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APRIL PROGRAMS

o provide quality programs, we limit Thurs. 6, “Arachnids” (On-going at
the number of participants. Program VC, 9-noon) - Hollywood has created sev- Sun. 9, “Afternoon Family Fun Hike”
Ttimes vary. Meet at the Visitor Center eral myths relating to arachnids. Discover the – Discover the desert plants and wildlife of
unless otherwise specified. To make a res- truth. Find out which ones are harmful and Red Rock on this 3-mile hike with naturalist
ervation please call 702-515-5367, 8:00 a.m. which ones are not. No sign-up required. Linda. All ages welcome. Mod.
to 4:00 p.m. If unable to attend a program, Fri. 7, “Blue Diamond Overlook” Tues. 11, “Pueblo Park” – Take a twi-
your cancellation is appreciated. Parents – Explore the bike trails with Chris light stroll with Chris through the park (in the
must accompany children on all programs. on the ridge above the town of Blue Rampart-Lake Mead Blvd area) following a
Please note: the Conservation Area is a Diamond. 5 mi. Mod. walkway in a working arroyo. 3 mi. Easy.
Federal Fee Area. All entry or recreation fees Sat. 8, 15 & 29. “Corn Creek Spring Thurs. 13 & 27, “Canyon Clean-up”
apply. Visit www.redrockcanyonlv.org for Walk” – Join us for this morning walk to - Help keep Red Rock clean and join us for
hike information. observe the creatures in a surprising setting a morning of fresh air and a cookie! Easy
and learn about the history and future of the Fri. 14, “Birding with a Ranger” – Join
Tuesdays all month, “Cactus Jack” area. Easy, 1/2 mi. Ranger Jim on a fascinating excursion into
(Ongoing at the Visitor Center 10 a.m.- Sat. 8, “Calico Hills” – Walk from the the world of bird watching. We’ll brave the
noon) – Jack will give 15-20 min. programs ornithological primeval world of
on a wide variety of topics related to Red nature and observe the real life
Rock Canyon. No sign-up required. of birds. 1-2 mi. Easy.
Sat. 1, “Spring Fling” – Join the inter- Sat. 15, “Snowshoe the
pretive staff, volunteers and others for a Bristlecone Trail” – Join Lin-
fun day of exhibits, activities, crafts and da and Peppe for the annual
vendors celebrating spring and Red Rock April snowshoeing hike in the
Canyon. No sign-up required. Spring Mountains. No experi-
Sun. 2, “Base of Turtlehead” – When ence necessary. Call for rental
the going gets tough, the smart turn info. 5 mi. Mod.
back. Join Carleton and Carol for an ab- Sat. 15, “Best Hikes with
breviated version of this popular route. Dogs:Pine Creek” – Looking
Mod, 3.2 mi. 1,000 ft ascent. for a fun hike for you AND YOUR
Sun 2, “North Peak” – Enjoy this 4-mile DOG? Bring Fido along and join
round trip hike from Rocky Gap Summit to the authors (and their dogs) of
the highest point on the escarpment with the new book Best Hikes with
George. Mod/Stren. Dogs: Las Vegas and Beyond.
Yoga - Tune up your mind, body and 3 mi. Mod.
spirit with a certified yoga instructor sur- Sat. 15, “Astronomy” (Vis-
rounded by the peace and beauty of Red itor Center, 8 – 11 p.m.) - This
Rock Canyon. fee station on a loop passing through the fire program is for everyone young and mature.
h Sun. 2, “Big Sky Yoga” area with Pat. 3-4 mi. Mod. LVAS will present a slide presentation and
h Sat. 8 & 22, “Blue Sky Yoga” Sat.8, – Sun.9, “Back Packing” – A share telescopes. Gate will close at 8:30
Tues. 4, “Red Mountain” – Loop dream come true with Peppe and Janet, p.m. after which there is no admittance.
across the peak climbing through Bootleg camping at the Hidden Forest in or near the No sign-up required.
Sun. 16, “Wetlands Trail” – Carol and
cabin. 5 mi. Difficult.
Canyon and returning via a traditional Sun. 9, “Red Cap” – This is one of Carleton have done this hike for several
route with Chris. This hike in the Boulder George’s favorite hikes in the Calico Hills. years on Easter Sunday to enjoy the flowers
City area offers great views from the top. It’s short, challenging and most of all, it’s in bloom. Now that we’re working for the RR-
6.mi. Mod/Stren. fun. 3-mi loop. Stren. CIA, we invite you to join us. 1 mi. Easy.

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