Cottonwood Canyons Foundation Winter Wildlife Tracking class

Join the Cottonwood Canyons Foundation for a Winter Wildlife Tracking class this weekend with renowned educator and naturalist Bruce Thompson!

WINTER WILDLIFE TRACKING CLASS
1/23/2009 6:00 PM - REI, Salt Lake
1/24/2009 Field Program in the Cottonwood Canyons (specific location TBA)

The vast and ever-present array of wild "signatures" scattered about our local landscapes offer us an underused encyclopedia of behavioral, ecological, and evolutionary information. Through the mind of an animal tracker, we can make discoveries about animal behavior, adaptation, and inter-species relationships. Learn about animals' feet and how they move, when and where they rest, what they eat, and how animals in the wild make a living in their own specific way. Indoor and field sessions focus upon wildlife adaptations, diversity, and sign types complemented by firsthand explorations of the animals' habitats on or off-trail in various uneven terrain. Field session will be done on snowshoes (provided by REI at no extra charge). The class begins in REI's Wasatch room at 6:00pm on Friday, then goes out into the field Saturday morning through afternoon. The field portion will be taught in Big or Little Cottonwood Canyon, exact location(s) will depend on conditions and will be announced during the evening portion of the class. Appropriate footwear, warm clothing, a day pack, lunch, and a filled water bottle will be needed for field sessions. Field guides and cameras welcome. Proceeds benefit the Cottonwood Canyons Foundation.

Cost/Tuition: $60 for REI Members, $65 for non-members.

Registration is Required. To register, please call REI at 486-2100 and ask to speak to the Customer Service department.

The Cottonwood Canyons Foundation offers a winter calendar of activities for all ages including Full Moon Snowshoes, Snowshoe with a Naturalist tours, and Tour with a Ranger nature tours at the Cottonwood Canyons Ski Areas. Visit www.cottonwoodcanyons.org or call 801-466-6411 for more information. We hope you can join us!

POWDER MOUNTAIN, SNOWBASIN AND WOLF CREEK SKI AREA WINTER EVENTS LINEUP

SNOW KITING, AVALANCHE TRAINING AND SOAPBOX DERBY OFFER LEARNING AND ENTERTAINMENT

NORTHERN UTAH’S THREE RESORTS OFFER FULL SCHEDULE OF EVENTS

(Ogden Valley, UT) The 2008 – 2009 Winter Ski Season will be off to its start in a matter of weeks and the three area ski resorts are offering a full slate of activities to enjoy.

November 22: Anticipated Opening of Powder Mountain (801) 745-3772 or www.powdermountain.com.

November 27 (Thanksgiving Day): Anticipated Opening of Snowbasin Resort. Celebrate Thanksgiving at Snowbasin with a fabulous feast with all the trimmings. Dinner served will be served from 11 a.m. – 6 p.m. - $48 pp. Reservations required. (801) 620-1000 or www.snowbasin.com.

November 28: Anticipated Opening of Wolf Creek Utah Ski Resort (801) 745-3511 or www.wolfcreekutah.com/the-mountain.php.


WINTER EVENTS SCHEDULE – 2008-2009 SEASON


December 11: Wolf Creek Utah Ski Resort: Utah Winter Games Race Clinic 6 p.m. (801) 745-3511 or www.wolfcreekutah.com/the-mountain.php.

December 16, 17, 18: Snowbasin Resort: Avalanche Training Class Level 1: During this three day course students can expect to develop a good grounding on how to prepare for and carry out a trip, understand basic decision making while in avalanche terrain, and understanding of avalanches, as well as rescue techniques on how to find and dig up a buried partner. $210 including lift ticket. (801) 620-1017 for more information

December 24 – Snowbasin Resort: Christmas Eve Celebration: Enjoy your Christmas Eve meal in the warmth of Earl’s Lodge and join in the excitement of waiting and watching for the arrival of Santa Claus, and the fascination of the skiing torchlight parade. The Plaza Christmas tree lighting accompanied by caroling will place the spirit of Christmas in everyone’s hearts. The Grizzly Shop will be open for last minute shopping. Families will delight at Rudolph’s fireworks display.
4 – 8 p.m. on the Main Plaza. (801) 620-1000 for more information.

December 31 – Powder Mountain: New Years Eve Skiing Party. Celebrate New Years on the slopes. The hours at Sundown Lift will be extended for this special night. Bonfire, music and fun. Night lift pass will be required. (801)-745-3772 for more information.

January 6 Wolf Creek Utah Ski Resort. Snowbasin Race Team Ski-a-Thon from 4 – 8 p.m. (801) 745-3511 or www.wolfcreekutah.com/the-mountain.php.

January 6, 13 & 30 Powder Mountain: SheSkis Program. Sign up for the three week clinic or just try it out for a day. The day long clinic is for women, taught by women. Women ages 18 and older of all abilities from beginners to experts are invited. Women instructors match participants with similar abilities together to spend a day on the slopes perfecting their skills. www.powdermountain.com/lessons_womens.php or (801) 745-3772.

January 7 & 21 Powder Mountain: Night Jam. Park Jam and party under the lights at Sundown Lift. Park Jam without the hassle of registration and judging. Live music, bonfire, prizes, fun and friends. 4 - 9 p.m. Free with valid lift pass. www.powdermountain.com/mtn_terrainparks

January 10, 2009 Snowbasin Resort: Winter Trails Day. Now in its 14th year, this event offers children and adults new to snow sports the chance to try snowshoeing and or cross-country skiing for free as part of the Snow Sports Industries’ Winter Feels Good initiative. Free event, equipment rental available. We have the gear, you have the fun! www.winterfeelsgood.com or (801) 620-1000.

January 10 Powder Mountain: 2nd Annual Gromfest: Mini-slopestyle competition and mini-slalom race for skiers and boarders 12 years old and younger. 10 a.m. – 3 p.m. at the Sundown Lift. Free with a valid lift pass. www.powdermountain.com or (801) 745-3772

January 10, 17 & 24: Snowbasin Resort: Avalanche Training Class Level 1: During this three day course students can expect to develop a good grounding on how to prepare for and carry out a trip, understand basic decision making while in avalanche terrain, and understanding of avalanches, as well as rescue techniques on how to find and dig up a buried partner. $210 including lift ticket. (801) 620-1017 for more information

Jan. 10, 17, 24 & 31 Snowbasin Resort: Avalanche Level II Class: A six day program. that provides backcountry leaders the opportunity to advance their avalanche knowledge and decision making skills. There is an emphasis on evaluating snow stability. This course is also a prerequisite for the Level III Professional Program. $400 (price includes lift ticket) (801) 620-1017 for more information

January 10 & 11 Wolf Creek Utah Ski Resort: Modern Ski Racing Clinic at Wolf Mountain
(801) 745-3511 or www.wolfcreekutah.com/the-mountain.php.

January 19 – 21 Lucky 13 Lesson Promotion: All three resorts in Ogden Valley are offering special prices on lessons for locals during the last 13 days of January. The promotion is designed to get more Utah residents enjoying winter sports. The following specials are valid from January 19 – 31 and limited to Utah residents. Reservations are required. Be sure to mention “Lucky 13” when making your reservation:

Powder Mountain: $13 off First Time Ski/Ride, Group Lessons (any level), and Private lessons. (801) 745-3772 ext 156
Snowbasin Resort: $13 class lesson, $13 Little Cat lift ticket, $13 equipment rental. (801) 620-1000
Wolf Creek Utah Ski Resort: $13 for one, 2-hour beginner group lesson. (801) 745-3511

January 27, February 3 & 10: Powder Mountain: SheSkis Program. Sign up for the three week clinic or just try it out for a day. The day long clinic is for women, taught by women. Women ages 18 and older of all abilities from beginners to experts are invited. Women instructors match participants with similar abilities together to spend a day on the slopes perfecting their skills. www.powdermountain.com/lessons_womens.php or (801) 745-3772.


January 28 Powder Mountain: Night Jam. Park Jam. and party under the lights at Sundown Lift. Park jam without the hassle of registration and judging. Live music, bonfire, prizes, fun and friends from 4 - 9 p.m. Free with valid lift pass. www.powdermountain.com/mtn_terrainparks or (801) 745-3772.

January 30 & 31 Powder Mountain/North Fork Park: Utah Olympics Winter Games
Powder Mountain will be the site for the alpine and snowboard races. North Fork Park will host the cross country and snowshoe competitions. www.sout.org

February 7 & 8: Wolf Creek Utah Ski Resort: Modern Ski Racing Clinic:
(801) 745-3511 or www.wolfcreekutah.com/the-mountain.php

February 7, 14, 21 & 28 Snowbasin Resort: Avalanche Level II Class: This six day program. provides backcountry leaders the opportunity to advance their avalanche knowledge and decision making skills with an emphasis on evaluating snow stability. This course is also a prerequisite for the level three professional program. $400 (price includes lift ticket.) (801) 620-1017 for more information.

February 11 & 25 Powder Mountain: Night Jam. Park Jam and party under the lights at Sundown Lift. Park jam. without the hassle of registration and judging. Live music, bonfire, prizes, fun and friends from 4 - 9 p.m. Free with valid lift pass. www.powdermountain.com/mtn_terrainparks or (801) 745-3772.

February 21 & February 22: Wolf Creek Utah Ski Resort: USASA Border Cross Event
(801) 745-3511 or www.wolfcreekutah.com/the-mountain.php

February 26 Wolf Creek Utah Ski Resort: Utah Winter Games Ski Race. 6 p.m.
(801) 745-3511 or www.wolfcreekutah.com/the-mountain.php

March 3, 10 & 17 Powder Mountain: SheSkis Program. This three week clinic is for women, taught by women. Women ages 18 and older of all abilities from beginners to experts are invited. Women instructors match participants with similar abilities together to spend a day on the slopes perfecting their skills. www.powdermountain.com/lessons_womens.php (801) 745-3772.

