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Truck Traffic Alert 

Help Us Protect Red Rock Canyon!  For more than twenty years, Save Red Rock has been a devoted steward of recreational safety in and around Red Rock Canyon NCA. Over the past several months, our advocates have noticed a concerning uptick in commercial truck traffic along Scenic Byway SR-159, which can put hikers and bikers at risk. Have you…

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From Our Founder

Save Red Rock is committed to preserving the sanctity of Public Lands, and of holding development to rural standards that take into account the environmental sensitivity of this space.

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A Letter From Our Founder

Today was a bittersweet day.  We are heartbroken that a developer has chosen to go against public opinion, take $80 million of taxpayers’ money, and move forward with plans for 3500 homes and commercial businesses in Red Rock Canyon.  While we are heartbroken, we are not discouraged. 

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Press Release – LOVELL CANYON CLEAN UP

Hosted by Save Red Rock and presented by the Brett Torino Foundation with support from Centennial Subaru and Whole Foods Market, the event is expected to draw over 150 local volunteers to beautify the area and honor Mother Nature.

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SAVE RED ROCK PARTNERS WITH DRI TO “MAKE IT RAIN” IN RED ROCK CANYON 

Las Vegas, NV (Sept. 1, 2022) — Save Red Rock is partnering with DRI to fund a cloud seeding program which will augment precipitation in the Spring Mountains, helping to replenish the aquifers within the Red Rock Canyon National Conservation Area. The partnership is working to alleviate some of the devastating effects of drought by stimulating additional snowfall in the winter and rainfall in the summer from naturally-occurring storm clouds…

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SAVE RED ROCK ANNOUNCES PUBLIC COMMENT PERIOD FOR RED ROCK LEGACY TRAIL, PHASE ONE APRIL 7 – MAY 9, 2022 

A virtual public meeting will also be held via Zoom, Thursday, April 14, at 6 p.m. regarding the multi-use separate from the road paved path.  Media Contacts: Stephanie Forté, 702.596.9866 [email protected] Heather Fisher, 702.274.0116, [email protected] LAS VEGAS (APRIL 13, 2022) Since 2005, Save Red Rock has worked to safeguard outdoor recreation in the Red Rock…

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PUBLIC OPPOSITION TO SB 183 VOICED DURING SENATE COMMITTEE HEARING INCLUDING CYCLING ADVOCACY GROUPS AND SURVIVORS OF THE DECEMBER 10 TRAGEDY

LAS VEGAS (March 18, 2021) –During the Senate Committee hearing on Wednesday, March 17, cycling advocacy organizations and Nevada residents came out in strong opposition to Senator Hardy’s SB 183. The bill proposal places restrictions on cyclists, including prohibiting persons from riding bicycles, electric bicycles, and electric scooters on a roadway where the speed limit…

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Could A Traffic Tragedy Lead To Safer Roads For Cyclists?

On December 10, the driver of a box truck, who was later shown to have methamphetamine in his system, plowed into a group of bicyclists on their annual, 130-mile trek from Las Vegas to Nipton, California, and back. Five of the cyclists were killed, and two others were injured, along with the driver of a safety…

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We’re so grateful to @ClimbRefuge for their support in helping protect Red Rock Canyon!
♻️ Refuge is an official drop-off location for our World Recycling Day Fun Drive! Donate gently used clothing, textiles, and shoes to reduce waste and support conservation efforts.

📍 Drop off at: 6283 S. Valley View Blvd, Las Vegas, NV

To everyone who continues to support Save Red Rock—thank you! Want to do more? Become a Save Red Rock Ambassador today—just visit our website!

💬 Tag us in your photos and share your favorite Red Rock moments! 📸✨

#SaveRedRock #ThankYouRefuge #LasVegasClimbing #ProtectRedRock #VegasOutdoorCommunity #NevadaPublicLands #SustainableVegas #RefugeClimbing #VegasClimbing

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We’re so grateful to @ClimbRefuge for their support in helping protect Red Rock Canyon! ♻️ Refuge is an official drop-off location for our World Recycling Day Fun Drive! Donate gently used clothing, textiles, and shoes to reduce waste and support conservation efforts. 📍 Drop off at: 6283 S. Valley View Blvd, Las Vegas, NV To everyone who continues to support Save Red Rock—thank you! Want to do more? Become a Save Red Rock Ambassador today—just visit our website! 💬 Tag us in your photos and share your favorite Red Rock moments! 📸✨ #SaveRedRock #ThankYouRefuge #LasVegasClimbing #ProtectRedRock #VegasOutdoorCommunity #NevadaPublicLands #SustainableVegas #RefugeClimbing #VegasClimbing

This #WomensHistoryMonth, we’re shining a light on Bonnie Bryan, a true protector of Nevada’s natural beauty. Bonnie was a driving force in the fight to safeguard Red Rock Canyon, helping to secure its designation as a National Conservation Area so future generations could experience its magic.

