Land Management & Community Sharing
Daily Events
Willow Canyon Outdoor Company &
The Vermilion Cliffs Trails Club
Contact: Susan Hand
oasis@kanab.net 435.644.8884
“MEET ME AT THE WILLOW”
Date: Daily throughout the festival
Time: 8:15 AM – 8:45 AM
Location: Willow Canyon Outdoor Co, 263 South 100 East, in Kanab
Description:
Stop by Willow Canyon Outdoor between 8:15 and 8:45 AM, any morning during Amazing Earthfest, and meet others who are here in town for the festival. You’ll be able to chat with a member of the local Vermilion Cliffs Trails Club about festival events and area attractions. We’ll have Amazing Earthfest events schedules on hand for you.
During the daily meet-up, Willow Canyon Outdoor is offering $1 off any drink from our gourmet espresso bar! Browse among our trail and field guides and other regional titles; USGS Trails Illustrated maps, and quality outdoor gear and apparel. At the Willow meet-up, drop your name in the hat to win a $5-$25 gift certificate! We’ll draw a winner every day at 7 PM. (you need not be present to win, but must claim your certificate by May 22).
Monday, May 17, 2010
U. S. Forest Service, North Kaibab Ranger District
430 South Main St., Fredonia, Arizona
Contact: Missy Spandl 928-643-8120 mmspandl@fs.fed.us
RAINBOW RIM TRAIL MAINTENANCE
Date: Monday, May 17, 2010
Time: 8:00 AM Arizona Daylight Savings Time (9:00 AM Utah time)
Location: Participants can meet at our District Office and carpool (leaving the office in Fredonia at 8:00am) or drive to the North Timp Point trailhead on their own and meet the group at 10:00am. Please RSVP if you plan to carpool. Leaving promptly at 8am.
Description: A team effort to help Forest staff clear deadfall trees and brush from the trail using clippers and hand saws. Participants will need to wear long pants, long sleeves, and bring a small backpack with lunch and water. Activity level is moderate to vigorous and will require some hiking. Forest staff will plan on working until 3:00 pm, however full day participation is not required. Gloves and snacks will be provided. Eye protection is highly recommended. Sunglasses or reading glasses will suffice. Rim elevation is near 8000 ft. and temperatures can range from 40-70 degrees. In the event of poor weather we will re-schedule for later in the week.
Creative Community Sharing
Contact: Barry Glazier 435-644-3698 barryglazier1@yahoo.com
Chuck Combs 435-689-0525 ccombs51@hotmail.com
SUNSET PHOTOGRAPHY WORKSHOP
Date: Monday, May 17
Time: 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM
Location: Coral Pink Sand Dunes State Park
Directions: Meet in the parking lot of the Kane County Office of Tourism, 78 South 100 East, Kanab, at 6:00 PM. Carpool to Coral Pink Sand Dunes S P. From Kanab, drive north on Hwy 89, and turn left onto Hancock Road. Go to the end of the road. Turn left at the Tee, onto Yellow Jacket Road. Continue to Coral Pink Sand Dunes State Park entrance, which will be on your left. Park Entrance Fee of $5.00 per vehicle is required.
Description: Two professional level photographers, Chuck Combs and Barry Glazier, will team up to offer a free, plein air workshop in how best to capture natural images in both landscape and close-up, with your digital or film camera. This is a hands-on workshop to teach beginning and advanced outdoor photography techniques. Chuck and Barry will share their extensive knowledge and experience in the arts of composition, lighting, exposure, and discuss camera equipment including tripods, filters, lenses, and digital skills. An alternative destination will be Diana’s Throne, in the White Cliffs, if high winds create unsuitable conditions for photography at the Dunes. Wear clothing appropriate for weather conditions and bring water and snacks or a sandwich.
Tuesday, May 18, 2010
U. S. Forest Service, North Kaibab Ranger District
430 South Main St., Fredonia, Arizona
Contact: Garry Domis 928-643-8140
SUSTAINABLE FOREST MANAGEMENT
Date: Tuesday, May 18, 2010
Time: 9:00 AM Arizona Daylight Savings Time (10:00 AM Utah time)
Location: Meet at North Kaibab District Office in Fredonia.
Carpool to Fracas and Warm Areas. leaving promptly at 9am.
Description: Learn the meaning of “sustainable forestry”, and see how foresters plan for re-growth in an area where tree harvesting has recently taken place. Silviculturist, Garry Domis will discuss sustainable forest management on the North Kaibab Ranger District in the Fracas timber sale area, harvested in 2009. From there, we will travel to the Warm Reforestation area to learn how tree planting and forest regeneration is progressing on a portion of the Kaibab National Forest that burned during the Warm Fire of 2006.
