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Show JuntY PANGUITCH • PANGUITCH LAKE • HATCH • BRYCE • TROPIC • ANTIMONY • HENRIEVILLE • CANNONVILLE • ESCALANTE • BOULDER Thursday, July 21, 2011 • Issue # 332 SUMMER MONSOON CAUSES DAMAGE TO FOREST ROAD SYSTEM ESCALANTE, UTAH — In the past week, heavy monsoonal rains have caused flooding and damaged roads across the Dixie National Forest in southern Utah. "The summer monsoon season brings changes to the landscape every year," said Terry Delay, Escalante District Ranger. "Sometimes the flooding associated with the monsoon causes damages to the forest road system. It is important that our visitors be aware of the potential for roads to be closed after large storm events." Many roads and trails have been washed out and damaged. Areas on the east side of the forest near Panguitch and Escalante have been the hardest hit. Specifically, a culvert at Sand Creek on the Hell's Backbone Road washed out. The road is closed and crews are working hard to get it open. It is expected to be open at the end of next week. Other roads impacted by the storm have been reopened, but visitors to the forest are advised to use precaution and let someone know where you are going and when you will return because roads and weather conditions can change very rapidly during this season. The Dixie National Forest encourages any visitors to the area to call or stop by the Powell Ranger District in Panguitch at (435) 676-9300 or the Escalante Ranger District at (435) 826-5400 to get up-to-date road and trail information. During the weekend, the Red Canyon Visitors Cen- ter — located at the mouth of Red Canyon on Highway 12 — is another good source for up-to-date road and trail conditions. Additionally, it is wise for visitors to stay on main roads and not to travel into unfamiliar areas without checking on conditions. Forest crews are working to place signs alerting visitors about road and trail conditions; however, due to the large area and severity of damages it is still best to check with the local Forest Service office before venturing off the main roads. As the monsoonal weather system continues, there may be additional flooding events. "Most years the Dixie National Forest gets large rain events this time of year," said Rob MacWhorter, Dixie National Forest Supervisor. "These Cannonville Town Park : August 5, 6, 8& 7, 2011 monsoonal rains create major flash flood dangers. Visitors to the forest and surrounding deserts should be `flood aware' and check road/ trail conditions Featuring Poetry as well as forecasted weather." For more information on road/trail conditions, contact the local district office or the Dixie Friday : August 5 : Ticketed Events National Forest 8:00 pm Brenn Hill with Doug Keller and Kenny Hall Tickets: $15 at gate "Singer-songwriter Brenn Hill has put a fresh spin on traditional Western music. His honest Supervisors Oflyrics speak of contemporary ranch and rodeo life, as well as his unwavering devotion to fice at (435) 865horses and the West." —Western Horseman Tickets: Dinner and Show $26 advance, $30 at gate 6:30 pm Chuck Wagon Dinner 3700. Forecast weather conSaturday : August 6 : Free Events 3 pm: Poetry Workshop 5:30 pm: Horseshoe Tournament 8 pm: Take Your Turn ditions can be found at The NaSunday : August 7 : Free Events 9 am: Cowboy Church Service 10 am: Farewell Songs with Kenny Hall tional Weather Service webpage » Advance tickets available at area businesses. For more information: 435-679-8987 « http://www.nws. noaa.gov/. • COME CELEBRATE BRYCE CANYON'S 2nd GEOLOGY FESTIVAL On July 28-30, 2011, Bryce Canyon National Park will be celebrating its most stunning resource, the geology. Known for its colorful and oddly shaped rock spires called "hoodoos," the area was established as a national park in 1928. Each year over a million visitors from all over the world come to the park to marvel at its beautiful scenery and delicate formations, unique on planet earth. The Geology Festival will offer daily ranger+guided walks and talks in the canyon and on the rim, children's activities on geology, guided bus tours through the park, illustrated programs, geology and fossil tables and anexhibit of "Hoodoos Around the World." Featured speakers include: • Dr. Alan Titus is the paleontologist for the Grand Staircase Escalante National Monument. He studied at University of Nevada, Las Vegas, University of Arkansas, and Washington State University. He has been involved in uncovering new species of dinosaur fossils in the monument. • Dr. Jeff Eaton is a professor of paleontology in Weber State University in northern Utah. He spends his summers in the Bryce Canyon area and is currently researching small mammal fossils. The recently discovered Diabloceratops THURSDAY MOSTLY SUNNY -- HIGH: 84 LOW: 50 "WIMImm•■•••- - The 2011 Garfield County Fair is August 17th-20th! This year's Fair will be held at the Triple C Arena with a Carnival, Great Entertainment, Talent Show Ping Pong Ball Drop, Fish Grab for the Kids, Horse Fun Day, Livestock and Small Animal shows along with Many more Fun Fair events and activities. Its only 4 weeks away, so get your entries ready. See you at the Fair ! Watch the paper for more information on Garfield County Fair events or check the website at http:// garfield.utah.gov FRIDAY SUNNY HIGH: 83 LOW: 48 SATURDAY SUNNY O SUNNY HIGH: 82 LOW: 49 SUNDAY HIGH: 83 LOW: 52 MONDAY.* MOSTLY SUNNY HIGH: 83 LOW: 53 TUESDAY MOSTLY SUNNY HIGH: 82 LOW: 53 WEDNESDAY MOSTLY SUNNY HIGH: 81 LOW: 54 ih- Member of: ,r Utah Press * * * ** IFPA. * * * * * INDEPENDENT FREE PAPERS OF AMERICA afcp7.1 111■ 1 Vedl1U•"t11 4111M11 1•44111% G EOLOGY FESTIVAL Join us as we celebrate the beautiful and bizarre rock formations of Bryce Canyon! eatoni has been named after him. • Dr. Dave Gillette holds an endowed chair position at the Museum of Northern Arizona and is the former Utah State Paleontologist. He is responsible for some of the most significant paleontological discoveries in the Grand Staircase includingTherizinosaur, the Sickle Claw Dinosaur. • Wayne Ranney is a geologic interpreter and author, has served as a backcountry ranger in the Grand Canyon and has traveled over the world as a renowned speaker. He is an adjunct faculty member at Yavapai College in Sedona and has authored Ancient Landscapes of the Colorado Plateau, Carving Grand Canyon and Sedona Through Time. To view the schedule of festival activities, click on: hap ://www.np s. gov/brca. 4th of July Celebration! e Canyon WirEgT7 I3 00 Fireworks kg auaro 7FRL.9 ONLY ONE MONTH AWAY BA,. RY E, 28C-3A 0 2(11 )1 4:1") N. 9)—_ a urday, July 23rd Fireworks-After Dark Jack Pot Rodeo-7p.m. Bull Riding $100 Entrie Fee• Bareback, Saddle Bronc, & Barrel Racing-$50 Team Roping -$25 per-person • Calf Riding & Mutton Busting $5 • Keg Race - $25.00 To Sign Up Call - 1-435-834-5358 • Entries Due July 20th Come Join Us The 24 of July Weekend At The Ebenezer's Barn & Grill As We Celebrate Our Pioneer Heritage. 25% OFF (Local Discount) Doors Open At 7:00 p.m. H W Y 63 BRYCE CANYON CITY, UTAH 84764 CLOSEST ACCOMMODATION TO THE ENTRANCE TO BRYCE CANYON NATIONAL The statistics on sanity are that one out of every four Americans is suffering from some form of mental illness. Think of your three best friends. If they're okay, then it you. Rita Mae Brown THE GARFIELD COUNTY INSIDER is owned and operated by Snapshot Multimedia and is distributed weekly to all of Garfield County. Its purpose is to inform residents about local issues and events. 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