Pedal the Parkway – Week 2

Neil Howard

KID FRIENDLY! Join us for week 2 of our Pedal the Parkway series, we’ll bike a section of the Jordan River Trail! We will start at Spring View Farms to Galeena Preserve. Look for the Jordan River Commission tent. This Event will be in Parter with Bike Utah, who will be bringing bikes sized for kids in 4th-6th grade, and …

Jordan River Walk and Talk Series – Week 3

Neil Howard

Join us for a guided Nature Walk and Talk at the Jordan River Migratory Bird Refuge in South Jordan, led by the Utah Reclamation Mitigation and Conservation Commission, the organization that owns and manages the refuge. Discover this hidden oasis in the city, explore a beaver dam, and spot a variety of bird species along the way. Location: 651 South …

Jordan River Walk and Talk Series – Week 4

Aaron McElwee

Join us for a guided Nature Walk and Talk at Cottonwood Park. This is a great chance to get out and enjoy nature right in the city. Please join us for this fun interactive walk! This event will be run by Urban Indian Center. Come out and learn about native plants on the Jordan River! Location: Cottonwood Park to Riverside …

Pedal the Parkway – Week 4

Aaron McElwee

Join us for the final ride of our Pedal the Parkway series as we explore a section of the Jordan River Trail! We’ll kick things off with an educational talk from Nomad Alliance, then finish with a presentation on the Three Creeks Confluence Conservation Project. Meet at the Three Creeks Confluence. Bring your bike, helmet, water, sunscreen, and a love …

Soundbath Meditation at Conservation Garden Park

Aaron McElwee

Step into a serene garden sanctuary and experience the healing vibrations of a sound bath under the open sky. Surrounded by nature’s beauty, you’ll be guided into deep relaxation as crystal singing bowls, chimes, and other resonant instruments wash over you. This peaceful, meditative experience is designed to calm the nervous system, quiet the mind, and reconnect you with the …

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 Event

Aaron McElwee

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