Outdoor activities around Southern Nevada

HIKES

Red Rock Canyon: On Monday, explore the plants and animals on a moderate, 6-mile hike along White Rock Loop; for ages 12 and older. On Wednesday, enjoy great views on an easy, 2-mile hike along the Moenkopi trail; for ages 8 and older. On Dec. 4, trek to Sandstone Quarry on a moderate, 3-mile hike; for ages 12 and older.

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 2:30 p.m. at the visitor center. On Tuesday, living and preserved specimens 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 desert tortoises 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.