LAS VEGAS-BRYCE CANYON TRATTE INTERMEDIE Diretto : 248mi(397 km) 4h 40’ -Zion N.P Con Soste : 298mi (477Km) 31 Intera Giornata DICEMBRE Stato : Nevada-Utah

Las Vegas – Zion N.P. Visitor Center 165mi (265Km) – 2h 45’ Partenza ore 6 da Las Vegas, arrivo previsto ore 9 circa. Fermarsi al visitor center e chiedere informazioni ed il permesso (mi sembra di aver capito che ci vuole) per il sentiero 5 “Lower Emerald Pool” Inoltre informarsi del tunnel da percorrere uscendo dallo Zion N.P. verso il Bryce Canyion perché necessita di pedaggio (credo).

Visita dello Zion Canyon – 14mi (22Km) andata e ritorno Percorrere tutto il canyon dal Visitor Center fino a Temple of Sinawava Con brevi soste si dovrebbe visitare in circa 1 ora Ritornando da Temple of Sinawava ci si può fermare allo Zion Lodge dove parte il sentiero n°5 “Emerald Pools Trails”, percorrerlo come indicato sulla guida facendo la parte bassa perché quella alta è pavimentata e con l’umidità si crea il ghiaccio. Questa camminata necessita di 1 ora. Se in ritardo sulla tabella di marcia è consigliabile evitare il percorso a piedi altrimenti si rischia di perdere il tramonto sul Bryce Canyon.

NB In alternativa al sentiero 5, sempre in un ora di tempo ci si può fermare prima di arrivare al Visitor Center, a Rockville, dove rimangono veri resti di una antica cittadina del FarWest. Molto caratteristiche alcune case, la chiesa e il vecchio cimitero. (trova con google heart)

Zion N.P – Brice Canyon (Ruby’s Inn) – 83mi (133Km) – 1h 50’ Stimando la partenza dallo Zion Canyon intorno alle 11:30, l’arrivo al Ruby’s Inn è previsto per le 14:20 Fare subito il Ceck-in perché è la serata dell’ultimo dell’anno quindi c’è da prendere informazioni anche per la cena. (Vedi anche Brochure dei Ristoranti del posto) Arrivando oltre le 14:30 proseguire direttamente verso il centro visite che chiude alle 16:30.

Bryce Amphitheater – 18mi dal visitor Center Seguendo la mappa della brochure con varie soste si dovrebbe percorrere tutto in circa 1 h 30’ Quindi stimando l’inizio del tragitto alle 15 dovrebbe terminare alle 16:30 durante il tramonto, ora migliore per le fotografie. Al ritorno senza soste si impiega circa 25’ per rientrare al Ruby’s Inn

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Best Western Ruby's Inn 1000 South Highwayy – 63 Bryce BRYCE CANYON – UTAH – US 84768 Tel : 1 – 435 – 834 5341

Las Vegas – Zion N.P. 165mi (265Km) – 2h 45’

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PPlanninglanning YourYour WWinterinter VVisitisit Be prepared for a wide range of peaks in Zion Canyon by late October. reaching 60°F; nights are often in the 20s Stormy, wet days are common, but conditions that vary with elevation. Winters in Zion Canyon are mild. Storms and 30s. Winter storms can last days and warm, sunny weather may also occur. Fall days are usually clear and mild; bring rain or light snow to the canyon, cause roads to be icy. Be prepared for Precipitation peaks in March. The nights are often cold. Fall color begins but heavier snow to the higher eleva- winter driving conditions from November spring wildfl ower bloom usually starts in September in the high country and tions. Clear days can become warm, through March. Spring is unpredictable. in April.