Thanks to her passion and dedication, Red Rock remains a place where we can all hike, climb, and connect with nature. Her legacy is a reminder that one person’s voice can make a huge impact.

Here’s to the women, past and present, who stand up for our wild places. 💜🌄

#SaveRedRock #WomensHistoryMonth #ThankYouBonnie #ProtectWhatYouLove

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This #WomensHistoryMonth, we’re shining a light on Bonnie Bryan, a true protector of Nevada’s natural beauty. Bonnie was a driving force in the fight to safeguard Red Rock Canyon, helping to secure its designation as a National Conservation Area so future generations could experience its magic. Thanks to her passion and dedication, Red Rock remains a place where we can all hike, climb, and connect with nature. Her legacy is a reminder that one person’s voice can make a huge impact. Here’s to the women, past and present, who stand up for our wild places. 💜🌄 #SaveRedRock #WomensHistoryMonth #ThankYouBonnie #ProtectWhatYouLove

From Protecting the Land to Protecting the Skies… We Need You! 🌌✨

Save Red Rock has fought to protect Red Rock Canyon—now we’re setting our sights even higher! 🚀 We’ve teamed up with BLM to get Red Rock designated as an Urban Night Sky Place, keeping our desert skies dark and starry.

But we need your help! We’re raising $7,000 for an in-house telescope and educational events to spread the word about night sky conservation.

Chip in and help us keep the stars shining bright! ✨ Donate now—link in bio! #SaveRedRock #DarkSkySquad #StarrySkiesForever

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From Protecting the Land to Protecting the Skies… We Need You! 🌌✨ Save Red Rock has fought to protect Red Rock Canyon—now we’re setting our sights even higher! 🚀 We’ve teamed up with BLM to get Red Rock designated as an Urban Night Sky Place, keeping our desert skies dark and starry. But we need your help! We’re raising $7,000 for an in-house telescope and educational events to spread the word about night sky conservation. Chip in and help us keep the stars shining bright! ✨ Donate now—link in bio! #SaveRedRock #DarkSkySquad #StarrySkiesForever

Clean out your closets this Spring and donate your gently used clothing, textiles, shoes, and more to our FUNDrive, in honor of World Recycling Day! 👕👟 Every item you give helps support our mission to protect and preserve Red Rock Canyon.

How It Works:
Drop off your donations *now through May 15* at Refuge Climbing Gym or Las Vegas Cyclery!
📍 Refuge Climbing Gym: 6283 S Valley View Blvd, Suite C, Las Vegas, NV 89118
📍 Las Vegas Cyclery: 10575 Discovery Dr, Las Vegas, NV 89135
We`ll collect and deliver the donated items to Savers FUNDrive, where they’ll be converted into cash for conservation our efforts!
You`ll help reduce waste while supporting the mission of Save Red Rock!

The more you give, the more we earn! 🙌 Let’s come together to protect the land we love.

📢 Spread the word! Tag your friends and encourage them to donate!
@climbrefuge @lasvegascyclery
#WorldRecyclingDay #SaveRedRock #SustainableVegas #ProtectRedRock #RecyclingForACause #LasVegasConservation #KeepRedRockWild

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Clean out your closets this Spring and donate your gently used clothing, textiles, shoes, and more to our FUNDrive, in honor of World Recycling Day! 👕👟 Every item you give helps support our mission to protect and preserve Red Rock Canyon. How It Works: Drop off your donations *now through May 15* at Refuge Climbing Gym or Las Vegas Cyclery! 📍 Refuge Climbing Gym: 6283 S Valley View Blvd, Suite C, Las Vegas, NV 89118 📍 Las Vegas Cyclery: 10575 Discovery Dr, Las Vegas, NV 89135 We'll collect and deliver the donated items to Savers FUNDrive, where they’ll be converted into cash for conservation our efforts! You'll help reduce waste while supporting the mission of Save Red Rock! The more you give, the more we earn! 🙌 Let’s come together to protect the land we love. 📢 Spread the word! Tag your friends and encourage them to donate! @climbrefuge @lasvegascyclery #WorldRecyclingDay #SaveRedRock #SustainableVegas #ProtectRedRock #RecyclingForACause #LasVegasConservation #KeepRedRockWild

Good to see water here today!

