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JANUARY PROGRAMS

o provide quality programs, we Wed. 4, “Oak Creek Loop” - Part 1 of Vegas Astronomical Society will host this fourth
limit the number of participants. Winter Wonderland Series at Red Rock with clinic and star party. Learn to set up and oper-
TProgram times vary. Meet at the Janis. Mod. 3.25 mi. ate telescopes. The event is free and open to
Visitor Center unless otherwise speci- Thurs. 5, “Rocks and Minerals” (Visi- the public. No sign-up required. There will be a
fied. To make a reservation please call tor Center, 10 a.m. – 1 p.m.) - Igneous, slide presentation and a sharing of telescopes.
702-515-5367, 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. metamorphic and sedimentary—which kind Gate closes at 5:30 p.m.
If unable to attend a program, your of rocks can you find at Red Rock? How did Sun. 8, “Calico Tanks” – From the sec-
cancellation is appreciated. Parents they end up here? Learn the answers to these ond pullout, we’ll go up the chute to the saddle,
must accompany children on all questions and solve other profound mysteries then climb and scramble to the top of Calico
programs. Please note: the Con- of the universe at our rock and mineral show. Hill, over to Boy Scout overlook, then to the
servation Area is a Federal Fee No sign-up required. tanks. We’ll return down the backside around
Area. All entry or recreation fees apply. Fri. 6, “Hike Leader’s Choice: Ash the trail to the parking lot. Join George for this
Visit www.redrockcanyonlv.org for Meadows National Wildlife Refuge” - Our 3-mile strenuous hike.
hike information. next trip in Southern Nevada is 90 miles Sun. 8, “Railroad Tunnel Hike”
NW of Las Vegas to 22,000 acres of – Join Carol and Carleton for a hike
KIDS PROGRAMS spring-fed wetlands and alkaline along the old railroad bed near Hoover
c Wed. 11, Desert Babies: TBD - This desert uplands providing habi- Dam. We’ll discuss the history of the
program is for 3 and 4-yr olds. We will be doing tat for 24 plants and animals railroad and its role in the
stories, activities, crafts (hopefully inside, but found nowhere else in the construction of the dam.
come prepared for an outside class) and lots of world. Bring an inspirational Mod. 5.5 mi.
fun. Space is limited, please call early. Rsvp. piece of writing from Sun. 8, “Old Span-
c Sat. 14, Tot Trot: TBD - This is a program your favorite author ish Trail Drive-‘n’-Hike”
for 2-6-yr olds. We’ll take a short trail hike and to share at lunch. – Enjoy a 2-hr. mid-day trip
have some hands-on items for exploring the Easy. along a remnant of the Old
senses. This hike will be 1-2 mi at the toddlers’ Sat. 7, “Hik- Spanish Trail with Linda, stopping
pace. Let’s see what you can find. Children in ing Clinic: I of III” at four historic sites. Mod. 1.5 mi.
backpacks are most welcome. Trails are NOT - Enjoy health and Sun. 8, “Morning Yoga”
stroller friendly. wellness through - Tune up your mind, body and
hiking with Peppe. spirit with a certified yoga instructor
FAMILY PROGRAMS Learn scrambling and surrounded by the peace and beauty of
Tuesdays all month: “Cactus Jack” Ryan stamina. We will go from Red Rock Canyon.
(Ongoing, 10 a.m.-noon, Visitor Center) will Sandstone to Brownstone, Mon. 9, “Desert Plants and Medicinal
give 15-20 min. programs on a wide variety of and back. Stren. 7 mi. Uses” – Red Rock is a haven for a large variety
topics related to Red Rock Canyon. Sat. 7, “Hidden Forest” - Join Pat for a of Mojave Desert Plants. Hike through Willow
Sun. 1, “New Year’s Resolution Hike” loop around Sandstone Quarry; we’ll view Red Springs and learn about their diversity and
- Take your health into your own hands this year Springs. Mod. 4 mi. delight in their sometimes surprising uses.
by embracing nature, loving yourself and loving Sat. 7, “Ash Canyon” - Experience a Easy-Mod. 3 mi.
others. Resolution is the first step; persistence variety of terrain on this hike with Chris in the Wed. 11, “Pine Creek Loop” – Janis
must follow. Join Peppe to this fabulous Blue backcountry just outside Red Rock. Some continues with Part II of Winter Wonderland
Diamond overlook. Mod. 3-4 mi. major boulder scrambling in the canyon. Mod- Series at Red Rock. Mod. 3 mi.
Sun. 1, “Happy New Year: Fossil Ridge” Stren. 5.5 mi. Thurs. 12 & 26, “Canyon Clean-up”
– Start the new year off right with George Sat. 7, “Corn Creek Spring Walk” - Join – Help keep Red Rock clean and join us for a
enjoying the great outdoors in fresh air and Bob to explore three ponds for birds, aquatic morning of fresh air and a cookie! Easy.
an awesome view of the escarpment and Red and land plants, and animals at the Desert Sat. 14, “Hiking Clinic: II of III” – Learn
Rock Canyon. Easy-Mod. 3 mi. Nat’l. Wildlife Refuge. Easy. 0.5 mi. No sign- distance hiking, plus rock scrambling, with
Mon. 2, “Skull Rock” - Dale’s Trail from up required. Peppe; Red Spring to Gateway and exploring.
Pine Creek to Ice Box gives us a chance to Sat. 7, “4 Annual Beginner’s Tele- Stren. 6 mi.
th
look for winter wildlife. Mod. 3 mi. scope Clinic and Star Party” – The Las Sat. 14 & 28, “Yoga” - Tune up your mind,

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