Thistle Removal on the Jordan River Trail

Aaron McElwee

Invasive Vegetation Removal Service Project Join us as we remove problematic weeds near the Jordan River. We provide tools, water and snacks (just be sure to bring a refillable water bottle). Wear long pants and closed to shoes. Come ready to have fun and make a difference! Park Here: https://maps.app.goo.gl/rim94vfxJgkc9Wwp8?g_st=ipc Location: West Jordan, UT 84088 Date and time: Mon, Jul …

Thistle Removal Service Project with the Jordan River Commission

Aaron McElwee

Join us for a Thistle Removal event! Help restore native habitat along the Jordan River by removing invasive thistle species that threaten local plant and animal life. Thistles crowd out native plants, reduce biodiversity, and make the trail less accessible and enjoyable for the community. This hands-on volunteer event is a great way to make a tangible impact on the …

Utah Division of Outdoor Recreation Hosts Refugee Youth forOutdoor Leadership Campout as Part of Every Kid Outdoors Initiative

As part of its ongoing Every Kid Outdoors Adventure Challenge, the Utah Division of Outdoor Recreation (DOR) hosted a three-day outdoor leadership campout June 26-28 for 50 refugee youth from across the Wasatch Front. Held at the scenic Tifie Ranch near East Canyon Reservoir, the immersive experience introduced teens, many of whom had never camped before, to the joy, skills …

Star Party at Newton Reservoir Parking Lot, 18 July 2025

Aaron McElwee

The Cache Valley Astronomical Society will be hosting a star party in support of the Utah Every Kid Outdoors Adventure Challenge. This event is free and is open to the entire family. In addition to telescopes where you look through an eyepiece we will also have smart telescopes which display the image on a screen. So even if you have …

Outdoor Skills Class

Aaron McElwee

Come learn basic outdoor skills including setting up a tent, packing a backpack, basic first aid, fire building, fire safety, using camp stoves, navigation using maps and compasses, knot tying, and other skills that will help you be safe in the outdoors. Learn Hands on skills to help you recreate responsibly and safely.

Solar Party @ Wheeler Farm

Aaron McElwee

Celebrate our Sun at Wheeler Farm! Join Clark Planetarium to safely view the Sun through solar telescopes and participate in fun science activities. Free Eventbrite registration required. *This program is weather permitting and can be cancelled due to poor viewing conditions.

EKO Harvest Challenge (2/2)

Aaron McElwee

Join us at Wasatch Community Gardens for an evening harvesting, cooking and eating delicious veggies!

Star Party

Aaron McElwee

Star Party, presented by Salt Lake County Library In partnership with the Salt Lake Astronomical Society Amateur astronomers of all ages are invited to learn more about the night sky and get a closer look at celestial bodies and their hidden secrets through some of Utah’s largest telescopes. You’ll see the moon, our solar system, and far-away stars and galaxies …

Star Party

Aaron McElwee

Star Party, presented by Salt Lake County Library, in partnership with the Salt Lake Astronomical Society. Amateur astronomers of all ages are invited to learn more about the night sky and get a closer look at celestial bodies and their hidden secrets through some of Utah’s largest telescopes. You’ll see the moon, our solar system, and far-away stars and galaxies …

Star Party

Aaron McElwee

Star Party, presented by Salt Lake County Library In partnership with the Salt Lake Astronomical Society Amateur astronomers of all ages are invited to learn more about the night sky and get a closer look at celestial bodies and their hidden secrets through some of Utah’s largest telescopes. You’ll see the moon, our solar system, and far-away stars and galaxies …