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Outdoor activities around Southern Nevada

LAS VEGAS REVIEW-JOURNAL

November 18, 2012 - 2:04 am

HIKES

Red Rock Canyon: On Monday, see the remains of a historic homestead on a moderate, three-mile hike to Pine Creek; for ages 12 and older. On Wednesday, observe the amazing geology of the Keystone Thrust Fault on a moderate, 3.3-mile hike at La Madre Spring; for ages 15 and older. On Nov. 25, learn about geology and nature on a moderately strenuous, five-mile hike along Rocky Gap Road; for ages 10 and older.

For more information, 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, visit www.aroundthebendfriends.com.

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