Listing events from: May 1, 2012 to: June 1, 2012
Friday
May
04
2012
Location: Snow Canyon State Park Admire the changing colors of early evening and enjoy the magic of sketching nature on this 1.5 mile, roundtrip hike! 7:00- 8:30 p.m., Fri., May 4
Friday
May
04
2012
Location: Due to collegiate cycling championship time trials on Antelope Island, the road to the Fielding Garr Ranch is closed for the day. Sorry for the inconvenience.
Friday
May
04
2012
Location: Fremont Indian State Park and MuseumThe Knap-In is organized by the Utah Flintknapper’s Association. People skilled in the art of making chipped stone tools will be demonstrating flintknapping.
Friday
May
04
2012
Location: Antelope Island State Park Buffalo Point Loop. Meet the Park Naturalist at 7:30 pm at the Bridger Bay Campground trail head (near site #8) for a 2-mile round trip hike around Buffalo Point under the light of the full moon and the setting sun. We’ll discuss the phases and features of the moon as well as moon lore and other nighttime topics. For more information call (801) 721-9569.
Friday
May
04
2012
Location: Fremont Indian State Park and MuseumThe Mountain Man Rendezvous is organized by the Rocky Mountain Fur Company and includes a mountain man encampment, food and crafts venders, archery and black powder shoots, hawk and knife throws, atlatl competition, candy cannon shoots, bowling ball cannon, and children’s activities.
Saturday
May
05
2012
Location: Fremont Indian State Park and Museum Everyone is invited to watch or participate in the annual Atlatl Competition. Registration is at 8:30 a.m., and the competition will begin at 9:00 a.m. and last until around noon. Participants throw darts at targets around a mile-long course using an atlatl (throwing stick).Park day use fee is $3.00 per person or $6.00 per vehicle up to 8 people. Utah seniors 62+ pay half price. Free admission for holders of Utah State Parks annual pass.
Saturday
May
05
2012
Location: Antelope Island State Park Stop by the Bridger Bay Beach between 11 am and 12 pm to visit with a park interpreter about lake life and other fun facts. Microscopes will be on hand for viewing and discovering lake wonders. For more information call (801) 721-9569.
Saturday
May
05
2012
Location: Join us for a day at the beach from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. Canoe, kayak or take a motorboat tour. Learn to fish and set up the perfect campsite with outdoor experts from the U.S. Forest Service, Utah State University, and Hyrum State Park. For more information please call Hyrum State Park 435-245-6866
Saturday
May
05
2012
Location: Hyrum State ParkCinco de Mayo at Hyrum State Park
Saturday
May
05
2012
Location: Sand Hollow State ParkSwimming portion of the event will be located at Sand Hollow State Park.
Saturday
May
05
2012
Location: Dead Horse Point State ParkThe full moon rises behind the prominent La Sal Mountains slowly revealing the rugged landscape below. Hike across sandstone illuminated by the pale light of a full moon. Join park staff at the visitor center for a 1-mile full moon hike along the Intrepid Loop. Participants should meet at the visitor center at 8:30 pm, bring flashlights, water, sturdy shoes and a sense of adventure.
Saturday
May
05
2012
Location: Fremont Indian State Park and Museum1:00 p.m.Come enjoy a day at the park and meet the authors: ? Amy Jarecki, author of “Koicto” a novel about an ancient, Native American World.
Saturday
May
05
2012
Location: Antelope Island State ParkCome and join us for a fun filled experience learning about how Antelope Island’s Native peoples gathered food at 10:00 am
Thursday
May
10
2012
Location: Antelope Island State Park Meet with the Park Naturalist at 3 p.m. in the Visitor Center Theater to discover the intriguing past of this ancient granddaddy lake of Great Salt Lake. For more information call (801) 721-9569.
