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KNPR Nevada Public Radio: Red Rock Canyon’s History As Protected Land

The Red Rock National Conservation Area is now 25 years old. Its history as a protected site goes back much further than that. It was 1936 when it was first recognized as a landmark. Much of Red Rock’s story was told in the book, “Seekers, Saints & Scoundrels: The Colorful Characters of Red Rock Canyon.” Chuck Williams was…

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KNPR Nevada Public Radio: Paradise Palms – Good Neighbor Policy

They moved to Paradise Palms to bring some stylish love to a formerly fab neighborhood When Clay and Denise Heximer bought their dream house in 2010, a midcentury-modern split level on a cul-de-sac in the heart of Paradise Palms, they were surrounded by exactly the kind of neighborhood they always wanted. Built by developer Irwin…

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KNPR Nevada Public Radio: State of Nevada: Red Rock Canyon

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Happy St. Patrick`s Day from Save Red Rock! 🍀

Thanks to the recent rains, the desert isn`t just red - it`s surprisingly green! It’s the perfect time to visit Red Rock Canyon and see the desert spring to life. Enjoy the beautiful, vibrant landscape and remember to keep an eye out for those lucky desert blooms!

May your day be filled with luck and light! 💚

#SaveRedRock #StPatricksDay #RedRockCanyon #DesertBloom #KeepRedRockHealthy #NevadaOutdoors

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Happy St. Patrick's Day from Save Red Rock! 🍀 Thanks to the recent rains, the desert isn't just red - it's surprisingly green! It’s the perfect time to visit Red Rock Canyon and see the desert spring to life. Enjoy the beautiful, vibrant landscape and remember to keep an eye out for those lucky desert blooms! May your day be filled with luck and light! 💚 #SaveRedRock #StPatricksDay #RedRockCanyon #DesertBloom #KeepRedRockHealthy #NevadaOutdoors

Help Us Keep Red Rock’s Skies Dark & Sparkling! ✨🔭

A lot of work goes into protecting Red Rock Canyon`s dark skies, and our Star Parties are a crucial part of the effort to achieve the Urban Night Sky Place designation!

We need your support to procure additional supplies and essential educational materials for the rangers who run these amazing programs. Every donation, large or small, helps us continue this programming and protect the breathtaking night sky for future generations.

Please help us light the way for conservation by donating today!

Click the link in our bio to support the Dark Sky Initiative! 🔗

#SaveRedRock #KeepRedRockHealthy #DarkSkyInitiative #StarParty #RedRockCanyon #Conservation #DonateToday #UrbanNightSkyPlace

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Help Us Keep Red Rock’s Skies Dark & Sparkling! ✨🔭 A lot of work goes into protecting Red Rock Canyon's dark skies, and our Star Parties are a crucial part of the effort to achieve the Urban Night Sky Place designation! We need your support to procure additional supplies and essential educational materials for the rangers who run these amazing programs. Every donation, large or small, helps us continue this programming and protect the breathtaking night sky for future generations. Please help us light the way for conservation by donating today! Click the link in our bio to support the Dark Sky Initiative! 🔗 #SaveRedRock #KeepRedRockHealthy #DarkSkyInitiative #StarParty #RedRockCanyon #Conservation #DonateToday #UrbanNightSkyPlace

Our Next Star Party is Coming! ☄️🔭
March 21st, 7:00 - 10:00 PM

Join us for a rare cosmic journey as we explore Interstellar Comet 3I/ATLAS!

🎤 Guest speaker Matthias Schmitt, astronomer, educator, and former Dark Skies Coordinator at @Cedar Breaks National Monument will be revealing secrets from the wider universe.

Telescope viewing and fun activities for the whole family are planned.

