Support our Night Sky Programming
Join rangers and guest speaker, Matthias Schmitt, astronomer, educator, and former Dark Skies Coordinator at Cedar Breaks National Monument, for an evening of astronomical exploration and stargazing!
Journey into the origins of interstellar comet 3I/ATLAS and discover what this fleeting traveler reveals about other star systems. Telescope viewing will be provided, along with fun activities for the kids.
3 Ways to Support Red Rock Canyon Today
1. Link Your Smith’s Rewards Card
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.
ACTION: Sign up online at www.smithsfoodanddrug.com
or use the Smith’s app.
2. Oppose Steve Pearce’s Nomination
Steve Pearce, a known advocate for the sale of public lands, is being nominated to lead the Bureau of Land Management. Your action is urgently needed to oppose this nomination.
ACTION: Contact your Senators asap via email and phone to urge them to vote against Steve Pearce for Bureau of Land Management Director.
3. Help Preserve the Night Sky
Are you a fan of our Star Parties? Your support can help us achieve an Urban Night Sky Place designation from DarkSky International for the Red Rock Canyon NCA. We aim to raise $20,000 in 2026 for this effort.
Your donation will fund:
- Expand Nighttime Programs: including more Star Parties and Night Hikes
- Purchase Essential Supplies: like red lights and educational materials
- Data Collection: that supports the completion of our application
- Retrofit DarkSky Approved Lighting: all throughout the NCA to preserve nocturnal ecology and the night experience
ACTION: Learn more about our efforts and donate today!
