Research and management studies have been conducted at Rocky
Mountain National Park for decades, and they are essential tools for
today's park managers. Through inventory and monitoring of our park
resources, scientists create baselines by which to judge changes to
ecosystems over time. The Continental Divide Research Learning Center
staff facilitates research in Rocky Mountain National Park. The park
research administrator issues permits to scientists who inventory,
monitor, and study park resources such as elk, butterflies, air
quality, glaciers, and people. Other staff translate the results of
research for the park managers and public and assist with field logistics.