🔗 Register at saveredrock.com/star-party

#SaveRedRock #KeepRedRockHealthy #StarParty #CometATLAS #RedRockCanyon #Astronomy #DarkSkyInitiative #CommunityEvent #Nevada #UrbanNightSkyPlace

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Our Next Star Party is Coming! ☄️🔭 March 21st, 7:00 - 10:00 PM Join us for a rare cosmic journey as we explore Interstellar Comet 3I/ATLAS! 🎤 Guest speaker Matthias Schmitt, astronomer, educator, and former Dark Skies Coordinator at @Cedar Breaks National Monument will be revealing secrets from the wider universe. Telescope viewing and fun activities for the whole family are planned. 🔗 Register at saveredrock.com/star-party #SaveRedRock #KeepRedRockHealthy #StarParty #CometATLAS #RedRockCanyon #Astronomy #DarkSkyInitiative #CommunityEvent #Nevada #UrbanNightSkyPlace

🛒 Groceries for Good! 🌄

Want to support local conservation without spending an extra dime?

Every time you shop at Smith’s, you can help protect Red Rock Canyon — just by linking your Smith’s Rewards account to Save Red Rock. It’s easy, automatic, and makes a real difference.

Here’s how to get started:
🔗 smithsfoodanddrug.com/account/update
📍 Full instructions at SaveRedRock.com

Your daily routine can fuel a movement to keep Red Rock healthy, safe and rural. Because everyday actions add up to powerful change.

#SaveRedRock #ShopForRedRock #SmithsGivesBack #ConservationInAction

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🛒 Groceries for Good! 🌄 Want to support local conservation without spending an extra dime? Every time you shop at Smith’s, you can help protect Red Rock Canyon — just by linking your Smith’s Rewards account to Save Red Rock. It’s easy, automatic, and makes a real difference. Here’s how to get started: 🔗 smithsfoodanddrug.com/account/update 📍 Full instructions at SaveRedRock.com Your daily routine can fuel a movement to keep Red Rock healthy, safe and rural. Because everyday actions add up to powerful change. #SaveRedRock #ShopForRedRock #SmithsGivesBack #ConservationInAction

Red Rock Canyon is alive with desert tortoises, bighorn sheep, foxes, and countless other creatures that make our canyon wild and unique. Today, we celebrate them — and recommit to protecting the fragile habitats they depend on.

Every time we safeguard Red Rock, we’re giving these animals a future. Let’s keep their home wild, safe, and thriving. 💚

#NationalWildlifeDay #SaveRedRock #ProtectPublicLands #KeepItWild

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Red Rock Canyon is alive with desert tortoises, bighorn sheep, foxes, and countless other creatures that make our canyon wild and unique. Today, we celebrate them — and recommit to protecting the fragile habitats they depend on. Every time we safeguard Red Rock, we’re giving these animals a future. Let’s keep their home wild, safe, and thriving. 💚 #NationalWildlifeDay #SaveRedRock #ProtectPublicLands #KeepItWild

Don’t forget to sign up for our February Star Party! 🔭🪐

Date: Saturday, Feb 21, 2026
Time: 5:00 – 7:30 PM
Location: Red Rock Canyon Visitor Center

Sierra Ramsey, a Ph.D. candidate in Geoscience at UNLV will share secrets about Mars! Our Star Parties are a key part of the effort to achieve the Urban Night Sky Place designation for Red Rock Canyon. Come look up with us and support dark sky conservation!

What to Bring:

🧤 Warm clothes (the desert gets chilly!)
🔦 A red flashlight (to protect our night vision)

Register to secure your spot today!
🔗 saveredrock.com/star-party

#SaveRedRock #StarParty #MarsInYourHand #RedRockCanyon #DarkSkyInitiative #UrbanNightSkyPlace #Astronomy #LasVegas #UNLV #CommunityEvent

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Don’t forget to sign up for our February Star Party! 🔭🪐 Date: Saturday, Feb 21, 2026 Time: 5:00 – 7:30 PM Location: Red Rock Canyon Visitor Center Sierra Ramsey, a Ph.D. candidate in Geoscience at UNLV will share secrets about Mars! Our Star Parties are a key part of the effort to achieve the Urban Night Sky Place designation for Red Rock Canyon. Come look up with us and support dark sky conservation! What to Bring: 🧤 Warm clothes (the desert gets chilly!) 🔦 A red flashlight (to protect our night vision) Register to secure your spot today! 🔗 saveredrock.com/star-party #SaveRedRock #StarParty #MarsInYourHand #RedRockCanyon #DarkSkyInitiative #UrbanNightSkyPlace #Astronomy #LasVegas #UNLV #CommunityEvent

It’s not every day we get to see #snow blanketing @redrockcanyonlv. But, today we do!

