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HIKES

Red Rock Canyon: On Monday, learn about geology and nature on a moderate, 3-mile hike to the Calico Tanks; for ages 12 and older. Also on Monday, look for nocturnal animals on a moderate, 2½-mile hike along First Creek; for ages 10 and older. On Wednesday, seek out migrating birds on a moderate, 2- to 3-mile hike at Red Spring; for ages 12 and older. On Friday, view colorful rock formations on an easy-to-moderate, 3-mile hike at Calico Basin. On Oct. 9, see birds and plants on an easy-to-moderate, 4-mile hike to Lone Grapevine Spring.

For more information or to sign up for hikes, call (702) 515-5367.

Around the Bend Friends: This group of people 50 and older who are involved in hiking and related social activities plans several hikes each week of various difficulty levels, including an easy-to-moderate social hike on Saturdays. To learn more about the group and the hikes that are offered call (702) 823-2355 or visit the club's website, www.aroundthebendfriends.com.

OTHER PROGRAMS

Red Rock Canyon: On Monday, learn about the animals of Red Rock in a tabletop exhibit from 1:30 to 2 p.m. at the Visitor Center. On Tuesday, living and preserved species of venomous animals will be on display from 11 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. at the Visitor Center. On Saturday, kids ages 2 to 7 can learn about vertebrates through stories, activities, music and a craft.

For more information, call (702) 515-5367.

Archaeo-Nevada Society, along with the Bureau of Land Management, seeks volunteers to help with Red Rock Canyon conservation projects. Visit www.archaeonevada.org.

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