September 22 – 27, 2026
About Nate
Nate Loper is an outdoor educator, guide, and teacher at heart – someone shaped by time in the field and a deep curiosity about the past. His work reflects many years spent exploring museums and landscapes around the world and engaging the physical evidence of history firsthand. Whether teaching geology at the Grand Canyon, biblical history in museums, or behind the pulpit, Nate is known for a grounded, relational approach that makes complex ideas clear and accessible. His teaching reflects a desire to help others see the connection between the world around them and the truth and reliability of scripture. He has 1000+ days teaching at the Grand Canyon. He is the former Executive Director at Canyon Ministries and has education in Biblical History and Archaeology. He also has served as a science, Bible, and history school teacher. He continues to guide in various national parks and museums and conducts extensive trips and tours internationally.
Learn more at www.CanyonMinistries.org
Schedule and Topics
Come hear Nate speak at one or more of the events happening the week of September 22 – 27, 2026, at various locations in the Treasure Valley!
| WHEN | WHERE | TOPIC |
|---|---|---|
| Tuesday, Sept. 22 12:15 P.M. | Salt and Light Co-op Golgotha Fellowship 1404 1st St S Nampa | Grand Canyon — A Flood of Evidence |
| Tuesday, Sept. 22 7:00 P.M. | Caldwell First Baptist 221 E Linden St Caldwell | Israel in Egypt — Archaeology That Supports the Biblical Record |
| Wednesday, Sept. 23 11:00 A.M. | Covenant Academy 2040 E Fairview Ave Meridian | Israel in Egypt — Archaeology That Supports the Biblical Record |
| Wednesday, Sept. 23 7:00 P.M. | Calvary Chapel Nampa 1210 N Middleton Rd Nampa | Geology of the Giza Plateau — Evidence for the Pyramids in a Post-Flood World |
| Thursday, Sept. 24 1:40 P.M. | Calvary Christian Academy 458 W Idaho Blvd Emmett | Exodus Epicenter — Evidence for the Flight from Egypt |
| Thursday, Sept. 24 7:00 P.M. | Riverside Church Held at Heritage Christian Church 115 B North Hayes Emmett | Grand Canyon — A Flood of Evidence |
| Friday, Sept. 25 11:00 A.M. | Homeschoolers and All Nampa Public Library 215 12th Ave S Nampa | Creation’s Most Asked Questions — Dinosaurs, Cavemen, and People Groups |
| Friday, Sept. 25 7:00 P.M. | New Hope Baptist Church 1829 W Iowa Ave Nampa | Grand Canyon — A Flood of Evidence |
| Sunday, Sept. 27 10:00 A.M. | Wellsprings Church 433 W Orchard Ave Nampa | Exodus Epicenter — Evidence for the Flight from Egypt |
PDF Bulletin
A PDF bulletin with all of the above information is available for download here if you would like to print it and share it with your church or group!
Topic Descriptions
Creation’s Most Asked Questions — Dinosaurs, Cavemen, and People Groups
Did dinosaurs live alongside humans, and were they on the Ark? Who were the so-called “cavemen,” and how do they fit within the biblical account? Where do the different people groups and so-called “races” of the world come from? In this quick-moving talk, Nate addresses three of the most common questions he often gets about creation, while examining fossil evidence, anthropology, and the biblical record. By focusing on observable evidence and how it is interpreted, he offers a clear and accessible framework for understanding these topics within a biblical view of earth history.
Exodus Epicenter — Evidence for the Flight from Egypt
Did the Exodus happen as described in Scripture? If so, when did it occur, who was the Pharaoh, and where did the Red Sea crossing possibly take place? This talk examines the historical and archaeological evidence surrounding one of the Bible’s most significant events. Through an investigation of biblical texts, Egyptian records, and geographical considerations, Nate explores the who, what, when, and where of the Exodus and presents evidence that supports the historicity of this foundational event.
Geology of the Giza Plateau — Evidence for the Pyramids in a Post-Flood World
This presentation looks beneath the pyramids to the rock from which they were built. The limestone of the Giza Plateau contains abundant marine fossils—nummulites, shells, and other sea life—visible in the bedrock and even within the blocks of the Great Pyramid itself. By examining these fossils and the sedimentary features of the plateau, Nate traces how the
stone formed under widespread marine conditions before being quarried by the ancient Egyptians. Drawing from firsthand field observations and research from multiple visits to Egypt, this visual presentation demonstrates how the geology of Giza points to the pyramids being constructed in a post-Flood world.
Grand Canyon — A Flood of Evidence
Why is the Grand Canyon considered one of the world’s premier geological laboratories? This presentation highlights key geological features within the canyon that point to the reality of a global Flood. Examining rock layers, fossils, and large-scale sedimentary features, Nate presents major lines of evidence visible in the canyon that align with the biblical account in Genesis. Discover how the Grand Canyon provides a striking testimony to the powerful events that shaped the earth’s surface as the rocks of this monument to catastrophe cry out.
Israel in Egypt — Archaeology that Supports the Biblical Record
Is Egyptian archaeology truly silent about the Hebrew people and Israel? This presentation explores archaeological discoveries from Egypt and the surrounding region that illuminate key biblical events, including the arrival of the Hebrews, their presence in Egypt, and the broader historical context of Israel’s early history. Drawing from firsthand research and multiple study trips to Egypt, Nate examines artifacts, inscriptions, and historical evidence that intersects with the biblical record—demonstrating how archaeology and history provide compelling insight into the connection between the people of Israel and Egypt.
Join Us for the Events!
There is free admission for all of these speaking events, and all ages are welcome! An offering will be taken to help defray costs.
Coloring pages and crayons will be available for the little ones at the back table. Additionally, a fossil table will be available for viewing in the back of most of the events.
We would love to see you there!