March 4 & 25 Powder Mountain: Night Jam. Park Jam and party under the lights at Sundown Lift. Park jam without the hassle of registration and judging. Live music, bonfire, prizes, fun and friends from 4 - 9 p.m. Free with valid lift pass. www.powdermountain.com/mtn_terrainparks or (801) 745-3772

March 6 - 8 Snowbasin Resort: XTERRA Winter World Championship. The main event, the XTERRA Winter World Championship, is a uniquely XTERRA multi-sport race combining the four disciplines of ski mountaineering, mountain biking, running and snowshoeing. The race is open to both professional and amateur competitors. For more information call (801) 620-1000.

March 7 & 8 Wolf Creek Utah Ski Resort: USSA Master’s Race
(801) 745-3511 or www.wolfcreekutah.com/the-mountain.php

March 13 – 15 Powder Mountain: Superfly Open Snow Kite Festival: Introductory kite clinics, kite demos, a freestyle competition and Kitercross races as part of the US Snowkite Tour. Top of Sunrise Lift/Hidden Lake Parking area. The festival is co-sponsored by Utah Kite Addiction, Utah’s first PASA certified Snowkite School, and Best Kiteboarding. For more information go to www.superflyopen.com.

March 28 & 29 Wolf Creek Utah Ski Resort: Parrot Head Weekend: Celebrate the upcoming arrival of spring with all things Hawaiian and Jimmy Buffet. (801) 745-3511 or
www.wolfcreekutah.com/the-mountain.php

April 4 Powder Mountain: 11th Annual Spring Session: This event is the highlight of the freestyle season. Riders and skiers of all ages compete against each other without the constraints of regular contests. Pipe jam, rail jam, barbeque, and live music turn this event into a great springtime party. Hidden Lake Halfpipe & Terrain Park from 10 a.m. – 3 p.m. A Powder Mountain tradition Free with lift pass. www.powdermountain.com or (801) 745-3772.

April 4 Wolf Creek Utah Ski Resort: Soapbox Derby: End of season celebration where contraptions of all sorts race for goofy prizes. Awards also given for best costume and tailgate competition. A mountain tradition! (801) 745-3511 or www.wolfcreekutah.com/the-mountain.php.

April 18 Snowbasin Resort: 9th Annual Meltdown Race This action packed event includes downhill skiing, cross-country trekking, spinning on a bike and paddling a kayak. For more information call 801-620-1000 or www.snowbasin.com

REI To Celebrate 15th Annual National Trails Day With Local Projects

Together with the Mountain Trails Foundation, Sandy Parks & Recreation, Cottonwood Canyons Foundation, Volunteers of Outdoor Utah and the National Forest Service, REI’s Utah- based stores have chosen the Rocky Mouth and Granite Trails in Sandy and the Historic Union Pacific Trail running from in Park City to Echo Reservoir as the locations for its 2007 service projects. In conjunction with National Trails Day, volunteers are invited to join the trail maintenance effort on June 2nd, 2007. This represents REI’s 15th year coordinating volunteers for National Trails Day projects in Utah. National Trails Day, held the first Saturday of every June, is a nationwide celebration of trails. With close to 1,500 events hosted by trail clubs, conservation organizations, agencies, and businesses, National Trails Day is America's largest celebration of the outdoors.

REI Sandy will be partnering with local non- profit organizations Volunteers of Outdoor Utah, the Cottonwood Canyons Foundation, and the U.S. Forest Service to help restore and prevent erosion in two cherished Wasatch Front Trails. The Granite trail in Little Cottonwood Canyon provides access to the spectacular Bell’s Canyon and the Rocky Mouth trail which offers a short family friendly hike ending at a picturesque waterfall.

REI Salt Lake City will be working with the Mountain Trails Foundation on the Historic Union Pacific Trail, which was recently granted National Recreation Trail status by the US Department of the Interior. The trail traverses areas rich in cultural history; stretching from the Wasatch Mountains near Park City, across several wetland meadows in Silver Canyons through the towns of Wanship and Coalville and along the Weber River to Echo Reservoir.

For more information, contact Eric Spreng at REI in Salt Lake City, phone (801) 486-2100. For directions to the work sites, visit www.rei.com and click on the stores and events link or visit www.americanhiking.org for a complete list of volunteer projects in the area. Please see event details below.

GRANITE & ROCKY MOUTH TRAIL MAINTENANCE
Event Details: Volunteers will meet at 8:00am and will be treated to a light breakfast. Crew leaders will give an orientation and safety instruction talk, and work will commence at 8:30am and continue until noon. Lunch will be provided and every volunteer will receive an REI volunteer tee shirt. All supplies, tools and work gloves will be provided.
Where: The Granite Trailhead in Sandy City at 3470 East Little Cottonwood Canyon Road. To get there, travel east on 9000 S to Wasatch Blvd. Continue East through the traffic light at Wasatch Boulevard. The trailhead is located 100 yards on the right hand side of the road. Ages sixteen or over please.
Time: Saturday, June 2nd, 8:00a.m.
On site coordinator: Kristen Kenley (801) 725-8220
Web site: www.rei.com/trailsday
Advance Registration: Required- please call REI Sandy at (801) 501-0850 for details or email kkenley@rei.com

WORKIN’ ON THE RAIL TRAIL
Event Details: Park City. Join us at 9am for Starbuck’s coffee, bagels, and a special presentation commemorating the Historic Union Pacific Rail Trail. Participants are then invited to bike a thirteen- mile stretch of the trail to Wanship, or meet the work party there via driving. Mountain Trails Foundation will provide tools for weeding and fence work at the Wanship trailhead. A full lunch from the Spring Chicken Inn will be served at 12:30. All participants will receive a unique event Tee shirt. All ages welcome!
Where: Meet at the Trailhead at Rail Central White Pine Touring on Bonanza. To get there, take 1-80 to Kimball Junction, 22 to Kearns Blvd, turn right on Bonanza. The Wanship Trailhead can be reached by taking I-80 to the Wanship Exit. Follow the signs from there.
When: Saturday, June 2nd, 9:00am
On site coordinator: Eric Spreng (801) 703-1584
Web site: www.rei.com/trailsday or www.mountaintrails.org
Advance Registration: Not Required

Fish for Free on June 9

A free day of fishing and fun awaits June 9, as Utah hosts its annual Free Fishing Day.

You won’t need a fishing license to fish in the state that day.

“Fishing is an activity that everyone in your family can enjoy,”
says Roger Wilson, coldwater fisheries coordinator for the Division of Wildlife Resources. “We offer Free Fishing Day every year to attract people to an activity that can make the time they spend in the outdoors even more rewarding.”

Before Free Fishing Day, DWR personnel will stock extra fish into waters across the state. Wilson says most of the fish will be placed in lakes and reservoirs.

Wilson reminds anglers that while they don’t need a license to fish on June 9, all of the other regulations in the 2007 Utah Fishing Guide will still be in effect. Anglers, especially those who might be fishing for the first time, are encouraged to obtain a copy of the guide and learn the rules.

Guides are available at the DWR’s Web site
(www.wildlife.utah.gov/proclamations) and from fishing license agents and DWR offices.

Several free fishing events for kids will be held on Free Fishing Day.
Among those the DWR will be involved with are the following:

NORTHERN UTAH

LOGAN

Free Fishing Day & Bear River Celebration. The event will be held at Willow Park, 419 W. 700 S. in Logan.

This event is free. The fishing portion of the event, which runs from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m., is for children 14 years of age and younger.
Activities include fly tying, fish printing and casting lessons.
Fishing equipment will be provided, but those who have their own equipment are encouraged to bring it. Free t shirts and prize bags will be given to the first 200 participants. The Division of Wildlife Resources’ Hardware Ranch Wildlife Management Area is among several organizations and groups that are sponsoring the event. For more information, call Marni Lee at (435) 753-6206.


NORTH-CENTRAL UTAH

MIDWAY

“Kid’s Fishing Event,” Wasatch Mountain State Park pond, about 2 miles west of Midway.

The event runs from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Space is limited, and children who want to participate must register in advance by calling Wendy Wilson at (435) 654-1791.

The park’s pond will be stocked with rainbow trout before the event.
A presentation that teaches kids about fish and fishing will be given to participants beginning at 9 a.m. After completing the presentation, kids can fish at the pond. Volunteers from the Division of Wildlife Resource’s Dedicated Hunter program will be available to help kids fish and to clean their fish.

Fishing poles, equipment and bait will be available for kids who don’t have their own.


PROVO

The Second Annual Utah Lake Festival will be held at Utah Lake State Park.

Fishing equipment will be available for use at no charge, and a fishing workshop will be held at 10 a.m. in the state park’s visitor center.
At the workshop, expert anglers will share their fishing tips and great locations in Utah to fish, demonstrate their favorite lures and fishing techniques, and swap fishing stories with those who attend!

The festival runs from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m., but fishing equipment will be available beginning at 7 a.m. Festival activities include free boat rides; a water ski show; a canoeing workshop and excursions; a fishing simulator; vendor booths and arts activities for the kids; storytelling by Robert Carter; scrumptious food by Los Hermanos; live music from great local artists, and many other activities.

From 10 a.m. to 3 p.m., there is no fee to visit Utah Lake State Park and the festival. The festival offers a chance to get outside and enjoy Utah Lake, experience its many recreational opportunities and offerings, and learn about the lake’s ecosystem, native species and the importance of stewardship of the lake.

For more information about the festival, please visit www.junesuckerrecovery.org or contact Bethany at (801) 364-0088, ext.
109.


NORTHEASTERN UTAH

Three Free Fishing Day events for kids of all ages will be held in northeastern Utah.

Events:

Pelican Lake, Uintah County, 8 a.m. to noon. Sponsored by the Bureau of Land Management, the Uintah Basin Bass Club, XRQ 94 Radio and the DWR.

Moose Ponds, Daggett County, 9 a.m. to noon. Sponsored by the U.S.
Forest Service and the DWR.

Lower Stillwater Ponds on Rock Creek, Duchesne County. Should run from
9 a.m. to noon. Sponsored by the U.S. Forest Service and the DWR.

