Moab Happenings August 2011

www.moabhappenings.comCastle Creek WineryCastle Creek Winery is located 14 miles from Moabup the Colorado River on scenic Hwy 128. Situatedoverlooking one of the best river’s white water rapids, atthe foot of dramatic red rock cliffs, it’s a classic, ruggedWestern landscape. The winery sits on a historic workingranch; Red Cliffs Adventure Lodge.While there are no recognized viticultural areas inUtah, many people are surprised and delighted to discoverthat Utah is wine country and the industry has been steadilygrowing for over thirty years. The geographic area of Moabis unique and imparts a special regional flavor.Castle Creek Winery has seen tremendous growth fora little over a decade. Since they bottled their first wine,Castle Creek Winery has been committed to a simple andfocused philosophy. Produce competitively priced worldclass wines using high desert grown grapes that are foodand consumer friendly. Upon tasting the wines it’s clearwhy Castle Creek Winery has once again won Best of Statein the in the Brewery/Winery categoryThe history of wineries in Utah began based onsuccessful test plantings in the 1970s. Not surprisingly,the climate in the Moab area is quite hot during summer,but most growing areas are above 4,000 feet, offeringWINERY HAPPENINGScool nights. Moab’s dry climate and sandy loam soilare optimum for growing healthy grapes, excellent forproducing a variety of wines, including Syrah, Merlot,Cabernet Sauvignon, Chenin Blanc, Chardonnay anda variety of hybrids. To date, Castle Creek Winery hasproduced 40 award-winning wines.In 2006 Castle Creek planted ten acres of Cabernetand Syrah vines at the winery. The lush vineyards area standout amongst blue skies and red rocks cliffs. Inaddition to vineyards in Castle Valley, Moab and MonticelloMoab Happenings • August 2011 • 3Aand Spanish Valley additional fruit for the wines issourced from growers in the area. Castle Creek wines arehandcrafted using small lots of fruit and extended agingto create unique and personal wines. All wine productiontakes place on site and self guided tours are available daily.Adding a decidedly civilized tone to the West; thewinery’s 4000 square foot hospitality area and hugeadjacent deck overlooking the picturesque Colorado Riveroffer the perfect location for seminars, private tastingsand parties. Stop by for a visit, Castle Creek Winery has alarge inviting tasting room and gift shop offering free winetasting and wine for sale seven days a week.

6A • August 2011 • Moab HappeningsAlright now, wat-a-ya-gonna-gimme-for-it?When you hear this call, you know that BruceBurnham is kicking off one of his family’s popular Navajorug auctions.Canyonlands Natural History Association (CNHA)has partnered with R B. Burnham & Company of Sanders,Arizona, to present Moab's first annual Navajo rug auction.Two to three hundred Navajo rugs in many designs andsizes will be presented for auction on Saturday, September10, 2011 at Moab’s Grand Center (182 North 500 West).CNHA is presenting this auction to promote culturalawareness and appreciation of Native American arts. 80%of the auction proceeds will go directly to the Navajoartisans. CNHA will dedicate its portion of the proceeds tothe CNHA Discovery Pool, which funds research projectson public lands of the Colorado Plateau.The event begins with rug appraisals starting at 9am (until noon) for those who would like to learn moreabout Native American rugs they already own. From 10am until noon, you can preview the rugs being offeredNON PROFIT HAPPENINGSCanyonlands Natural History Association's Navajo Rug Auctionwww.moabhappenings.comand ask questions about individual items. The auctionstarts at 1 pm and lasts until all rugs have been presented.Weaving demonstrations and cultural interpretation willalso be part of the event.While you are in town for the auction, you can alsoenjoy the Moab Music Festival, and be treated to not onlybeautifully crafted Navajo rugs, but also to great music byworld-class musicians!The Burnham family has been trading with the nativepeople of the Four Corners area for five generations.Working with the weavers, they have helped to developseveral distinct rug styles including the New Lands RaisedOutline, Burntwater, Germantown Revival and SpiderRock. The Burnham’s are noted for their encouragementof innovation and quality in Navajo textiles.The auction venue is a great way to learn about NativeAmerican art for anyone who is interested. The Burnhamcrew is happy to spend time before and after the auctiondiscussing artists, art, and other aspects of the area wherethey live and work.Canyonlands Natural History Association is a nonprofitthat has supported the parks and public lands ofsoutheastern Utah for over forty years. CNHA’s fundingcomes from memberships, donations, and sales from ourretail outlets in Arches and Canyonlands National Parks,Hovenweep and Natural Bridges National Monuments, aswell as the Moab Information Center (MIC) and federalagency outlets.CNHA supports educational and resource managementprograms of three federal land agencies on the ColoradoPlateau - the National Park Service, Bureau of LandManagement, and the USDA Forest Service - as well asCNHA’s own educational and scientific research programs.Discover the beauty and artistry of Navajo weavingat Moab’s first annual Navajo rug auction! Saturday,September 10th, at the Grand Center in Moab. Appraisals 9am-noon, Preview 10 am-noon, Auction at 1 pm. For moreinformation, call CNHA at 1-800-840-8978 and be sure tomention that you read about it in Moab Happenings.

www.moabhappenings.comNature Photographers Bret Edge & Guy TALInspired by the wild places of the Colorado Plateau,two photographers have combined their talents to create avibrant exhibit of photography. “Visions of the AmericanWest” is a collection of images on display in the BighornGallery at the Dead Horse Point State Park visitor centerthrough August 30th.Edge is a nature and adventure photographer who“appreciates the intimate details in nature” that are oftenoverlooked. Edge’s images have appeared worldwide inbooks, magazines, calendars, ad campaigns and tourismpublications. He enjoys teaching others to become betterphotographers through workshops and guided excursions.He lives and recreates in Moab with his wife, son and twoall-terrain pugs.Tal chose nature photography as a way of “capturingand sharing the beauty, power and fragility of wildplaces.” His photographs are visual expressions that aimto “inspire without venturing outside the realm of thebelievable”. His photography and technical expertiseare shared in his books and he is a contributor to NaturePhotographers Online Magazine. Tal is a professionalphotographer, writer and guide living in Torrey, Utah.During the photography exhibit at Dead HorsePoint State Park, Edge and Tal’s images are available forpurchase, as are their prints. For more information aboutthe artists, visit www.bretedge.com and www.guytal.comMoab Happenings • August 2011 • 7ADEAD HORSE POINT HAPPENINGSStargazingOn a dark, clear night, over 2,000 stars are visible inthe sky. The area in and near Dead Horse Point State Parkhas some of the darkest skies found in the United States.Rangers at Dead Horse Point take advantage of these darknights, providing various astronomy programs and full moonhikes throughout the summer and fall. The full moon doesn’tprovide for dark skies, but it does offer great nighttime viewsof the canyons below the park.Astronomy programs cover a variety of themes and,weather and temperature permitting, include viewing starsand planets through a telescope. One program focuses onastronomical events and features (including visible planets)while another focuses on how the night sky has connectedus as humans for thousands of years. These dark night skiesare an important resource and need to be protected. Learnhow to protect our dark skies and nocturnal animals byattending these programs!Full moon hikes are offered once a month and covertopics including lunar features and nocturnal animals. Themoon is over 238,000 miles from the earth and still plays alarge part in our lives. Nocturnal and crepuscular animalsliving in the park include coyote, kit fox, bats, mule deer,owls, scorpions and rattlesnakes.Bret EdgeGuy TalDead Horse Point State Park is located nine miles north of Moab on US 191, and 23 miles south on SR 313. The visitorcenter is open daily from 8 a.m. to 6 p.m. from March 15 to mid-October and 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. through the winter. Parkadmission is $10. Contact the park at 435-259-2614. Contact: Megan Blackwelder Park Manager 435-259-2614Humane Society of Moab ValleyAnnual Dawg Days of SummerBarbecue and Silent AuctionThe ninth annual Humane Society of Moab ValleyBBQ and major fundraiser will take place at Old CityPark from 4 to 8 P.M. on Sunday, August 7 th . Food willbe catered by the Moab Brewery and will include beeftri-tip, chicken, vegetarian pasta, beans, cole slaw, cornbread, salad, dessert, and the Brewery’s special keg rootbeer. Tickets are available at the HSMV office in theMoab City Shelter, as well as the Moab Barkery.Enjoy the talents of local musicians while treatingyour taste buds to a fabulousBBQ. This year’s silentauction will be betterthan ever, with luxury giftitems to pamper yourselfor give to a friend, as wellas gift certificates for art,restaurants, adventure trips,and more! The silent auctionand BBQ are the primaryannual fundraisers for theHumane Society of MoabValley.The BBQ started in 2002, by Paul and ZeeMcCarroll, then chefs extraordinaire at the Center Cafe.They had just opened at their new location on First West;Zee’s mother used to love to come by and check out theconstruction progress and was excited to see it open.Sadly, she passed away just before the new cafe opened.With this business, the McCarrolls decided that one oftheir missions was to give back to the community. At thetime, funds were being raised to build the first animalshelter in Moab. They decided that by holding the BBQ,they could honor Zee’s mother, help to accomplish andsupport something much needed, and do something funthat local people would enjoy. Zee started barbecuingseveral days in advance; friends and staff shucked cornand helped with other preparations. The Center Cafe’sstaff was awesome, donating their time and even theirtips to the Humane Society! They all looked forward toit and had a great time. The lovely cafe, the generosity ofthe staff, donors to the auction, and attendees made this ahighlight of the summer season for many local residents.After the Center Cafe closed, Buck’s Grill House wasthe next venue for the event. Tim Buckingham openedup the outdoor patio and supplied a great selection ofdelectables. This year, a new atmosphere will be triedat Old City Park - a bit less formal, hopefully a bit morefun with great food, activities for the kids, and certainlythe best silent auction ever!Bats are the most commonly seen nocturnal animals inthe park and deserve their own program. Bats sometimeshave a bad reputation, but they are very beneficial tohumans. Bat programs are provided one to two times permonth. These programs include games, activities, a slideshow and nighttime bat viewing.For current program information, visit us at www.stateparks.utah.gov/parks/dead-horse or call the visitorcenter at (435) 259-2614.Celebrating 11 years of serving the Moab area,the local Humane Society is run solely on donationsand grants, with volunteers supplying the vast majorityof work. The organization’s mission is to improvethe lives of companion animals and their owners by:•Saving the lives of orphaned animalsthrough rescue and adoption services.•Providing training, support and educationfor pet owners and the community•Providing spay/neuter opportunities for all catsand dogs.Holding adoptiondays most Saturdays,sponsoring three spay/neuter clinics per yearas well as year-roundlow-income vouchers,working with Seekhavento assist families leavingabusive situations byproviding a safe placefor pets, and providingdiscount for senioradoptors and/or senioranimals are just a few ofthe on-going programs of HSMV.For more information on the BBQ, animals, volunteeringor donating, call 435-259-HUMANE (259-4682).

