OUT THERE
August 30, 2009 - 9:00 pm
HIKES
Red Rock Canyon: On Monday, a moderate to strenuous three-mile hike with a 1,040-foot elevation gain, at Mount Charleston. On Friday, a three-mile hike with a 950-foot elevation gain at Cathedral Rock. On Saturday, an easy, one-and-a-half-mile hike at Lost Creek/Willow Springs (515-5467).
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 at 228-0773, or the club's Web site: www. aroundthebendfriends.com
OTHER PROGRAMS
Red Rock Canyon: On Friday, children 2-6 years old can learn about jackrabbits, participate in a craft and go on a half-mile easy hike. On Saturday, a program for 5-10 year olds on petroglyphs at Red Spring. Children will learn the history of petroglyphs, search for petroglyphs and participate in a craft (515-5467).
Archaeo-Nevada Society along with the Bureau of Land Management invites volunteers to help with Red Rock Conservation projects. Visit www.archaeonevada.org.