Boats will be available at Pelican Lake to take kids out on the water and give them a chance to fish from a boat. Participants should bring their own fishing poles if they have them, but a limited number of poles will be available at the Pelican Lake and Moose Pond sites for those who don’t have a pole but would like to try fishing. Fishing demonstrations will also be provided at the Pelican Lake and Moose Pond events.

All three events are “fun” events, and the organizers have arraigned for prizes and other give-aways for the younger children that drop by.

For more information, contact any of the sponsors or the DWR’s Vernal office at (435) 781-9453.


SOUTHWESTERN UTAH

CEDAR CITY

The Division of Wildlife Resources will sponsor a fishing event at Kid’s Pond on the Wood’s Ranch from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m.

Kids 12 years of age and younger are invited to come to the pond and fish for free. A fishing license is not required, and fishing equipment will be available for kids who don’t have their own equipment. DWR personnel and volunteers will also be available to help kids fish.

Kids Pond is 12 miles outside of Cedar City, up Cedar Canyon (SR-14) above the Wood’s Ranch pavilion.

For more information, call the DWR’s Cedar City office at (435) 865-6100.


TROPIC

Free Fishing Day at Tropic Reservoir near Bryce Canyon National Park.

This free event, which runs from 7:30 a.m. to noon, is for children of all ages. Activities include a casting contest where prizes will be awarded. Bait will be provided, and a limited number of fishing rods will be available. Those who have their own equipment are encouraged to bring it. Instructors also will be available to help beginning anglers.

To reach the reservoir, travel on SR-12 and turn south at the road to the King Creek Campground. The road to the campground is about three miles west of the junction to Bryce Canyon National Park off SR-12.

The event is sponsored by the Dixie National Forest, the Division of Wildlife Resources, Wal-Mart, and Coke and Pepsi distributors.

For more information, call Jake Schoppe at (435) 676-9300.

2007 On The Water Boat Show at Jordanelle State Park

Heber - What better place to have a boat show than on the water? To launch Utah Safe Boating Week, Jordanelle State Park staff hosts the On-the-Water Boat Show Friday, May 18 from noon to 7 p.m., Saturday, May
19 from 10 a.m. to 7 p.m., and Sunday, May 20 from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Get a great deal on a new boat and take it for a test drive before you buy. Nine area boat dealers will have a wide selection of boats and equipment, and offer great deals for this show.

Bring your boat and receive a free boat safety check by the U.S. Coast Guard Auxiliary. If your boat passes inspection, admission into the park is free.

Hamburgers, hotdogs and drinks will be available at very reasonable prices. Jordanelle State Park day use fees are $9 per vehicle. Discount coupons are available at www.boatshow.utah.gov.

Jordanelle State Park is located off US 40 at the Mayflower Exit 8. For more information, please call (801) 538 7220.

Iron Mission Exhibit Celebrates 50 Years of Utah State Parks

Cedar City - Explore 50 years of history and get 50 percent off your entrance fee when you visit Iron Mission State Park Museum Saturday, May 19 from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. The first 50 visitors will receive a free Utah State Parks postcard book.

Utah’s state parks celebrate 50 years in 2007, and Iron Mission Museum recognizes this milestone with an interactive exhibit. Take a virtual tour of each state park, reserve a campsite, and plan your summer vacation.

In 1957, there were only three state parks: 1) Territorial Statehouse in Fillmore, 2) Camp Floyd/Stagecoach Inn in Fairfield, and 3) Pioneer Monument in Salt Lake City (later Pioneer Trail and This is the Place).

Today, there are 42 state parks and museums with reservoirs, sand dunes, kivas, wagons and stagecoaches, antelope and bison, trails, and more.

The exhibit at Iron Mission continues through September 3. Iron Mission State Park Museum is located at 635 North Main in Cedar City. For more information call (435) 586-9290.

Desert Lake waterfowl viewing on May 5

PRICE — The Division of Wildlife Resources (DWR) will sponsor a water bird viewing event on Saturday, May 5, 2007 at Desert Lake in Emery County from 8 a.m. until noon. The event commemorates national celebrations of Migratory Bird Day and Wetlands Day. The event is free to the public. DWR biologists will be on-hand with spotting scopes and binoculars to assist the public with waterfowl identification.


Canvasback ducks

Photo by U.S. Fish & Wildlife Service

Desert Lake is located east of the town of Elmo. From either Carbon or Emery County, take State Highway 10 to the Elmo turn-off (State Route 155). Travel to Elmo. On Main Street, travel east out of town until you see a sign for the Cleveland-Lloyd Dinosaur Quarry. Follow the sign. In less than a mile, you will arrive at Desert Lake. Signs will direct you to the viewing locations.

Desert Lake serves as a rest area for many species of birds during migration. These include ducks, geese, sandpipers, herons, gulls, terns, pelicans, and cranes. Desert Lake is managed by the DWR for the benefit of migratory waterfowl. Normally closed to public access, the lake also serves as a sanctuary for nesting birds. The DWR encourages Castle Country residents to come out and enjoy this unique opportunity. For more information, contact Brent Stettler at (435) 636-0266 or BrentStettler@utah.gov

Migratory Bird Day Celebration at Desert Lake

The DWR will sponsor a waterfowl viewing day at Desert Lake in Emery County on Saturday, April 30, 2005. Normally closed to the public, Desert Lake will be open from 8 a.m. until noon. Biologists with spotting scopes will be stationed at key locations to help viewers see and identify birds. The event is free and the public is cordially invited. Desert Lake is east of the town of Elmo. From Price, drive south on State Hwy 10. Follow the signs to the Cleveland-Lloyd Dinosaur Quarry. Desert Lake in on the way to the quarry.

New Kids Program to Combat Nature Deficit

April 24, (Reston, VA) The National Wildlife Federation (NWF) has launched a new initiative to inform parents, caregivers, educators and elected officials about the importance of outdoor experiences in children’s lives and to increase the number of children who spend time exploring the outdoors.

This generation of children spends so much time indoors that they are becoming increasingly disconnected from nature. A Kaiser Family Foundation study finds that U.S. children (ages 8 to 18) spend an average of 6.5 hours a day inside using electronic media: computers, video games, television and MP3 players.

With the high incidence of childhood obesity, high blood pressure, attention deficit diagnoses and more, it’s a growing trend that has profound implications for the health and well-being of today’s children.

NWF’ Green Hour program, developed as part of its new initiative, is a first step in helping to reverse the “nature deficit” in today’s children. It’s designed to help get kids—and their parents—off the couch, out the door and exploring the world around them.

“Through Green Hour and related programs, NWF is committed to reversing this indoor trend, assuring that youngsters enjoy the many benefits of outdoor time,” says Kevin Coyle, Vice President of Education Programs. “As they experience the world around them, they will also grow to love and care for it. This initiative offers hope for the welfare of our children as well as the future of environmental stewardship.”

National Wildlife Federation’s Green Hour program and the Green Hour website, www.greenhour.org , show parents and caregivers how children benefit greatly from an hour of unstructured outdoor play each day. There they can learn practical skills and how to experiment in the physical world. While their imaginations soar, their stress levels can drop. They can become fitter and leaner, and some studies show that their immune systems also grow stronger.

Time spent surrounded by nature helps young people see where they fit in the world, the value of wildlife and wild places and the true meaning of conservation. When kids don’t experience nature first-hand, it’s unlikely they will grow up wanting to protect it.

A child’s Green Hour can take place in any green space where children can safely learn and explore; in a garden, a backyard, the park down the street. Some ideas for outdoor exploration, recommended by the National Wildlife Federation, are:

• Enjoy a five senses hike
• Organize a nature scavenger hunt
• Explore a local nature trail
• Camp out in the backyard
• Take a nature photo safari
• Put up a bird feeder and watch for visitors
• Observe the night sky
• Plant a family tree and watch it grow
• Invite neighborhood kids to join in a bug walk and critter talk

At the Green Hour website, parents and caregivers can share their family’s backyard adventures and outdoor ideas with each other as members of an online community. They can also learn how to adapt activities for different ages, experience levels and learning styles. And for rainy days and inclement weather, the site recommends books, kid-friendly recipes, crafts and tactile activities, all relevant to natural and seasonal themes.

As NWF’s initiative expands, efforts will include support of revolutionary state and federal policy changes that will foster increased daily outdoor time for children.

NWF’s Green Hour program is sponsored by Wild Birds Unlimited. “Wild Birds Unlimited is very proud to be a sponsor of the National Wildlife Federation’s Green Hour™ program,” said John Schaust, Chief Naturalist at Wild Birds Unlimited. “Our mission has always been to bring people and nature together, and it is imperative that we reconnect children to the wonders of the natural world.”

The National Wildlife Federation is America’s conservation organization protecting wildlife for our children’s future.

REI COMMUNITY CALENDAR ANNOUNCEMENTS FOR MAY

SANDY CITY - The following presentations are offered free of charge to the public at the Sandy City REI store. REI is located at 10600 South & 230 West in the northwest corner of the South Towne Mall property. Due to construction, the 106^th mall entrance is closed. The mall can be accessed at 104^th and State St or at 100^th South. For more information, please call (801) 501-0850 or visit our website at www.rei.com and click on the stores & events link. Attendance is limited to fifty participants on a first- come first- served basis.

ADVENTURE TRAVEL TO MAGICAL COSTA RICA

Thursday, May 10^th, 7pm

For years you've probably heard friends rave about Costa Rica: its natural beauty, wildlife, friendly people, reasonable prices, erupting volcanoes, beautiful beaches, and the mysterious rainforests. You know what? It's all true! It's hard to imagine that there can be such diversity in landforms and wildlife in such a small country, but you'll soon be telling your friends about that amazing place called Costa Rica.