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Good to see water here today!

Petroglyph Sighting! 😍
These markings tell the stories of the past and connect us to the land’s deep history.

If you see damaged or defaced petroglyphs, notify the Bureau of Land Management (BLM) or park rangers.

By respecting these sacred sites, we help preserve history for future generations to appreciate.

🌄💛 Have you spotted any petroglyphs in Red Rock? Drop a photo in the comments! 👇📸

#SaveRedRock
#ProtectPetroglyphs #RedRockHistory #RespectTheLand #KeepRedRockWild #CulturalHeritage #LeaveNoTrace

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Petroglyph Sighting! 😍 These markings tell the stories of the past and connect us to the land’s deep history. If you see damaged or defaced petroglyphs, notify the Bureau of Land Management (BLM) or park rangers. By respecting these sacred sites, we help preserve history for future generations to appreciate. 🌄💛 Have you spotted any petroglyphs in Red Rock? Drop a photo in the comments! 👇📸 #SaveRedRock #ProtectPetroglyphs #RedRockHistory #RespectTheLand #KeepRedRockWild #CulturalHeritage #LeaveNoTrace

🚛 Truck Traffic Alert – Help Us Keep Red Rock Safe! 🚨

Have you seen trucks driving on Scenic Byway 159? We’re working to alert the proper enforcement agencies and protect Red Rock Canyon from unsafe and unauthorized truck traffic.

📢 If you spot a truck on this road, report it! Fill out our form and help us keep Red Rock safe for cyclists, hikers, and all who love this special place.

🔗 Report a Truck Sighting - Link In Bio

Together, we can preserve the safety of Red Rock Canyon! #SaveRedRock #ProtectPublicLands #KeepRedRockSafe

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🚛 Truck Traffic Alert – Help Us Keep Red Rock Safe! 🚨 Have you seen trucks driving on Scenic Byway 159? We’re working to alert the proper enforcement agencies and protect Red Rock Canyon from unsafe and unauthorized truck traffic. 📢 If you spot a truck on this road, report it! Fill out our form and help us keep Red Rock safe for cyclists, hikers, and all who love this special place. 🔗 Report a Truck Sighting - Link In Bio Together, we can preserve the safety of Red Rock Canyon! #SaveRedRock #ProtectPublicLands #KeepRedRockSafe

A huge thank you to the amazing team at Refuge Climbing Center for hosting us at the Passion Project Film Fest & Blackout Climbing Competition last Saturday! We had an incredible time connecting with climbers, sharing the mission of Save Red Rock, and celebrating our love for public lands.

🎥 Watching the incredible films produced by the climbing community was truly inspiring—we loved seeing Red Rock Canyon showcased in such a powerful way. Your passion for adventure and conservation fuels our work to protect this iconic landscape!

Keep the Momentum Going!
@ClimbRefuge is now an official drop-off location for our World Recycling Day Fun Drive! You can donate gently used clothing, textiles, shoes, and more to help reduce waste and support conservation efforts. 🌎♻️

📍 Drop off your items at:
📍 6283 S. Valley View Blvd, Las Vegas, NV

To everyone who stopped by our booth, chatted with our ambassador Sarah and learned more about our mission—thank you! 🙌 Your support helps us keep Red Rock wild and beautiful for generations to come. You can become a #SaveRedRock ambassador today by simply visiting our website.

💬 Tag us in your event photos and share your favorite moments from the night! 📸✨ #SaveRedRock #ThankYouRefuge #LasVegasClimbing #RedRockConservation #ProtectRedRock #VegasOutdoorCommunity #NevadaPublicLands #SustainableVegas #refugeclimbingcenter #vegasclimbing

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A huge thank you to the amazing team at Refuge Climbing Center for hosting us at the Passion Project Film Fest & Blackout Climbing Competition last Saturday! We had an incredible time connecting with climbers, sharing the mission of Save Red Rock, and celebrating our love for public lands. 🎥 Watching the incredible films produced by the climbing community was truly inspiring—we loved seeing Red Rock Canyon showcased in such a powerful way. Your passion for adventure and conservation fuels our work to protect this iconic landscape! Keep the Momentum Going! @ClimbRefuge is now an official drop-off location for our World Recycling Day Fun Drive! You can donate gently used clothing, textiles, shoes, and more to help reduce waste and support conservation efforts. 🌎♻️ 📍 Drop off your items at: 📍 6283 S. Valley View Blvd, Las Vegas, NV To everyone who stopped by our booth, chatted with our ambassador Sarah and learned more about our mission—thank you! 🙌 Your support helps us keep Red Rock wild and beautiful for generations to come. You can become a #SaveRedRock ambassador today by simply visiting our website. 💬 Tag us in your event photos and share your favorite moments from the night! 📸✨ #SaveRedRock #ThankYouRefuge #LasVegasClimbing #RedRockConservation #ProtectRedRock #VegasOutdoorCommunity #NevadaPublicLands #SustainableVegas #refugeclimbingcenter #vegasclimbing