www.moabhappenings.comMoab Happenings • August 2011 • 11AMoab Coffee Roasters90 N. Main St. 259-27287 days a week 6:30am - 10:00pmOn-site roasting for the freshest coffee and espresso in townavailable by the cup or by the pound. Professional baristasserve carefully prepared lattes, smoothies, Italian sodas, andlocally made gelato. Open early and late for after dinnercappuccino and dessert. Indoor and outdoor seating. Tastethe fresh roasted difference!Moab’s Daily Grind1146 South Hwy 191 #B 259-1115Mon-Sun: 6 a.m. - 2 p.m.FAST, FRIENDLY & AFFORDABLE Drive-Thru Coffee &Espresso. We serve up lattes, mochas, cappuccinos, breves,chai, hot & iced teas, iced & blended drinks, Italian sodas,and more. Featuring Ghiradelli chocolate sauces, includingwhite and dark chocolate. We use fairly traded coffee from asmall quality roaster. Iced & Blended Drinks.Moab Diner & Ice Cream Shoppe189 South Main 435 259-4006Breakfast • Lunch • DinnerMon-Sat: 6:00 am - 9:00 pmHome of the best green chile in Utah. You'll love our specialtybreakfasts, lunches and dinners.Pancake Haus196 South Main (next to Ramada Inn) 259-7141Pantele's Desert Deli98 East Center 259-0200Open for Lunch Mon - SatGreek style deli with old family recipes. Fresh made dressingsand salads. Big sandwiches. Soup of the Day. Order box lunchesto take with you on your adventure. Ask for early morningpick-up. Catering available.Paradox Pizza702 South Main St 259-9999Lunch • DinnerAt Paradox Pizza, everything is made in house, from our pizzadough to the New York Cheesecake. Join us for a slice and abeer after your day in the desert, or have dinner delivered toyou. Voted Best Moab Pizza by Salt Lake City Weekly. Dinein, take-out or delivery. Family friendly. Order online atwww.paradoxpizza.com.Pasta Jay’s4 South Main 259-2900Peace Tree Juice Cafe20 South Main 259-0101Breakfast • Lunch • DinnerOpen everyday 7am-10pmWelcome to the brand new Peace Tree. Dedicated to using thefreshest local ingredients, while adding a new and excitingbreakfast and dinner menu featuring vegan and gluten freeitems. Catering and to go orders are available.Pizza Hut265 South Main 259-6345Lunch • DinnerFri-Sat: 11 a.m. - 11 p.m. Sun-Thu: 11 a.m. - 10 p.m.Salad bar, variety of pizzas & toppings, pasta, breadsticks, kidsmenu & quick lunch specials. Pick up or delivery available.OPEN EVERY DAYPortal Grill at Moab Regional Hospital450 West Williams WayRed Rock Bakery & Net Cafe74 S. Main Street 259-5941Breakfast • LunchOpen 7am-4pm Mon-Sat and 7am-3pm Sunday. Servingfreshly baked bagels, muffins, scones and cinnamon rolls.Fresh Moab Coffee (FMC). Best Sandwich in Moab. Moab’soriginal high speed Internet Access. Open EVERY DAY.Rio Sports Bar & Grill1 block west of Main on Center 259-6666Sports Bar & Grill. Affordable drinks & food. Fully stocked bar,serving beer, liquor & wine. Nightly entertainment. Live musicon weekends. 21 years and older. Open every day at 3:00PmSabuku Sushi90 East Center 259-4455Singha: Authentic Thai Cuisine92 East Center 259-0039Lunch • DinnerLunch: Mon-Sat 11a.m. – 3 p.m.Dinner: Mon-Sat 5 p.m. – 9:00 p.m.Closed SundayFor those in search of true Thai Cuisine, we invite you toexperience the flavors and aroma of Singha Thai Cuisine. Notalways spicy as you thought. We use fresh herbs and spicesincluding garlic, coriander, lemon grass, mint and chilies. Ourfull menu includes House specials, appetizers and desserts.Now serving beer, wine and saki.Slickrock Cafe5 North Main 259-8004Lunch • DinnerOpen everyday 11 am - closeSteaks, New & Improved Lunch & Dinner Menu, AtriumSeating, Appetizers, Gourmet Burgers, Sandwiches, Saladsand Freshly Grilled Entrees. Ice cold beer. Daily Specials,Kids Menu. Call in and take out orders welcome. Full ServiceLiquor License. Live music Fri, Sat & Sun. Open Mic on Thur.Smitty’s Golden Steak540 South Main 259-4848Breakfast • Lunch • DinnerOpen 6am-9 pm 7 days a weekNext to Big Horn Lodge. Featuring steaks, prime rib,hamburgers, full breakfast menu. Prompt coffee shop service.Sorrel River Grill Restaurant17 Miles Northeast on Scenic Hwy 128 259-4642Dinner (by reservation only)Enhanced Utah Dining Experience. Overlooking the ColoradoRiver, enjoy delicious menu offerings from tender aged beefentrees, mouth watering seafood specials and garden freshvegetable dishes direct from the ranch's organic garden.Full liquor license and extensive wine list. Casual dress.Reservations Required.Subway Sandwich Shop299 South Main 259-SUBSBreakfast • Lunch • DinnerOpen 8 a.m. everydayNOW SERVING BREAKFAST UNTIL 11 AM! Create yourown healthy sandwiches and salads. Five varieties of freshlybaked bread. Load up your subs with lots of fresh veggies andone of SUBWAY’S special sauces. Located inside Walker’sConvenience Store (corner of 300 South and Main)Sunset Grill900 North Highway 191 259-7146DinnerSteaks, Seafood, Pasta, Prime Rib. Fresh ingredients broughtin daily. Children welcome. Reservations accepted for partiesof 6 or more. Come up and rediscover Charlie Steen’s historichome with the million dollar view. Open 5:00 daily. ClosedSundays. State Liquor Licensee.Szechuan Restaurant125 North Main 259-8984Teriyaki Stix396 South Main, Next to Hogi-Yogi 259-2656Lunch • DinnerWide selection of rice or noodle bowls with grilled teriyakichicken, hot & spicy chicken, beef, kalua pork, fresh steamedveggies, pot stickers & more. Drive thru, take-out & call inorders welcome. Open 7 days a week. Located across fromCity Market.The Blu Pig811 S. Main 435-259-3333Lunch • DinnerOpen 11am to 10pm 7 daysMoab's only BBQ and Blues destination. We have created acasual, laid back establishment that you'll want to come backto again and again. Our pitmaster is smoking your favorites allday, every day. With five different BBQ sauces from differentregions of the country, you're sure to have a favorite or two.Our covered patio, dining and internet bar are just some ofthe extras we offer for your enjoyment and convenience. Don'tforget to try the smoked pecan pie, it'll blow your mind!! Takeout available. Ice cold beer. State liquor license.Village Market702 South Main 259-3111Wake and Bake Cafe59 S. Main #6, McStiff's Plaza 259-2420Wendy’s260 North Main 259-2595Wicked Brew Drive Thru132 North Main 259-0021Open at 6 am DailyWicked Brew is committed to providing you unbeatably freshand full flavored coffees and teas. We feature Triple CertifiedOrganic & Fair Trade beans meticulously selected from onlyenvironmentally responsible growers around the world. Ourbaristas are the friendliest in town giving you the quickestand most enjoyable coffee experience in Moab.Zax96 South Main Street 259-6555Breakfast • Lunch • Dinner • Family DiningWe have it all, from our all new sunrise breakfast, to our handcut steaks. We offer an extensive menu that includes the bestburgers in Moab, deli sandwiches, pastas, salads, seafood andour all U can eat pizza buffet and salad bar. Dine inside or outon our all-weather patio and covered porch. For those 21 andover, visit Zax Dining Club. Watch your favorite sporting eventon the 50" flat screen or one of the other 22 TVs throughoutthe restaurant. Featuring a full liquor license. Open 7 days aweek. Locally owned and operated. www.bucksgrillhouse.com1393 NorthHighway 191435-259-5201Beautiful Secluded Patio DiningBreakfast starts at 6:307 days a week Menu Guide" And tell them you found them in "Moab Happenings"

12A • August 2011 • Moab Happeningswww.moabhappenings.comRESTAURANT GUIDE Open Everyday 7am-4pm Mon-Sat 7am-3pm SunA Quality Scratch Bakery with fast, friendly service.Internet Café • Dine-in or Take-OutNow Serving Organic Fresh Moab Coffee74 South Main • Moab, UT 84532 • 435-259-5941★★ ★★★★★★★★ ★ ★ ★ ★★★ ★ ★ ★ Moab’s New Italian Restaurantin the old Poplar PlaceTraditional Italian FoodBruschettaCrab Stuffed MushroomsAntipastoGreat Choice for Take Outand Catering3pm to close7 days a weekLasagnaChicken Penne GorgonzolaChicken ParmesanPatio Seating - Red Rock ViewsCassanosItalian Restaurant11 East 100 North259-6018State Liquor LicenseWe also docatering.• Breakfast all day• Lunch• DinnerCall ahead for quick lunch or dinner pick-up.You can also fax in your orders. 259-5533 Fax812 South Main St., Suite B259-0550Mon - Sat 9:00 am - 10 pmSun 9 am - 9 pm★★★★ ★ 400 East★ &COUPON • COUPONLocated inside Walker’s Convenience StoreBuy one breakfastsandwich and a MediumDrink and get a breakfastsandwich of equal orlesser value free.Expires Sept. 15, 2011Offer good till 11:00am daily299 South Main • 259-SUBSCOUPON • COUPON★★★★★★★ ★★Family OwnedandOperated• Free WiFi Internet Bar• Covered Patio Dining• Take out• Vegan menu• State Liquor License• Catering Services• Large Private PartiesOpen 11am - 10pmevery dayPhone 435-259-3333www.blupigbbq.comMeats smoked all dayEvery dayUsing select hardwoods811 South Main StreetMoab, Utah 84532Moab’s only BBQ and Blues destinationNext to Moab Valley InnRESTAURANT GUIDE

14A • August 2011 • Moab HappeningsHome on the RangeThey have their own song, “Where the deer and theantelope play,” but those words first written in 1876 were abit misleading. “Where the deer and the pronghorn play,”doesn’t have the same ring, but is biologically more correct.The American pronghorn, swiftestNorth American land mammal, is thelone member of the Antilocarpidae familyof even-toed hoofed mammals. Placedin the genus Antilocarpa, which means“antelope-goat,” these desert dwellers aredistinct from their African relatives.Prior to westward settlement, anestimated 30-60 million pronghornroamed across the vast interior of NorthAmerica. Hunting and habitat conversionreduced that number to around 20,000 by the early 1920s.In addition, barbed wire may have tamed the West, but itwas detrimental to the non-fence jumping pronghorn.Unlike deer and elk which shed antlers, pronghornhorns are a bony core surrounded by a sheath of specializedskin and fused hairs. These sheaths are shed annually inearly winter and replaced by mid-summer. On the bucksthese horns may reach 10-20 inches long and have a smallnotch or prong, which gives them their common name, thatpoints forward. The rest of the black horn curves backwardsand slightly inwards. Females also have horns, but these aremuch smaller.Creatures of the American savannah – open grasslandsand shrublands – the pronghorn relies on keen eyesightand speed to elude predators. Their large eyes are set inNATURE HAPPENINGSbony rings that provide them a greatfield of vision. When threatened,a pronghorn erects the white hairson its rump effectively doublingthis patch in size. This white flagdoes not indicate surrender, butis a visual alarm sign to otherpronghorn. And for those otherpronghorn not paying attention, thesentry may release an odor fromtheir rump glands that gets the herd’s attention.Starting in late summer and early fall, male pronghornsdefend breeding territories and gather harems. Polygynousby nature, male pronghornsmay breed with up to 20does. Chasing, joustingand other displays betweenmales occur during this time.Males may also be observed“battling” bushes, but thisbehavior places scent markson vegetation to help definethese boundaries.With a one-monthdelayed period betweenbreeding and implanting ofthe eggs in the uterus, thedoes have a seven to eightmonth gestation period. Fawns born in spring can outrun acoyote within a few weeks.The Cisco Desert along Interstate 70, the west side ofState Highway 191 from the Interstate south towards theCanyonlands Airport, and the Hatch Point area down bythe Wind Whistle Campground have extensive areas ofgrasslands and shrublands that support pronghorn. Useyour vehicle like a viewing blind rather than stepping out ofthe vehicle for a closer look at these magnificent animals.Besides coyotes and bobcats preying on young pronghorns,the next major predator is humans, and a pronghorn willquickly put distance between themselves and a hiker. Andthough pronghorn are active throughout the day, even in theAugust heat, early morning and evening are the best hoursto search for pronghorns “at play.”www.moabhappenings.comGrand Junction Regional Airport has over 19 daily nonstop500 one-stop connections to cities around the world.TO FIND THE BEST AVAILABLE FARE OR TO BOOK YOUR FLIGHT,VISIT WWW.GJAIRPORT.COM.gjairport.com 970-244-9100

