What is Explore the Great Outdoors (EGO)? The Explore the Great Outdoors - Part 1 is required to take students/groups on all trails at Red Rock Canyon NCA.
Explore the Great Outdoors is a workshop designed for educators and children's group leaders to familiarize them with Red Rock Canyon NCA facilities, group logistics and present information about the natural and cultural history of Red Rock Canyon NCA and the Mohave Desert.
Generally the workshop is eight hours in length. Specialized Professional Development Workshops for Clark Country teachers which last 8 hours are also offered at separate workshops.
Participants receive a workbook, posters and special information about the area. There is a guided tour of the visitor center and a popular trail. Hands-on involvement and sharing is highly encouraged.
Dates and prices of each program.
Part 1: April 5, 2008 or April 19 (8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.)
This class is $35.00 for 1/2 PDE credit (Register with CSSD-PDE). $10.00 for non-PDE credit, payable to Red Rock Canyon, Attn: EGO.
Part 2: May 3, 2008 This class is $35.00 for 1/2 PDE credit (Register with CSSD-PDE). $10.00 for non-PDE credit, payable to Red Rock Canyon, Attn: EGO.
Who can attend?
Teachers, Scout leaders, park and recreation staff, commercial tour leaders, docents and those interested in leading groups on informational educational hikes or programs are all welcome to attend. Those with special needs can be accommodated with advanced notice.
History:
This program was developed to meet the needs due to the explosive growth of the Las Vegas Valley School programs. The "EGO" Workshop provides; updated resource information to teachers, provides natural and cultural history information to teachers who are new to the area and imparts a sense of ownership in teachers thereby increasing the protection of the resources.
The Bureau of Land Management, Friends of Red Rock Canyon Environmental Education Committee, Red Rock Canyon Interpretive Association and other interested teachers and volunteers contributed their time and expertise to the production of a companion guide to the Mohave Desert Discovery Guide, specifically for Red Rock Canyon NCA. Activities were coded to the Clark Country School District C.E.F. 2005/06.
The Friends of Red Rock Canyon Environmental Education Committee currently sponsors and supports the workshop by providing funds for instructors, supplies and volunteers which assist in presenting and organizing the workshops.
Explore the Great Outdoors Application
Explore the Great Outdoors Handouts
Fee Waivers |
The fee for the scenic drive will be waived for school groups from accredited K through 13 educational institutions visiting Red Rock Canyon National Conservation Area as part of their curriculum based assignment. Please call in advance to make reservations for your visit. You may be requested to provide a course outline. Clubs and groups not receiving credit for their visits are not eligible for fee waivers. This includes scout groups and non-profit organizations. See permits for other groups.
Groups performing official service as volunteers may have fees waived for the time of their service. Please contact the Volunteer Coordinator for more information. University, trade schools, and other post-secondary institutions must contact the Outdoor Recreation Planning staff to see if they are eligible for fee waivers 14 days prior to their arrival. Call (702) 515-5538. |
Contact Friends of Red Rock Canyon EE Committee HCR 33, Box 5500 Las Vegas, NV, 89124
Phone: (702) 515-5350 Fax: (702) 363-6779
Applications accepted until 5 days prior. Call 515-5357 for applications. Fax 363-6779.
These classes will be held at the Red Rock Canyon Visitors Center. PDE credit participants must also sign up with the PDE office.
Participants should bring a sack lunch, dress for weather and be ready to hike 1-3 miles over rough trail during both workshops. Workshops begin at the Red Rock Canyon Visitor Center.
Participants will be eligible to apply for future transportation scholarships through Friends of Red Rock Canyon. Scholarship applications are accepted:
Fall from June 1 through September 2 with notification the week of September 9.
Spring/Summer from September 15 to November 4 with notification the week of November 6.
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