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January 16, 2011 - 12:00 am
 

HIKES

Red Rock Canyon: On Monday, a hike to Keystone Thrust fault. On Tuesday, a moderately strenuous, 5-mile hike with some scrambling at Krafft Mountain Loop. On Wednesday, a moderate, 3- to 4-mile full moon hike at La Madre Spring. Bring a flashlight. On Saturday, a moderate 3- to 4-mile hike at Arnight Trail. On Jan. 23, a moderate to strenuous 4-mile to North Peak. High-clearance and 4-by-4 vehicles required (515-5367).

Around The Bend Friends: This group of people over 50, interested in hiking and related social activities, plans a three-to four-hour moderate hike each Saturday starting at 8:30 a.m. To learn more about the group and the meeting place for the hike, contact 228-0773, or the club's website: www.aroundthebendfriends.com.

OTHER PROGRAMS

Red Rock Canyon: On Saturday, ongoing story-telling for children at the visitor center. Also Saturday, a program for 2-10 year olds on animal movements. On Jan. 23, a program for 3-8 year olds on animal adaptations and survival (515-5367).

Archaeo-Nevada Society along with the Bureau of Land Management invites volunteers to help with Red Rock Conservation projects. Visit www.archaeonevada.org.

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