2017 Seminars
The 3rd Third Seminars are held in Golden, Colorado, although at times they will be held in other parts of Colorado or broadcast from other locations. Come for coffee or tea at 9:45
All seminars will be from 10:00 am to 3:00 pm Free beverages and lunch are provided. Those with dietary restrictions are asked to bring their own lunch.
Thursday
January 19, 2017
Dave Johnson
Zookeeper with a Purpose
Climbing for Rhinos on
Mt. Kilimanjaro
Dave Johnson is an author, a climber, a birder, a runner of marathons, and a
zookeeper. He uses all of these avenues as a conduit for saving rhinos worldwide. In August of 2016 Dave, and the Katie Adamson Conservation Fund, took a group of climbers to the top of Mount Kilimanjaro in Kenya followed up with a safari to the Serengeti. The Climbing For Rhinos event not only raised money for rhinos and other animals, the group was able to visit the Mkomazi Rhino Sanctuary in Mkomazi National Park so they could see some of the amazing animals they were helping to protect.
When Dave is not climbing peaks or leading a group to raise awareness of the dwindling numbers of rhinos and elephants worldwide, he is writing books to educate young people about these magnificent animals. And you may have guessed, proceeds from the book sales go to help the animals too.
Join us as Dave talks about the recent Mount Kilimanjaro climb, African conservation issues, using bees as elephant fencing, anti-poaching issues, helping victims of the Nepal earthquakes through Team Nepalorado plus many other programs and happenings that Dave is involved in that help rhinos throughout the world.
Thursday
February 16, 2017
Evelyn Waldron
Anne Evans – A Pioneer
in Colorado's Cultural History
The Things That Last When Gold is Gone
Evelyn Waldon, co-author of the definitive book about Anne Evans, will share stories of this amazing woman, who was one of the largest supporters of the arts in Colorado. Anne (1871–1941), was the daughter of John Evans, second Territorial Governor of Colorado and his well-educated New England wife, Margaret Gray Evans. Born in London and raised in Colorado Anne Evans is credited with the founding and development of many cultural institutions still thriving today: the Denver Art Museum, Denver Public Library, Municipal Art Commission, University of Denver Arts and Theater Departments, the Restoration of the Central City Opera House and initiation of the Central City Summer Festival. It was her collection that became the foundation of the Native Arts Collection of the Denver Art Museum.
Anne Evans was a quiet benefactor to many talented artists in Colorado, often helping them to get the education and commissions needed for success. She was a pioneer in the movement to have Native American art recognized as worthy of being placed in art museums along with the art of any other culture.
Anne died at home, at 1310 Bannock on January 6, 1941. Her contributions, much honored in her day, had been virtually forgotten. But there has been renewed interest in Anne and her family with the publication of the book The Things That Last When Gold is Gone, the story of a pioneer family who changed the complexion of Colorado.
Thursday
March 16, 2017
Rocky Mountain
National Park
Our 10th National Park
More than 100 years ago on January 15, 1915 Rocky Mountain became America’s 10th National Park. Located in Colorado's northern Rocky Mountains the 415 square mile park can be traversed by driving the stunning 48 mile long road across the park between Estes Park and Grand Lake, all the while feasting one’s eyes on the scenic beauty and wildlife of the area. Trail Ridge Road is the highest continuous paved road in the United States climbing to a height of 12,183 feet and is open from the end of May until the first part of September.
But what is the story of this park and how did it become one of the jewels in the National Park System? Why did it take three tries for Congress to approve the park? And what has been the park's history since? Come explore these answers and celebrate a National Park jewel so close to home.
Thursday
April 20, 2017
Field Trip to the
Denver Zoo!
Visiting the Toyota Elephant Passage
In April the 3rd Third is going to the Denver Zoo! We'll visit the Toyota Elephant Passage and see our favorite zoo keeper Dave Johnson. Dave, the charismatic pachyderm expert who was our January speaker, will see us at the McGrath Family Amphitheater for the 11:30 elephant demo. Afterward Dave will take us to meet a few of his animals.
The Toyota Elephant Passage is situated on 10 acres with two miles of interconnected trails and is one of the most complex and interesting elephant habitats in North America. We will see Asian elephants, Malayan tapirs and one-horned rhinos. These animals are able to roam through five different habitats that include mud wallows, scratching trees, shade structures and more than one million gallons of water for their bathing and swimming enjoyment.
Lunch will be provided and you will be free to explore the zoo on your own. You will provide your own admission and transportation. Car pools will be arranged if there is interest.
Thursday
May 18, 2017
Bob Pence
The FBI Through the Years
From Hoover to Terrorism
Former FBI Executive Bob Pence spent a good part of his professional career in the FBI. After leaving the military service he aspired to the professionalism and ethics for which the Bureau was known. As a young FBI Agent in the 1960s one of Bob’s first assignments was in the Deep South during the time of the race riots, civil unrest, and blatant bigotry. His first ten years with the FBI was during the tenure of Director J. Edgar Hoover. He was on the front lines when women agents were brought into the Bureau, not just as support staff, but as full agents. And his career led him to interesting locations and situations, like becoming fluent in Chinese Cantonese, and working in places across the US from the Big Easy to the Big Apple and others along the way.