www.moabhappenings.comMoab Happenings • August 2011 • 15ANMOAB, UTAHDowntownMoabMOAB, UTAHAVERAGE TEMPERATURE & RAINFALLMONTH HIGH/LOW RAINFALLJANUARY 49.6/18.0 0.53FEBRUARY 50.4/25.5 0.62MARCH 60.2/34.2 0.71APRIL 72.5/41.9 0.79MAY 82.4/50.1 0.57JUNE 92.0/57.5 0.45JULY 99.0/64.1 0.49AUGUST 95.3/62.8 0.87SEPTEMBER 87.1/52.8 0.83OCTOBER 73.8/40.8 1.16NOVEMBER 56.0/30.6 0.60DECEMBER 45.1/21.4 0.64Map produced byCanyonlands Advertising.All contents are protectedby Copyright 2011.No reproduction orother use withoutwritten permission fromCanyonlands Advertising,P.O. Box 698,Moab, Utah 84532Licensed - Insured - 10 Years ExperienceUse Environment Friendly SuppliesCall for Bid or Free EstimatesFor Business Fleets, organizations & PrivateCars - Trucks - ATVs - MotorhomesHOT/COLD POWER WASHING:Fences - Homes - Parking AreasTo MonticelloCortez, Durango,Monument Valley,Phoenix

16A • August 2011 • Moab HappeningsCOWBOY HAPPENINGSHead ‘em up and Move ‘em out to the Bar-M Chuckwagon’sLive Western Show & Cowboy SupperWhat is the Bar M Chuckwagon? The Bar MChuckwagon is Moab’s own unique western dinnertheater. It’s a fun, family-oriented, evening activitythat is set in an “old west town” just outside ArchesNational Park. More than a hearty meal, the Bar-MChuckwagon is great experience for folks of all agesand features a wild-west gunfight, a delicious cowboysupper and a professional western music and comedyshow featuring the “Bar-M Wranglers.”Back In the old west, the “chuck” or food wagonwas an essential part of any cattle drive. It carriedall of the supplies and food the cowboy’s would needduring their journey. The camp cook (or “cookie”)would prepare and serve all of the cowboy’s meals fromthe chuck wagon. After the evening meal, cowboyswould sing songsaround the campfireto pass the time andcalm the cattle for thenight. The conceptfor the modern chuckwagon restaurantsprung out of thesetraditions. At the BarM Chuckwagon youcan leave your caresbehind, go back intime and re-live thedays of the AmericanCowboy!Just five miles north of the entrance to ArchesNational Park on Highway 191, pick up your tickets at“Doc’s Medicine Wagon” in the parking area, and thenhead down the trail to the “Bar-M town.” Don’t forgetto pay your respects at “Boot Hill” along the way. Theticket booth and grounds open at 6:30 PM. Arrive earlyenough to belly up to the Saloon for a cold one andbrowse through the Primrose Emporium full of westernsouvenirs and more.The wild and wacky gunfight begins around 7:00!After the smoke clears, everyone enters the large barnstyledining hall to get ready for the Cowboy Supper. Themouth watering Cowboy supper begins at 7:30 sharp andis served trail-style on metal plates and cups. You get achoice of sliced roast beef in barbecue sauce or barbecuechicken served with baked pinto beans, baked potato,cinnamon applesauce, buttermilk biscuits, and spice cake.Cowboy coffee, lemonade and iced tea are included andthere are seconds as well. A vegetarian meal is availablewith advance notice.Right after supper, the “Bar-M Wranglers” takethe stage and perform an authentic, high-energy,professional western stage show full of fabulous vocals,thrilling instrumentals, ranch-style humor and audienceparticipation. The “Wranglers” are Alan and ValerieBrown, Clay Maxam, and David Steward.www.moabhappenings.comTwo members of the “Bar-M Wranglers” areyour hosts and owners of the Bar-M Chuckwagon,Alan Brown and Valerie Hunt Brown. Alan andValerie both sing, yodel and play several musicalinstruments. Valerie an Alan met and married inNashville, Tennessee. Originally from Salt LakeCity, Valerie was a recording artist on MCARecords with the music/comedy trio “Ethel &the Shameless Hussies.” Alan is a singer/songwriter and is also the Camp Cook. Originallyfrom Illinois, he toured with the internationallyfamous group “Up With People.” In 1992, Alanand Valerie moved from Nashville to Moab andtook over the Bar-M Chuckwagon.Clay Maxam hails from the NorthwesternUnited States and now residesin Moab with his wife Judy.Clay shines on the intricatepedal steel guitar and alsoplays Dobro in the Bar-Mshow. He is an integral partof the Bar-M operation andis featured nightly in theshootout.Originally from NewJersey, Singer, songwriter andinstrumentalist Dave Stewardadds hot guitar pickin’, solidbass playing and vocals for the “Bar-M Wranglers”and has lived in Moab for 23 years. He also doesvocal arrangements for the group. Dave has a CDof original music called “Wild West Heart” andalso a CD of classic cowboy songs called “Call ofthe Canyon.”The Bar-M Chuckwagon’s season runs Aprilthrough mid October. Dates vary with theseason, please call for schedule. See ad on Page20B. There is year-round availability for specialevents. Admission price includes dinner, livewestern show, games, gunfights, and gratuity: $26.95 foradults, children four to twelve years old are half priceand kids three and under are free. Call 259-BAR-M(2276) for reservations or visit their website at www.barmchuckwagon.com. Call today and Join the Fun!And be sure to mention you read about it in .

www.moabhappenings.comSTUNTS, STARS & LEGENDSMarguerite and Clifford HappyMarguerite was raised in Salinas, California. Shemarried Clifford in 1977 and moved to Newhall. DonHappy, her father-in-law assisted her in becoming anextra in the movie business. In 1979, in the film “1941”,stunt coordinator Terry Leonard converted her during afight routine which started off her stunt career.Her credits include: “Men in Black II”, “The Maskof Zorro”, “Runaway Bride”, “Charlie’s Angels FullThrottle” and in “Thelma and Louise”, which was filmedin Moab, Utah. During her stay in Moab, she was footprinted in cement at the Hollywood Stuntmen’s Hall ofFame, which was here from 1988 until 1996. While itwas open to the public, many Stars and Stunt People wereso honored. Marguerite is a member of The Women’sProfessional Rodeo Association ... her specialty is horsework, although she has joined the ranks of a well-roundedstuntwoman. Her family is a blessing and raising childrenis one of the most rewarding feats in life, while stunt workis the excitement which has been the icing on the cake.Marguerite and Clifford were inducted in theHollywood Stuntmen’s Hall of Fame in 2010, joiningmany of the stunt legends.Some of the other films Marguerite include: “CharlieChan and the Curse of the Dragon Queen” (1981), “WarGames” (1983), “Triumphs of a Man Called Horse”(1983), “Wanted:Dead or Alive” (1986), “Three Amigos”(1986), “Beauty and the Beast” (TV series) (1987),“Throw Momma from the Train” (1987), “She’s SoLovely” (1997), “The Nurse” (1997), “Back to the FuturePart Ill” (stunt double: Mary Steenburgen) (1990), andmany more.Clifford Happy was bornto Don and Edith Happy inNewhall, California and grew uparound the Rodeo business. Edithis an inductee of The nationalCowboy Hall of Fame and thePro Rodeo Cowboy Hall ofFame. Don was an NFR pick-upman in 1961 and 1962! Cliffordworked every event excellingin steer wrestling, calf roping,saddlebronc andbarebackridinggettinghis RCAcard at theyoung age of 13. He was a Cal PolyC.N.F.R. team champ in 1973, thelast year they won Nationals! Hisfather Don opened doors into thefilm business. Cliff quickly becamean established, well rounded,working stuntman and was askedto join Stuntmen’s Association ofMotion Pictures.Some of Clifford’s creditsinclude: “Lonesome Dove”,“The Good Old Boys”, “Dukesof Hazzard”, “U.S. Marshalls”,“Double Jeopardy”, which wasfilmed in Moab, Utah, “Men inBlack II”, “The Hunted”, “The Missing”, “Anchorman”,and “Geronimo: American Legend” (it was in 1993in Moab when he worked in this film. Recently hecoordinated stunts on “The Three Burials of MelquiadesMoab Happenings • August 2011 • 17AEstrada”. His and Marguerite’s two sons, Sean and Ryan,are third generation stuntmen and are carrying on thefamily legacy!Some of Clifford’s other films were: “Animal House”(1978), “Hooper” (1978), “The Villain” (1979), “The LongRiders” (1980), “Blue Thunder” (1983), “Spacehunter:Adventures in the Forbidden Zone” (1983), “Triumphs ofa Man Called Horse” (1983), “Silverado” (1985), “Northand South” (TV mini-series) (1985), “Three Amigos”(1986), “Pink Cadillac” (1989), “Ghostbusters II” (1989),“Glory” (1989), “El Diablo” (TV movie) (1990), “UnderSiege” (1992), “The Fugitive” (1993), “Batman Forever”(stunt double for Tommy Lee Jones) (1995), “Men InBlack” (1997), “Rough Riders” (TV movie) (1997), “ andmany more.The Hollywood Stuntmen’s Hall of Fame is presentlylooking for a new home. Anyone interested in becominga sponsor in this effort may contact John Hagner(Founder) at 435 260-2160. Tax deductible donations arewelcome and appreciated. Mailing address is: HollywoodStuntmen’s Hall of Fame (Attn: JohnHagner), 81 W. Kane Creek Blvd. -#12, Moab, Utah 84532. Website for the Hall of Fameis www.stuntmen.org. Go to Facebook and search outFalling For Stars. Then Artist of the Stars, then StuntStars and Legends.97.1Canyon Country AdventureSports Updates DailyCanyon Country AdventureSports7amUpdates- 9 amDaily7am - 9 am onYou get to drive aPolaris Razor/UTV on theworld famousHells Revenge Trail!*some restrictions may applyMoab Tourism Center Features:Booking Center for ActivitiesFree Area InformationBooks, Maps and SouvenirsUTV/Razor RentalsCan-Am Spyder RentalsAround Town Bicycle Rentals435-259-0959471 South Main Street #8www.MoabTourismCenter.com

