101 Things To Do In Sanpete County

101 THINGS TO DO IN SANPETE COUNTY

YOUR GUIDE TO FUN IN 2023!

EXPLORE THE LOCAL POSSIBILITIES

Outdoors or indoors, sports- or arts-related, adventurous or relaxing — all this and more is available in Sanpete County.

Residents here enjoy an amazing selection of things to see and do. The county lies between two mountain ranges offering an astounding selection of camping opportunities; lakes for fishing and boating; scenic drives; and hiking, biking and ATV trails.

Its many communities host festivals throughout the summer celebrating holidays and local heritage. Also in these cities and towns are parks with recreational facilities such as pools, splash pads, baseball diamonds and pickleball courts. City recreation departments offer a long list of sports and other activities for both competition and simply staying fit.

Sanpete County also offers a wide variety of artistic opportunities ranging from concerts and plays to art

galleries and classes. Area museums preserve the history of Sanpete County and showcase relics of the past.

Within this magazine are 101 ideas of activities, locations, festivals and more you can participate in and enjoy during 2023. When possible, a QR code is included with the idea so you can quickly access more information online.

Some ideas are events with specific dates while others can be experienced throughout a specific season or all year-round. The dated events extend into December, so keep this magazine handy to serve as your recreation guide throughout the year.

This, of course, is not an exhaustive list of all that Sanpete County has to offer, but it is a starting point for beginning your explorations of this area and planning for a great 2023.

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SCANDINAVIAN FESTIVAL 1

MAY 26-27

Participate in the largest Scandinavian get-together in the West on May 26 and 27 in Ephraim. 2023 is the 47th year of the annual Scandinavian Festival, which features two full days of music, entertainment, crafts, arts, demonstrations, speakers, stories, food, vendors, sports, car show, tours, a beard contest and a parade.

Visitors from all around come to enjoy the traditional festivities during this celebration. About 650,000 Utahns trace their ancestry to Denmark, Norway, Sweden and Iceland. Many of those living in Sanpete County are descended from 19th century Scandinavian converts to The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints.

One of the best recommendations for visitors is to seek out the information booth located at 150 E. 100 North and pick up an event guide and map. The guides there will help to answer any questions about the festival.

The Ephraim Co-Op, a nonprofit gift shop located on the corner of Main Street and College Avenue, will be offering Scandinavian items on top of its usual offerings during the festival such as Aebleskeever pans, jewelry, Viking hats for the kids and tasty Scandinavian food items.

A map of festival locations and more detailed information about events are available on the Scandinavian Festival website.

2023 SCANDINAVIAN FESTIVAL SCHEDULE

FRIDAY, MAY 26

10 a.m. to 6 p.m.: Quilt Show at the Ephraim Co-op

10 a.m. to 8 p.m.: Food and craft vendor booths are open

10 a.m. to 4 p.m.: DUP Pioneer Museum and Cabins

Tours and activities at Pioneer Park

11 a.m. to 1 p.m.: Heritage Conference history talks in Snow College Library

11 a.m. & 2 p.m.: Lucet class at Viking Camp

Noon: Wool dying at Viking Camp

11 a.m. to 4 p.m.: Art exhibitions at Granary Arts

1 p.m. & 4 p.m.: Wasatch Forge demonstrations at Viking Camp

8:30 p.m.: Movie in the park - “How to Train Your Dragon 3”

SATURDAY, MAY 27

6:30 a.m.: 1K Race

7 a.m.: 10K Race

7:30 a.m.: 5K Race

8 to 10 a.m.: Lions Club Aebleskiver Breakfast

9 a.m. to 6 p.m.: Food and Craft Vendors are open

9 a.m. to 5 p.m.: Quilt Show at the Ephraim Co-op

10 a.m.: Parade

10 a.m. to 4 p.m.: DUP Pioneer Museum and Cabins

Tours and activities at Pioneer Park

10 a.m. to 4 p.m.: Pioneer Reenactment Group

11 a.m. to 2 p.m.: Families Workshop: Painted Dala

Horses at the Granary Arts

11 a.m. to 4 p.m.: Art exhibitions at Granary Arts

11 a.m.: Spillingsskatten Scavenger Hunt begins

11 a.m. & 2 p.m.: Lucet class at Viking Camp

11 a.m. to 3 p.m.: Car Show

11:30 a.m.: Bus Tour #1

Noon: Wool dying at Viking Camp

Noon & 2:15 p.m.: May Pole

1 p.m. & 4 p.m.: Wasatch Forge Demonstrations at Viking Camp

1:00 p.m. to 4 p.m.: Tennis Tournament

1:30 p.m.: Bus Tour #2

1:30 to 2:15 p.m.: Beard Contest

2 to 3 p.m.: Storytelling in the Plaza

3 p.m.: Wife Carrying Competition

4 p.m.: Pickleball Tournament at Snow College Tennis Courts

HIGH SCHOOL GRADUATIONS 2

Send local high school seniors off in style by supporting them at their graduation ceremonies. North Sanpete High School’s graduation ceremony will be held Friday, May 26, at 7 p.m. at the school. Manti High School’s graduation event will be held Friday, May 26, at 7 p.m. This graduation will be a parade on Main Street; it will start at the Red Church and proceed to the high school. Gunnison Valley High School’s graduation event will be held Friday, May 26, at 5 p.m. It will also be a parade on Gunnison’s Main Street.

New this summer to Spring City will be “First Saturdays.” On these days —the first Saturdays of each month during the summer — businesses and restaurants in the city will remain open late prior to the musical or other event planned later that evening as part of First Saturday.