Making The Most of Your Time What’s Inside Information and Services ...... 2 Drives Visitor Centers Winter Hiking Hiking ...... 3 The shuttle system does not operate in win- Zion Canyon Visitor Center Hikers should be fl exible and plan to turn Weather ...... 3 ter. The Zion Canyon Scenic Drive is open At the south entrance; across the river from back if trail conditions are unsafe or falling Maps & Trail to private vehicles November 3 through Springdale. Exhibits and a three-dimen- ice is a hazard. Guide ...... 4-5 April 3. The 2009 shuttle season is April 4 sional model of Zion Canyon help you Zion Canyon Centennial Events ...... 6 through early November. plan your visit and make the most of your Trails usually have patchy snow, ice, or Zion Canyon Field Zion Canyon Scenic Drive time. An animated computer simulation mud during winter and spring. Portions Institute Classes ...... 7 6 miles. Short drive along the canyon fl oor. demonstrates the geologic processes that of several trails, including Emerald Pools, Tunnel Information...... 8 Be prepared for hazardous driving condi- created Zion Canyon. Rangers are available Weeping Rock, and Riverside Walk are haz- Large Vehicle tions during and after storms. Icy spots to answer questions and issue backcountry ardous when icy and may be closed because Restrictions ...... 8 remain through the winter. permits. Books and maps. of ice falling from above. The Sand Bench Visitor Center Hours Zion-Mt. Carmel Highway Zion Human History Museum and Watchman Trails are usually snow free, December 1, 2008 – March 6, 2009 10 miles. Steep drive up switchbacks and One-half mile north of the south entrance. but muddy in spots. Trails leading to higher Zion Canyon 8 a.m. – 5 p.m. through tunnels to Checkerboard Mesa. Exhibits show how humans have infl u- elevations such as Observation Point, An- closed Dec. 25 See large vehicle limitations on page 8. Be enced, and been infl uenced by Zion. Ori- gels Landing, and Hidden Canyon are often History Museum Closed Kolob Canyons 8 a.m. – 4:30 p.m. prepared for hazardous driving conditions entation fi lm, information desk, and books. hazardous because of ice. closed Nov. 27 & during and after storms. Icy spots remain Closed December 1 through March 6. High Country Dec. 25 all winter. Orientation Film West Rim, Wildcat Canyon, and all east March 7– April 3, 2009 Kolob Terrace Road Twenty-two minute fi lm highlights the side trails are covered with up to three feet Zion Canyon 8 a.m. – 5 p.m. 14 miles. Steep uphill drive with switch- features of the park. Shown by request of snow in winter and are icy or muddy History Museum 10 a.m. – 5 p.m Kolob Canyons 8 a.m. – 4:30 p.m. backs to the high country. Not recommend- daily on the hour and half hour in the Hu- in spring. Kolob Canyons trails are snow ed for long vehicles. The road is plowed for man History Museum. Shown in the Zion covered most of the winter. Emergencies the fi rst 14 miles north of Virgin, Utah. The Canyon Visitor Center December 1 through Southwest Desert Call 911 or 435 772-3322; 24 hours a rest of the road, including Lava Point, is March 6. Chinle Trail, Coalpits, and Huber Washes day or contact a Park Ranger. closed by snow. Kolob Canyons Visitor Center off er good hiking during dry weather and Lost and Found Kolob Canyons Interstate 15 at Exit 40, 45 miles north of are the most accessible for winter hiking Items may be reported at any visitor 5 miles. Uphill scenic drive skirting the Springdale, 17 miles south of Cedar City. and backpacking. center. Kolob fi nger canyons. The road is plowed, Exhibits explain the geology, plants, and 2009 Shuttle Season but may be temporarily closed during animals of the area. Rangers are available Shuttle service begins on the Zion storms or plowing. to answer questions and issue backcountry Canyon Scenic Drive and in Springdale on April 4, 2009. permits. Books and maps. National Park Service This is Canyon Country U.S. Department of the Interior

Zion National Park Steep Cliffs Flash Floods judgement, adequate preparation, and con- Trails can be covered with snow and ice in All narrow canyons are potentially hazard- stant attention. Don’t ruin your vacation winter. Loose sand or pebbles on stone are ous. Flash fl oods, often from storms miles by having an accident. Your safety is your Superintendent very slippery. Be careful of cliff edges when away, present a real danger and can be life responsibility. Jock Whitworth using cameras or binoculars. Never throw threatening. Flash fl oods can occur at any or roll rocks; there may be hikers below. time of day or year. By entering a narrow Water Mailing Address •Stay on the trail. canyon, you are assuming a risk. The desert is dry, even in winter. Carry Zion National Park •Stay back from cliff edges. enough water for everyone in your group. Springdale, Utah 84767 •Observe posted warnings. Judgement Water is available at visitor centers, camp- •Parents-watch your children! Whether hiking, climbing, or driving, your grounds, and Zion Lodge. Do not drink Web Site safety depends on your own good untreated water. www.nps.gov/zion