18A • August 2011 • Moab HappeningsHISTORIC HAPPENINGSFROM COWPOKE TO PAINTSTROKE Artists take note: Among the early settlers of this areawere two fine artists whose work ranged from cowpoke topaintstroke.Dude Larsen and his wife Dot in their art studio in Kanab, Utah duringthe 1940s. Picture on the easel was painted by Dot.Casually referred to by family and friends as Dude andDot, they were an ambitious and talented couple whoselives were rooted in ranching. Lewis H. “Dude” Larsenwas born in 1909 at Professor Valley Ranch northeast ofMoab near the Colorado River. Dorothy “Dot” Robb, whomarried Dude in 1932, came from the Serpents Trail Ranchnear Fruita, Colorado.Both were essentially self-taught artists. Their favoredmedium: oil paints. Dude also wrote many poems toaccompany his paintings, and for awhile, Dot pennedromance novels but quit after her attempts failed to attracta publisher, according to her oldest daughter, Bette LarsenStanton of Moab.While many older residents of Moab and surroundingtowns may remember “The Cowboy Artist” and his wifeDot, Stanton has gone to great lengths over the years tokeep their story alive. Stanton, born at Serpents TrailRanch (now Colorado State Park), was the first of theLarsens’ four children.A historian and author herself, Stanton created anexhibit of her parents’ works for a special exhibit in 2003at the Dan O’Laurie Museum of Moab, and wrote a smallpamphlet to accompany the exhibit. Due to her efforts,a section of the Western Heritage Film Museum at RedCliffs Lodge was also dedicated for display of the Larsenworks and life story when Grand County moved its moviememorabilia to the main lodge of the resort in 2002-03.Visitors to the county’s film museum, about 14 milesupriver along Utah Highway 128, are admitted free of charge.Stanton remembers as a little girl watching howbrushstrokes created images she recognized in everydaylife of ranching and roaming the mountains and canyons ofsoutheastern Utah and the Grand Canyon, where the familylived on income from Dude’s paintings during the GreatDepression.“I think what was neat was every time they painted I’dask what they were painting, and they’d tell me, and thatthey were doing it so their descendants would know theirstory. The most important thing to my folks was they knewit was the end of the real Old West, and they wanted us toknow how it was,” Stanton said.In 1938, Dude acquired a loan to make a business outof his art and the family established a trading post and artstudio in Kanab, later buying a hotel and café. In Kanab,Dot began painting to keep up with the demand for theirwestern images reproduced as postcards. Stanton notedthat her parents netted about $30,000 annually in thoseyears, and she would haul the postcard shipments to thepost office in her little red wagon.Stanton’s grandparents, Mads and Elizabeth Larsenhad joined the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints(LDS, the Mormons) in 1855-56, after immigrating toAmerica from Denmark. With one daughter, they crossedthe Plains with one of the Mormon handcart companies.In compliance with a church custom that allowed pluralmarriage in those days, Mads Larsen took a second wife,Jane Bishop from England. With her, Larsen producedseven more children, among them Dude’s father, MadsThomas “Tom” Larsen, born in 1869. It was the secondmarriage that was the lineage of “The Cowboy Artist”whose range and paintings encompassed the classic Westof this area from Professor Valley up to the BookcliffMountains, and from Westwater Creek to Big Flats acrossto the La Sal Mountains.It was a vast territory to ride, and a breathtakingcountry to paint.Eventually, the artistic duo split up. Dude remarrriedand took up ranching with his new wife in Colorado. Dotunited with her first child Bette, whose children had grown,and they traveled extensively, ultimately settling in Moabin the 1980s, where Dot’s brother Nate lived. She died at82 in Moab. Dude passed away at Valley Park Ranch inColorado in 1997. He was 88.THE SCOUTOf more than 90 paintings the “Cowboy Artist” andhis wife Dot produced, some 75 were reproduced andsold as postcards up until the early 1950s. The duo haddistinctive styles of painting, and although the first cardpublished was painted by Dot Larsen, the back of the cardstates the image was “taken from an original oil paintingby the noted cowboy artist and poet, L.H. “Dude” Larsen.Family suggests it may have been a printing error, as thiswas one of Dot’s favorite artworks. It was used in a PBSdocumentary in 1998 on the early history of southeasternUtah.THE SIGNALDot Larsen imagined what an Indian war party wouldlook like and in 1945 painted a scene depicting hostileUtes readying for an attack on white folks. Her daughter,Bette Stanton, remembers that Dot worried about thenatives, especially during the Black Hawk War in Utah,when the Ute Tribe was ushered by U.S. military onto theUintah-Ouray Reservation.DinosaurRights & Wrongswww.moabhappenings.comRANGE FEUDIn 1940, painter L.H. “Dude” Larsen illustrated a classicprank pulled by cattle- and sheepherders butting headsover rangeland along the Colorado-Utah border in thelate 1800s and early 1900s. His classic western paintingdepicts two cowboys with 12-15 feet of rope tied to theirsaddlehorns and strung between them, which was thenused to fell another herder’s tent in the night. Accordingto lore, one sheepman got wise and set up his tent overa cedar tree stump which caught the rope and when thehorses lurched, the cowboys went flying. They were morecautious after that.When cowboys move a sheepcamp by nightThey feel they are doing thething that is rightBecause the range is theirsthey sayAnd it’s come on, sheepherderget on your way.ROUGH RANGEWranglers were wise to behaviors of agitated animals andworked fast and efficiently when rounding up cattle forbranding. Unfortunately, after cowboy Tom Larsen ropedand tied this steer to his saddlehorn, the rope snapped, thesteer snorted, and Tom had a pair of long horns bearingdown on him. He managed to scamper up the only treewithin short range just in time to avoid being impaled.His son, cowboy artist Dude Larsen, memorialized themoment in a painting and poem in 1939.Where the range is rough and the cattle wildA cowboy’s life is never mildFor many a critter just like this steerTRAPPING WILD CATTLEL.H. “Dude” Larsen sketched a scene of “a true lifeexperience from 1884” onto butcher paper, based on anincident where a wild cow charged at his Uncle AmasaLarsen at Big Flats, a mesa overlooking the Green andGrand (now Colorado) rivers. Using artist’s license,Dude depicted a steer chasing his father, Tom, who washelping Amasa round up wild cattle into a 3-sided corralwhere the canyon rim served as an invisible fence for thefourth side. Tom related that he fired above the animal totry to stop it, but precariously near the rim, he finally hadto kill the crazed cow. The episode inspired a paintingand one of Dude’s humorous poems.The canyon is deep.The rim is high;The end is nearFor you or I.I’ve one shell left,Now will it beDeath, for youOr for us three.For if perchanceThis shot should failWe’ll all go over the rim to ----Well. We’d never get back to tell the tale.

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SHOPPINGDININGMOAB HAPPENINGSENTERTAINMENTNIGHT LIFEVolume 23 Number 5 Section B August 20112011 Composer-in-Residence David Amramcomposed the scores to the first three filmsWednesday August 107:30 pm Star HallThe Manchurian Candidate (1962)John Frankenheimer, director;Frank Sinatra, Lawrence Harvey, Janet Leigh, Angela LansburyWednesday, August 177:30 pm Star HallSplendor in the Grass (1961)Elia Kazan, director;Warren Beatty, Natalie WoodWednesday, August 247:30 pm Star HallThe Young Savages (1961)John Frankenheimer, director;Burt Lancaster, Shelley Wintersfeaturing David AmramWednesday, August 31 7:30 pm Star HallPull My Daisy (1959) by Robert Frank & Alfred Leslie David. Amram’s jazz compositionopens this film, which is based on Jack Kerouac’s adaptation of the third act of his play,. Kerouac narrates. Cast includes David Amram, Ralph Bellamy,Gregory Corso, Allen Ginsberg, Alice Neal & Larry Rivers.David Amram: The First 80 Years (2011) by Lawrence Kraman.Western US premiere of a documentary about David Amram’s life and career.Meet the Artist: David AmramMichael Barrett interviews David Amram, & documentary filmmaker Lawrence Kramanto contextualize the screening of these two films.ALL SCREENINGS FREEDonations benefit Festival Community & Education ProgramsCo-presented with The Moab Times-Independent, Canyonlands Advertising, KZMU, MARC,Moab Film Commission, Canyonlands Film Society, Salt Lake Film CenterQuestions: call 435.259.70032011 Moab Music Festival David Amram Performances: September 3 at Red Cliffs Lodge and September 5 at Old City ParkMoab’s Largest Selection of Utah Beer!Come try one of our fresh ground (in house daily) burgers!We are confident that our burgers are thefreshest, juiciest and the most flavorful in town!Hamburger, Buffalo, Turkey, Salmon, VeggieOPEN EVERY DAYLUNCH starting at 11:30 amDINNER starting at 4:30 pmSUNDAY BRUNCH —11:30 am - 2:30 pmCenter & Main,in McStiffs Plaza435-259-BEER (2337)www.EddieMcStiffs.comOpen from 7:30 am to 10:30 pmLocally Roasted CoffeeEspresso • TeaSmoothies • Fresh JuicesToo many flavors to list...435-259-2420ICECREAMALLDAY!Call in orders welcome57 S. Main in McStiff’s Plazawww.WakeandBakecafe.com

2B • August 2011 • Moab HappeningsMOUNTAIN BIKINGMoab has become known worldwide as a mountain biking mecca. The canyon country around Moab offers some of themost unique and varied landscape on earth, from 13,000 foot peaks and high alpine meadows to high desert vistas above thesandstone canyons. Varied terrain and spectacular scenery bring riders from all over the world to Moab to try the trails. Oneof the most famous and popular is the Slickrock Trail. This trail is 12 miles of moderate-to-difficult riding on Navajosandstone, located a few minutes from Moab. There are many other trails and old jeep roads in the area which provide acomplete variety of mountain biking challenges. Several companies in the area can provide rentals and information.www.moabhappenings.comMountain Biking Mecca• MOAB CENTURY TOUR September 16-18, 2011This annual event is a weekend packed with road cyclingbenefiting the Moab Cancer Treatment and Resource Centerand other cancer survivorship Programs. Time trials, pastadinner, warm up and recovery rides complement the maincycling event Saturday over the famous La Sal Loop Road.Rolling and Climbing Routes ranging from 42 to 100miles on this fully supported road cycling tour. Visit www.skinnytireevents.com or 435.259.2698.• OUTERBIKE October 5-9, 2011 - Outerbike DemoDays: October 7-9 For three days, the world’s best bikemanufacturers will be set up at the Outerbike Expo site.You can walk through and see next year’s innovations,pick a bike you’d like to try, and take it for a ride. Repeatas needed. There are 20 miles of connected loops thatrange from fun and easy to technical and gnarly, and apaved bike path leading to two National Parks for roadrides. Your $150 registration fee buys you lunch, shuttledrides, prizes, movies, parties, and beer! Outerbike GuidedRides and Clinics: October 5-6 Show up before the DemoDays and join us for guided rides and clinics that willrange from the Whole Enchilada---an all day epic, to thenew Intrepid Trails that even your kids would love. Signup for these rides when you register for Outerbike DemoDays. Outerbike proceeds go to IMBA and the Moab TrailsAlliance.• 24 HOURS OF MOAB October, 2011 - An enduranceteam race which is growing in popularity with each year.The four-man teams ride a rugged course approximately12 miles south of Moab called the Behind the Rocks area.Produced by Granny Gear Productions. A world-class eventthat draws teams from all over the world. There is a fieldlimit of 450 teams plus solos and the race books up fasterevery year, so get your team entered early. Don’t miss thisincredible race!• MOAB HO-DOWN Mountain Bike Festival - October27, 28, 29, 30, 2011 Presented by Chile Pepper Bike Shop- this festival includes mountain bike races, dirt jumpcompetition, townie tour, costume party, movies at StarHall and loads of fun! Please call 435-259-4688 or visitwww.moabhodown.com for more information.• SKINNY TIRE FESTIVAL March, 2012Three rides of the Skinny Tire Festival highlight Moab'sdifferent road riding opportunities. The first day followsthe mighty Colorado River corridor downstream passingby ancient Puebloan petroglyphs. The next two days leavethe valley and climb the beautiful canyon roads into redrock country to Dead Horse Point State Park and throughArches National Park. Channel the energy of riding throughthis grandeur of Moab's canyon country by putting purposebehind your cycling. This event raises funds for cancersurvivorship programs. For more information contact (435)259-2698 or visit www.SkinnyTireEvents.com.• 3 RD ANNUAL GRAN FONDO MOAB May, 2012The Gran Fondo Moab will be emulating an old Italiantradition. We will be riding the most spectacular mountainpass in the Manti-La Sals, widely known as the Loop Road.We will start and finish in the beautiful red rocks of Moaband will climb over 5000 feet in 64 miles. This event willnot be run as a sanctioned race, as a majority of the riderswill be participating for the enjoyment of riding a signedroute through beautiful scenery with their friends andteammates. That said, as any serious cyclist knows, thereis also satisfaction with not only completing an epic ridebut with comparing your times with other riders afterward.RIM CYCLERY“The Hub of Cycling in Moab”

