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Volunteer with us and get a sneak preview of Diamond Hill area. Learn about different the hill to the spring, we’ll discuss the
this enchanting the refuge. We’ll be removing types of caves and how they are formed. surrounding chaparral/sagebrush environ-
newly sprouted fan palms and baby tamarisk. Easy-mod., 2 mi. ment and discover an old hermit’s shelter.
Gloves, tools and lunch provided. Sat. 16, “Red Rock Culture” – Agave Mod., 4 mi.
Thurs. 7, “Turtlehead Peak” – Hike the roasting pits, rock shelters and petroglyphs Sat. 23, “Muddy Springs” – Enjoy a
traditional front route to the peak with Chris give us a glimpse into the Canyon’s cultural spectacular view of crystal clear pools and
and enjoy great views from the top. Elevation past. Some elevation and rock scrambling. flowing waterfalls with Peppe. Moderate
gain, 1,900 ft. Stren. 5 mi. Mod., 2.5 mi. to strenuous, with some rock scrambling
Fri. 8, “Lost Creek and Beyond” Sat. 16, “Calico Hills” – Join Pat for experience necessary, 6 mi.
– Check out the seasonal waterfall and a hike from the Fee Booth to Calico I & II. Sat. 23, “Bootleg Spring” – Hike from
petroglyphs along this beautiful trail—a must Return through a wash to the Visitor Center, Lovell Canyon to the spectacular Spring
do! Mod., 3 mi. then back to the Fee Booth lot. Beautiful Mountain Ranch Overlook and discover a
Fri. 8 & 22; Thurs. 28, “Red Rock Up sandstone views. Mod. 3-4 mi. little paradise. High-clearance ride carpool-
Close” (Ongoing, Visitor Center, 9:00 Sun. 17, “La Madre Spring, Cabin ing needed. Mod.-stren., 6 mi.
a.m.- noon) - Take a close look at the flora, Creek & Beyond” – Explore the spring with Sun. 24, “Home for the Holidays”
fauna, or geology of Red Rock and the sur- George up to the cabin with our hearts sing- – Celebrate the holidays with Carleton and
rounding Mojave Desert with Carleton and ing in beat with every step. Mod. 6 mi. Carol on this hike to the Wilson homestead,
Carol in this exhibit.. No sign-up required. Sun. 17, “Black Mountain” – Join where we’ll discuss its history, look at some
Sat. 9, “Hike Leader’s Choice (HLC)” Carleton and Carol for a hike to
– Enjoy this 6-mile hike around White Rock. the top of Black Mountain for
Experience the changes in landscape that wonderful views of Lake Mead,
Red Rock Canyon offers. Mod. Las Vegas Valley, the Spring
Sat. 9, “3 Springs Drive and Walk” Mountains and surrounding
– Visit 3 of Red Rock’s 31 permanent area from the top. We’ll dis-
springs, look for all types of bird life and cuss the volcanic history of the
animals, including mule deer and view Red mountain. Stren., 6 mi.
Rock history and rock art. Easy, 1.5 mi. Mon. 18, “Bird Spring
Sun. 10, “Cave Canyon” - Do a little Mountains” – Hike past Bad-
spelunking with George and explore the ger Pass with Chris and up
cave. The trail ends at the dry falls. Have to the highest elevations of
your lunch outside and enjoy the views of the Bird Spring Range to the
Red Rock. Flashlight required!. Mod., 3 mi. east of Mt. Potosi, where we’ll
Sun. 10, “A Hill and a Fault” – Join see unique views of Las Ve-
Carleton and Carol for a hike to the top of gas and Cottonwood Valley.
Cactus Hill and then on to the Keystone Mod./Stren., 6-7 mi. old photos and follow the trail beyond.
Thrust fault and a site of dubious distinction. Mon. 18, “Tort Talks” (On-going at the Mod. 3 mi.
Mod., 2 mi. VC, 9-10a.m.) - A program about the well- Mon. 25, Visitor Center Closed for
Wed. 13, “Black Velvet Canyon” – Hike adapted life history of Gopherus agassizii. the holiday.
through the desert of Cottonwood Valley with No sign-up required. Fri. 29, ”Shining Waters” – Join the
Chris and boulder hop through this remote Wed. 20, “Moenkopi Morning” – Start Interpretive Staff on an enjoyable adventure
canyon on the south end of the escarpment. your morning with Janis on an easy and scenic to Pahranagat, an important natural body of

Wear long pants. Stren., 6-7 mi. hike around the Moenkopi. Easy, 2.25 mi. water in our Mojave Desert habitat.
Wed. 13, “Pine Creek” – Enjoy an early Thurs. 21, “HLC – Warshield Canyon” Sat. 30, “Fossil Ridge” – Enjoy the
morning hike to Pine Creek with Janis and – Accompany the Interpretive Staff for a fun beautiful panoramas of Red Rock Canyon
enjoy fresh air and winter scenery. Easy- adventure north of Las Vegas to a canyon as we look for fossils, lizards, etc. Easy-
mod., 3 mi.
mod., 3 mi. where petroglyphs adorn the walls. See the Sun. 31, “Dale’s Trail” – Let’s end the
Thurs. 14, “HLC-Valley of Fire” – Join amazing variety, from an altar rock to war year with a great hike with Carleton and
the Interpretive Staff for a road trip to Valley shields. We will be sharing high-clearance Carol from Pine Creek over to the Ice Box
of Fire, where we will hike the trails and see vehicles. Easy, 2-3 mi. (car pooling will be needed). Mod.,4.5 mi.
lots of petroglyphs. Easy, 3-4 mi. Fri. 22, “La Madre Springs” - From Mon. 1, “New Year’s Day Hike”
Fri. 15, “The Cave” – Explore Red Rock Willow Springs we’ll hike to the La Madre - Watch for an announcement in next
Canyon’s one and only cave within the Blue Springs trailhead. Following the trail up month’s issue!

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