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Park Service: www.usajobs.opm.gov. Anita Werderich Seasonal jobs: www.sep.nps.gov. This symbol is a warning. Falls from cliffs on these Flash fl oods occur without warning. This one was in It happened in seconds. A hiker would not survive. trails have resulted in death. North Creek, July 25 2002. Information and Services

Emergencies Entrance Fees Fires Some routes may be closed to climbing For 24-hour emergency response, call 435 All passes available at entrance stations. Fires are permitted only in the fi re pits when Peregrine Falcons are nesting. A per- 772-3322 or 911. Zion Canyon Medical Private Vehicle $25 per vehicle, good for 7 provided at campgrounds and some picnic mit is required for overnight climbs. Clinic is in Springdale, reduced winter days in Zion National Park. areas. Bring or purchase your fi rewood; hours, 772-3226. The nearest hospitals are Individual $12 per person (pedestrian, collecting wood is not permitted. Fires are Horseback Riding in St. George, Cedar City, and Kanab. bicycle, motorcycle subject to change, and not permitted in the backcountry at any Guided trips are available March through organized group), good for 7 days in Zion time; use a stove to cook. October, 435 679-8665. For private stock Accessibility National Park. use, contact a visitor center. Restrooms, visitor centers, the museum, Zion Annual Pass $50, good for one year Winter Sports and Zion Lodge are fully accessible. Several from date of purchase at Zion National Cross-country skiing and snowshoeing are Watercraft campsites are reserved for people with dis- Park only. possible in the higher elevations of Zion Watercraft designed and manufactured for abilities, and two trails are accessible. Commercial Tours Ask for rates. National Park and in nearby Cedar Breaks whitewater use are allowed by permit when Interagency Senior Pass $10 lifetime pass National Monument. For information on the water level exceeds 140 cubic feet per Pets for U.S. residents 62 or older. routes, snow conditions, weather, and second. Inner tubes are not allowed. Pets must be under physical control on a Interagency Annual Pass $80, good for safety, check at the visitor centers. Recre- leash no longer than six feet at all times. one year from date of purchase in all federal ational snowmobiling is not permitted in Food Service They are not allowed in the backcountry, fee areas. the park. Zion Lodge Dining room serves breakfast, on trails, or in public buildings. Pets may be Interagency Access Pass Free lifetime pass lunch, and dinner. Dinner reservations are walked on the Pa’rus Trail. Boarding ken- for U.S residents with permanent disability. Backpacking advised: 435 772-7760. nels are available in Rockville, Hurricane, Permits are required for all backcountry Other Food Service Restaurants are avail- Kanab, St. George, and Cedar City. Camping camping and are based on group size. 1-2 able in Springdale, Mt. Carmel Junction, Watchman and South Campgrounds people: $10, 3-6 people: $15, 7-12 people: and Kanab. Do Not Feed The Animals Near the south entrance to the park. South $20. Maximum group size is 12 people. Groceries Grocery stores are available in Wildlife are wild. Keep them that way by Campground is fi rst-come, fi rst-serve and is Permits and hiking information are avail- Springdale and Kanab. Convenience stores not feeding, touching, or getting close. open March 6, 2009 through early Novem- able at both visitor centers. See the Zion available in Mt. Carmel Junction. Feeding wildlife is illegal. Deer will kick ber. Watchman Campground is open all Backcountry Planner for more information. and have been shot as a result of becoming year, sites are fi rst-come, fi rst-serve October Lodging aggressive. Squirrels will bite and can carry 26-March 29. The fee is $16 a night or $18 Bicycling Zion Lodge Three miles north on Zion bubonic plague. Turkeys will run at people per night with electric hookups (half price Bicycles are permitted only on established Canyon Scenic Drive. Open year-round. when begging and hop on cars, scratching for holders of Golden Age/Access Passports roads and the Pa’rus Trail. Cyclists must Motel rooms, cabins, and suites available. the paint. or Senior/Access Passes). Reservations may obey traffi c laws. Bicycles are not allowed Zion Lodge has a gift shop. Reservations be made for the 2009 season (April 1–Octo- on hiking trails or off -trail. Riding through recommended: 888 297-2757, 435 772- Driving ber 24, 2009) starting January 7, 2009; 877 the Zion-Mt. Carmel tunnel is prohibited. 7700, or www.Xanterra.com. •Watch carefully for animals, especially at 444-6777 or www.recreation.gov. Bicycles must be transported through the Other Lodging Available in Springdale, dawn and dusk. Group Campsites April 1–October 24 by tunnel by motor vehicle. Rockville, Mt. Carmel Junction, Kanab, •Never stop in the road. Use established reservation to organized groups of 9-40 Cedar City, and other nearby towns. pullouts. people for $3.00 per person per night; 877 Climbing •Bicyclists and pedestrians have the right- 444-6777 or www.recreation.gov. Climbing on Zion’s sandstone requires of-way. Facilities Restrooms, drinking water, picnic appropriate hardware and technical skills. •Drive only on established roads, and park tables, fi re grates, and dump stations. Climbing information is available at visi- only in designated areas. Watch for falling Other Campgrounds Private campgrounds tor centers. Climbing and rappelling are rocks. with showers and hookups are available prohibited on the cliff s above Middle and outside the park. Lower Emerald Pools and Weeping Rock.

