aspen Meadows, Walter Isaacson Center
Morning Yoga
Center yourself with an outdoor yoga practice in Anderson Park. Certified yoga instructors will lead you through a series of stretches and breathing exercises to mindfully connect you to the moment. All levels welcome. Yoga mats will be provided.
Aspen Ideas: Health
WHEN June 21 - 23, 7:45 AM - 8:30 AM
WHERE Anderson Park, Aspen Institute Campus
Aspen Ideas Festival
WHEN June 23 - June 29, 7:45 AM - 8:30 AM
WHERE Anderson Park, Aspen Institute Campus
Guided Meditation
10-minute guided mediations will focus on the practice of concentration and the interaction between your body, mind, and behavior. Join us to move inward and find connection with yourself.
Aspen Ideas: Health
WHEN June 21, 1:10 PM and 4:00 PM; June 22, 1:10 PM
WHERE Buckminster Fuller Dome, Aspen Institute Campus
Sound Healing
Immerse yourself in ancient instrumental sounds to find deep relaxation and mindfulness. The symphony of sound vibrations will assist in releasing tension, restoring balance, and reconnecting with your inner tranquility. Limited to 20 people per session.
Aspen Ideas: Health
WHEN June 21 and 22, 10:20 AM - 11:10 AM
WHERE Buckminster Fuller Dome, Aspen Institute Campus
Forest Bathing
The beauty and wonder of nature and trees can produce mental, emotional, and physical health benefits. Guided forest bathing, or forest therapy, is said to lower blood pressure, pulse rate, and cortisol levels; improve mood; and may even boost our immunity. Join us for morning walks along the Rio Grande River Trail to experience the benefits of this healing practice for yourself and to learn the history and background of forest bathing with author, naturalist, and certified forest therapy guide Melanie Choukas-Bradley.
Aspen Ideas: Health
WHEN June 21 and 22, 7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
WHERE Meet at the Aspen Meadows, Walter Isaacson Center
Guided 5K Trail Run
Grab your sneakers and join us for a guided trail run. A local expert runner will guide you on a beautiful 5K along rivers and through forests on Aspen’s remarkable network of trails. Recommended for intermediate and advanced runners. Meet in front of the Walter Isaacson Center at 7:30 AM. First come, first served. Limited to 15 runners.
Aspen Ideas Festival
WHEN June 24, 25, 27, and 28, 7:30 - 8:45 AM
WHERE Meet at the Aspen Meadows, Walter Isaacson Center
Tour of the Bayer Center: Bauhaus Typography at 100
Aspen Ideas Festival
WHEN June 24, 25, 26, and 28, 11:30 AM - 12:30 PM
WHERE Resnick Center for Herbert Bayer Studies
Tour of the Resnick Gallery
Join us for a tour of “Charting Space: Herbert Bayer’s World Geo-Graphic Atlas at 70” in the Resnick Gallery of the Doerr-Hosier Center. The installation uses Bayer’s atlas as a springboard to explore current issues and offers interactive elements and multimedia experiences, a highlight of which is a recreation of his “Outside-In Globe,” which allows viewers to step inside and, as Bayer suggested, “consider the world as one.” (First come, first served. Limited to ten participants.)
Aspen Ideas Festival
WHEN June 27, 11:30 AM - 12:30 PM
WHERE Doerr-Hosier Center, Resnick Gallery
Getting Adjusted to the Altitude
Aspen is a walking city situated nearly 8,000 feet above sea level. (See Tips for Getting Adjusted to the Altitude). Cool evenings and afternoon thundershowers are common. Highs can be in the 80s, with lows in the 50s. We recommend layering and bringing a light jacket. Festival attendees dress comfortably, yet professionally. Comfortable walking shoes are essential.
More Recreational Activities in Aspen
Enjoy all Aspen has to offer! Visit the Aspen Chamber Resort Association to find popular recreational activities and attractions. For information about the surrounding mountains, visit the White River National Forest website. Find family friendly options here.