ORIENTEERING

Thursday, May 17^th, 7pm

Learn to navigate using a map and compass to find checkpoints in this fun outdoor sport suitable for all ages and abilities! Instruction begins in the classroom with basic concepts such as orienting the map, choosing routes, and using handrails and catching features before culminating in a practical exercise outside the store on a simple map. Bring a compass if you have one or borrow one from the instructor. Instructor Ed White first tried orienteering twenty years ago and has been hooked ever since He has competed throughout the US and Canada and is the current U.S. Champion in the Men's 40-44 age group

ROCK CLIMBING 101

Thursday, May 24^th, 7pm

If you are ready to learn the ropes in one of this country's fastest growing sports, then this is the evening for you! Topics will include an overview of climbing, equipment, safety, and training. REI Climbing Gurus offer this primer on Rock Climbing.

SALT LAKE CITY - The following presentations are offered free of charge to the public at the Salt Lake City REI store. REI is located at 3285 East & 3300 South. For more information, please call 486-2100 or visit our website at www.rei.com and click on the stores & events link and select Salt Lake City.

DANCE ACROSS THE MOUNTAINS

Tuesday, May 15^th, 7pm

Dance Across the Mountains is an incredible photographic journey through the eyes of professional nature photographer Jeffrey Ambrose. This journey spans the vast mountain regions of Alaska, Canada, Montana, Utah and more. Come enjoy this epic journey through some of the most beautiful landscapes in western North America. Jeffrey Ambrose was born and raised in the embrace of the Wasatch Mountains near Salt Lake City, Utah. He has been photographing the wild lands of North America for many years. His photographic focus is to capture more than just images, but to capture the feelings and moods associated with his experiences.

BACKPACKING SKILLS FOR YOUTH

Wednesday, May 16th, 7pm

How do you prevent your hiking boots from causing blisters? What is the best way to load up your pack? What do you do if you encounter a moose on the trail? For answers to these questions and more, join the experts from REI tonight for some fun and useful tips on backpacking and camping. This evening's presentation, designed for the next generation of outdoor enthusiasts, will cover the ins and outs of gear essentials such as packs, tents, sleeping bags, stoves, footwear, and clothing layers. A special section titled "Respect It!" will highlight the seven principles of Leave No Trace outdoor ethics. Families, youth groups and scout troops are encouraged to attend!

GPS 101

Tuesday, May 22^nd, 7pm

A Global Positioning System is a fun and accurate tool that can help you navigate through backcountry terrain or even down city streets. Join REI navigation expert John Higgins as he unveils the mysteries of this fun and fascinating piece of technology. This presentation will cover basic GPS functions such as determining latitude and longitude, programming routes, and recording travel.

SPECIAL EVENTS AT REI:

UTAH NATIVE PLANT SOCIETY PLANT SALE

Saturday, May 12^th, 9am

Spruce up you house and yard with drought tolerant indigenous plants! Purchase your native perennials, cacti, trees, and shrubs available for sale. 10% of the proceeds will benefit the Salt Lake Chapter of UNPS. Sale runs 9am until 4pm at REI in Salt Lake City or as supplies last. The Utah Native Plant Society is dedicated to the appreciation, preservation, conservation and responsible use of the native plant and plant communities found in the state of Utah and the Intermountain West. Their goal is to foster public recognition of the spectacularly diverse flora of the state-a natural treasure to be valued, respected and protected.

REI ADULT CLIMBING NIGHT

Thursday, May 17^th, 6:30pm-8:30pm

We would like to invite you to attend Adults-only (16 & up) climbing night at the Salt Lake City REI store. This is a perfect opportunity for beginners as well as experienced climbers to climb our one-of-a-kind wall on routes ranging from 5.5 to 5.13 in difficulty. You are welcome to invite your friends & family to attend. Please RSVP via email to espreng@rei.com so that as many of our REI certified belayers are available as necessary. Climbing harnesses of all sizes will be available at no charge, and climbing shoes can be rented for the evening at the low cost of only $2.00. Whether you are looking to start climbing, train for next summer, or meet people with similar interests come enjoy an evening of climbing & camaraderie with your friends at the Salt Lake City REI.

COMMUNITY EVENTS:

INTERMOUNTAIN CUP SERIES: SHOWDOWN AT 5-MILE PASS



Saturday, May 5^th, 9am

Experience the Intermountain Cup: The classic Mountain Bike Race Series of the Intermountain West! The 13th Annual Showdown at Five Mile Pass is presented by Racers Cycle Service. This race is fantastic for spectators and racers. Experience winding double track loops course. REI will be on hand to provide a hydration station and prizes for winners in different categories. http://www.intermountaincup.com

UTA RIDESHARE BIKE BONANZA

Friday, May 18^th, 4pm

Music, food, prize drawings, free bike tune ups, activities for kids and much more! This year the Bike Bonanza is happening in conjunction with the Downtown Alliance's. Join us at the Gallivan Center (239 S. Main Street) from 4:00-9:00 p.m. Pick up your registration packet for the Salt Lake Century Ride at the event too. Cost: free. Visit www.utarideshare.comfor event updates.

THE SALT LAKE CENTURY RIDE

Saturday, May 19th, 7:30am

The Cycle Salt Lake Century, Inc., a not-for-profit organization, is proud to sponsor this twentieth annual recreational bicycle event that features your choice of 33, 67 or 100 mile routes. Your entry fee will assist the Mayor's Bicycle Advisory Committee to build and maintain bicycle routes and trails and promote bicycle advocacy in Utah. All riders will depart from and return to the Utah State Fair Park. All routes head north with the 67 and 100 mile routes traveling to Antelope Island. All cyclists are welcome. This is a non-competitive event. The 33 mile option is the perfect route for a family, parent with a child or the first timer to an organized bicycle event. Entry fee is $40.00 pre-registered or $45.00 day-of event. Registration fee includes lunch, food and drink at the rest stops and a commemorative short sleeved T-shirt. www.cyclesaltlakecentury.com.

INTERMOUNTAIN CUP SERIES: 2ND ANNUAL STAN CRANE MEMORIAL

Saturday, May 28^th, 9am

Experience the classic mountain bike race series of the Intermountain West! The Stan Crane Memorial is presented by Revolution Mountain Sports. This course features full-on XC racing right in your back yard of fun, tight single-track & climbing on a wide dirt road. 1,100 vertical per lap! REI provides the Hydration Station & prizes for winners in different categories. http://www.intermountaincup.com

CLASSES:

STAY SAFE IN THE OUTDOORS: BASIC WILDERNESS LIFE SUPPORT CLASS

Saturday, May 19^th 9:30am & Saturday, May 26^th 9:30am

Created for all outdoor enthusiasts, the Basic Wilderness Life Support® certification is a one day course designed to help you prevent and treat injuries and illnesses common in outdoor activities. Developed at the University of Utah, School of Medicine the course will teach you to prepare for your outing, assess injuries and scene safety, decide whether to evacuate or treat a patient, and methods of evacuation. The curriculum was developed from our advanced course used to train medical professionals and will be taught by one of our certified instructors. The course includes morning lectures at REI and an afternoon outdoors (weather permitting) participating in hands on scenarios. At the end of the day you will receive your BWLS certificate. Cost is $95 per person. Please register by calling REI's customer service department at (801) 486-2100. http://www.bwls.org

Bear River Migratory Bird Refuge Spring Schedule 2007

Please Leave No Trace While Visiting The Refuge

Bear River, along with 545 other National Wildlife Refuges, is a special place – the only Federal land set aside and managed primarily to protect wildlife and their habitats. Please help protect the Refuge by following these common sense principles.

• Travel only on open and marked roads or trails
  
• Walk and talk quietly
  
• Keep wildlife wild – do not feed or approach the animals
  
• Carry out all trash and dispose of properly
  
• Respect other visitors
  
• Leave what you find - leave the Refuge as you find it
  
• Keep all pets on leash
  

The mission of the Friends of the Bear River Refuge is to promote appreciation and conservation of the wildlife, birds, and habitat of the Bear River Migratory Bird Refuge

Family Refuge Programs

Spring 2007

Sponsored by

Friends of the Bear River Refuge

Bear River Migratory Bird Refuge

James V. Hansen

Wildlife Education Center 2155 West Forest Street Brigham City UT 84302 435.723.5887

I-15 to Exit 363 – West 1 block

Opportunities to Learn about Nature at the Bear River Migratory Bird Refuge…

Join us for our monthly Refuge programs! Sponsored by the Friends of Bear River Refuge, our programs are designed to appeal to audiences of all ages. Offerings range from nature related crafts and skills such as bird identification to outdoor photography, guided walks, tours, and more.

Our Spring Schedule!

Saturday, April 21, 2007 Wing Fling II" – Join us to celebrate our wildlife education center's one-year anniversary!

11:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. Artist Debbie Goodman will present: "The Sacred Ibis and the Dove of the Holy Spirit: Four Thousand Years of Birds in Art." Birds and animals have been featured in art objects for as long as humans have created art – images tell the story of the bond between humans and wildlife. Presentation in the auditorium. Debbie's unique bird artwork will also be on display in Classrooms

A & B and will be for sale.

1:00 – 2:00 p.m. Photographer Ted Steinke will present, "Birds of the Great Salt Lake Wetlands" – a presentation showing the different bird species which live around the lake. In the auditorium.

1:00 – 2:30 p.m. "A Family Wetland Ed-venture" will teach your family about the wonders of wetlands with hands-on activities.

10:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m. "Birding on the Refuge." Members of Wasatch and Bridgerland Audubon will share information on the bird species found on the refuge auto tour route. Bring binoculars!

The days events are all free!

Thursday, May 17, 2007
"The Power of Story" 9am-4pm "Critterman" Denny Olson leads an all-day workshop on oral presentation skills needed to be a good story-teller. Lots of activities & fun! This event is part of the Great Salt Lake Bird Festival. You must sign up on-line at: www.greatsaltlakebirdfest.com Cost: $35.00

Saturday, May 19, 2007
"International Migratory Bird Day" Join us at the Davis County Event Center to celebrate the arrival of our migratory feathered friends. An educational booth will offer family activities from 10:00 am to 4:00 pm. Cost: Free! www.greatsaltlakebirdfest.com

Saturday, June 9, 2007 "Native Plants and Their Uses" – Kayo Robertson, local naturalist and educator, will lead a family- friendly walk highlighting common traditional uses of Refuge plants. Time: 1:00-2:30 pm. Cost: $1/person and $5 maximum per family.