2 Zion Map & Guide Winter Hiking Emerald Pools Loop Trails

WINTER HIKING, EVEN SHORT WALKS, REQUIRES Zion Narrows THIS SERIES OF POOLS AND WATERFALLS a higher level. Connects to lower pool trail advance planning. Trails in the higher eleva- Narrows day-use permits are not issued may be accessed by three diff erent to form a 1.6-mile loop. Do not go near the tions will be snow covered, and canyon in the winter because of cold water, low routes. These trails, as well as a short edge. Deaths have occurred from falling trails can be icy in the winter and muddy air temperatures, and short days. You may trail to the upper pool, connect and can from the middle pools. Ice, snow, loose in the spring. Hikers should be fl exible and take a short day-hike from the end of the be combined as a loop. There is always sand, or pebbles on stone are very slippery. turn back if trail conditions are unsafe. Riverside Walk. Dry suits are essential gear a small waterfall at the lower pool. If it Upper Emerald Pool Trail Check the National Weather Service fore- for winter hikes in the Narrows. Talk to a rains, or if snow is melting, there may be Moderate, 0.5-mile from Middle Pool Trail cast posted daily in visitor centers and Zion Park Ranger for details. larger waterfalls at both the upper and one-way, 200-foot ascent. A sandy, rocky Human History Museum. Park Rangers Backpacking lower pools. The trails may be closed at trail climbs to the base of the cliff . can provide trail information. See the Zion Highcountry trails will be snow covered, times during the winter because of ice Kayenta Trail Backcountry Planner for long hikes. requiring skis or snowshoes. Trails in the on the trails or ice falling from above. Moderate, 1-mile one-way, 150-foot ascent. Permits southwest desert off er good winter hiking Lower Emerald Pool Trail Unpaved climb to a sandstone ledge, con- Permits are required for overnight back- during dry weather. Ask a Park Ranger for Easy, 0.6-mile one-way, 69-foot ascent. nects The Grotto Picnic Area to the packing trips, climbing bivouacs, all details. Permits are required for overnight Paved trail to the pool, then continues Emerald Pools. through-hikes of the Narrows and tributar- trips. behind the waterfalls that cascade from Grotto Trail ies, the Subway, Mystery Canyon, and all Be Prepared the middle pools into the lower pool. Easy, 0.5-mile one-way, level. Trail connects canyons requiring the use of rappelling or Your safety depends on your own good Middle Emerald Pools Trail Zion Lodge to The Grotto Picnic Area. Can climbing equipment. Permits are issued at judgement, adequate preparation, and con- Moderate, 1-mile one-way, 150-foot be linked with Emerald Pools and Kayenta both visitor centers beginning at 8 a.m. the stant attention. Your safety is your respon- ascent. Unpaved climb to a sandstone Trails allowing a 3-mile loop hike. day before your hike. Check www.nps.gov/ sibility. Guidebooks can be helpful, but are ledge that parallels the lower trail but at zion for Mystery Canyon and Subway not a substitute for sound judgement. lottery applications and backcountry Books and Maps reservations. Reservations are not required Topographic maps and guidebooks are but are recommended. Reservations; $5. available from the Zion Natural History Upper Permits; 1-2 people: $10, 3-6 people: $15, Association bookstores in both visitor Emerald 7-12 people: $20. centers. They may be purchased in advance Pool Trail Group Size through the mail. A catalog is available at .5mi WARNING! The maximum group size is 12 people of www.zionpark.org. See page 7 for ordering STEEP the same affi liation on the same trail or in information. CLIFFS the same drainage on the same day. Small Middle Do not swim groups are encouraged. or wade in Emerald pools. Pools Trail ye 1mi Lower Ka nta Tra il 1 Emerald mi Pool Trail .6mi

