Near the headwaters of the Missouri, this critical ecological region includes the largest wetland complex in the Greater Yellowstone Ecosystem with over 260 species of birds.

Centennial Valley is a remote place. There are no services for at least 30 miles.

Accommodations will consist of bunkbeds / shared rooms.

Weather: Plan for altitude and sun. At an elevation of 6,600 ft, the sun burns and dehydrates quickly.

PLEASE NOTE:

Medical care is at least an hour away. Be mindful of your safety. Please bring your medications, and tell us in advance about any allergies or conditions.
The following phone numbers can be used to contact the Center in the event of a serious emergency: 406-276-3320 (visitor center) or 406-276-3202 (staff house)
Cell phone service is not available at the Center, or in most of the Valley. Smartphone applications like facetime, facebook, skype, suite most people’s communication needs.
Wireless internet access can be found in the meeting hall.
A land line is available in the visitor center. If you wish to make outgoing calls bring a pre-paid phone card. (We don’t have long-distance service.)
Be aware that South Valley Rd is a well-maintained dirt road. We recommend driving 35 mph (even though the speed limit is 45 mph). Driving Slow reduces your chance of a flat tire (a common occurrence) and demonstrates respect for both wildlife and Valley residents.
Smoking within 50 feet of buildings is forbidden.
For further details on the facilities please visit the following website: https://taft-nicholson.utah.edu
For additional information on things you should know: Info on the Center

WHAT TO BRING:

Towel and washcloth
Water bottle
Hiking/walking shoes
Teva / sandals
Lightweight raincoat / poncho
Fleece
Layers of clothing
Yoga mat (optional)
Flashlight
Bug repellant
Sunscreen, sunglasses, and hat
Camera
Binoculars (optional)
Toiletries, medicines, etc.
Laptop, notebooks, pen, etc
Art supplies for pop-up studio (optional)
Specialty snacks you require
Specialty beverages you may like such as wine or beer (optional)
Please note: we will be canoeing and hiking so please plan accordingly

MEALS:

Most meals during the workshop will be vegetarian but there there will be 2 dinners catered by the Center that may have other options. Please let us know as soon as possible if you have any dietary restrictions and we will do our best to accommodate.

AIRPORT OPTIONS

Salt Lake City, Utah (5 hours away)
Bozeman, Montana (3 hours away)
Idaho Falls, Idaho (2 hours away)

ARRIVAL:

Please plan to arrive on June 24 at the Center between 2-5pm.

DEPARTURE:

Mapping Meaning ends on June 29th after breakfast and clean-up.

RELEASE FORMS:

Please fill out the following forms and e-mail to mappingmeaning@mappingmeaning.org no later than June 1, 2018.