PRE-REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED FOR ALL PROGRAMS. Sign up at the Wildlife Education Center front desk or call 435-723-5887. The Center is open M–F, 8:00 to 5:00, and Saturday, 10:00 – 4:00. For more information, call Kathi Stopher at 435-734-6438 or Betsy Beneke at 435-734-6436. Visit our web site at: http://bearriver.fws.gov

5k BloodRun and 1 Mile Walk

The 2nd Annual BloodRun 5k and 1 mile walk will be held on MAY 19, 2007 at the HIGHLAND HERITAGE PARK in Highland, Utah. The event will be a fun, healthy, and friendly event catering to runners, walkers, and families who want to get a little exercise, a new T-shirt, and support a great cause. The BloodRun also serves as a fundraiser for the Utah Hemophilia Foundation. Together we as a community should share a common purpose -- empowering individuals and families to lead healthier and more self-sufficient lives. Register online at www.bloodrun.org. We look forward to seeing you at the race!

Website: www.bloodrun.org

Date: Saturday, May 19, 2007

Where: Highland Heritage Park
5381 West 10400 North
Highland, UT 84003

Time: 7:00 a.m.

Contact: Mya Anderson
Phone: 801-472-3955
E-mail: mya@bloodrun.org

EARTH DAY CELEBRATION AT THE OGDEN NATURE CENTER

4/21/2007 12:00 PM

Come celebrate Earth Day at Ogden Nature Center! Expect earth-friendly vendors, exhibitors, entertainment, food and activities. Explore the trails and visit the Dr. Ezekiel R. and Edna Wattis Dumke Picnic Grove and Treehouse, enjoy the view from the Willard L. Eccles Observation Tower at Avocet Pond, or just kick back and make new friends. Donations will be gratefully accepted. All proceeds will benefit the mission of Ogden Nature Center: to unite people with nature and nurture appreciation and stewardship of the environment.
Location: 966 West 12th Street, Ogden
Contact: Call Sabrina Foster at 801-621-7595
Cost: $1 per person or FREE if you ride the bus or bike!
Registration Required? No.

http:// www.ogdennaturecenter.org

BEND-IN-THE-RIVER EARTH DAY PLANTING AND CELEBRATION

4/21/2007 8:30 AM

Plant trees, restore wetlands, welcome back native wildlife…celebrate the Earth and the Bend’s 10th year with people from throughout the community. Start the morning with a light breakfast, followed by planting, a tasty lunch, and the presentation of our community partner awards. REI will be leading children’s activities, and a variety of restoration opportunities will be available.
Location: 1030 West Fremont Avenue (1100 South)
Contact: Tara Poelzing, Bend-in-the-River coordinator, at tpoelzing@sa.utah.edu or 801-587-9027.
Cost: Free
Registration Required? No.

http://www.bend-in-the-river.org

First Annual Wasatch Fly Tying and Fly Fishing Expo

Dear Fellow Fly Fishing & Outdoor Enthusiast,

The Stonefly Society and Cache Valley Anglers, chapters of Utah Trout Unlimited, are pleased to announce the First Annual Wasatch Fly Tying and Fly Fishing Expo. The Expo will be held Saturday, May 19th, 2007 at the Karen Gail Miller Convention Center, Salt Lake Community College, 9750 South 300 West, Sandy, Utah.

This all-day Expo will feature fly tying demos from some of the best fly tiers in Utah, casting clinics, fly tying and fly fishing workshops, activities for kids, and raffles throughout the day. In the evening, we will conclude the Expo with a banquet and auction featuring author and fly fishing guide Landon Mayer www.landonmayer.com - as our keynote speaker. Expo activities will go from 8 a.m.-5 p.m., with the banquet starting at 7 p.m. General Admission to the public will be free.

The goals we have are threefold: 1) raise funds for future conservation projects for Utah's streams, rivers, and lakes, 2) celebrate fly tying and fly fishing in the state of Utah, and 3) have some fun.

The workshops, classes, and casting clinic schedules will be posted on the Stonefly Society website soon. Check the website often for updates and announcements. (www.stoneflysociety.org)

Great Salt Lake Bird Festival May 17-22, 2007

The 9th Annual Great Salt Lake Bird Festival will be held May 17-22, 2007. As usual, birds of the Great Salt Lake ecosystem are the focus of this Festival. Field trips cover many popular birding locations and Behind-the-Gates areas in northern Utah from Utah Lake to the Idaho and Wyoming borders. The workshops, offered Friday May 18th and Saturday May 19th, include specific birding topics and some fun activities for youth of all ages. Bill Fenimore, owner of the Layton, Wild Bird Center has donated two all day birding field trips to Desert Land & Livestock Ranch again this year. Deseret is the largest privately owned ranch in Utah (over 250,000 acres). These trips produce 100 or more bird species in a single day.

This year the Festival spotlight bird is the Marbled Godwit that gathers in large flocks at Great Salt Lake. Bridget Olson from Bear River Refuge will talk about the research project where two birds were equipped with miniature satellite transmitters. These transmitters can provide real-time location data for biologists to track migration between Canada, Great Salt Lake, and Mexico.

The current issue of the American Birding Association’s Birding, covers “The Great Ivory-billed Woodpecker Debate”. Is it a critically endangered species or an extinct species? Great Salt Lake Bird Festival Keynote speaker is Ron Rohrbaugh, Director of the Ivory-billed Woodpecker Recovery Project at Cornell’s Lab of Ornithology. Ron will give us the latest updates on this project and be available for questions. His Keynote address will be at the Dutch oven dinner on Saturday May 19th. Order your tickets early.

As an additional bonus this year, Denny Olson aka Professor Avian Guano Bir.D will be at the Festival with several presentations. Denny focuses on how nature and people are connected. He is an author, student, teacher, and performer. Denny’s presentations are sponsored by Lyon & Healy West Harps and are free to the public. His humor will add something special to the 2007 Great Salt Lake Bird Festival.


For a complete schedule www.greatsaltlakebirdfest.com , or call Davis County Community & Economic Development at 801-451-3286.

UPCOMING UTAH STATE PARKS EVENTS

April 10 Iron Mission State Park Museum - Cedar City
50th Anniversary Program- Utah*s First Capitol: Join Utah State Parks Museum Curator Carl Camp at 7 p.m. for this informative presentation.
This event is open and free to the public. For more information, please call (435) 586-9290.

April 13 Territorial Statehouse State Park Museum -
Fillmore
Join Doug Jolly, local artist and art teacher, as he discusses the main processes involved in creating pottery and dishes. A second presentation discusses how to identify pottery and ceramics including fine china, the history, and where they were made. Following the lectures, the new exhibit will open. For more information, please call (435) 743-5316.

April 14 Edge of the Cedars State Park Museum - Blanding
Artist Reception: Join artist Leo Platero as he speaks about his exhibit Through the Eyes of a Sheepherder, which includes his artwork in oil, acrylics, multi-media landscapes and abstracts as well as pottery and sculpture. This event is open and free to the public. For more information, please call (435) 678-2238.

April 14 Snow Canyon State Park - Ivins
Exploring Desert Potholes: Fairy shrimp, tadpole shrimp, clam shrimp and more*study the amazing organisms dependent on desert potholes during a two-mile roundtrip hike beginning at 9 a.m. Space is limited and registration is required. For more information, please call (435) 628-2255.

REI Sandy Presents Bike Bonanza 2007

Recreational Equipment, Inc.’s (REI) Sandy store, located at 230 W 10600 S in the northwest corner of the South Towne Mall Property, will host Bike Bonanza 2007 on Saturday, April 14th from 11am-3pm.

The 3rd Annual Sandy Bike Bonanza will continue to focus on safety and awareness while bicycling.

Kids will have the opportunity to learn about proper bike safety at the Bike Rodeo, sponsored by the Sandy Police Department. Navigating their way through the course of cones and signs will earn each child a certificate. Free Helmets will be given away to the first 50 youth participants. Cyclists of all ages can also attend one of the 8 mini-clinics on various topics such as Basic bike maintenance, Bike safety and Ride preparation, being presented throughout the day. Free bike inspections by certified REI technicians and bike registration will also be offered.

There is no charge for this event. Please call 801-501-0850 with questions, or click the Stores & Events tab on REI.com for more information on this and other REI events.

REI is an outdoor retail co-op dedicated to inspiring, educating and outfitting its 2.8 million active members and the community for a lifetime of outdoor adventures. Founded in 1938 by a group of Pacific Northwest mountaineers seeking quality equipment, REI operates retail stores nationwide, two online stores – REI.com and REI-OUTLET.com – and an adventure travel company, REI Adventures. REI offers products from all of the top brands for camping, climbing, cycling, hiking, outdoor fitness, paddling, snow sports and travel, including its own line of award-winning gear and apparel. While anyone may join or shop at REI, members pay a one-time $15 fee and receive a share in the company’s profits through an annual member refund based on their purchases. As an active supporter of the communities in which it does business, REI is committed to promoting environmental stewardship and increasing access to outdoor recreation through education, volunteerism, gear donations and financial contributions.

UPCOMING UTAH STATE PARKS EVENTS

April 1 Antelope Island State Park - Syracuse
Art Gallery: John Van Natter displays color photographs in the visitor center art gallery. For more information, please call (801) 725-9263.

April 3 Edge of the Cedars State Park Museum - Blanding
Range Creek Exhibit: The Utah Museum of Natural History provides an informative display explaining the history of human interaction with the land at Range Creek. Once a private and protected ranch situated near the Book Cliffs, Range Creek is the site of a large complex of Fremont habitations. The area, now protected by the state of Utah, has been the recent location of excavation and research in an effort to learn more about the Fremont people. The exhibit includes artifacts from Range Creek. For more information, please call (435) 678-2238.