www.moabhappenings.comThis is a group of classic, technical trails connectedtogether for more than 26 miles dropping 7,000’ feetfrom the La Sal Mountains to the Colorado River atHighway 128 (with plenty of climbs inbetween totaling2,000’). All in all, The Whole Enchilada is a delicious,spicy blend of varied ingredients that make up a wildlytasty ride.Burro Pass is “The Jalapeno” of this ride. It’ll burnyour lungs on the700 foot, 20%grade climb fromthe trailhead tothe pass, thenburn coming outas you descend1400 feet throughloose rocks androots with steep,tight switchbacks,eventuallycooling off tosweet ridingthrough tall fir, up through aspens, then alongside MillCreek (with 5 crossings) to Warner Lake.Hazard County is “The Green Sauce”. It’s spreadover the top andspicy enough tomake you screamout “Yee-Haw!”After a short climb,the trail opens upto a fast threemilerun with anumber of optionalopportunities forgetting some air,down betwixt thecows and oakswhere the trailbecomes tighterand twistier as itcarries you in and out of aspen groves. This section is afavorite that leaves a good taste in your mouth and 1000feet lower.Upper Porcupine Singletrack (UPS) (via a shortconnecting stretch of the Kokopelli jeep road throughburnt trees) is “The Smooth Creamy Cheese Sauce”consisting of a melt-in-your-saddle blend of windingsingletrack with rolling slickrock among the pinions.There are, of course, a number of tech sections to remindyou that this meal ain’t for the kiddies.Lower Porcupine Singletrack (LPS) makes up“The Beans” of the meal. It causes fits of pressure andTRAIL HAPPENINGSTrail of the Month: The Whole Enchiladapuckering as you make your way though the sometimessandy, foliage-lined canalswhich can suddenly openup and put you on the edgeof a cliff or the openingof The Notch. There arenumerous places to testyour skills, courage, sanityand helmet.Porcupine Rim ismost certainly “The Meat”of this more-than-fillingride at about 11miles and 3000feet descent to theriver. You havea nice selectionof meats. Beef: Advanced riders with a side ofdownhill bikes wrapped in armor with a largedose of chile to boot. Pork: Those of us runningour cross country gear hoping that we end theride with some, but not too much, hot saucedripping from our knees and elbows. Chicken:Intermediate riders who are smart enough toget off their bikes on the truly scary parts eventhough they feel like a chicken. And Vegetarian:Beginners talked into riding a trail and findingthe experience, other than the views, largelyindigestible. The trail is peppered with loose rocks atopTrail Mix is an advisory committee to Grand County in the development andmaintenance of non-motorized trails. The committee represents non-motorizedusers including bikers, hikers, equestrians, and skiers. Many governmentagencies and private citizens make up the “mix” that makes this group workso well. Come join us on the 2nd Tues. of each month from 12-2 at the GrandCenter (500W. 182 N.). Everyone is welcome. Contact Sandy Freethey 259-0253 or find us online at wwwgrandcountyutah.net/trailmix/. You may alsoreach us at moabtrailmixinfo@gmail.com.Moab Happenings • August 2011 • 3Bslickrock on the jeep road, with mouthwatering drops, shorthot, steppy climbs and places to drop off a cliff (on our lastride we saw someone fall off their bike and tumble withinabout six feet of the edge of a sheer cliff). Something foranyone to sink their teeth into.Additional “Must” Ingredients:The Trail Mix staff and volunteers are “The Chef ” whocut, blend and cook the ingredients into a delicious ride.Shuttle Operators (check with local bike shops) are“The Servers” who keep you from having to do all the workof shuttling yourself. If you shuttle yourself, add a coupleof hours to get back to the trailhead to pick up your car andget back.Tour Operators are “The Tortilla”which wraps all the yummy ingredientstogether to make “The WholeEnchilada” a much more satisfyingmeal, by making sure parts of yourenchilada don’t fall out into your lap.So, savor the flavor--you’ve justeaten The Whole Enchilada! Or maybejust some of it, saving the rest for later,because sometimes you just can’t do itall at once.For bail-out (spur trail) optionsalong The Whole Enchilada, visitUtahMountainBiking.com.Too much stuff tocarry home?There's an easier way.IN OUR NEW LOCATION375 SOUTH MAINOn the corner of Main and Grand in front of City Market

4B • August 2011 • Moab HappeningsSUSTAINABLE HAPPENINGSPreserving Summer’s BountySustainable Moab means sustaining relationships.Talking to people about chickens in the backyard, linedrying clothes, or preserving food, as I did this month, sooften comes down to getting to know neighbors, recallinghow grandma did it, or using recipes passed along byfriends and family. Whether talking to Katherine F.Holyoak about canning and drying, or Sue deVall abouther outdoor canning kitchen and freezing of conveniencefoods, or Kalen Jones about his storage cellar, stories wereas abundant as the techniques they shared.On this late June afternoon Katherine is dryingapricots in her electric dehydrator.I notice she has it outside so that itdoesn’t heat up the house. She alsohas cookie sheets lined with plasticwrap, then blended apricots spreadthinly on them to dry in the sun.To keep out flies, she has a finemesh cloth over the trays, and theyare on five foot high racks to keepout larger pests (grand children?).When we go back inside, she givesme a jar of apricot jam whichshe has just put up. She uses herblender to puree the apricots, sayingthat she doesn’t like “glumpy” jam.Besides drying and making jams from her apricots, sheputs them up fresh in a light syrup.Katherine still has a few bottles of cucumber saucefrom 2010. One of the advantages of canning (mostpeople use bottles, but still call it canning) is that it doesn’trequire the electricity of freezing or refrigerating. A cool,dark storage place is ideal to maintain the fruit’s colorand texture. The other advantage is that canned fruits andvegetables can be stored for more than one year while mostfrozen goods really are best used within three months.Using a chest freezerthat doesn’t selfdefrost will extend thelife of frozen foods.Katherine’scucumber sauce isa recipe from hermother-in-law, RuthHolyoak, who called itchow chow. Anotherof her favorite recipesis for chili sauce fromLiza Burr. Katherinerecalls her fourteenthbirthday party inSalina Canyon whena friend indignantlydemanded, “What’s this watermelon seed doing in mychili?” Katherine explained that during the Second WorldWar sugar was so tightly rationed that her grandmotherused watermelon juice to sweeten her chili sauce. Otherproducts Katherine cans are raspberries, peaches, pears,tomatoes, pickled beets and cherries. To keep it simple,she only cans fruits and vegetables that do not require apressure cooker. Her motto is,“If it’s not simple, I don’t do it.”Simple and easy is alsoone of Sue deVall’s criteria forcanning. Hence, she does itoutside on her deck in CastleValley. “It is just too damn hotto do it inside, it’s greener, andthe cleanup is just a matter ofturning on the hose.” Whenthey could glean tomatoes fromthe Day Star Academy’s fields,Sue might have had threecanners and four friends puttingup whole tomatoes, juice, andBloody Mary mix. She also cans peaches, apricots, andapple sauce on the north side deck.Sue takes advantage of her chest freezer to store“convenience” foods. For example, when she can getthe Saratoga, Utah onions in the fall she caramelizes andfreezes them in small portions in freezer bags, ready toflavor anything from a roast to soup. She does the samewith garlic from her garden. I have found that eggplantsliced, brushed with olive oil, and grilled keeps very wellfrozen and makes great moussaka or lasagna.For the technical details of canning and freezing foodsof all kinds, Utah State University Cooperative Extensionwww.moabhappenings.comand Vaughan. An expert at your elbow is important forsafety and good quality products. After spending the timeto raise, harvest, prepare, and preserve your produce, thelast thing you want is mushy broccoli because you didn’tblanch it long enough to stop the enzyme action.Getting back to easy, the easiest way of storing someproduce is in the root cellar or just in the ground. KalenJones stores cabbage, potatoes, apples, onions, garlic,shallots, and beets in his root cellar. The cellar itself is afive-foot long piece of culvert five feet in diameter. Beforeburying it in the north facing slope, he had a metal platewelded on one end anda door on the other. Onthe exposed end withthe door, there are twoscreened vents, onelow and one high toencourage circulation.He has shelves built in,and the food is storedin crates or cardboardboxes. Some vegetablesdo well stored in sand topreserve moisture andothers such as apples dowell wrapped in paper toslow their own ripeningand their naturalexhausting of ethylene which encourages other things toripen. In Kalen’s words, “The cellar is an important part ofproviding our own food throughout the year.”The easiest way of preserving root vegetables is just toleave them in the ground. Carrots, parsnips, and beets canbe left in the ground and dug as needed all winter whenmulched well with leaves or straw. A trick from Kalen is toput the mulch inside of a large plastic yard bag and placethe bag over the row. Then you lift the whole thing off todig the roots with little mess.Simple is relative, of course, and so is cost. A canof heavily subsidized corn is cheap on the super marketshelf, but comes in a poor second on taste and nutritionscales compared to corn you took from garden to freezer inan hour. When you add in satisfaction, the work balanceswings into the “It’s Worth It” part of the scale.Correction for the June article on bees implied thatdrones, like workers and queens, grow from fertilizedeggs. They are the product of unfertilized eggs.435-259-4080543 North Main St.Hummer & ATV ToursDirt Bike, Jeep & ATV Rentalswww.moabtourcompany.ushas a web page with a link to food preservation. From thereyou can get the overview of safe food handling and specificssuch as “Getting Crisp Home Pickled Vegetables”. Utahfruits are listed. Under apples, for example, you can learnhow to can, freeze, pickle, make jelly and chutney, dry,and cellar them. My favorite print source is a book calledPutting Food By by three Vermonters--Greene, Hertzberg,

