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o provide quality programs, we walking, and learning yoga breathing exer- for children.
limit the number of participants. cises and basic postures. Enjoy a different Wed. 18, Cathedral Rock - Cotton-
TProgram times vary. Please call aspect of Red Rock Canyon and the deserts woods and wild roses give way to a
515-5367 between 8:30 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. for natural beauty. spectacular view of the Las Vegas Valley.
times and reservations. If unable to attend Mon. 9, Homestead - Discover the Join us on this moderately easy Mt. trek. A
a program, your cancellation is appreciated. beauty of Pine Creek and learn how the good introduction to hiking the Mt. Charles-
Unless otherwise indicated, all programs Wilsons built a dream home back in the early ton area. 3-mi.
meet at the Visitor Center front door. Par- days; Easy-Mod., 3-mi. Thurs. 19, Bristlecone & No-Name
ents must accompany children on all Tues. 10, Humming Bird Hollow - Loop - Hike the west side of the pictur-
programs. Please note: the Conservation Join Peppe and be one of the first to esque Bristlecone Loop. Climb about 3/4 of
Area is a Federal Fee Area. All entry or scramble up a gorgeous canyon with the Bonanza Trail; Mod., 5.25-mi.
recreation fees apply. wonderful views; Moderately Stren., 7-mi. Fri. 20, Hike Leaders Choice -
Wed. 11, Moenkopi Morning - En- Take a 4X4 ride up Rocky Gap Road to the
KIDS PROGRAMS joy an early morning stroll as we hike along Red Rock Summit. Well hike from there to
Desert Babies - A program for 3 and 4 yr.- the Moenkopi Trail and enjoy the beautiful Bridge Mt. Where you can look right down
olds. Call early, space is limited! scenery that this trail has to offer; into Pine Creek; Stren., 6-mi.
R Tues. 3; Wed. 11 & 25, - Stories, activi- Easy, 2-mi. Sat. 21, All Aboard for Corn Creek
ties, crafts, snack, and lots of fun; Rsvp. Thurs. 12; Tues. 24, Tort Talks (On- Station - Travel back in time to the turn of
going, Visitor Center, 10 - 11 a.m.) - Learn the century when Corn Creek was on the
FAMILY PROGRAMS about the well-adapted life history of Overland Stage and Las Vegas & Tonopah
Sun. 1, Crack of Dawn - Enjoy the Gopherus agassizii. Railroad route; Easy, 1-mi.
cool of very early morning on this 2-mile hike Fri. 13, Hike Leaders
on the Keystone Thrust Trail beginning just Choice - Join the Interpretive
after sunrise. Fabulous panoramic views Staff and hike through Red Rock
guaranteed; Mod. Canyon backcountry. From Boot-
Wed. 4, Mary Jane Falls - Join us leg and Rainbow Springs, well
for a cool mountain trek on one of Mt. end up looking down on Spring
Charlestons most popular hikes; Mod., 2.5-mi. Mt. Ranch; Mod., 5-mi.
Thurs. 5, Mt. Charleston - Join Chris Sat. 14, Map, Compass,
and hike to the highest point in Southern and Survival - Did you know
Nevada. Ascend on South Loop and that 80% of people lost are day
descend on North Loop through Trail hikers? It also takes 24-36 hours
for Search and Rescue to find a
Canyon; Stren., 17-mi. lost person. Join us for a few
Sat. 7 & 28, Evening Bat Walk - hours on how to properly prepare
Have you ever seen a bat up close? Or heard and be prepared for the unex-
one as it is flying after an insect? Join us for pected. We will learn basic tech-
a slide program at the Visitor Center on bats niques on the use of maps and compass, Sat. 21, Astronomy - In the
around the world. Then well drive the Scenic and what we should properly pack for a evening, 7:30 - 11 p.m., LVAS will present a
Loop to a spring where we will watch and day hike; Rsvp. slide show and share telescopes. Bring your
listen to bats. Dont forget your hat and scarf! Wed. 18, The Wild Bunch (Ongo- scopes and binocs. Gate closes at 8:30 p.m.
Creative Canyon Series Yoga - ing, Visitor Center, 2 - 4 p.m.) - Join Ranger Mon. 23, Tinaja - Hike up through
Sun. 8; Fri. 13; Sun. 22 & 29, - Tune up Gina and learn about the various wildlife at the Calico Hills to the tank. Even though it is
your mind, body, and spirit with a certified Red Rock Canyon. Bring the whole family probably dry, we will get a great view of the
Yoga instructor. You will be warming up, and enjoy reptile bingo and various crafts entire Las Vegas Valley; Mod., 2.5-mi.
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