Sept. 14 hike higlights Sand Canyon

Join San Juan Mountains Association on an amazing hike in Sand Canyon, Canyons of the Ancients National Monument on Saturday, Sept. 14. Come learn what the rocks can tell scientists about the 200 million-year span of history visible in Sand Canyon. Explore the vegetative community in Sand Canyon and find out what it shows us about the environmental conditions past and present. Finally, learn about the people who have made the Sand Canyon vicinity their home over the past 1000 years, about their lifestyle, and about how the climate, geology and vegetation were important to them.

Registration is required; space is limited. Contact SJMA to register and for more information at 970-385-1256 or email gabi@sjma.org. Sponsored by SJMA, BLM Canyons of the Ancients National Monument, BLM Tres Rios Field Office, and San Juan National Forest.

San Juan Mountains Association promotes responsible care of natural and cultural resources through education and hands-on involvement that inspires respect and reverence for our lands. To learn more about SJMA, and to become a member, visit www.sjma.org.