On this excursion, you will travel through areas of past forest management along Forest Road 462 in the Fracas area, and then south on FR 462 to FR 429, then east to the planting area. 4WD is not required, however it can be muddy in the spring and higher clearance may be helpful. No restrooms or facilities are available. Weather conditions on the Kaibab Plateau can be variable, so please plan accordingly.
Wednesday, May 19, 2010
National Park Service
Zion National Park
Contact: Ron Terry 435-772-0160
ZION NATIONAL PARK: PROTECTING PEOPLE, PLACES, AND THE PLANET
Date: Wednesday, May 19, 2010
Time: 2:00 PM
Location: GSENM Kanab Visitor Center, 745 East US. Hwy. 89, Kanab
Description: Indoor interactive learning stations and a background audio-visual presentation focusing on sustainable practices, wildlife management and protection, and partnership projects in Zion National Park. Join park staff to learn about the natural sounds of Zion, California Condors, the preservation of a rare plant, and an award winning program to reduce the use of disposable plastic bottles.
Thursday, May 20, 2010
HRA Inc, Conservation Archaeology
Contact: Heidi Roberts 702 228-8844
TOUR OF THE JACKSON FLAT RESERVOIR ARCHAEOLOGICAL EXCAVATIONS
Date: Thursday, May 20
Time: 10:00 AM and 2:00 PM
Location: Meet in the parking lot of the Kane County Office of Tourism, 78 South 100 East, Kanab. Car-pool to the site.
Description: Learn more about ancient habitation in the vicinity of Kanab City. This event is a one-hour tour of a large Puebloan archaeological site that is currently being excavated south of Kanab for the Jackson Flat Reservoir Project. We will meet at the County Tourism office and then car-pool (on two-track roads) to the archaeological site. An archaeologist will provide a tour of this 800-year old Puebloan habitation. Please bring water, hats, and sunscreen.
Friday, May 21, 2010
Kanab City Trails Committee and BLM Kanab Field Office
Contact: Jack Gisler 435-644-3905
PARKS & TRAILS MASTER PLAN WORK PARTY
CONSTRUCTING THE TOM’S CANYON CONNECTOR TRAIL
Date: Friday, May 21, 2010
Time: 11:00 AM to 4:00 PM
Location: Meet at the Jacob Hamblin Park Pavilion, North End of 100 East, Kanab, at 11AM
Description: Join the Kanab Trails Committee, a team from the BLM Kanab Field Office, High Desert Backcountry Horsemen, and other partners for a field-work party to construct a new trail that will connect Tom’s Canyon with the Golf Course Rim Trail in Pugh Canyon. This is an exciting day for Kanab City that you won’t want to miss! Take part in developing a hiking trail in the City’s Trails Master Plan on the Vermilion Cliffs!
Enjoy being part of a spirited group of residents and visitors who tackle this important community development project. Participants will be registered as volunteers with the BLM and must wear work clothes, sturdy footwear, hats and gloves. Hand tools will be provided including mattocks, rakes, hoes and shovels. This will be somewhat strenuous outdoor work, lasting into the afternoon. Bring your own water, sun protection, and snacks. This is a registered National Trails Day Event!
Saturday, May 22, 2010
Creative Community Sharing
Contact: Caralee Woods and Jim Henley
435-899-9024 cgwoods@hughes.net
BUILDING WITH STRAW BALES AND EARTHEN PLASTER
Date: Saturday, May 22
Time: 10 AM
Location: 11776 East, Highway 89, Kanab, Utah
Directions: From Kanab, drive east on Hwy 89 (toward Page) to Mile Marker #49, about 15 miles. At a point 3 tenths of a mile beyond Marker #49, turn right (south) at the crossroad, then continue straight ahead until the road forks. Turn right at the fork and go another 3 tenths of a mile to the first green gate on your left. Turn left up the private road to our building site.
Description: Straw bale architecture is known for its environmental benefits and natural beauty. Straw, usually an agricultural waste product, has high insulating value and results in thick, strong walls. When covered in inexpensive, thick earthen plaster made from on-site clay, the bale walls are especially beautiful. Visit a local site where three straw bale buildings are in different stages of completion. Owner-builders will guide a tour, and discuss details and options in the building process. Feel free to bring cameras and questions you have about straw bale architecture and building.