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Snow blankets Zion Canyon two or three times a year. Weather and Climate

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Temperature (°F) normal daily max 52 57 63 73 83 93 100 97 91 78 63 53 normal daily min 29 31 36 43 52 60 68 66 60 49 37 30 extreme high 71 78 86 94 102 114 115 111 110 97 83 71 extreme low -2 4 12 23 22 40 51 50 33 23 13 6 days above 90°F 0 0 0 1 8 21 30 28 18 3 0 0 days below 32°F 19 14 10 3 0 0 0 0 0 1 9 18

Precipitation (inches) normal 1.6 1.6 1.7 1.3 0.7 0.6 0.8 1.6 0.8 1.0 1.2 1.5 maximum 7.5 6.7 7.1 4.4 3.0 4.0 3.6 4.8 6.7 3.3 3.2 4.3 max 24 hour 1.6 1.3 0.9 1.2 1.8 2.2 1.1 1.6 1.4 1.3 1.3 2.0 maximum snowfall 26 18 14 3 T 0 0 0 T 1 5 21 days w/precipitation 7 7 8 6 5 3 5 6 4 4 5 6 no. thunderstorms 0 0 0 0 1 4 5 14 15 5 2 0

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4 Zion Map & Guide Zion Canyon Trail Guide

Winter Hiking Hikers should be fl exible and turn back if trail conditions are unsafe. Trails can be snow THE NARROWS covered and icy. Stay on established trails and watch your footing, especially near drop-off s. Riverside Walk Always stay back from edges. Watch children closely. Ice, snow, loose sand, or pebbles on 4 stone are very slippery. Be careful of edges when using cameras or binoculars. Never throw Temple of Sinawava or roll rocks; there may be hikers below.

W e E st as R t R Trail & Trailhead Round Trip Ascent Description Map im im T T rail (mi/km) (avg.time) (ft/m) Location ra 10 Observation il Point Zion Canyon Scout Weeping Pa’rus Trail 3.5/5.6 1-1/2 hrs. 50/15 Easy Paved trail follows Virgin River from Walters Lookout Wiggles Big Rock Zion Canyon South Campground to Canyon Junction. Bend 2 Visitor Center 1 Cable Mountain Weeping Rock 0.5/0.8 1/2 hour 98/30 Short but steep Minor drop-offs. Paved 9 Weeping Rock trail ends at alcove with dripping springs. Angels 8 Hidden Trailside exhibits. May be icy, closures pos- Landing Canyon C able Trail Mou sible. nta in T 2 Emerald Pools Trails detail page 3 H ra I il D D E Archeology Trail 0.4/0.6 1/2 hour 80/24 Short but steep Trail climbs a small hill N