www.moabhappenings.comMoab Happenings • August 2011 • 5BMOAB STUDIO TOUR HAPPENINGSMoab Artists’ Studio Tour, September 3rd and 4th (Labor Day Weekend)Now in its eighth year, the 2011 Moab Artists StudioTour will take place on Saturday and Sunday, September3rd and 4th (Labor Day Weekend) from 10 to 4. A previewof the artists’ work will be presented before the Friday,September 2nd performance at Star Hall.The Studio Tour has always been a well attended, livelyevent and this year, it will be even more exciting as 16 artistsworking in a variety of media will open their work spacesto welcome visitors and give them an even broader view ofthe creativity and versatility of the artists who call Moabhome. Through conversation and demonstration, visitorscan gain understanding of style, process, inspiration andhow Moab’s unique environment so powerfully affects eachartist’s work.The Artists:Bruce Hucko is a well known Moab fine artsphotographer, author and educator. Visitors to his studioare always rewarded by his enthusiasm and willingness toanswer questions and demonstrate some of his techniquesand expertise.Needles District landscape by photographer BruceHuckoNick Eason creates one-of-akindsculptures which blend thegraceful forms of nature with thebeauty of wood or stone. His workhas led to numerous awards fromcompetitions and juried shows inthe west.North Frank loves to createpaintings about life on earth. Sheworks both in a studio setting andplein air and her media includesacrylics, watercolor and watersoluble oils on canvas and paper.wood sculptor Nick EasonScott and Katy Andersonoils, her favorite subjects are from nature and her paletteis alive with color!Phil Wagner is a poet, painter and says he is currentlyout on parole. Visit him at Robin’s studio for details.Scott and Katy Anderson will be showing theirbeautiful wood and stone creations, from utensils tosculptures, all made of local materials. They are movingcloser to town and will welcome visitors to a workplace that may still be a work in progress. Checkit out.J.C. Borders is an accomplished pastel painterand instructor and this year he will be hosting fellowartists and students at his own studio for the MoabStudio Tour.Robin Straub paintingA group showing is always fun so be sure to join them.The following artists will be there:T.J. (Tim) Morse has been a working watercolorist andoil painter for more than 20 years, working in the studioand in plein air. He’s been part of the Moab arts communitysince 1991 and founded The Overlook Gallery in 1996.Victoria Fugit has always loved the natural world andhopes to convey the beauty, joy and connection to Spiritshe feels while observing and painting the amazing worldwe live in.Helen Becker states that before moving to Moab herpastel paintings had never met such beautiful and timelessscenery. “Some kind of inner energy drives me to paint,and paint, en plein air and inside the studio.”Peggy Harty has worked with a variety of media mostof her life and 3 years ago, began working with pastels,leading to winning awards each year in the Palisade ArtLovers show for her landscape and floral paintings.Sarah Hamingson is inspired by the land around us andher travels, near and far. She paints in pastel in the studioand outdoors and loves pastels for theirimmediacy, rich colorand direct applicationto paper.All of the MoabStudio Tour artistswelcome you and thankyou for participating!Tour maps willbe available at eachstudio and www.moabstudiotour.comBob Ridges GourdJacci Weller paintingNorth FrankJonathan Frank is a full-time Moab artist and hiswork has appeared in many juried state, national, andinternational exhibitions. He has received numerousawards, and has been recognized in a variety of print mediafor his achievements.Jacci Weller’s acrylic paintings are energetic, realismbasedinterpretations of desert landscape and flora. Hercanvases are colorful, thoughtfully painted and generallywell received.Bob Ridges findshis artistic passionin growing his owngourds and transformingthem into unique pots,bowls, dippers, musicalinstruments and avariety of other usefuland ornamental objects.Robin Straub hasbeen painting outsideand in her studio for15 years. Trained inJacci Weller watercolor, acrylics and

6B • August 2011 • Moab Happenings TheSky for August 2011SKY HAPPENINGSwww.moabhappenings.comSUNRISEAND SUNSET TIMES(The time of sunrise and sunsetassumes a flat horizon. Actualtime may vary depending upon thelandscape.)DATE SUNRISE SUNSET1 6:20am 8:29pm2 6:21am 8:28pm3 6:22am 8:27pm4 6:22am 8:26pm5 6:23am 8:25pm6 6:24am 8:23pm7 6:25am 8:22pm8 6:26am 8:21pm9 6:27am 8:20pm10 6:28am 8:19pm11 6:29am 8:18pm12 6:30am 8:16pm13 6:30am 8:15pm14 6:31am 8:14pm15 6:32am 8:13pm16 6:33am 8:11pm17 6:34am 8:10pm18 6:35am 8:09pm19 6:36am 8:07pm20 6:37am 8:06pm21 6:38am 8:04pm22 6:38am 8:03pm23 6:39am 8:02pm24 6:40am 8:00pm25 6:41am 7:59pm26 6:42am 7:57pm27 6:43am 7:56pm28 6:44am 7:54pm29 6:45pm 7:53pm30 6:46pm 7:52pm31 6:46am 7:50pmMAJOR CONSTELLATIONSOF AUGUSTOverheadAquilaCygnusHerculesLyraNorthwardCassiopeiaCepheusDracoUrsa MajorUrsa MinorEastwardAndromedaAquariusPegasusPerseusSouthwardCapricornusOphiucusSagittariusScorpiusWestwardBootesCorona BorealisLibraVirgoDAYLENGTHDaylength shortens by one hour five minutes this month.Sunrise occurs 26 minutes later by the end of the month andsunset arrives 39 minutes earlier. The times for sunrise andsunset are calculated for a flat horizon, so actual times mayvary depending upon the surrounding landscape. Twilightextends the period of usable light about 45 minutes on eachend of the day. Civil twilight provides adequate light formost activities for one-half hour before sunrise and aftersunset. Nautical twilight covers the 30-minute periodbefore civil twilight in the morning and after civil twilightin the evening. In the morning sky light spreads from theFollow the Milky Way from Cassiopeia in the northernsky through Cygnus and the Summer Triangle and on toSagittarius in the southern sky. Gaze through the stars at thewestern edge of Sagittarius and into the center of our galaxy—over 26,000 light years away.Whether flying for business or pleasure,Grand Junction Regional Airport has over 19 daily nonstopflights year-round to six major U.S. hubs and over500 one-stop connections to cities around the world.TO FIND THE BEST AVAILABLE FARE OR TO BOOK YOUR FLIGHT,VISIT WWW.GJAIRPORT.COM.gjairport.com 970-244-9100Eeastern horizon across thesky slowly revealing the vividScolors of the local landscape. During eveningtwilight color and details of the landscape fade from view.In the final phase of twilight—astronomical twilight-- theskies are dark overhead but light lies along the horizon foranother half hour.MOON HAPPENINGSAugust 6 – First Quarter Moon sets soon aftermidnight.August 13 – A slightly waning Full Moon risesat 8:00pm.August 21 – Last Quarter Moon rises shortly beforemidnight.August 28 – New Moon occurs at 9:04pm.(The time of moonrise and moonset assumes a flathorizon. Actual time may vary.)METEOR EVENTSTake advantage of the moonless night of August 1 to viewthe Capricornid Meteor Shower. Its radiant, Capricornus,can be found along the band of the zodiac. Look forScorpius, the scorpion, low in the easternsky. Sagittarius (posing as a teapot) followsto the left with the Milky Way swirling downbetween the two constellations. Capricorn(shaped somewhat like a boomerang) risesto the left of Sagittarius, followed soon byAquarius. The Capricornids are not the mostprolific meteor shower but they produce someof the brightest meteors of the major meteorshowers. Viewing can begin at the end ofastronomical twilight, but the best time is stillafter midnight. By then, some of the leftoversfrom the Delta Aquarid Meteor Showers(radiant Aquarius) may also be visible.A full moon washes out one of the bestmeteor showers of the year—the Perseids.They peak on the night of August 12/13,Nwhich is the night before this month’s fullmoon. However, with up to 60 meteors perhour at its peak, the best and brightest willstill be visible. Viewing will be good fromAugust 9 - September 20. The very bestopportunity may be in the early morninghours before astronomical twilight. Perseus(radiant for this shower) follows Cassiopeiaacross the northern sky.DARK SKY GAUGEThe four stars of the Little Dipper’s basketMoab UT (at City Hall)38 ° 34’ N Latitude - 109 ° 33’ W Longitude4048 ft - 1234 m ElevationHold the star chart high above yourhead and match the compassdirections to the direction youare facing. Adjust the starchart by orienting UrsaMajor (Big Dipper) tomatch its position inthe sky.WThe star chartapproximatesthe sky fromastronomicaltwilight tomidnight. As thenight and monthprogresses, theconstellations shifttoward the northwest.The celestial equatoris measured in hours (h).The ecliptic is measured indegrees.provide a gauge for measuring the darkness ofthe night sky. The Little Dipper is much fainter thanits companion, the Big Dipper, which is comprised mostlyof magnitude +2 stars. The basket of the Little Dipper hasone magnitude +2 star and one +3 star. They form the outeredge of the basket. The two inner stars of the basket aremagnitude +4 and +5. If all four stars are visible, thenthe quality of the night sky is good and faint +5 and +6stars are visible below the North Star (Polaris) which isa +2 magnitude star. A +6 magnitude marks the limit ofvisibility for naked-eye stargazing. Primary Sources:USGS; U.S. Naval Observatory; Your Sky at http://www.fourmilab.ch/yoursky/To find out when the space shuttle and InternationalSpace Station are visible from your location, go to:http://spaceflight.nasa.gov/realdata/sightings/index.htmlVISIBLE PLANETSJupiter - Look for Jupiter in the eastern sky aroundmidnight in Aquarius. It rises an hour or two afterSaturn sets, depending upon the surrounding landscape.Find it high overhead in morning twilight. (Magnitude-2.7)Mars - Early morning twilight offers the bestchance to see Mars. Look for a red, albeit faint, diskabout 40 to 60 degrees below Jupiter (see Note belowregarding apparent distances in the sky). On themorning of August 25, find Mars to the right of the twinstars of Gemini, with a thin crescent moon to its right.(Magnitude +1.4)Saturn - The golden planet moves this month toa position low on our western horizon and sets beforemidnight. It remains paired with the star Porrima, bothto the right of the bright blue star Spica (all in Virgo).Be sure to enjoy its presence now because it disappearsfrom view at month’s end. (Magnitude +0.9)

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14B • August 2011 • Moab HappeningsMORE HAPPENINGSMovie & Western Memorabilia Museumat Red Cliffs Lodgethe area, and displays about the western ranching heritage.For information, call Red Cliffs Lodge at 259-2002.Through the magnificent landscapes of southeasternUtah, writers have been inspired and stories born here.Zane Grey, the famous western novelist, traveled throughthe area in 1912. His visit inspired him to write his book . The book was made into amovie starring Ed Harris and Amy Madigan, and filmedon locations around Moab.www.moabhappenings.comRed Cliffs Lodge, on the banks of the mighty ColoradoRiver, is home to the Moab Museum of Film & WesternHeritage. The lodge is built on the old George WhiteRanch, a key location for nine of the big westerns including , and .The late George White was founder of the Moab toMonument Valley Film Commission, the longest ongoingfilm commission in the world.In the museum one can learn more about film locations,how the sets are built, and how the filming process ismanaged on nature's own sound stage. On display inthe museum are production photographs, movie posters,autographed scripts, props from the many pictures filmed inA-26-11A partial list of starsthat have made movies in MoabJohn Wayne, Maureen O'Hara, Henry Fonda,Lee Marvin, Rock Hudson, Jimmy Stewart,Richard Boone, Anthony Quinn, Mickey Rooney,Shirley Temple, Kris Kristofferson, Billy Crystal,Robert Duvall, Gene Hackman, Bill Murray,Jack Palance, Susan Sarandon, Geena Davis, TedDanson,Tom Cruise, and many more.

