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yoga instructor surrounded by the peace and tor. Mod. 4 mi. Answers to Quiz
beauty of Red Rock Canyon. Sun. 19, “Family Fun Hike” - Join
Sat. 11, “Telescope Viewing” - This naturalist Linda on the newly reopened Red are. Sad, isn’t it.
program is for everyone young and mature. Spring Trail (including 1/2 mile of acces- nothing. Regrettable . . . but there you
LVAS will present a slide presentation and sible boardwalk) and beyond to enjoy the Trumpet concluded you are worthy of
share telescopes. Gate will close at 5:30 meadows restoration and watch for wildlife. Rat,” but after due thought, the Desert
p.m. - NO admittance after 5:30 p.m.! No All ages welcome. Easy-Mod. 2 mi. for you. One person suggested “Desert
sign-up required. Mon. 20, “The Muffins” - Scramble up under—it is difficult to find any meaning
Sun. 12, “Red Cap” - One of George’s the north end of Blue Diamond Hill to the known as “Running Antelope.” Five and
favorite hikes in the Calico Hills. It’s short, distinctive formations above and across from don’t worry—you stand tall and will be
challenging and most of all, it’s fun. Stren. 3 mi. Red Rock. Once on the ridge, proceed to the “Soaring Eagle.” If you got 6-11 correct,
Sun. 12, “First Creek” - Join Carleton old Las Vegas overlook and return via Skull a mighty chief and carry the name,
and Carol for a hike along First Creek. We’ll Canyon. Stren. 5 mi. With 12 or more right, you are truly
stop at the waterfall, and then, make our way Mon. 20, “Under the Sea” - Sea fossils Where you stand in Indian society:
up to a pretty stand of Ponderosa Pines for abound along the scenic Red Rock Canyon rather dangerous practice.) possessions if they got carried away (a
nice views of the canyon and escarpment. Trail. Easy-Mod. 2.5 mi. household effects and even a husband’s
Mod. 4 mi. Tues, 21, “Rock Scrambling Calico that included women who might wager
Sun. 12, “Skywatch: Full Moonrise” Part III” - Peppe concludes his series on flowers; 9 - Indians loved to gamble, and
- Bundle up, bring your flashlights and enjoy building upper and lower body strength. “Florida is a Spanish word pertaining to
the full moonrise and moonlit sandstone Stren. 4 hours. About those “False” answers: 4 -
bluffs from the panoramic Moenkopi Trail Wed. 22, “By George, we’ve gone in
with Linda. Mod. 2.5 mi. a circle” - Heart Healthy Series IV with Janis 9-F, 10-C, 11-B, 12-C, 13-T, 14-C, 15-T.
Mon. 13, “2 Peaks Today” - Ever goes from the VC to fee booth, to Calico I to 1-A, 2-C, 3-T, 4-F, 5-B, 6-T, 7-A, 8-C,
wanted to do 2 peaks in 1 day? Start with the Moenkopi, back to VC. Mod. 2+ mi.
700’ gain, mostly by trail, to the top of Lone Fri. 24, “Hike Leader’s Choice: Volunteer
Mountain (2.5 mi); then drive a few miles to Keystone Thrust +” - Explore Red Rock’s Training Seminars
Eagle Peak for a 900’ climb without a trail to famous thrust fault and discover the simple
the top (2 mi). Stren. beauty of a desert wash. Easy-Mod. 4 mi. Training Seminars for spring
Mon. 13, “Lion Country” - Lions Sat. 25, “First Creek” - Visit 3 distinc- 2006 will begin on Saturday, Febru-
yes…no tigers, no bears. Hike the La Madre tive waterfalls hidden away in the desert. ary 4, for interested volunteers. If you
trail and learn about the elusive cougar and Some rock scrambling and possible explora- haven’t signed up for this great series
its role in nature. Mod. 3-4 mi. tion beyond 3rd waterfall. Mod. 4-5 mi. of natural science and cultural his-
Wed. 15, “Oak Creek to Pine Creek Sat. 25, “White Rock to Sandstone tory seminars conducted by experts,
and Back” - Heart Healthy Series III with Quarry” - Join Pat for a hike from the upper you may call Ranger Jim Cribbs at
Janis. Mod. 2+ mi. White Rock parking lot to Sandstone Quarry 702-515-5234. A schedule of classes
Thurs. 16, “Beetles” (On-going at VC, and then car pool back. Mod. 4 mi. through Saturday, April 1, is avail-
9 a.m. - noon) - Come see a sampling of Sun. 26, “Brownstone Canyon: Ex- able in the January issue of the Desert
Red Rock’s beetle species. Get acquainted ploring Petroglyphs and Pictographs” Trumpet which may be accessed on
with our darkling beetles. Why do they stick - George loves to explore this area. We’ll line at www.friendsofredrockcanyon.
their heads in the sand and their abdomens leave from Sandstone Quarry, go through org in the “Members Only” section.
in the air? What distinguishes beetles from Gateway pass, almost reaching the east side
other insects? Learn the answers to these of Turtlehead Peak. Stren. 6 mi.
and other questions at our beetle exhibit. No Sun. 26, “Potato Knoll Loop” - Join
sign-up required. Carol and Carleton for a hike around Potato Hospitality Help
Fri. 17, “Hike Leader’s Choice: Turtle- Knoll. We’ll take a snack break in a beauti-
head” - Hard work often results in great ful area with pinyon pines and junipers, and The Hospitality Committee
rewards; hike through the elevation gain have lovely views of Oak Creek Canyon and needs members to assist with event
and enjoy spectacular views of the Vegas the escarpment. Mod. 4.5 mi. planning, catering, set-up and
Valley. Stren. 5 mi. Mon. 27, “Round-a-bout” - Hike out clean-up.
If you would like to join this
Sat. 18, “First Creek Falls and Spring from the Red Rock Visitor Center. Discover fun-loving group, leave a message
Hike” - Join us on a hike that includes a a small canyon and learn about plants and for Martha Burk or Shannon Abney
waterfall-grotto and a permanent spring animals that call the Conservation Area on the Friends line at 255-8743.
containing a watch-list species and its preda- home. Easy-Mod. 3 mi.

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