April 6 Antelope Island State Park - Syracuse
Slide Program: Antelope Island State Park provides ample resources for a variety of intriguing mammal species. Join the park naturalist for an intimate look into the lives of the island*s mammals. Participants should meet at the visitor center at 3 p.m. For more information, please call (801) 721-9569.

April 7 Goblin Valley State Park - Green River
Crazy About Snakes! Join Carol at 2:30 p.m. and learn about the local gopher snakes. Face your fear, and meet live snakes. For more information, please call (435) 564-3633.

April 7 Utah Field House of Natural History State Park
Museum - Vernal
Dippy the Dino Easter Egg Hunt: Join park staff from 9 to 10 a.m. Egg hunts available for children ages 1 to 3, and 4 to 8 years old. For more information, please call (435) 789-3799.

April 7 Antelope Island State Park - Syracuse
Easter Events: Join the park naturalist at 10 a.m. at the visitor center for this Junior Ranger island hunt for rabbit abodes.
Participants should dress for the weather conditions, wear sturdy shoes, and bring plenty of water, sunscreen, bug repellent. (801) 721-9569. At
11 a.m. visit the Fielding Garr Ranch for an Easter egg hunt at 11 a.m.
Other activities include a fish pond, face painting, pictures with the Easter bunny, farm ball, and gunny sack races. Prizes will be given for all activities. (801) 649-5742. And at 2 p.m. in the visitor center, join park staff for an audiovisual tour of scenic Great Salt Lake featuring the photographs of Charles Uibel and Keith Vaught. Feel the desolation, energy, solitude, and excitement of the Great Basin on this photographic tour.

April 7 Snow Canyon State Park - Ivins
Spring Constellations: Bring a lawn chair and join park staff beginning at 8:30 p.m., for an evening of myth, legend, and lore. Learn the stories behind several spring constellations and how to spot them in the night sky. For more information, please call (435) 628-2255.

April 7 Fremont Indian State Park - Sevier
17th Annual Easter Egg Hunt: Children 12 and under can join park staff for an Easter egg hunt including candy and prizes. Events begin at 9 a.m. sharp. For more information, please call (435) 527-4631.

April 7 Wasatch Mountain State Park - Midway
Natural Plant Dyes: Stop by the visitor center between 10 a.m. and 2 p.m. to learn about various plants that can be used as natural dyes.
Instead of using store-bought dyes, learn how people from ages past dyed everything from clothing to Easter eggs. Boiled eggs will be provided.
There is no charge, however, donations are gladly accepted. For more information, please call (435) 654-1791.

UPCOMING UTAH STATE PARKS EVENTS

March 24 Snow Canyon State Park - Ivins
Lava Tubes Tour: Join Naturalist Caitlin Hutter beginning at 5 p.m., for a two-mile roundtrip hike and a chance to explore the unique formations of a lava tube. Space is limited and registration is required. For more information, please call (435) 628-2255.

March 31 Snow Canyon State Park - Ivins
Desert Survival Basics: Todd Goss, former Navy Survival, Evasion, Resistance, and Escape (SERE) instructor teaches desert survival skills from basic navigation to the construction of solar stills beginning at 2:30 p.m. Space is limited and registration is required. For more information, please call (435) 628-2255.

April 7 Fielding Garr Ranch
Antelope Island State Park - Syracuse
Junior Ranger Program: Join park staff at 2 p.m., to learn about how sheep were sheared and wool was processed at one of Utah*s earliest ranches, the historic Fielding Garr Ranch on Antelope Island. Though this informative Junior Ranger Program is geared for those six to 12, everyone is welcome. For more information call (801) 649-5742.

EASTER WEEKEND EVENTS AND CAMPING

Salt Lake - If you are planning a trip Easter Weekend, it*s not too late to reserve a campsite at a Utah state park. The following parks have campsites available, but are filling up quickly: East Canyon, Millsite, Otter Creek, Palisade, Wasatch Mountain, Willard Bay and Yuba.

To make a reservation or for more information, please call (801) 322-3770 from within the Salt Lake calling area and (800) 322-3770 from outside the area or visit www.stateparks.utah.gov.

Special Easter events are held at the following state parks:

April 7 Antelope Island State Park - Syracuse
Fielding Garr Ranch Easter Celebration: Join us in celebrating Easter with an Easter egg hunt at 11 a.m. Other activities include a fish pond, face painting, pictures with the Easter bunny, farm ball at 1 and 3 p.m.
gunny sack races at 2:00, 3:00, and 4 p.m. Prizes will be given for all activities. For more information call (801) 649-5742.

April 7 Fremont Indian State Park and Museum - Sevier
17th Annual Easter Egg Hunt: Children 12 and under can join park staff for an Easter egg hunt including candy and prizes. Events begin at 9 a.m. sharp. For more information, please call (435) 527-4631.

PUEBLO POTTERY WORKSHOP AT EDGE OF THE CEDARS

Blanding- Edge of the Cedars State Park Museum staff host potters Emma Lewis Mitchell and Dolores Lewis Garcia May 14 through 18 teaching students the art of making traditional Acoma Pueblo pottery.

The workshop is 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. at the museum. Participants will learn from and work with the talented and skilled Lewis sisters.
Participants work with Acoma clay to fashion their own small pots, which they will finish with rubbing stones, slip and paint with yucca brushes, and watch as their pots are fired in an outdoor kiln. Each participant will be able to create and finish several small pots, and perhaps even a canteen or ladle.

The Lewis sisters have been teaching the art of pottery making for decades and they enjoy sharing a wealth of tradition, stories, and family history. Their pottery is well known by collectors and has won
many awards. The workshop also includes a field trip to look for clay
sources, a chance to view the documentary, Daughters of the Anasazi, and a backroom collections tour of the Museum.

The workshop is limited to 15 participants and pre-registration is required. For workshop pricing or to register, please call (435) 678-2238.

The NWTF's Women in the Outdoors 1ST ANNUAL CONCEALED WEAPONS COURSE!

Wednesday April 4th
5:30 p.m. to 9:30 p.m.
Must be familiar with firearms to enroll in this session. This session is also open to men and women! Limited to first 15 registrants. Dinner will be served and WITO silent auction will be available.
OR
Saturday April 7th
8 a.m(for beginners/intermediates to receive extra education on handguns)
noon (experienced shooters only can start at this time)
until around 6 p.m.
This session is only open to women and is limited to first 15 registrants.
Lunch and Dinner will be served and WITO silent auction will be available.


Handguns, ammo, certified instruction, application, and meal/s will be provided in, (you may bring your own handgun if it is a .22 only) Must be 18 years old.
fee of $55 for the Wednesday session and $60 for the Saturday session.

This course is to complete the requirements to apply for a concealed weapons permit. Permit application will be signed on successful completion, this means the instructor is confident you can safely handle the firearm. It does not mean you have the permit. Each participant will then need to follow State law in sending in the application, copy of drivers license, along with fingerprints and photo. (Instructions on how to finish the process will be given during sessions) It will cost about $70 additional dollars to the State, BCI, and FBI to finalize permit, fingerprints and photo, at a later date of your choice.

EVENT LOCATION: 65 E 200 S SPRINGVILLE (east door in basement)

Questions please call Tracy Jarvis at 801-754-1193 or
Email teamwito2000@yahoo.com

Registration deadline is March 31st.

ROXY ANNOUNCES DETAILS OF “COUNTRY FAIR” FESTIVITIES AT THE THIRD ANNUAL ROXY CHICKEN JAM

Public Invited to Join in on All the Fun at This Year’s Event

HUNTINGTON BEACH, Calif. – (March 12, 2007) – Roxy is pleased to announce the details of the event festivities for the Third Annual Roxy Chicken Jam, March 22-25 in Park City, Utah. The all-girl snowboard event will bring together the top pro women snowboarders from around the world to compete in slopestyle and superpipe events for a combined prize purse worth $30,000. In addition to the competition, the event will feature a unique “Country Fair” themed festival on the snow with an abundance of activities including autograph sessions, photo opportunities, fair-style games, free demos, giveaways, live music, vendors and more.

When not watching the competition, spectators can choose from a plentitude of activities in the festival area. Roxy will host a booth with autograph signings and photo opportunities with Roxy snow team riders, as well as lots of Roxy freebies. Roxy will also offer an array of free demo hardgoods including skis, snowboards, boots and bindings. Anyone who demos a Roxy Snowboard will receive a free beanie and a chance to win a Roxy Snowboard, which will be raffled off at the end of the final day of competition.

“We’re really proud to be able to sponsor an event that nurtures established and new talent in women’s snowboarding,” said Randy Hild, Senior Vice President, Roxy Marketing. “We’re excited for everyone in the community to be a part of the festivities and show their support for all of these talented riders.”

Additional event sponsors Paul Mitchell, Zumiez and Monster Energy Drink will also play a part in the event festivities. On-site in the festival area Paul Mitchell will offer complimentary hair cuts and hand massages. Zumiez will host a tent lounge and hand out tons of freebies each day. They will also sponsor the “Zumiez Best Couch Trick,” awarding a $2,000 cash prize to the rider who performs the best trick on the Zumiez couch rail on the slopestyle course on the final day of competition. Monster Energy Drink will keep the crowds energized by distributing free energy drinks in the festival area. A DJ will add the musical backdrop, entertaining the crowd with live music each day of competition.

Following the competition on Saturday, March 24, starting at 9 p.m., Roxy will host a VIP party for athletes, industry and the general public at Harry-O’s.

The Third Annual Roxy Chicken Jam is happy to have media support from “CosmoGirl!,” “FUEL TV” and “TransWorld Snowboarding.” Other sponsors include the TTR World Snowboard Tour and Park City Mountain Resort. For more information on the Third Annual Roxy Chicken Jam, visit http://www.roxy.com/events/chickenjam/2007.

UPCOMING UTAH STATE PARKS EVENTS

March 20 Iron Mission State Park Museum - Cedar City
50TH ANNIVERSARY PROGRAM- Utah State Parks: Preserving Utah for Future Generations Join Goblin Valley State Park Assistant Manager Megan Blackwelder at 7 p.m. for the engaging presentation. The event is open and free to the public. For more information, please call (435) 586-9290.

