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Pahranagat National Wildlife Refuge, an im- Beginner-intermediate. different levels in the Mt. Charleston area
portant natural body of water in our Mojave Sun. 28, “Ash Spring” - Join Carol and around Mack Canyon. Monday, we’ll go on
Desert habitat. 3 mi; Easy. Carleton for a hike along the back side of the a beginning level hike to Muddy Spring for
Sat. 20 & Sun. 21, “Beginning Water- Calico hills to a beautiful spring-fed meadow 4-5 miles. That evening we’ll have campfire
color Class” - Join local artists Shirley and with Ash trees, which might be turning to their chats learning about the wilderness. Tues-
Martha for a beginning watercolor course. fall colors. 2.7 mi.; Mod. day, we’ll go to Mack’s Peak or South Sister
No experience required and all supplies will Wed. 31, “Lovell Canyon Overlook” for a moderate- to-strenuous 4-5 mile hike.
be provided. Kids 12 and up welcome, too! -With Aaron, head to Lovell Canyon on the Fri. 12, “The Muffins & Las Vegas
Limited space. backside of the escarpment to a ridge over- Overlook” - Cover most of the south portion
Sun. 21, “Railroad Tunnel Hike (Lake looking RRCNCA. 4X4 carpooling needed. of Blue Diamond Hill below the gypsum mine
Mead)” - Join Carol and Carleton for a hike 650 ft gain 5 mi; Mod. with Chris on this 9-mile hike with elevation
along the old railroad bed near Hoover Hikes/Programs Offered by BLM Rangers/ gain of 1400 feet. Views of Las Vegas from
Dam. We’ll discuss the history of the railroad Volunteers the ridge. Mod./Stren.
and its role in the construction of the dam. Fri. 5, “Griffith Peak via Rainbow Sat. 20, “Astronomy” (6:00 - 11:00
5.5 mi; Mod. Canyon” - Scramble up the steep trail p.m.; Visitor Center) - The Las Vegas
Mon. 22, “Gaspin’ in the Aspen- through Rainbow Canyon, hike to the peak Astronomical Society will present a special
Bristlecone Loop” - It’s that time of year above Lovell Canyon, and descend on South PowerPoint presentation and have member
where the quaking aspen begin to turn yellow Loop Trail with Chris on this 9-mile point-to- telescopes through which to view objects in
and lose their leaves for the winter. We’ll point hike with 3200 feet of elevation gain. our night sky. No sign-up required. Gate will
enjoy a cool hike through the Bristlecone Very strenuous. close at 6:30 p.m..
Loop, along the way stopping Sun. 21, “Red Cap” -
to smell the roses. Or aspen From Sandstone Quarry hike
rather! 6 mi; Mod. with George up the wash to
Tues. 23, “Nature Jour- the east side of Red Cap.
naling for Everyone!” - Ever courtesy Norm Kresge Scramble up to the tanks, go
wanted to try nature journaling south to a peak overlooking
but did not know where to be- Calico Tank and Calico Basin
gin? Today, all of your problems on the way to Red Cap; then,
are solved. All supplies are descend on the north to the
included, and the pressure is wash for the return trip.
off. Just bring yourself and a Stren; 3 mi.
love for nature. We’ll take a Tues. 23, “Wilson
short hike through Pine Creek Tank” - Climb the ridge
to get us started. No experience with Chris to Badger Pass,
necessary. 3.5 mi; Easy. drop down to Dead Horse
Fri. 26, “Three-in-One” Trail; then, take the trail to
- Hike the escarpment trails Wilson Tank for a great view
SMYC, Dales and Arnight from The Muffins and the view of Red Rock Canyon of Las Vegas from a unique
Oak Creek all the way to Lost angle. 800 feet of elevation
Creek with Athena. Beautiful washes and Sat. 6, “Living Symbols of the West” gain; 7 mi.; Mod.
diverse desert landscapes await you. 6 mi; (10:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m. Visitor Center) - Sun. 28, “White Rock” - Join George
Mod. to Stren. Have you ever wanted to go back in time? for this 6-mile loop around White Rock
Sat. 27, “Calico Basin Hike” - Join Bob Now you can experience the living West Mountain. This hike is a must for hikers of
on this beautiful hike that includes colorful today. The National Wild Horse Association, all levels. It’s a great way to exercise with
rock formations, three springs, Echo Canyon, in conjunction with the BLM, will have a wild breathtaking views. We’ll have lunch over-
birds, many plants and a good opportunity to horse or burro on display for public interaction looking the valley. Mod.
observe aquatic life. 3 mi; Easy/Mod. at the. Please come and learn more about Wed. 31, “North Peak” - Climb 2600
Sun. 28, “Mountain Bike Madness” these beautiful animals and the upcoming feet with Chris on this 8-mile out-and-back
- No experience is necessary for this adoption in October. No sign-up required. hike to the sandstone formation that is
introductory mountain bike ride starting Mon/Tues. 8 & 9, “Car Camping” - regarded by many as the highest point on

from the North Cottonwood parking lot. This overnight adventure with Peppe is the escarpment. Bring Halloween treats
The 6-miler will be a great way to start for everyone. We will be car camping (or to share with the group. Witch’s hats are
new to the sport or dust off an old frame. tent camping) and exploring the area at optional. Stren.

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