Thanks to @younginvegas for sharing the video with us.

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It’s not every day we get to see #snow blanketing @redrockcanyonlv. But, today we do! Thanks to @younginvegas for sharing the video with us.

Tread Lightly: Protecting the Desert`s Delicate Ecosystem 🌻🌵

When you visit Red Rock Canyon, please remember that every step matters! To protect the fragile desert landscape and its inhabitants, it is absolutely essential to stay on sanctioned trails only.

Why stick to the trail?

• Protecting Fragile Soil: Desert soil is incredibly delicate. ""Social"" or unauthorized trails scar the land, leading to erosion and long-term damage.
• Safeguarding Wildlife: Off-trail travel disturbs habitats and can directly harm threatened species, including the federally protected Desert Tortoise.
• Preserving Native Plants: Many fragile plants, like the beautiful and rare Red Rock sunflower, are damaged easily and endangered. Staying on trail protects them.

Recreate responsibly and help us preserve the safety, sustainability, and serenity of Red Rock Canyon for every plant, animal, and visitor.

Learn more about our conservation efforts and the Red Rock Sunflower: 🔗saveredrock.com/save-the-sunflower

#StayOnTrail #LeaveNoTrace #SaveRedRock #RedRockSunflower #EndangeredSpecies #KeepRedRockHealthy #RedRockCanyon #Conservation #RecreateResponsibly

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Tread Lightly: Protecting the Desert's Delicate Ecosystem 🌻🌵 When you visit Red Rock Canyon, please remember that every step matters! To protect the fragile desert landscape and its inhabitants, it is absolutely essential to stay on sanctioned trails only. Why stick to the trail? • Protecting Fragile Soil: Desert soil is incredibly delicate. ""Social"" or unauthorized trails scar the land, leading to erosion and long-term damage. • Safeguarding Wildlife: Off-trail travel disturbs habitats and can directly harm threatened species, including the federally protected Desert Tortoise. • Preserving Native Plants: Many fragile plants, like the beautiful and rare Red Rock sunflower, are damaged easily and endangered. Staying on trail protects them. Recreate responsibly and help us preserve the safety, sustainability, and serenity of Red Rock Canyon for every plant, animal, and visitor. Learn more about our conservation efforts and the Red Rock Sunflower: 🔗saveredrock.com/save-the-sunflower #StayOnTrail #LeaveNoTrace #SaveRedRock #RedRockSunflower #EndangeredSpecies #KeepRedRockHealthy #RedRockCanyon #Conservation #RecreateResponsibly

💖 This Valentine`s Day, let`s love Red Rock back! 💖

Red Rock gives us so much, but it needs our care and protection! That`s why we`re partnering with the Center for Biological Diversity to protect the rare, endemic Red Rock sunflower 🌻

This native species only has about 1,000 individuals in the wild, and is only found in @redrockcanyonlv.

🔗 Learn more about our efforts to Save The Sunflower by clicking the link in our bio. #SaveRedRock #ValentinesDay #LovetheOutdoors #Conservation #Outdoors #SavetheSunflower #LeaveNoTrace

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💖 This Valentine's Day, let's love Red Rock back! 💖 Red Rock gives us so much, but it needs our care and protection! That's why we're partnering with the Center for Biological Diversity to protect the rare, endemic Red Rock sunflower 🌻 This native species only has about 1,000 individuals in the wild, and is only found in @redrockcanyonlv. 🔗 Learn more about our efforts to Save The Sunflower by clicking the link in our bio. #SaveRedRock #ValentinesDay #LovetheOutdoors #Conservation #Outdoors #SavetheSunflower #LeaveNoTrace

Save Red Rock has teamed up with the BLM to pursue designation of Red Rock Canyon National Conservation Area as an Urban Night Sky Place. This is a multi-year effort to keep Red Rock’s nighttime environment healthy, and encourage responsible visitation and education.

