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SEPTEMBER PROGRAMS

o provide quality programs, we limit the variety of topics related to Red Rock Canyon. Wed. 6, “Diversity and Fossils” - Take
number of participants. Program times No sign-up required. a journey to the bottom of an ancient sea with
Tvary. Meet at the Visitor Center unless Fri. 1, “Fletcher Canyon” - Hike through Athena and enjoy the beautiful panoramas
otherwise specified. To make a reservation the pine forest and a narrow slot canyon with of Red Rock Canyon as we look for fossils,
please call 702-515-5367, 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 Chris, stopping below Obstacle Rock. Easy/ lizards, etc. Mod. 3 mi.
p.m. If unable to attend a program, your cancel- Mod. 4 mi. Thurs. 7, “Trail Canyon” - Get out of
lation is appreciated. Parents must accompany Fri. 1 & 22, “Red Rock Up Close” (Ongo- the heat and enjoy the cool with Janis and
children on all programs. Please note: the ing, 9 a.m.–noon) - Take a close look at the Carleton as they hike through ponderosa and
Conservation Area is a Federal Fee Area. flora, fauna or geology of Red Rock and the bristlecone pines gaining 1,600 feet in eleva-
All entry or recreation fees apply. Visit www. surrounding Mojave Desert with Carleton and tion as they go 4.5 mi. Stren.
redrockcanyonlv.org for hike information. Carol in this exhibit at the Visitor Center. No Fri. 8, “Chill and a Thrill” - Hike one
sign-up required. of Red Rock’s best trails with Athena! Dis-
KIDS PROGRAMS Sat. 2, “Harvest Fest” (10 a.m.-3 p.m.) cover the secret niches of cliff communities.
Children’s Sept. Series: Join Jen for - Celebrate the end of summer at the Visitor Mod. 3 mi.

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fun, interactive programs on the 3 and 24 . Center enjoying local artists, educational Fri. 8 & 22, “Burn ‘N’ Rubber” - This
booths, children’s programs and crafts. is a non-competitive mountain bike ride with
r Sun. 3, “Facts About Max” discussions about fire ecology with
- Desert Tortoise. Kids will learn Eric along the Badger Pass Loop.
about Nevada’s state reptile, enjoy Easy/Mod. Limited space.
a story, complete a craft and visit Fri. 8, “Full Moon Ride”
the tortoise habitat. Limited space, - This moonlit ride with Eric will
sign-up required.
start at the fee booth and take us
r Sun. 24, “Past Time Pai- through the burned area of the
utes” - Native Americans that once loop fire where we’ll turn around.
lived here. Kids will learn stories and Easy/Mod.
interesting facts about their culture Sat. 9, “Shining Waters”
and participate in a fun art project. - Join the Red Rock Interpretive
Limited space - sign-up required. Staff on an enjoyable adventure to
Pahranagat, an important natural
r Sat. 16 & 23, “Junior Ranger body of water in our Mojave Desert
Program at Lost Creek ” (Ages 5- habitat. We’ll look for a variety of
12) – Hike the easy 7/10-mile at Lost migrating birds, playful muskrats
Creek/Children’s Discovery Trail with and possible surprise sightings
Jen while learning about Red Rock along the way. Easy, 2-3 mi.
Canyon and completing the Jr. Park Sat. 9, “Raintree” - Join
Ranger booklet. Easy. Limited space, Chris on this alternate route to
sign-up required. the 3,000-year-old bristlecone pine
r Sun. 17, “Little Wigglers” (Ages Sun. 3, “Twilight Hike-Lake Mead” using Trail Canyon and going around Mummy’s
3-6) – Join Jen for a fun, interactive program - Join Carleton and Carol for an evening Toe. A 2,200-foot elevation gain on this out-
about things that wiggle. Kids will see some hike along the Lake View Trail. Hopefully, and-back route. Stren. 7 mi.
bugs up close, hear stories, learn cool facts we’ll see some bats and other wildlife while Sat. 9, 16 & 30, “Blue Sky Yoga” - Tune
and participate in a fun art project. Limited enjoying the sunset and a nice view of Lake up your mind, body and spirit with a certified
space - sign-up required. Mead. Mod. 2-4 mi. yoga instructor while enjoying the peace and
Mon. 4, “Zero Mile Hike” (Ongoing,10 serenity of Red Rock.
FAMILY PROGRAMS a.m.–noon) - Enjoy some of the wonders of Sat. 9, “Astronomy” (8 p.m. -11 p.m.)
Tuesdays all month, “Cactus Jack” (On- Red Rock Canyon’s animal life without the - This program is for everyone young and
going at the Visitor Center, 10 a.m.-noon) strenuous hiking. All ages welcome for this ta- mature. LVAS will have telescopes for sharing
- Jack will give 15-20-min. programs on a wide ble at the Visitor Center. No sign-up required. and present a power point program. No sign-up

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