March 21 Edge of the Cedars State Park Museum - Blanding
Celebrate the first day of spring with a field trip with Vaughn Hadenfeldt from Far Out Adventures and Edge of the Cedars Archaeologist Rebecca Stoneman. Come explore the hidden archaeological treasures of Cedar Mesa, the highest density of Ancestral Puebloan sites in the Southwest. Cost is $115 and includes lunch and transportation. This event is a fundraising activity for the Edge of the Cedars Education Fund. For more information please call (435) 678-2238 or visit www.faroutexpeditions.com.

March 22 - 23 Edge of the Cedars State Park Museum - Blanding
Pottery Demonstration by Gregory Holiday: Join talented potter Gregory Holiday from 1 - 5 p.m. for a demonstration on all the stages of pottery making. This program is in conjunction with Holiday's Colors From The Earth exhibit on display until mid-May. Pottery and effigy figures will be available to purchase. This special event is free and open to the public. For more information, please call (435) 678-2238.

March 24 Wasatch Mountain State Park - Midway
50th Anniversary Celebration of Spring- Night Noise: Join the park naturalist at 7 p.m., to discover the park at night along the three-mile Visitor Center Trail. Night sounds challenge us to give up our dependence on sight, and rely on its lesser-developed cousin, our hearing. Meet at the Educational Yurt near the visitor center, dress for the weather and wear sturdy shoes. For more information call (435) 654-1791.

March 30 Territorial Statehouse State Park Museum - Fillmore
Carol Nielson gives a presentation on a pioneer quilt created in 1857 by the women of the Salt Lake 14th Ward beginning at 6 p.m. Carol's family inherited half of the quilt and her presentation is on her search for the other half. She talks about the lives and stories of the women who created and stitched this heirloom. For more information, please call (435) 527-4631.

REI COMMUNITY CALENDAR ANNOUNCEMENTS FOR APRIL

SANDY CITY - The following presentations are offered free of charge to the public at the Sandy City REI store. REI is located at 10600 South & 230 West in the northwest corner of the South Towne Mall property. For more information, please call (801) 501-0850 or visit our website at www.rei.com and click on the stores & events link. Attendance is limited to fifty participants on a first- come first- served basis.

PARAGLIDING
Thursday, April 5th, 7pm
Interested in catching a bird’s eye view of the world below? Want to breathe the air at 18,000 feet without climbing a mountain? Come learn about the increasingly popular sport of paragliding. Ken Hudon Jorgenson, this year’s host of the U.S. Paragliding Nationals, presents this evening’s clinic on soaring the skies without mechanized aid. Tonight’s show will include a video presentation that includes footage and discussion of aerobatics and competitions. Ken will also provide the answer to the following questions; what is Sky Camping? How is it possible to reach 18,000 feet and travel 50 to 200 miles? How does one get started? And how does a paraglider pilot become more of a three-dimensional being.

MOUNTAIN BIKING FOR WOMEN
Thursday, April 12th, 7pm
Did you spend the winter dreaming of charging up and down the Wasatch Front trails on two wheels? Join Kari Gillette, local mountain bike enthusiast and racer, to discuss the basics of mountain biking and how much fun you can have in your back yard! This clinic is geared toward women specific mountain biking and will be covering: the basics of the bike, maintenance, clothing, nutrition and local trails and events

THE GREATER YELLOWSTONE ECOSYSTEM
Thursday, April 19th, 7pm
There have been numerous success stories in the conservation of wildlife populations in the Greater Yellowstone Region. Recovery of grizzly bears, wolves, elk, trumpeter swans, bison and other species stand out as examples of the results of diligent conservation efforts. Join Doug Wachob, Director of the Conservation Research Center of Teton Science Schools in Jackson Wyoming, this evening as he recounts the details of these conservation successes and the challenges that lie ahead via images of the animals in their habitat and information about the status of their populations.

GPS 101
Thursday, April 26th, 7pm
A Global Positioning System is a fun and accurate tool that can help you navigate through backcountry terrain or even down city streets. Join REI navigation expert Craig Whetman as he unveils the mysteries of this fun and fascinating piece of technology. This presentation will cover basic GPS functions such as determining latitude and longitude, programming routes, and recording travel.


SALT LAKE CITY - The following presentations are offered free of charge to the public at the Salt Lake City REI store. REI is located at 3285 East & 3300 South. For more information, please call 486-2100 or visit our website at www.rei.com and click on the stores & events link and select Salt Lake City.

LEAVE NO TRACE: EDUCATION IN MOTION
Monday, April 2nd, 7pm
Leave No Trace Center for Outdoor Ethics, a non-profit organization dedicated to building awareness, appreciation, and above all, respect for public recreation areas, is partnering with REI to promote responsible recreation and environmental stewardship. Come join Traveling Trainers, Team West, North Moench and Ella Goodbrod, for a fun and educational experience. The evening will include a slideshow of their travels across the US in 2006 and 2007. You will learn more about the history, skills and ethics and how to teach others about the Leave No Trace program.

COTTONWOOD, ASPEN, & BUTTERFLIES: ADDICTED TO LARGE PREDATORS?
Tuesday, April 3rd, 7pm
Surprising things happen when wolves or cougars disappear from a landscape. Dr. Robert Beschta, Oregon State University Emeritus Professor of Forest Hydrology, will present outcomes from his current field research in Yellowstone and Zion National Parks, which is revealing how loss of large predators is linked to loss of riparian and stream functioning in the West. Dr. Beschta will speak at 7 p.m. on April 2 in Moab (Moab Information Center; Center and Main) and April 3 in Salt Lake City (REI at 3285 E and 3300 S).

BACKPACKING SKILLS FOR YOUTH
Thursday, April 5th, 7pm
How do you prevent your hiking boots from causing blisters? What is the best way to load up your pack? What do you do if you encounter a moose on the trail? For answers to these questions and more, join the experts from REI tonight for some fun and useful tips on backpacking and camping. This evening’s presentation, designed for the next generation of outdoor enthusiasts, will cover the ins and outs of gear essentials such as packs, tents, sleeping bags, stoves, footwear, and clothing layers. A special section titled “Respect It!” will highlight the seven principles of Leave No Trace outdoor ethics. Families, youth groups and scout troops are encouraged to attend!

PARAGLIDING
Tuesday, April 10th, 7pm
Interested in catching a bird’s eye view of the world below? Want to breathe the air at 18,000 feet without climbing a mountain? Come learn about the increasingly popular sport of paragliding. Ken Hudon Jorgenson, this year’s host of the U.S. Paragliding Nationals, presents this evening’s clinic on soaring the skies without mechanized aid. Tonight’s show will include a video presentation that includes footage and discussion of aerobatics and competitions. Ken will also provide the answer to the following questions; what is Sky Camping? How is it possible to reach 18,000 feet and travel 50 to 200 miles? How does one get started? And how does a paraglider pilot become more of a three-dimensional being.


REI SPECIAL EVENTS:

BIKE BONANZA AT REI SANDY
Saturday, April 14th, 11am-3pm
Get ready to roll into spring two wheeled style! On Saturday, April 14th, REI Sandy will feature free presentations by cycling experts on topics such as do-it-yourself bicycle maintenance, ride preparation, Fix–a–flat and more. Bike rodeo for kids, test rides and raffle prizes. Whether you’re an advanced rider looking to take your game to the next level, or just enjoy taking the kids out for rides on weekend through the neighborhood, the REI Bike Bonanza has something for you! Visit www.rei.com and click on the stores & events tab for a complete schedule.

REI ADULT CLIMBING NIGHT
Thursday, April 19th, 6:30pm-8:30pm
We would like to invite you to attend Adults-only (16 & up) climbing night at the Salt Lake City REI store. This is a perfect opportunity for beginners as well as experienced climbers to climb our one-of-a-kind wall on routes ranging from 5.5 to 5.13 in difficulty. You are welcome to invite your friends & family to attend. Please RSVP via email to espreng@rei.com so that as many of our REI certified belayers are available as necessary. Climbing harnesses of all sizes will be available at no charge, and climbing shoes can be rented for the evening at the low cost of only $2.00. Whether you are looking to start climbing, train for next summer, or meet people with similar interests come enjoy an evening of climbing & camaraderie with your friends at the Salt Lake City REI.


COMMUNITY EVENTS:

4TH STREET CLINIC TRIATHLON & 5K
Saturday, April 14th, 8am
Ride, Run & Swim at the U of U Campus, all for a good cause! Events include Individual Triathlon (300 yard swim, 8 mile MOUNTAIN bike, 5K run), Team Triathlon (teams of 2-3 people, same course & distances as individual triathlon) and 5K Run/Walk (strollers permitted). All proceeds benefit the 4th Street Clinic, providing health care for the homeless. Please visit http://umed.med.utah.edu/get%5Finvolved/clubs/homelessclinic/triathlon/index.html for more information and registration.

PURGE YOUR SPURGE! MYRTLE SPURGE/NATIVE PLANT EXCHANGE
April 14th & 21st, 10am-3pm
This April, don’t miss out on a great opportunity to purge your spurge and rid your garden of myrtle spurge (or as some call it donkey tail spurge) and receive free Utah native plants in exchange! Myrtle spurge (Euphorbia myrsinites) is a non-native, highly invasive, garden plant that is rapidly spreading in our foothills and canyons, crowding out the native vegetation. Join the Bonneville CWMA, the Great Salt Lake RC&D, and the Salt Lake Soil Conservation District, along with volunteers from the Intermountain Native Plant Growers Association and the Utah Native Plant Society, at REI in Salt Lake City as we work to protect our canyons by preventing the spread of myrtle spurge in our foothills. On April 14 & 21, 2007 bring your bagged myrtle spurge to REI at 3200 East 3300 South, where volunteers will be on hand to take your plants and give you up to five potted Utah native plants in exchange. In addition, receive a planting guide and learn about noxious and invasive species in Salt Lake and what you can do to help prevent their spread. For more information contact Salt Lake County Weed Program staff at 801-468-2861 or on the web at www.weeds.slco.org.

