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Show Ar. Av v- J' ...continued. front page 8, Easter - v ,;' "w- - exit. Turn right onto Wasatch Boulevard, and then turn left at Big Cottonwood Canyon. The intersec- of death and darkness. Likewise, rabbits, known as being fertile creatures, represent the coming of spring. But Popich believes the creature doesnt have Christian roots. The Easter bunny could very well be seen as a tion is clearly signed. Proceed up Big Cottonwood Canyon (Utah Hwy 190) 14.7 miles. The Silver Lake Recreation Area is on the right side of the road just outside the Brighton Ski Resort. Parking is available on both sides of the road. The trail begins behind the Silver Lake Visitors Center. secular version of an old Pagan symbol of rebirth of life with the coming of spring, he said. While many have different religious Easter traditions, some students look forward to Easter for its mainstream traditions. I hunt for Easter eggs and find candy that my mothers still hides for me, said Carlo Melini. Others stray a little from candy. I go bar hopping, said Shannon Barnson. We call it a Bunny Crawl. Perhaps its not the straightforward meanings Easter takes on, but its complexities that makes it a springtime TuescLy, March 27, 2007 And Many More These hikes are but a sampling of the diverse and beautiful selection of trails in Salt Lake. For more information on these or other great hikes, visit one of these Web sites: vmto.localhikes.com wvrn.go- - Utah. comSalt-Lak- e- CityHiking wvm.trails.com (subscription required) f holiday many anticipate. ...continued from page 8, Trails few steep and rocky spots. How to get there: Travel north on State Street from the downtown area. Turn right at the State Capitol building onto East Capitol Drive, and follow the road around until you reach Ensign Vista Drive. Turn left and travel about two blocks. The trailhead is well marked and is on the right side of the road. Donut Falls Donut Falls, located in Big Cottonwood Canyon, is; a waterfall that passes through a hole in the rock before cascading to the ground below. It is a great place for a spring or summer picnic with friends or family. Because the falls are a popular destination, you may wanf to plan a trip on a weekday to avoid some of tire crowds. miles round The trail, which is about trip, is a fairly easy hike. How to get there: Drive nine miles up Big Cottonwood Canyon. Turn right at the sign marking the road to the. trail and drive about a mile farther. You will pass the Jordan Pines picnic area and some private property7. The trailhead is at the south end of the parking lot. one-and-a-h- . alf Silver Lake The Silver Lake hike, near the Brighton Ski Resort at the top of Big Cottonwood Canyon, offers a variety of hiking and education opportunities. The trail around Silver Lake is a boardwalk and is accessible to wheel- chairs and persons with disabilities. The boardwalk begins behind the Silver Lake Visitors Center, which provides visitor information and educational resources about the plants, animals and terrain of Silver Lake. The Silver Lake boardwalk is approximately one mile. Hikers looking for a more challenging climb can take a fork in the trail up a steep climb to Twin Lakes. Round trip to twin lakes is approximately four miles and includes a moderately difficult climb. The views are fantastic and, if youre there at the right time, you may see a variety of wildlife including moose. South (freeway will How to get there: Take become East) until you reach the 6200 South 15 15 Modeling , Acting , Extras needed or Movies. Commercials, Events. Earn Tree s&mriiu spl-8- " In-sto- re promotions, Conventions,. and oT 0XE in The Jmtyra. Sg;; C'f Cocirittact, Volume XL: Issue 14 Page 9 |