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Kolob Canyons North Timber Creek 1.0/1.6 1/2 hour 100/30 Moderate Follows ridge top to small peak 0 0.5 Kilometer Overlook with views of Timber Creek, Kolob Terrace 0 0.5 Mile Kolob Canyons and Pine Valley Mountains. Commonly picnic area snow covered. 12 SPRINGDALE Visitor Information Taylor Creek 5.0/8.0 4 hours 450/ Moderate No drop-offs. Follows Middle Paved road open to Ranger station private vehicles 2 mi. east of 137 Fork of Taylor Creek past two homestead Overlook/parking Drinking water Kolob Canyons cabins to Double Arch Alcove. Commonly Visitor Center snow covered. 1.1mi Road distance and Restrooms 13 1.8km indicator Hiking trail Campground Kolob Arch 14/22.5 8 hours 699/ Strenuous No drop-offs. Follows Timber 9 Lee Pass 213 and LaVerkin Creeks and ends at Kolob 1 Trails shown on Picnic area Arch. Commonly snow covered. Trail Guide at right 14 Wheelchair-accessible To 15 , Kolob Canyons, St George, and Las Vegas Amphitheater Zion Map & Guide 5 A Century of Sanctuary 1909-2009

Top left Camp Center cafeteria and cabins (now the Nature Center) staff, 1950s. Lower left Interpretive Ranger staff, 2007.

Top center Original Zion Museum at The Grotto (hand-colored glass slide), 1928. Lower center Hikers at Emerald Pools Trailhead, 1958.

Top right Map of Zion Canyon from 1948 park bro- chure. Lower right Ranger at Park Headquarters (at Canyon Junction), 1925.

ZION NATIONAL PARK CELEBRATES 100 YEARS ON JULY 31, 2009. EVENTS AND PROGRAMS WILL Springdale Folk Life Festival Tunnel Walk commemorate this milestone for Utah’s most visited national park. The centen- Debut of Red Rock Rondo, Zion Through the 1.1 mile-long Zion–Mt. nial recognizes the park’s initial establishment as Mukuntuweap National Monu- PBS TV Special, Canyon Community Carmel Tunnel, August 26. Advanced ment in 1909 and Congressional designation as Zion National Park in 1919. Center, Springdale, Utah, May 9 registration.

A Century of Sanctuary SUU Art & Design Faculty Exhibition Zion: The Integration of Art and Historic Photos of Zion Juried Art Exhibition Braithwaite Fine Art Gallery, Southern Science Iron Mission State Park, Cedar City, Historic and contemporary paintings Utah Univeristy, Cedar City, Utah Arts and Sciences Student & Faculty Utah, September 1-October 9 St. George Museum of Art, St George, Feb. 5-March 14 Braithwaite Fine Art Gallery, Southern Utah, August 25, 2008–January 24, 2009 Utah University, Cedar City, Utah, Centennial Fundraiser Dinner Zion: A Creative Response May-June; Salt Lake City Offi ce of The Grotto, Zion National Park Historical Lecture Series Art Exhibition Tourism, July-August September 19 Canyon Community Center, Springdale, Southern Utah University student and Utah, except where noted. faculty work, Zion Human History Children’s Vision of Zion & Employee Reunion • The Artists of Zion: Personal Museum, March 20–April 20 Springdale Photo Exhibit Canyon Community Center, Springdale, Reminiscences: J.L. Crawford, St. George Canyon Community Center, Springdale, Utah, October 16–18 Art Museum, St. George, Utah Zion Centennial Celebration Utah, June 23-August 3 December 16, 2008, 7 pm Juried Photo Exhibition Utah Zion Centennial License Plate • Romance of the Old Spanish Trail: Paul Utah photographers, Canyon 100th Anniversary Ceremony Avalable at all Utah Department of Ostapuk , January 10, 7:30 pm Community Center, Springdale, Utah The Grotto Historic Building, Zion Motor Vehicles Offi ces. • Saving Boys, Developing Men, and March 31-May 11 National Park, July 31 Enhancing a Park: The Civilian For more information visit www.nps. Conservation Corps at Zion National Special Ranger-led Programs Post Offi ce Stamp Cancellation gov/zion or contact Karen Mayne, Park, Utah: Dr. Wayne Hinton Zion National Park, April–October Zion Canyon Visitor Center & Kolob Centennial Program Coordinator; February 6, 7:30 pm Canyons Visitor Center, July 31 [email protected]; 435 772-0210. Zion Canyon Centennial Fun Run SUU Art & Design Student Exhibition 10Ks of fun on the Zion Canyon Scenic A Century of Cinema Braithwaite Fine Art Gallery, Southern Drive, April 18. Advanced registration. Hollywood Comes to Zion Utah Univeristy, Cedar City, Utah, Movies fi lmed in Zion National Park Top left and lower center: Sherratte Library Collection, January 8-31 Thursdays, starting August 13 Southern Utah University 6 Zion Map & Guide ZZionion CCanyonanyon FFieldield IInstitutenstitute OOutdoorutdoor LLearningearning AAdventuresdventures

