Kevin Koontz, SUU Outdoor Education Liaison & ORPT Instructor will lead the Cedar Break excursion on a 2 miles round trip, easy-moderate, hike along the Alpine Pond Nature Trail in the lovely Cedar Breaks National Monument. This trail goes through Spruce, Fir, and Aspen forests, through meadows, and past the Alpine Pond. This beautiful route displays the “breaks” and contains ancient deposits of volcanic materials. Dinner not included.
Capacity of 12 participants. Some participants may have registered for this event, but have not added it to their Sched.
Led by modern day Archeologist Samantha Kirkley, excursion attendees will learn of the deep history of Cedar City, from the Iron Mining days to the Native Paiute Tribe. Attendees will have the opportunity to visit Parowan Gap, where MANY Native American Rock Art, including petroglyphs and dinosaur tracks, can be found. To round out the evening attendees will enjoy a traditional fry bread Dinner and Show provided by the Paiute tribe. This rich history and cultural immersion will leave attendees with a greater appreciation of our Native Americans and history of Southern Utah.
Arlene Braithwaite is a renowned artist, nationally recognized, and a dear treasure of Southern Utah. On this excursion, Arlene will teach a watercolor art class within the canyons of Cedar Mountain. This excursion will provide attendees with beautiful scenic landscapes to be captured on canvas led by Arlene. Not only will attendees be surrounded by tranquility of nature for the afternoon, but also have the opportunity to be taught by a timeless artist that has personal connections with the landscape. Dinner will be included-a traditional fry bread Dinner and Show at the Paiute Center. Excurison Cost: $20, supplies
Prepare to view the wonders of outer space through the telescopes at the Ashcroft Observatory. Led by Dr. Cameron Pace and assistants, participants will have the opportunity to view the beautiful night sky and the many interstellar phenomena of outer space. This excursion will begin after the sun goes down and will last a few hours.
Some may be lost when trying to pen the words of the heart or the scenic vistas of Kolob Canyon. But, while led by renowned creative writer and poet, Dr. Danielle Dubrasky, the words will flow easily. On this excursion Dr. Dubrasky will lead attendees on a short hike viewing the wondrous sights of Kolob Canyon. While in the Canyon attendees will have the opportunity to create poetry and reflect on the views of nature around them. Dinner not included.
Zion National Park is one of the Wonders of Southern Utah located just north of Springdale, the cutest town in Washington County. This excursion will be a minimally guided experience of Zion and Springdale. For the more adventurous hiker, a group guide will lead hikers to the top of Angel’s Landing (limit of 20, 10 to the top). Participants will have the opportunity to hike trails they are comfortable with. If you are interested in just a day of galleries, shopping and food, experience Southern Utah culture, art, food, and shops of Springdale, the city at the mouth of Zion. Participants will be free to explore on their own the many opportunities offered by Zion National Park and Springdale. Dinner is on your own.