Big News! 📢
We’re joining forces with the Bureau of Land Management (BLM) to pursue designation of @redrockcanyonlv as an Urban Night Sky Place! ✨

This multi-year effort will help preserve Red Rock’s natural nighttime environment while promoting responsible visitation and education.

Learn more and contribute to the cause by clicking the link in our bio. A huge thank you to our lead sponsor, the @BrettTorinoFoundation, for supporting this incredible initiative!

📸 Photo credit: Benjamin C. Robertson, Silver Tree Films

#SaveRedRock #RedRockCanyon #DarkSky #ProtectOurNightSkies #BrettTorinoFoundation #KeepRedRockHealthy

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Big News! 📢 We’re joining forces with the Bureau of Land Management (BLM) to pursue designation of @redrockcanyonlv as an Urban Night Sky Place! ✨ This multi-year effort will help preserve Red Rock’s natural nighttime environment while promoting responsible visitation and education. Learn more and contribute to the cause by clicking the link in our bio. A huge thank you to our lead sponsor, the @BrettTorinoFoundation, for supporting this incredible initiative! 📸 Photo credit: Benjamin C. Robertson, Silver Tree Films #SaveRedRock #RedRockCanyon #DarkSky #ProtectOurNightSkies #BrettTorinoFoundation #KeepRedRockHealthy

Big News! 📢
We`re joining forces with the Bureau of Land Management (BLM) to pursue designation of @redrockcanyonlv as an Urban Night Sky Place! ✨

This multi-year effort will help preserve Red Rock’s natural nighttime environment while promoting responsible visitation and education.

Learn more and contribute to the cause by clicking the link in our bio.🔗
A huge thank you to our lead sponsor, the @BrettTorinoFoundation, for supporting this incredible initiative!

📸 Photo credit: Benjamin C. Robertson, Silver Tree Films

#SaveRedRock #RedRockCanyon #DarkSky #ProtectOurNightSkies #BrettTorinoFoundation #KeepRedRockHealthy

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Big News! 📢 We're joining forces with the Bureau of Land Management (BLM) to pursue designation of @redrockcanyonlv as an Urban Night Sky Place! ✨ This multi-year effort will help preserve Red Rock’s natural nighttime environment while promoting responsible visitation and education. Learn more and contribute to the cause by clicking the link in our bio.🔗 A huge thank you to our lead sponsor, the @BrettTorinoFoundation, for supporting this incredible initiative! 📸 Photo credit: Benjamin C. Robertson, Silver Tree Films #SaveRedRock #RedRockCanyon #DarkSky #ProtectOurNightSkies #BrettTorinoFoundation #KeepRedRockHealthy

🇺🇸 This Presidents’ Day marks the end of a secret 🤫 15-day review of national monuments and protected public lands issued by @SecretaryBurgum.
Let Congress, @POTUS, and @USInterior know these lands are NOT🙅 for sale and that the American people deserve to know the results of the review: https://ow.ly/FC1950UVkQv 🔗 LinkInBio
#MonumentsForAll

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🇺🇸 This Presidents’ Day marks the end of a secret 🤫 15-day review of national monuments and protected public lands issued by @SecretaryBurgum. Let Congress, @POTUS, and @USInterior know these lands are NOT🙅 for sale and that the American people deserve to know the results of the review: https://ow.ly/FC1950UVkQv 🔗 LinkInBio #MonumentsForAll

💖 Love is in the Air… and on the Trails! 💖🌿

When we follow our hearts, we’re led to Red Rock Canyon—our forever Valentine! ❤️🏜️ RRCNCA gives us so much, and now it’s our turn to show it some love.
@RepSusieLee Cactus are prickly, Nevada skies blue, I love public lands, and so should you!