16B • August 2011 • Moab Happeningswww.moabhappenings.comMoab Autumn 10K RunOn September 24, 2011, a new running eventwill be held in Moab. Three runs will be held thatmorning – a 10K, 5K, and Kids’ K – with all threebeginning and ending at Swanny Park. All proceedsfrom the event will go to benefit the students ofMoab Charter School (MCS) and the Grand CountyHigh School Boys and Girls Cross Country teams.The event is intended to be both competitive and fun,following an out-and-back course along 500 Westand partway down Kane Creek Road and then backto Swanny Park. All participants will receive a t-shirt,a finishing medal, and post-race refreshments. Thefinishing medals were made by K-6 students in MoabCharter’ programs through an annual event. “Wethought that a healthy, outdoor event like a 10K wouldbe a great draw for local community members andrunners looking for a reason to visit beautiful Moab,”says Joe Heywood, MCS Director. “We are trying toput together a very family friendly running event,where all finishers get medals made by the kids, andthe Kids’ K providing a great opportunity for childrento get the feel of a race with a real finish line andcheering crowds. We realize it may take several yearsto develop into an event of significant size, but I hopethis becomes something people can look forward toyear after year. We thought that with the success of theCanyonlands Half Marathon, the Other Half, and theEDUCATION HAPPENINGSWinter Sun 10K, and many other races, this race canfit neatly into Moab’s annual running calendar. Withall funds going to kids, it gives the event an addedpurpose, too.” So, if you’re looking for a reason to getout and run before the weather turns too cold, come onout to enjoy this new Moab race. It doesn’t matter ifyou want to run, walk, or do a little combination of thetwo, all are invited to what should be a very enjoyableevent. To register for the 10K, 5K, or Kids’ K, pleasego to the website at www.moabautumnrun.org.Canyon Country Discovery Center and Four Corners Schoolhave new home north of MonticelloKeeping the HEATturned up for higher education in Grand County!Utah State University recently purchased the old cityhall building adjacent to USU’s current building at 125 West200 South from the Moab Investment and DevelopmentCompany. Senior partner for MIDC, Joe Kingsley, stated:“We recognize the value higher education has on a communityand we worked with USU to substantially discount the priceso they could acquire the building within their budget.”Steve Hawks, Executive Director and Associate Deanfor the Moab Center, praised the working relationship withJoe Kingsley and his associates. He added; “The purchaseof this building is a needed next step to meet the demands ofgrowing enrollments in our community. For the immediatefuture we are adding four classrooms and four administrativeoffices in the new building. Enrollments at the Moab Centerhave seen significant increases, more than doubling in thepast two years. Much of this growth is due to new fulltimefaculty members, degree programs, certificates, andpre-requisite classes that have never been available in ourcommunity. These programs include medical assisting,certified nursing assistant, criminal justice, social work, andrecreation resource management. In the near future we willbe able to offer such classes as microbiology and physiology.”Steve Hawks further notes; “The purchase of thisbuilding does not stop the vision of having a regional campusin our community. If anything the new building allows usto grow and build programs, faculty, and a larger body ofstudents. Our vision remains the same and that is to have acollege campus south of Moab within the next several years.”Rick Thompson, Floyd Humphreys and Sam Sturman watch asJoe Kingsley hands over the keys to the front door of the old cityhall building to Steve Hawks from Utah State University.The Four Corners School of Outdoor Education ispleased to announce its groundbreaking for the CanyonCountry Discovery Center (CCDC) August 12th from5-7pm. The Discovery Center is designed to be the newcampus of Four Corners School of Outdoor Educationand to serve as a significant destination point for thetwo million visitors who travel through the heart of theColorado Plateau each year as well as local residents.The Discovery Center will be located on 48 acres justnorth of Monticello. If you look west at the Monticellowelcome sign on the north side of town, you will see thelocation for the project. Over the next few years, a 21,635square foot LEEDS-certified facility is planned to be builton the site.A four-year, $8.6 million campaign is in process toraise the funds necessary to build and operate the facility.Four Corners School founder Janet Ross reports thatfundraising for the Discovery Center project is going well.In 2002, two members of the City of MonticelloEconomic Development Committee proposed the ideaof a hands-on, informal educational science center thatthey believed would create new opportunities for thearea’s students, teachers, families, and economy. Over thefollowing years, the idea was developed and expanded bythe Economic Development Committee and their chosenpartner, Four Corners School of Outdoor Education.The Discovery Center will design all its programsaround an educational philosophy known as “place-basededucation.” Place-based education helps students learnabout the world by first developing a deep knowledge oftheir own community’s history, culture, and ecology--aknowledge of their own “place.” The Discovery Institutefor Conservation Education will offer all its programmingfrom multiple perspectives, and be designed for multipleages and diverse audiences, including Navajo, Hispanic,Hopi, and Anglo--all cultures of the place called theColorado Plateau.In accord with its educationalphilosophy, all of Discovery Centerprograms will be based on fivecontent areas related to the ColoradoPlateau. They are Natural History andLandscapes of the Colorado, People andPlace of the Colorado Plateau, CanyonCountry Land Use and Energy, CanyonCountry Astronomy and Weather, andWater and its effects on the Region.The Discovery Center will offer bothonsite and outreach outdoor educationprograms around their Colorado Plateaucontent areas, including: Hands-onlearning stations, with all signs and otherwritten literature in English, Navajo,and Spanish. Outdoor Classroomelements will be Constellation Circles,Analemma, Pond and Wetlands,Nature Playscape, Animal Tracks, a Colorado Rivermodel, stream table, geo-strata wall, Vertical Axis WindTurbines, Ethnobotany Trails and Gardens, Solar DisplayPanel, Dendrochronology benches, and a Wildlife Puzzle.Astronomy will be a special part of the outdoor classroomwith a complete roll-off roof observatory, already on site.Teacher education programs will be offered both asonsite and outreach programs. Professional development atCCDC will ultimately lead to certification in place-basededucation.Research programs will be directed by a full timePh.D. Research Director and run by short and long-termvisiting researchers and their students. A small field labwill be available for researchers as well.A conference/community meeting hall and classroomwill be included. The 2,000 square foot dividable area willbe used for conference groups, local clubs and specialevents, and will accommodate up to 150 participants.CCDC classes will also be held and a bouldering wall isplanned for after school activities.Certification programs will be offered in outdoorleadership, range/recreation, archaeology, and place-basededucation certification. For more information go to www.fourcornersschool.org or call 435-587-2156 to attend thegroundbreaking event.