Bob met many famous people and US Presidents. In one instance Don Knotts and Tim Conway helped solve a rare book crime that was discovered by one of the comic duo while filming Private Eyes. The crime was serious enough to require the services of the FBI.
Now retired from the Bureau, Bob is still busy with fighting crime, but as a consultant. As well as talking about the FBI he will talk about crime and terrorism today.
Thursday
June 15, 2017
Bruce Paton, MD
Lewis and Clark
Doctors in the Wilderness
The Lewis and Clark expedition of 1803 to 1806 is deeply entrenched in America's collective imagination. The journals of the explorers, as well as numerous books, paintings, TV shows, and movies, have made the story familiar to people of all ages. One dominant part of the three-year adventure that has received little attention, however, has been the medical aspects of the expedition.
Dr. Paton will examine early nineteenth-century medical standards and techniques, offering his unique perspective on the expedition that opened the American West. He will explore the various medical dilemmas the expedition encountered, including malnutrition and disease epidemics, and the trading of healthcare for food and horses that occurred between Lewis and Clark and the Native Americans.
We will also learn about the preparations made for the journey, the medical advice received by Meriwether Lewis, and the medications and medical supplies he took to deal with the problems ahead. The famous expedition succeded with relatively few medical disasters.
Thursday
July 20, 2017
Angela Overy
Sex In Your Garden
Attracting Pollinators
Angela Overy, author of the famed book Sex In Your Garden, is an accomplished botanic illustrator, gardener and authority on what attracts pollinators of all kinds. Whether you enjoy the hands-on process of getting your fingers dirty working the soil to shepherd your plant from seed to blossom or whether you prefer to only admire flowers tended by others, you will be interested to know that there is a lot going on in the flower bed. Plants are looking for pollinators to ensure they produce seeds that will grow into the next generation.
Competing with one another for more space and water, advertising for sexual partners, plants engage in many methods to attract pollinators. Some change their sexual orientation to give them the edge while their neighbors may depend on others to help them propagate. Plants are not bound by ethics and may use bribery, treachery or traps to help them succeed in reproducing. And what of climate change and the effects it will have on our flowers and our food?
Thursday
August 17, 2017
Barb Norton & Patty Maher
Conversations on Conservation
The Interview Collection
In 2011 Bob Baron and an associate filmed interviews with three people in New England. Within the following 24-months two of the three had died. Bob not only felt fortunate to have their stories on film but saw the importance in capturing the essence of their personalities. He and a small crew began interviewing people working in the field of conservation either as a full time employee (at a government agency or foundation) or as a passionate volunteer wanting to make a difference.
Since then a full spectrum of conservationists have shared their stories both in the U.S. and abroad at gatherings like Wilderness 50 (the 50th Anniversary of the Wilderness Act) in Albuquerque, New Mexico; WILD10 (the 10th World Wilderness Congress) in Salamanca, Spain; and those at the top of the Interior Department, the Forest and Park Service, and others in Washington, D.C. It became a wealth of information.
Bob wanted to share the wisdom and insight of those interviewed in what has become known as the Conversations on Conservation collection. Each interview was edited by deleting pauses and non-essential noise, then the 106 interviews were placed in repository for scholars, researchers and others to view at the Denver Public Library, Western History Collection.
Barb Norton and Patty Maher, who edited the collection, will present highlights from the 106 interviews. You’ll see why this collection is so compelling, passionate, and informative.
Thursday
October 19, 2017
Bill Ritter
Powering Forward
America's Energy Revolution
Bill Ritter Jr., the 41st governor of Colorado (2007–2011) and one of America’s foremost leaders on sustainable energy resources and implementation, will discuss the forces behind the energy revolution, the new ways we must think about energy, and the future of fossil and renewable fuels. His Center for the New Energy Economy (CNEE) works with government officials and other decision makers to get America thinking about power in a clean energy way.
Ritter’s book Powering Forward: What Everyone Should Know About America’s Energy Revolution examines the historic energy revolution underway in the United States. Wind, sunlight, and other sustainable resources are now the fastest growing sources of energy in the U.S. and worldwide. American families are installing power plants on their roofs. Entire communities are switching to 100% renewable energy. The urgent need to prevent climate change is causing people around the planet to question their reliance on carbon-intensive oil, coal, and natural gas. It is an essential read for any who want to understand one of history’s biggest challenges to peace, prosperity, and security in the United States.
Thursday
November 16, 2017
Bob Baron
Laws to Live By
Both Personally and Professionally
Some people through the centuries have provided information that explains life, for instance we are all familiar with Murphy’s Law “If anything can go wrong it will.” We will discuss the sources of these laws and how they apply on a personal and a business level. Some of these laws you are familiar with but others may be new.
Bob Baron has presented parts of this talk at his literary club in 2013. Other part have been amplified as we have all gotten four years older. The talk has been well received due to its humor and insight, something we all could use more of at this time.
So come and laugh, be amused, and enjoy the wisdom of the ages.
To register call: direct 303-928-8220, or 303-277-1623, ext 220, or register via email here. You will receive a confirmation.
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