WHAT’S AN URBAN NIGHT SKY PLACE?
Determined by the International Dark Sky Places Program (IDSP), the designation preserves and protects dark sites – even those around urban areas – through responsible lighting policies and public engagement.

WHAT DOES THIS MEAN FOR RED ROCK?
If achieved, this distinction would help reduce the impacts of light pollution, which disrupts wildlife and obscures our view of the night sky.

LEARN MORE
Come to our next Star Party on Feb. 21 to learn more about the project!

#SaveRedRock #StarParty #RedRockCanyon #DarkSkyInitiative #UrbanNightSkyPlace #LasVegas

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Save Red Rock has teamed up with the BLM to pursue designation of Red Rock Canyon National Conservation Area as an Urban Night Sky Place. This is a multi-year effort to keep Red Rock’s nighttime environment healthy, and encourage responsible visitation and education. WHAT’S AN URBAN NIGHT SKY PLACE? Determined by the International Dark Sky Places Program (IDSP), the designation preserves and protects dark sites – even those around urban areas – through responsible lighting policies and public engagement. WHAT DOES THIS MEAN FOR RED ROCK? If achieved, this distinction would help reduce the impacts of light pollution, which disrupts wildlife and obscures our view of the night sky. LEARN MORE Come to our next Star Party on Feb. 21 to learn more about the project! #SaveRedRock #StarParty #RedRockCanyon #DarkSkyInitiative #UrbanNightSkyPlace #LasVegas

Mars in Your Hand: Our First Star Party of 2026 is Here! 🔭🪐

Journey to the Red Planet without leaving Red Rock Canyon! Join Save Red Rock and the Bureau of Land Management for our first Star Party of the year: "Mars in Your Hand: What Meteorites Teach Us About the Red Planet."

Date: Saturday, February 21, 2026
Time: 5:00 – 7:30 PM
Location: Red Rock Canyon Visitor Center

We are thrilled to feature an expert presentation by Sierra Ramsey, a Ph.D. candidate in Geoscience at UNLV. Sierra has spent a decade conducting planetary science research, specializing in Martian geology. She uses actual Martian meteorites and cutting-edge analytical techniques to uncover the secrets of how magmas form and erupt on Mars. This is a rare opportunity to learn about the Red Planet from someone who literally works with pieces of it!

Our Star Parties are a key part of the effort to achieve the Urban Night Sky Place designation for Red Rock Canyon. Come look up with us and support dark sky conservation!

What to Bring:

🧤 Warm clothes (the desert gets chilly!)
🔦 A red flashlight (to protect our night vision)

Register to secure your spot today!
🔗 saveredrock.com/star-party

#SaveRedRock #StarParty #MarsInYourHand #RedRockCanyon #DarkSkyInitiative #UrbanNightSkyPlace #Astronomy #LasVegas #UNLV #CommunityEvent

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Mars in Your Hand: Our First Star Party of 2026 is Here! 🔭🪐 Journey to the Red Planet without leaving Red Rock Canyon! Join Save Red Rock and the Bureau of Land Management for our first Star Party of the year: "Mars in Your Hand: What Meteorites Teach Us About the Red Planet." Date: Saturday, February 21, 2026 Time: 5:00 – 7:30 PM Location: Red Rock Canyon Visitor Center We are thrilled to feature an expert presentation by Sierra Ramsey, a Ph.D. candidate in Geoscience at UNLV. Sierra has spent a decade conducting planetary science research, specializing in Martian geology. She uses actual Martian meteorites and cutting-edge analytical techniques to uncover the secrets of how magmas form and erupt on Mars. This is a rare opportunity to learn about the Red Planet from someone who literally works with pieces of it! Our Star Parties are a key part of the effort to achieve the Urban Night Sky Place designation for Red Rock Canyon. Come look up with us and support dark sky conservation! What to Bring: 🧤 Warm clothes (the desert gets chilly!) 🔦 A red flashlight (to protect our night vision) Register to secure your spot today! 🔗 saveredrock.com/star-party #SaveRedRock #StarParty #MarsInYourHand #RedRockCanyon #DarkSkyInitiative #UrbanNightSkyPlace #Astronomy #LasVegas #UNLV #CommunityEvent
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