Educational Adventures in Zion All classes include hiking which ranges Service Projects stop by the Zion Canyon Visitor Center. Imagine hiking with a wildlife biologist to from moderate to strenuous. Most classes Participants have the opportunity to get a Call us for a free catalog of workshops at watch bighorn sheep on the East side of also include an indoor component such as a “backstage” view of Zion, to learn inten- 435 772-3264 or 800 635-3959. Fees range Zion National Park. Capture the photo- lecture, slide presentation, demonstration, sively about a single subject, and to be part from $25-$80 per day. graph of a lifetime when a rainbow appears or examination of specimens. of a project that benefi ts Zion National against the West Temple. Find the tracks of Park. Private Workshops ringtails and wild turkeys in the fi ne sands December Our “Explore Zion” program provides of a dry wash. Marvel at a scorpion visible 4 Thursday Trek To Enroll private workshops for your small group or in the dark under the beam of an ultraviolet 12–13 Winter Photography Visit our website at www.zionpark.org or family scheduled at your convenience. light. View a bat up close during a mist-net February study. Discover and map an unrecorded 7 Native Plant Seed Propagation archaeological site. March Zion Natural History Association 18 Wednesday Wildlife Walk Springdale, Utah 84767 435 772-3264 fax 435 772-3908 www.zionpark.org These are experiences that Zion Canyon 19 Thursday Trek Field Institute (ZCFI) participants enjoy April The Zion Natural History Association is a non-profi t organization established in 1931 during their workshops. The Field Institute 3 –4 Lytle Preserve to support education, research, publications, and other programs for the benefi t of Zion educates and inspires visitors about the 10 Zion’s Low Desert National Park, Cedar Breaks National Monument, and Pipe Spring National Monument. greater Zion National Park ecosystem and Wildfl owers Financial support by ZNHA members combine with sales from our bookstores to provide environment. ZCFI is the educational divi- 11 Zion Geology parks with approximately $300,000 in aid annually. Join us as a member of ZNHA today sion of the non-profi t Zion Natural History 15 Wednesday Wildlife Walk and receive a 20% discount on Field Institute workshops and on purchases at ZNHA Association, publisher and seller of books 16–17 Zion Through the Lens bookstores. Order books by phone at 800 635-3959 or our website: www.zionpark.org. on Zion National Park and related subjects 18 Earth Day Festival Find hundreds of books, posters, t-shirts, and other Zion items at our website. for over 70 years. The Field Institute spon- 18 Watercolor Journaling sors 1, 2, and 3-day outdoor workshops 18 Native Plants & Xeriscaping Zion Trip Planning Package with expert and engaging instructors, 23 Thursday Trek Plan your vacation to Zion National Park with our hand-selected publications. Includes and challenging itineraries that immerse 25 Mojave Wildfl owers the books: Zion, Sanctuary in the Desert; Zion Shuttle Guide; Falcon Guide; Hiking Zion and participants in the park and stimulate in- May Bryce Canyon; Introduction to the Geology of Zion National Park; and a Zion topographic vestigation of its many natural and cultural 3 Life Zones: Mojave to Zion map ($35.29 value). Only $25.95 (All books are also available for individual purchase.) resources. These workshops take place 8 Energy Alternatives: Solar at and around Zion National Park, Cedar Power in Zion and Beyond Zion National Park Orientation Video/DVD Breaks National Monument, and Pipe 10 Edible Plants Enjoy the offi cial National Park Service orientation video to Zion in your own living- Spring National Monument. 14 Wednesday Wildlife Walk room. Learn about plants, animals, geology, park history, and what to see and do in Zion. 15 Thursday Trek 23 minutes, color. VHS $9.95, DVD (plays worldwide, English subtitles) $14.95 We are called a Field Institute because our 16 Wildfl owers of Kolob Canyons primary classrooms and lecture halls are 17 Watercolor Journaling Maps of Zion the vast canyons and formations of magnifi - 19 Geology: Kolob Canyons From topo maps, to geologic maps, to maps on CD-Rom; call us for details on which map cent Zion National Park. and Beyond will fi t your needs. 23 Basic Plant Identifi cation 31 Zion Narrows Service Project