www.moabhappenings.comASTROLOGY HAPPENINGSYour Monthly Horoscope - August 2011July 23 - Aug. 24 Leo: Happy Birthday Leo. Make sureyou are clear in all your communicationsand plans the first three weeks ofAugust, but especially on the 5th, 9th,and 17th. Don’t be caught braggingon the 5th. Under play everything thesecond week of August. Just be JamesBond and you’ll do fine. Everyone is walking around ina fog the third week of the month, so take care to avoidaccidents. After the 24th you focus more on your cash.Your best days for money matters are the 28th and the 30th.Aug. 24 - Sept. 22 Virgo: You may feel a little run downthis month. Let those around you knowin no uncertain terms that you needyour rest, especially on the 5th, 9th,11th, and 17th. Secrets are only secretsif you keep them. Don’t give any awayon the 5th. Avoid crazy people wantingto date you on the 11th, or people who have trouble focusingtheir eyes during the entire third week of August. After the24th your energy level returns. Just have fun the last fewdays of the month.Sep. 23 - Oct. 23 Libra: Keep communications withyour friends as clear as possible thismonth as you will be spending a lot oftime with them. Days to watch out forare the 5th, 9th and 17th. Dream yourfuture this month and take your timedoing it so you get it right. Avoid crazypeople at the office on the 11th and any friends who areon drugs the third week of the month. After the 24th youwill probably like to get some down time as your batteriesare getting low. Let the stars bring the fun to you the lastweek of August.Oct. 24 - Nov. 22 Scorpio: Work at keeping all yourinter-office communications as clear aspossible. Triple check everything on the5th, 9th, 11th, and 17th. Stay away fromany militant religious wackos on the 5thand the office water cooler crowd theentire third week of August. Also, don’t stoop to passingalong rumors or gossip this month. After the 24th you justwant to party with your friends and have fun. The last weekof August is built just for that purpose. Enjoy.Nov. 23 - Dec. 21 Sagittarius: Your church group needs aleader who can keep instructions clear thismonth. You will love showing them howeasy that can be with notes on the 5th,9th, 11th, and the 17th. Someone will betrying to separate you from your cash onthe 5th, and keeping clear of anyone who looks suspiciousor threatening would be a good idea during the third week.After the 24th your career needs your attention. There arematters needing to be handled that have been put off. Getthem out of the way quickly the last week of August.Dec. 22 - Jan. 20 Capricorn: There’s confusion over thejoint checking account this month. Keepthings as accurately as possible for thefirst three weeks but don’t expect to findthe solution to the problem until after the27th. Avoid overconfidence on the 5thand stay clear of angry partners duringthe third week of the month. After the 24th things calmdown and you can accomplish many things that have beenon hold. Use the last week to launch a new project you’vebeen hold back on, as well.Jan. 21 - Feb. 18 Aquarius: Keeping communicationsclear with your partners is key thismonth. If you’re married, notes on the‘fridge are a big help and you don’t looklike a nag…’ well, not that much. Allowfor others not paying attention. Watch outfor the office bully on the 5th, they arein a twitchy mood. Also avoid anyone who can feed youmisinformation during the third week on the month. Afterthe 24th your focus moves to handling matters about jointlyheld assets. If you can’t balance the checkbook right offwait until after the 27th. Take the last days of August andhave some fun.Feb. 19 - Mar. 20 Pisces: Double check instructionson the job this month. There’s a goodchance someone got it wrong, anddoing things twice is a pain and it costsa lot of money. A lover is scrapping fora fight on the 5th, so be warned. Guardyourself and avoid vagueness betweenyou and your partner during the third week. After the 24thyou focus more on your partner and the last week of themonth portends to having a good time no matter what youdo in their company.Moab Happenings • August 2011 • 17BMar. 21 - Apr. 20 Aries: Hints and innuendo between youand a lover could get really messed upthis month and that can lead to missedopportunities and hurt feelings. So whenit comes to romance, stay honest, clearand above board. Don’t take anything forgranted with your sweetie on the 5th asoverconfidence can backfire on you. You should stay awayfrom any office loonies who shuffle their feet and mumbleon the 11th, 15th, and 17th. After the 24th you pay moreattention to getting the work out of the door and the lastweek of the month is set to assist you in this endeavor.Apr. 21 - May 21 Taurus: Be on guard about fouledcommunications at home this month.Don’t leave your child waiting for you topick them up after practice or forgettinga birthday. Bad form. Keep things clearand go over the plan often. Don’t letoverconfidence in your physical abilitiesland you with a sprain or worse on the 5th. The craziesare loose in the office during the third week, be warned.After the 24th you get to focus on pet projects and the kids.Take the last week to get back to some quality time withwhatever it is that brings you joy.May 22 - June 21 Gemini: Murphy’s Law will be rulingyour life if you are not careful this month,and let me add that what goes wrong willhappen at the worst time possible. Doubleand triple check plans, communicationsand look out when you get behind thewheel, especially on the 5th. Just because you can drivedoesn’t mean you can break the rules. Wack jobs areeverywhere it seems during the third week of the month.After the 24th you can spend some quality time at home.Gather friends and family for an extended party.June 22 - July 22 Cancer: Financial matters get reallymessed up this month. Perhaps pushingthings out to the end of the month ispossible to avoid making matters worse.It’s not that you lack cash; it’s trying tofigure out how much and where it is, ifthat makes any sense to you. You can getit all fixed after the 27th. Don’t go on a spending spree onthe 5th. That would be bad. Talking about the confusionjust makes matters worse on the 9th, 15th, 11th, and 17th.After the 24th you get moving with great results. 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18B • August 2011 • Moab HappeningsAROUND MOAB HAPPENINGSWomen's Redrock Music FestivalDriving into the town of Torrey, Utah and witnessingagain the splendor of the red rocks that surround you, onegets the feeling that they are coming into the arms of an oldlove that stepped forward to welcome you back. It is herethat the past four Augusts have seen hundreds of musiclovers that make their way to this enchanted little townto assemble together in the shadows of the red rock andunder the stars and cottonwoods to hear music previouslyunimagined in sleepy Wayne County.This summer, August 12-13 will see faithful veteransand newcomers which will gather again to enjoy what hasbecome, one of the best music festivals in the West. Thetwo-day festival—now in its 5th year—is organized byCarol Gnade, Jeri Tafoya, Laurie Wood, and Lu Prickett—attracts its audience from all over the country and manyfrom around the world. Last year the festival drew acrowd of nearly 600 – the limit to how many are allowedon the grounds of Robber’s Roost Bookstore.The musicians perform with a background ofstunning red rock and the audience enjoys thecoolness of the August evenings. Torrey has thesame elevation as Snowbird (despite being justa few miles from Capitol Reef where afternoonAugust temperatures can reach the high 90’s)which make for some perfect evenings.“Part of building this festival into what itis today is doing it with such a great group ofambitious women that make it happen.” saysJeri Tafoya, Program Manager. “There is aplaque that reads “Walk with the dreamers, the believers,the courageous, the cheerful, the planners, the doers, thesuccessful people with their heads in the clouds and theirfeet on the ground. Let their spirit ignite a fire withinyou to leave this world better than when you found it.”“We never had experience with anything like this before.But we were all community driven and giving back toour communities to make this world better than whenPhoto by Heather FranckPhoto by Heather Franckwe found it by introducing (many times) unheard musicis very rewarding to be apart of.” “This year we are soexcited to have on stage performers such as Garrison Star,Natalia Zukerman, Adrianne Gonzales, Ellis Delaney,BETTY, along with many local talent such as Mary Tebbs,Bronwen Beecher, the Sister Wives, and a verytalented young diamond in the rough, JulesMorrow with whom I believe is what this musicfestival is all about.”This not for profit festival has raised moneyfor music scholarships, community, and sheltersas well as filling the town’s hotels, restaurantsand camp sights. A ripple effect that has flowsthrough Wayne County each year at this time.What started out as an idea from Carol Gnadewho founded the WRMF after moving to Torreywith her partner, turned into a something thatsupporters from all around have come to embrace. Torrey’smayor, Adus Dorsey states “The Annual Women's RedRock Music Festival brings a lot of excitement to TorreyTown not to mention a huge boost for our local countybusinesses. The talent is of the highest caliber, and theevent provides a wonderful opportunity for us all to get toknow new people and share the beauty of the area. (Andlike the old saying "it is pretty close to being the most funyou can have with your clothes on).”www.moabhappenings.comInterested in More Information?Mesa Verde Country ®Wine & Art FestivalAugust 26 th - 28 th 2011Cortez, ColoradoUTE MOUNTAINTRIBAL PARK2011 EVENTS,TOWAOC, COLORADOWinemaker’s Dinner Gourmet Dinner, Paired with Colorado WinesWine Festival •Wine Tasting/ Sales of Colorado Wines•Food from Local/Regional Producers•Talented Artists & MusiciansWinery Open House Guy Drew VineyardsFor more information please visit: www.mesaverdecountry.comFull and half day tours,remote & private tours,April 2011 to October 2011Morris Three Cliff Dwelling TourAugust 20, 2011 & September 3, 20111-800-847-5485970-565-9653www.utemountainute.comE-mail: utepark@fone.netTours start at Highway Junction 160/491Reservations required for tours.

www.moabhappenings.comMy Dog Got Skunked... and other Pest ProblemsWe get asked the same two questions consistentlyduring the summer months at the Moab BARKery. Thefirst question is, what do you do when your dog has beenskunked at 2 am and the store is closed? The secondquestion is, are there natural products that control fleas,ticks and mosquitoes? We thought we would share the bestanswers we have found to help you deal with the pest thatyour dog tries to mess with as well as the ones that try tomess with them.If you’ve ever had a dog that decided to pick a fightwith a skunk you know that the outcome can be ratherunpleasant for your dog, your home, you and really anythingthat they touch. So what do you do when your dog has beenskunked at 2 am and the store is closed? Here is a simplerecipe of common household items you can mix together toget rid of Fido’s new fragrance (hint: it works on cats too!)Skunk Rinse RecipeMix this formula fresh (it can’t be stored)· 1 quart hydrogen peroxide (the 3% hydrogenperoxide variety)· ¼ cup baking soda· 2 teaspoons Dawn dishwashing liquid*If you have a large breed dog, you may need todouble, triple or even quadruple the mixture. Wear glovesto keep the skunk smell off you.Don’t wet down your pet. Apply the mixture to yourpet’s dry coat from the collar back toward the tail. Don’tpour it near the eyes because the hydrogen peroxidesolution can burn them. Use a sponge to apply the solutionto your pet’s chin, cheeks, forehead and ears, being verycareful not to go near the eyes.Lather the mixture into your pet’s coat and skin. Rubthe solution around for about five minutes or until theskunk smell starts to dissipate.When you rinse the head area, tilt your pet’s chin upwardso the solution does not run down into the eyes; insteadallow the water to run back off his neck. Do a completerinse once the smell starts to decrease, then repeat the entireprocess again if necessary. Youmay need to repeat the lather andrinse process up to three times ifthey took a direct hit. Make sureto completely rinse thesolution off yourpet. Your finalrinse should bevery thorough toensure there is noirritation.If you don’t want all the hassle of mixing up a batch foryourself the Moab BARKery carries Skunk off (premixedand ready to use) for convenience. It pays to keep it onhand for dogs and cats that just want to “play” with theirstinky skunk friends.Many people don’t want to risk endangering theenvironment, their pet or themselves by using chemicalmeans for pest control. Some people have sensitivities toPET HAPPENINGScertain chemicals; others just don’t want to do it so theyseek out natural preventions and remedies. So, are therenatural products that control fleas, ticks and mosquitoes?There are many products on the market for pest control onyour pets, some are natural and some are chemical based.Chemical based products that are “spot” treatmentsare actually considered to be carcinogenic by the EPA, andthere are many reported cases of serious side effects andeven death so make sure to follow the instructions (readthem twice!) and use the smallest dose possible to ensureyour pet suffers little to no side effects. If you have a littledog or a dog that is unlikely to be exposed to these pestsconsider natural treatments only. The smaller the animalthe more likely you are to overdose them! We subscribe toa great newsletter (and recommend you do too) written byDr. Becker at Mercola Pet. We also frequently share herarticles on our Moab BARKery Facebookpage so you can find the subscriptionlink there too. Here is some invaluableinformation about pest control shewrote about recently:To truly keep your dog or cat safefrom fleas, ticks, mosquitoes andother annoying critters, a repellent– we recommend Protect by PetNaturals of Vermont – is onlyone part of a total program ofprotection. There are severalother things we recommendyou adopt as part of successfulpest control …· Feed your pet a balanced, species-appropriate diet— Parasites are drawn to the weakest hosts they can find.Feeding high quality food to dogs and cats improves theirhealth and strengthens their immune system.· Give frequent baths — Bathing your pet with anatural, non-toxic pet shampoo will not only help keeppests away, it will also make it convenient for you to checkyour pet from head to tail.· Grooming and brushing — regular brushing orcombing (with a flea comb if fleas are the problem) willhelp you find pests on your pet’s fur and skin. Plus, itmakes their coat look fantastic and it can provide a greatbonding experience.· Tidy up your indoor environment — there aremany ways pests can find their way into your home. Theyfly in, crawl in or ride in on pets and people. Keeping yourfloors, drapes and furniture clean and vacuumed will helpprevent fleas and ticks from anchoring themselves in cracksand crevices. Keep your pet’s bedding as clean as possible.· Examine your outdoor environment — since tick,flea, and mosquito infestations start outdoors, take the timeto inspect the area around your house and take action whereyou can. For example, ticks and fleas thrive in bushes andundergrowth. Keep your grass cut and leaves raked to limitthe places around your home where pests can hide andbreed. Mosquitoes prefer standing water so by eliminatingit, keeping your rain gutters clean and keeping your petsindoors during the early morning and early evening hoursyou will prevent any contact with them.· Visit your vet regularly — your holistic vet canbe a great partner in keeping your dog or cat in optimumhealth, which will reduce the likelihood your pet will be anattractive host for pests.Moab Happenings • August 2011 • 19B Now Offering Private Dog Hikes4890 Sunny Acres Lane, Moab 435-259-4841Humane Society of Moab ValleyCat Adoption Days-Saturday August 6th and 20th at the MoabBarkery 10am - 12pmDog Adoption Days-Saturday August 13th and 27th in front ofCity Market 10am - 12pmAUGUST:•Join Us For The Dawg Days Of SummerBBQ & Silient Auction August 7th, 4pm- 8pm. Enjoy live music and a fantasticBBQ catered by Moab Brewery! Tickets areavailable now, Call Today 435-259-4862•Beat the Heat River Trip - Aug 27th, 12pm- 4:30pm $50 per person, 5yrs and older. Allproceeds to benefit the Humane Society ofMoab Valley. Space is limited, call Today!Special Thanks To Utah Families Foundation for honoringHSMV on August 16th with a special grant for our Happy TailsHaven Project which works hand in hand with Seekhaven. Thisis the first time UFF has awarded a grant to a pet rescue andwe are deeply honored! If you would like more information onour programs, please go to our website, www.moabpets.org.For all other information please check ourwebsite www.moabpets.org or call ouroffice 435-259-4862. This page sponsored by:Self-Service Dog Washstarts @ $10High Quality Pet Foods, Treats,Outdoor Gear, Gifts and morewww.moabbarkery.com

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