BEND-IN-THE-RIVER EARTH DAY PLANTING AND CELEBRATION
Saturday, April 21st, 8:30am
Plant trees, restore wetlands, welcome back native wildlife…celebrate the Earth and the Bend’s 10th year with people from throughout the community. Start the morning with a light breakfast, followed by planting, a tasty lunch, and the presentation of our community partner awards. REI will be leading children’s activities, and a variety of restoration opportunities will be available. Bend-In-The-River is located at 1030 West Fremont Avenue (1100 South). For more information please contact Tara Poelzing, Bend-in-the-River coordinator, at tpoelzing@sa.utah.edu or 801-587-9027 or visit www.bend-in-the-river.org

EARTH DAY CELEBRATION AT THE OGDEN NATURE CENTER
Saturday, April 21st, Noon to 4pm
Come celebrate Earth Day at Ogden Nature Center! Expect earth-friendly vendors, exhibitors, entertainment, food and activities. Explore the trails and visit the Dr. Ezekiel R. and Edna Wattis Dumke Picnic Grove and Treehouse, enjoy the view from the Willard L. Eccles Observation Tower at Avocet Pond, or just kick back and make new friends. Donations will be gratefully accepted. All proceeds will benefit the mission of Ogden Nature Center: to unite people with nature and nurture appreciation and stewardship of the environment. The event is $1 per person or FREE if you ride the bus or bike! The Ogden Nature Center is located at 966 West 12th Street, Ogden. Call Sabrina Foster at 801-621-7595 or visit www.ogdennaturecenter.org for more information.


CLASSES:

REI GPS NAVIGATION DAY
Saturday, April 17th, 9am-3pm
Spend a day with REI GPS experts in the classroom and in Parley’s Park to learn how to use your GPS unit in the field. Participants should have some familiarity with GPS and/or have attended REI’s GPS 101 evening clinic. You’ll practice finding your way from point A to point B, first establishing where you are, and then where you want to go. Learn route-finding skills, such as: how to transfer waypoints from your PC to your GPS unit, how to use the U.T.M. grid system vs. latitude and longitude coordinates, and how to create your own custom maps. Tuition is $15 for REI members, $30 for non-members, please sign up in person or by phone at our REI SLC location, 801-486-2100.


COMMUNITY GROUP MEETINGS & PRESENTATIONS

UTAH NATIVE PLANT SOCIETY
Wednesday, April 4th, 7pm
Amber Richman, USDA-APHIS-PPQ Biological Control will discuss various bio controls used on several invasive species in the state of Utah. She will talk about how bio controls are tested before being released and the impacts that they have on the environment. This talk is free and open to the public. The Utah Native Plant Society is dedicated to the appreciation, preservation, conservation and responsible use of the native plant and plant communities found in the state of Utah and the Intermountain West. Visit www.unps.org.

UTAH STATEWIDE ARCHAEOLOGICAL SOCIETY
Wednesday, April 11th, 7pm
The Utah Statewide Archaeological Society (USAS) is an organization conceived for the individual who is curious about or wants to learn more about archaeology and the state’s prehistoric cultures. Meetings and presentations are free of charge and open to the public. Visit www.utaharchaeology.org.

UTAH WINTER GAMES OFFERS HOCKEY AND THE LUMBERJACK JAM

Park City, UT (March 9, 2007) -- The Utah Winter Games have two hot events on tap for this weekend.

You have a chance to learn from the pros when the Utah Grizzlies team up with the Utah Winter Games to offer two hockey clinics.

One will be at the Park City Ice Arena on Sunday afternoon. It will be divided into sessions for kids nine and under and anyone over ten.

On Monday night, Grizzlies will be on home ice for the clinic at the E Center in West Valley City. The same age divisions are in effect, but everyone attending the clinic will also get a free Grizzlies game ticket and a tour of the locker room. The clinic only costs 8-dollars to learn the finer points of hockey from both coaches and players. They do say that everyone taking part in the clinic has to bring personal helmets, gloves, elbow pads, shin guards, and a stick. The Grizzlies have 23 former players currently in the National Hockey League, so it's always possible that you can learn from someone whose name will someday be on the Stanley Cup.

And then there's the Lumberjack Jam at the Brighton Resort on Saturday morning. It's the kind of event that almost says, “If you have to ask, you probably shouldn't be there.”

SLUG Magazine promises that this will go down as a day of infamy among local riders as the skiers and snowboarders use old trees and pieces of lumber to perform terrain park tricks. They're also throwing in a beard-growing contest, which could be interesting given the ages of most of the competitors.

There will be a hatchet-throwing contest which SLUG says is especially designed for unemployed slack-jawed yokels. The prizes are no joke, though. Top riders will win cash and a new snowboard. Second and third place finishers will collect cool swag such as goggles and clothes. There will be free Red Bull for competitors. You have to wear a helmet so that if you fall off a tree, you'll just bounce.

To find out more about either the hockey or the Lumberjack jam, log on to UtahWinterGames.org.

The Utah Winter Games are the oldest and biggest amateur winter sports event in the country. They continue the legacy of 2002 in Utah by making it possible for large numbers of people of all skill levels to have a wonderful time with winter sports.
In the 2005-2006 20th anniversary season, more than three thousand people took part in 20 competitions in 15 sports and 32 instructional clinics.

The Utah Winter Games: All Ages, All Abilities, Always Fun.

San Juan County Artists Featured at Edge of the Cedars

Blanding - Edge of the Cedars State Park Museum announces the opening of four new temporary exhibits for spring 2007 representing the efforts of San Juan County artists: Kelly Pugh and Ambrose Mexican; Leo Platero from Montezuma Creek; and Gregory Holiday from Oljeto.

Expressions of the West * Through June 30 Kelly Pugh historical imagery portrays many local leaders and families of the past two centuries and events leading to the settlement of southeast Utah. Pugh*s twin sister, photographer Kammy Palmer, is also represented in this exhibit with two award-winning wildlife images.

Yellowhorse * Through May 15
Ambrose Mexican is a self-taught carver, artist, and illustrator creating finely detailed pencil and ink drawings of wildlife, portraits, and horses. Mexican*s eye for fine detail also shines through in the photo-like imagery of his exceptional scrimshaw carvings.





Through the Eyes of a Sheepherder * Through May 15 Leo Platero*s paintings are a record of his sheepherder*s observations of light, color, clouds, and land formations. Platero is a versatile and prolific artist, working in many media. This exhibit also includes pottery and writings.

Colors From the Earth *Through May 15
Inspired by the designs he observed on the pottery shards while working with archeologists, Paiute-Navajo potter Gregory Holiday set out to replicate the pottery vessels just as the Pueblo ancestors had made them. Holiday regularly traverses the Four Corners to find different types and colors of clays as well as material for temper, slip, and pigments with which to fashion his pottery.

The Edge of the Cedars State Park Museum is dedicated to education about and the celebration of the Native cultures of the Four Corners region. Come help us celebrate the 50th birthday of Utah State Parks!
Check our website for special activities throughout 2007. The museum is open from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. daily. Please call (435) 678-2238 for information about these exhibits and other exciting events and activities.

REEL RECOVERY SPRING CHARITY BASH

The Utah Cancer Foundation cordially invites you to a special event hosted by Brett Prettyman of the Salt Lake Tribune Spring Charity Bash Wine Education and Hors d'oeuvres with Live and Silent Auction to benefit Reel Recovery.

Tickets available at the door $40.00 per person

Date: Sunday March 4, 2007 Time: 4:00PM - 7:00 PM Location: Trio - Cottonwood
6405 S 3000 E
Holladay, UT 84121

For tickets contact: Phone: 800-699-4490

Email: djreading@gmail.com

Live and Silent Auctions - Lots and Lots of Items

Including:
• Red River Ranch 1 nights/1 day for 2 guided fishing/lodging
• Western Rivers Flyfisher One Day Guided Fly Fishing for Two w/Steve Schmidt
• High Lonesome Ranch 3 days/2 nights for Two
• Trout Creek Flies One Day Guided Trip on the Green River
• Trout Bum 2 Half Day Guided Fly Fishing for Two on Provo River
• Six Lakes Fishing and Wildlife Preserve 2 Full Day Fishing Passes for 4 Anglers Each
• Fish Tech Outfitters 2 Half day guided trips on Provo
• Red Canyon Lodge Three Nights Lodging for Two, Dinner
• Snowbird Ski and Summer Resort One Night Lodging, 2 All-Day Ski Passes
• Ruby's Inn 2 Two night lodging certificates
• Stutzman Hell's Canyon Custom Rods custom fly rod
• Reel Recovery Sage "Pink" fly rod
• Individual Orvis Western River UK fly rod and box of flies
• Patagonia Fly Fishing Wardrobe
• Xcalibur Rods Custom Built Xcalibur 8ft, 6pc, 3wt Fly Rod
• Thomas & Thomas 40% Discount Certificate
• Hendrix Outdoors on behalf of Fish Tech Lightning Spinning Rod
• Hendrix Outdoors on behalf of Fish Tech Cardinal Spinning Rod/reel Combo
• Hendrix Outdoors on behalf of Fish Tech Fenwick Fly Rod
• Fish Tech Outfitters fly tying or fishing class
• Box of 40 flies tied by Lance Egan, who won two gold medals in the ESPN Outdoor Games, including several of his own patterns

Reel Recovery is a national non-profit organization that conducts free fly-fishing retreats for men battling life-threatening cancer. Combining expert fly-fishing instruction with supportive conversations, Reel Recovery offers a unique experience for men with cancer: a time to share their stories, learn a new skill, form lasting friendships and gain renewed hope as they confront the challenges of their recovery.

“I discovered that while fly-fishing, I was in another place. In this place there was no cancer, no pain and no fear.” – Retreat Participant

For information about Reel Recovery, visit their website: www.reelrecovery.org
or call 800-699-4490