Create a Lasting Relationship With Zion National Park Become a member of ZNHA and enjoy benefi ts for yourself today while you help Zion to- morrow. ZNHA supports the Junior Ranger program, publishes books on Zion, contributes to park interpretive programs, and provides free visitor information about the park. Every year we provide thousands of dollars of aid to the National Park Service. Sojourns Individual $45 Sojourns Family $60 Contributor $100 Advocate $250 Lifetime $500 As a member you receive 20% discount on books and workshops, reciprocal discounts at participating assocoations, quarterly newsletter, and special premiums. Most importantly, your membership helps ensure future educational and research activities in Zion. Name ______Address ______City ______State _____ Zip ______Make checks payable to ZNHA. Mail to: Zion Natural History Association, Zion National Park,

Studying a bat caught in a mist net. Bat Biology and Desert bighorn sheep. Springdale, Utah 84767. We also accept credit cards. Call 800 635-3959 for details. Conservation. Zion Map & Guide 7 Tunnel Information & Large Vehicle Restrictions

Tunnel Limitations During the winter season, escorts must be arranged at the Large Vehicle Parking The Zion - Mt. Carmel Tunnel is between the East Entrance and entrance stations, Zion Canyon Visitor Center, Zion Human His- The Weeping Rock parking area has a small Zion Canyon. It was built in the 1920s when cars were small and tory Museum, Zion Lodge, or by phoning 435 772-3256. From turnaround space. The Temple of Sinawava few in number. November through mid-March, escorts may be scheduled between can have heavy traffi c congestion on busy 8 a.m. and 4:30 p.m. daily. weekends and holidays throughout the Vehicle Size winter. Buses with a capacity of 16 or more Vehicles sized 7’10” in width or 11’4” in height, or larger, are You will not be following an escort vehicle through the tunnel. passengers may park at Checkerboard Mesa required to have an “escort” (traffi c control) through the Zion-Mt. Rangers will stop oncoming traffi c and when the tunnel is clear, you but may not park between Checkerboard Carmel Tunnel. Vehicles this size are too large to stay in their lane will drive down the middle of the road. We apologize for the delays Mesa and the Zion-Mt. Carmel Tunnel. while traveling through the tunnel. Nearly all RVs, buses, trailers, that many visitors will encounter because of this safety precaution. dual-wheel pickups, 5th wheels, campers, and boats will require Weeping Rock an escort. Prohibited Vehicles Vehicles longer than 19 feet may not park at •Vehicles over 13’1” tall •Semi-trucks •Commercial vehicles Weeping Rock at any time. Arranging An Escort •Vehicles carrying hazardous materials •Vehicles weighing more Visitors requiring an escort must pay a $15 fee in addition to the than 50,000 lbs •Single vehicles over 45’ long •Combined Temple of Sinawava entrance fee. Pay this fee at either park entrance before proceeding vehicles over 50’ long •Bicycles and pedestrians Vehicles longer than 19 feet may park in the to the tunnel. The fee is good for two trips through the tunnel for designated parallel spaces and in front of the same vehicle during a 7-day period. the shade structure.

The tunnel was built for cars like this 1930s model. Some modern vehicles require the whole tunnel to themselves. Please park in designated sites and not on the side of the road, as shown here.

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Printing made possible by the Zion Natural History Association. 7’10” Printed with 2.4m If your vehicle is 11’4” (3.4m) tall or taller or 7’10” SOY INK (2.4m) wide or wider, including mirrors, awnings, Printed on recycled paper. Please recycle again. and jacks, you will need a tunnel escort. 11-2008 5 4 3 2 1 8 Zion Map & Guide Zion N.P. – Bryce Canyon 83mi (133Km) – 1h 50’

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