#SaveRedRock #ForeverValentine #ProtectRedRock #LoveYourLand #RedRockCanyon #NVlovespubliclands #ActNowForPublicLands

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💖 Love is in the Air… and on the Trails! 💖🌿 When we follow our hearts, we’re led to Red Rock Canyon—our forever Valentine! ❤️🏜️ RRCNCA gives us so much, and now it’s our turn to show it some love. @RepSusieLee Cactus are prickly, Nevada skies blue, I love public lands, and so should you! #SaveRedRock #ForeverValentine #ProtectRedRock #LoveYourLand #RedRockCanyon #NVlovespubliclands #ActNowForPublicLands

If you appreciate the #rain in @redrockcanyonlv, just imagine how all the plants and animals who live here feel!
🩵🌧️🫏 🌵

We’ve had 214 days straight — that’s more than 7 months!— without precipitation, and today it retuned! This precious resource is essential for the ecological health of this area.

Rain, rain… don’t go away!!! ❄️☔️💧
#KeepRedRockHealthy

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If you appreciate the #rain in @redrockcanyonlv, just imagine how all the plants and animals who live here feel! 🩵🌧️🫏 🌵 We’ve had 214 days straight — that’s more than 7 months!— without precipitation, and today it retuned! This precious resource is essential for the ecological health of this area. Rain, rain… don’t go away!!! ❄️☔️💧 #KeepRedRockHealthy

Did you know Red Rock Canyon is home to petroglyphs—rock carvings left behind by Indigenous peoples centuries ago? You can find these incredible markings along trails like Willow Spring Loop, Calico Tanks, and Pine Creek Canyon! These symbols offer a glimpse into the past, preserving the stories of those who came before us.

🔹 Remember: Petroglyphs are sacred and protected. Look, learn, but never touch!
📍 Tag us in your Red Rock adventures in search of petroglyphs and help us #SaveRedRock! 🌿

#Petroglyphs #RedRockCanyon #PreserveHistory #LeaveNoTrace #SouthernNevada

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Did you know Red Rock Canyon is home to petroglyphs—rock carvings left behind by Indigenous peoples centuries ago? You can find these incredible markings along trails like Willow Spring Loop, Calico Tanks, and Pine Creek Canyon! These symbols offer a glimpse into the past, preserving the stories of those who came before us. 🔹 Remember: Petroglyphs are sacred and protected. Look, learn, but never touch! 📍 Tag us in your Red Rock adventures in search of petroglyphs and help us #SaveRedRock! 🌿 #Petroglyphs #RedRockCanyon #PreserveHistory #LeaveNoTrace #SouthernNevada

One of the best ways to protect Red Rock? Follow the Leave No Trace principles! Simple actions—like packing out your trash, staying on marked trails, and respecting wildlife—make a HUGE difference in preserving our outdoor spaces for future generations.

Can you believe we found an entire mattress during our Lovell Canyon clean up event?😵‍💫

Our friends at Leave No Trace (LeaveNoTrace.org) @leavenotraceorg offer The Leave No Trace 101 course FREE and open to all! Learn simple, impactful ways to keep outdoor spaces pristine. Enroll today and become part of the movement to care for our shared lands! Together, we can keep Red Rock Canyon clean and thriving! 🌿🏜️

#SaveRedRock #LeaveNoTrace #ProtectPublicLands #KeepRedRockWild

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One of the best ways to protect Red Rock? Follow the Leave No Trace principles! Simple actions—like packing out your trash, staying on marked trails, and respecting wildlife—make a HUGE difference in preserving our outdoor spaces for future generations. Can you believe we found an entire mattress during our Lovell Canyon clean up event?😵‍💫 Our friends at Leave No Trace (LeaveNoTrace.org) @leavenotraceorg offer The Leave No Trace 101 course FREE and open to all! Learn simple, impactful ways to keep outdoor spaces pristine. Enroll today and become part of the movement to care for our shared lands! Together, we can keep Red Rock Canyon clean and thriving! 🌿🏜️ #SaveRedRock #LeaveNoTrace #ProtectPublicLands #KeepRedRockWild

From George Washington Carver’s groundbreaking agricultural work to Rue Mapp’s mission to make the outdoors more inclusive, Black conservationists have long been at the forefront of protecting our environment.

This Black History Month, we honor the powerful contributions of Black leaders in the conservation movement—past and present—who have helped shape a more sustainable and just future for our lands.

Join us in celebrating their legacy! 🌎💚

#BlackHistoryMonth #EnvironmentalJustice #ConservationLeaders #SaveRedRock

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From George Washington Carver’s groundbreaking agricultural work to Rue Mapp’s mission to make the outdoors more inclusive, Black conservationists have long been at the forefront of protecting our environment. This Black History Month, we honor the powerful contributions of Black leaders in the conservation movement—past and present—who have helped shape a more sustainable and just future for our lands. Join us in celebrating their legacy! 🌎💚 #BlackHistoryMonth #EnvironmentalJustice #ConservationLeaders #SaveRedRock
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