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FEBRUARY PROGRAMS

o provide quality programs, we limit Strenuous; 6 mi. Strenuous; 9 mi.
the number of participants. Program Sat. 2, “Calico Tanks” – Hike through Sat. 9, “Red Rock Culture” – Agave
Ttimes vary. Please call 702-515-5367 the striking and colorful Calico Hills with roasting pits, rock shelters and petroglyphs
between 8:00 a.m. and 4:00 p.m. for times Athena. We’ll see one of Red Rock’s largest give us a glimpse into Red Rock Canyon’s
and reservations. If unable to attend a natural water catchments. Mod; 2.5 mi. cultural past. Athena will also discuss
program, your cancellation is appreciated. Sat. 2, 9 & 23, “Red Rock Up Close” various herbs and medicinal uses of plants.
Parents must accompany children on all (Ongoing, 9 - 11:30 a.m.) - Take a close look Easy/Mod; 2.5 mi.
programs. Please note: the Conservation at the flora, fauna or geology of Red Rock Sat. 9 & 23, “Corn Creek Spring Walk”
Area is a Federal Fee Area. All entry or and the surrounding Mojave Desert with - Corn Creek Spring feeds three ponds at this
recreation fees apply. Carleton and Carol during this presentation headquarters of the Desert National Wildlife
at the Visitor Center. No sign-up required. Refuge. It is a major bird watching area
KIDS PROGRAMS Sat. 2, 9 & 23, “Blue Sky and is prime habitat for aquatic
hSat. 2, “Jr. Naturalists – Red Rock Yoga” - Tune up your mind, and land plants and animals.
Mammals” (Ages 2-5) – Bring the little ones body and spirit with Cheryl, Join Bob during the morning to
out to Red Rock for a fun and interactive a certified yoga instructor, observe all these creatures in a
program about the mammals that live here! while enjoying the peace and surprising setting. 1/2 mi; Easy.
Kids will hear stories, play a game and make serenity of Red Rock. Sun. 10, “Mescalito Peak”
a craft to take home. Siblings are always Sun. 3 & 17, “Mountain – This is a great bouldering and
welcome. Limited space. Easy. Bike Madness” (Ages 10 scrambling hike with George.
hSat. 16, “Junior Hikers - Mammals and up) - No experience is Once on the peak, you’ll get
vs. Reptiles” (Ages 5-12) – We’ve got mam- necessary for this introduc- great views of Pine Creek and
mals! We’ve got reptiles! But, do you know tory mountain bike ride with the Valley. This is not a hike for
which is which? Bring the kids out to Red Jen and John starting from the meek. Strenuous; 6 mi.
Rock and learn everything you ever wanted the Late Night parking lot. Sun. 10, “Liberty Bell
to know about some of our mammals and The 6-miler will be a great Arch” – Join Carleton and Carol
reptiles! We’ll have stories, games, activi- way to start new to the sport or dust off an for a hike in the Lake Mead NRA past a
ties and a craft. Limited space. Easy. Less old frame. Helmets are required. manganese mine and a unique arch. Our
than 1 mi. Sun. 3, “Base of Turtlehead” – When destination is a bluff overlooking the Colo-
the going gets tough, the smart turn back. rado River. Mod. 4.2 mi.
FAMILY PROGRAMS Join Carleton and Carol for an abbrevi- Mon. 11, “Monday at the Rock” – Join
Sat. 2, “2 Peaks in 1” – Hike with ated version of this popular route. 1000-ft Jen at Red Rock for a classic hike up to the
Peppe from Willow Springs to North Peak. ascent; Mod. 3.2 mi. La Madre Springs cabin. We’ll be on the
Then, go to Bridge Mountain and back to Mon. 4, “Mondays at the Rock” – A lookout for small waterfalls, and we’ll be do-
Willow Springs using Rocky Gap Road or Monday favorite of Jen’s. We’ll start at Red ing some rock scrambling. Mod; 3-4 mi.
Springs, scramble up to and over a saddle in
Tues. 12, “White Rock Loop” – Join
the wash. Strenuous; 12 mi. the sandstone, making our way through the Aaron to search for interesting vegetation,
Sat. 2, “Willow Springs to White calicos and back to Red Springs. Fantastic geology and archaeology on this trip around
Rock” – Enjoy the views along the Escarp- views! Mod/Stren; 4-mi. loop. White Rock Loop. Mod; 6 mi.
ment with Pat. We’ll go to the catchment tank Wed. 6, “Heart Healthy Hike #1: Oak Tues. 12, “Nature Journals” (Ages 10
and look for birds. Mod; 4-mi. Creek” – Join Janis on this first of three hikes and up) – Start your own nature journal or
Sat. 2, “Gray Cap” – Hike from Sand- for “heart smart” exercise. Mod; 3.5 mi. continue with one you already have. Go on
stone Quarry through the drainage areas Fri. 8, “Calico-Gateway Loop” – a short hike with Jen to a quiet place. You
behind the Calico Hills to Gateway Canyon Loop around the west side of the Calico don’t have to be a writer or an artist to try
with Chris, then up Gateway to some excit- Hills in Red Rock with Chris and down this. All supplies will be provided.
ing scrambling on sandstone to the peak. through lower Gateway Canyon with about Wed. 13, “Heart Healthy Hike #2: Pine
Out-and-back hike; 1500-ft. elev. gain; ½ mile of moderate boulder scrambling. Creek” – Join Janis on this second in the se-

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