Join us for one in a series of sound hikes on the Ucross Ranch on Tuesday, October 7.

"Confluences" is an emplaced sound experience created by Ucross artist-alumni Teri Rueb and Laurids Sonne. It is available via a free downloadable app (iOS and Android) that visitors can run on their mobile phones while walking the land. Interactive areas of sound play as visitors wander, revealing a sonic landscape of sounds recorded over three years that include voices of the Ucross community, former artists-in-residence, local residents of Clear Creek Valley, and field recordings taken in different seasons.

During the hike, Ucross staff will walk with visitors on a private trail on the ranch as interactive areas of sound play. The hikes will be less than two hours; we will meet at the Ucross Art Gallery at 9 a.m. for an introduction and orientation before caravanning to the trail (about two minutes drive).

Notes before you join:

• Hike level: Intermediate
• Prepare for a hike up and down hills on our ranch, with longer grass on uneven terrain.
• Wear long pants and hiking shoes; consider carrying a walking stick.
• We recommend packing a hat, water bottle, snacks, sunscreen, and insect repellant.
• Download the "Confluences" app with WiFi in advance of the hike.
• Bring headphones, if you have them.
• Loaner phones and headphones are available in the gallery, if needed, first come, first served.

The event is free and open to the public, with required registration. Email info@ucross.org with any questions or visit ucross.org.