Friday
May
11
2012
Location: Snow Canyon State Park Are you aware that Southern Utah has the greatest number of reptiles in the state because it is in a transition zone between the Mojave Desert, Great Basin Desert, and the Colorado Plateau? Join Ann McLuckie, Wildlife Biologist, and learn more about their unique desert adaptations during an evening slide show. Next day, join us on a morning hike and look for
Saturday
May
12
2012
Location: Antelope Island State Park Join park staff and members of the Ogden Astronomical Society for an evening of wonder as we turn our gaze upward. Meet at White Rock Bay Day Use Area just before sunset to look at the sun through a Solar Scope, followed by a 20 minute presentation about space. Deep space viewing will take place afterwards. Please arrive no later than 8:30 pm (the Gate closes to incoming traffic at 9 pm). If you bring a flashlight, please make it a red-colored lens. Weather permitting. Park entrance fees apply. For more information call (801) 721-9569.
Sunday
May
13
2012
Location: Dead Horse Point State ParkBird song floats along the early morning breeze at Dead Horse Point State Park. It’s the height of migration and the park is teeming with birds. Join park staff for an early morning bird walk. Participants should meet at 6:30 a.m. at the visitor center. Remember to bring water, sturdy shoes and binoculars if available.
Thursday
May
17
2012
Location: Antelope Island State Park Registration for the 2012 Festival begins on March 1st at 9 am. Register on line at http:www.greatsaltlakebirdfest.com or call 801-451-3286.
Saturday
May
19
2012
Location: Fremont Indian State Park and MuseumMeet to discuss this month's selection: “Koicto”, by Amy Jarecki. The book club is free to join, and open to adults and teens. We will meet the third Saturday of each month at 1:00 p.m. to discuss each month’s book selection.
Saturday
May
19
2012
Location: Sand Hollow State ParkSwimming will be at Sand Hollow State Park. Contact the park for more information
Saturday
May
19
2012
Location: Snow Canyon State Park Explore the twilight sights and sounds of the canyon during a 1.5 mile, round trip hike. 8:00- 9:30 p.m., Sat., May 19,
Saturday
May
19
2012
Location: Dead Horse Point State ParkDead Horse Point State Park hosts some of the darkest skies found in Southeastern Utah. The Milky Way Galaxy appears so vivid that some nights you can see purple and green tints as it stretches across the sky. Join park staff at 9 p.m. at the visitor center for a deeper look into the current night sky. Bring a red flashlight, a camp chair and your knowledge to share.
Tuesday
May
22
2012
Location: Children age's six to 13 can join the fishing club and learn the joys of fishing! The club runs for five weeks and run from 5 to 7 p.m. To register or volunteer as a Fishing Coach please contact Hyrum State Park. 435-245-6866
Thursday
May
24
2012
Location: Antelope Island State Park Meet with the Park Naturalist at 3 p.m. in the Visitor Center Theater to discover the intriguing past of this ancient granddaddy lake of Great Salt Lake. For more information call (801) 721-9569.
Friday
May
25
2012
Location: Antelope Island State Park Come and join us in celebrating
Friday
May
25
2012
Location: Snow Canyon State Park Join park staff for a two-mile, roundtrip hike and the chance to explore the unique formations of a lava tube!
Saturday
May
26
2012
Location: Antelope Island State Park The word “desert” comes from the word “deserted”. The truth, however, is that this land abounds with plants and animals specifically adapted to this harsher environment. Meet the Park Naturalist at 10 am in the visitor center parking lot for an easy one-hour hike to explore and discuss the many wonders of this desert island. For more information call (801) 721-9569.
Saturday
May
26
2012
Location: Hyrum State Park will be stocked with 300 tagged fish redeemable for a prize donated by local business partners in the Cache Valley. State fishing laws apply so please read the 2012 fishing proclamation. For complete rules and regulations, click here. For more information, please call 435-245-6866.
Saturday
May
26
2012
Location: Antelope Island State Park Antelope Island is home to many different plants and animals that depend on this land for survival. Just who does live here, and how and where do they live? Children ages 6-12 are invited to come and find out during this one hour program designed to get kids excited about nature. Meet at 1 pm at the Visitor Center Amphitheater. For more information call (801) 721-9569.
Friday
June
01
2012
Location: Antelope Island State Park Kelly J. Thurgood will display photographs and bronze statues in the visitor center art gallery. The exhibit features images of the birds and wildlife of Antelope Island State Park. To view more of Thurgood's artwork visit www.kellythurgood.com.The visitor center and art gallery are open from 9:00 am to 6:00 pm daily. To contact the visitor center, please call (801) 725-9263.