OUT THERE

HIKES

Red Rock Canyon: On Mounday, a moderate, 5-mile hike at Mount Charleston. On Thursday, a 3-mile night hike at Fletcher Canyon. Bring a flashlight. On Friday, a moderate, 4-mile hike through Telephone Pole Canyon. On Saturday, an easy, ½-mile hike at Corn Creek Walk (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: Tuesday, week three of Camp Red Rock, where 3-10 year olds can learn about reptiles. On Thursday, an ongoing discussion on the desert tortoise at the visitor center from 10 a.m. to noon. On Friday, a canyon clean-up. On Saturday, an art class for those 4 and over. No experience necessary and all supplies are included (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.