These Saturdays and their accompanying concerts/ events are scheduled as follows: June 3 (Imagine: Beatles Tribute Band), July 1 (Los Hermanos de los Andes), Aug. 5 (Bluegrass & Folk Music Festival, Spring Farm Lavender Days), and Sept. 2 (Plein Air Painting Competition & Art Festival).

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Spring City’s annual Heritage Day will be celebrated on Saturday, May 27, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. The main location will be the Spring City Community Center (also known as the “Old School”) located at 45 S. 100 East.

The annual historic Home Tour is back in full force, with this year’s tour including more than 25 of Spring City’s charming, mid-19th century pioneer homes and buildings. Spring City is one of just a handful of communities in the United States where the whole town is on the National Historic Registry.

All money raised through the Home Tour will be used for historic preservation in Spring City.

Home Tour tickets can be purchased online at friendsofhistoricspringcity.org, at the Old School or the old firehouse on Main Street. Pick up your wrist band and the Home Tour brochure and map to help guide you around the town. Ticket prices are $10 for adults, $5 for youth 3 to16 and free for ages 2 and under.

The popular annual “Art Squared” silent art auction will feature 12-inch by 12-inch original paintings by wellknown Spring City and regional artists. The auction will be

held on the second floor of the Old School from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.

Artists will have other original framed paintings available for purchase throughout the day at both the “Old School” and the Spring City Art Gallery, 79 S. Main Street.

On the morning of Heritage Day, a bake sale coordinated by the Daughters of the Utah Pioneers will take place at the Main Street Museum, 46 N. Main. Musical offerings on Heritage Day will include a concert in the historic Rock Church and a live bluegrass hoedown at Victory Hall. Refer to your Home Tour brochure/map for locations and times.

TAKE THE OATH MEMORIAL PRCA XTREME BULLS 5 MAY 29

The Take the Oath Memorial organization will present the PRCA Xtreme Bulls event on Memorial Day, Monday, May 29, at the Sanpete County Fairgrounds, 50 W. 500 North, Manti. Utah’s Mounted Thunder will provide pre-rodeo entertainment at 1 p.m. that day; the Grand Entry will begin at 2 p.m. and the Xtreme Bulls event at 2:15 p.m.

“Take the Oath” is a nonprofit organization which produces an entertainment event (PRCA Extreme Bull Riding) for the purpose of generating revenue to honor and support the needs of individuals (and families) who have taken an oath to support, defend, protect and serve the United States of America.

Proceeds from last year’s event were donated to help fund the American Legion, Sanpete County Search & Rescue and scholarships for local FFA high school students.

BEATLES TRIBUTE BAND CONCERT

Remember the “Fab Four” at this concert featuring Imagine, a Beatles tribute band. This free concert will begin at 7 p.m. in the Spring City Park, 50 S. 100 East. From their convincing Liverpudlian accents and Beatles wit to their pointed boots and totally fab gear, the members of this band will provide an experience that is pure magic. Imagine has performed wherever people are who love the Beatles and their music: universities, clubs, sporting events, fairs, car shows, art exhibits … and the list goes on. It’s like seeing the Beatles in concert for the first time.

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21ST ANNUAL RAT FINK REUNION 9

JUNE 1-3

Three days of enjoyment await lovers of hot rods and art during the 21st Annual Rat Fink Reunion June 1 through 3 at 404 E. 300 North in Manti. The three days of activities will include a car show, 5K fun run, live music and more.

Each year, fans of Ed “Big Daddy” Roth gather for this reunion to celebrate his work. Big Daddy Roth is a legend in the world of hot rodding and one of the founders of “Kustom Kulture.” He is best known for his incredible work creating one-of-a-kind hot rods and for the creation of Rat Fink, the little green rat that epitomizes the world of rodding.

The 5K Fun Run will be held on Friday, June 2, at 8 a.m. and the Car Show will begin at 8 a.m. on Saturday, June 3.

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FREE FISHING DAY

JUNE 10

The one day you don’t need a fishing license to fish in Utah is on the state’s annual Free Fishing Day, which in 2023 will be Saturday, June 10. Everyone in Utah can fish for free that day (all of the state’s other fishing laws and rules still apply).

During the rest of the year, everyone 12 years old and older needs to purchase a fishing license in order to fish in Utah. A variety of licenses are available, ranging from licenses that allow fishing for a few days to licenses that allow fishing for several years and are combined with a hunting license.

BOWMAN STRING DUO CONCERT

8 JUNE 10

Spring City Arts will present a concert of classical music by the Bowman String Duo on Saturday, June 10. This free concert will begin at 7 p.m. at the Wind Walker Homestead, 11550 Pigeon Hollow Road, Spring City.

Artists attending the Rat Fink Reunion share their talents through Car Show Awards, 5K Fun Run Awards and auction pieces. Come watch the artists at work and have them create your dream designs. They airbrush and pinstripe on everything! Visitors will get their fill of amazing art, cars, Rat Fink memorabilia and great live performances that can’t be seen anywhere else.

This reunion will not disappoint. Plan now to visit the Rat Fink store and Rat Fink Museum located at 404 E. 300 North, Manti. Both will be open to the public all day during the reunion so visitors can walk away with a ton of fun memories and awesome merchandise.

THE SURFARIS 10 JUNE 2

As part of the 2023 Rat Fink Reunion, California surfer music band The Surfaris will perform a concert on Friday, June 2, at 5 p.m. at 404 E. 300 North, Manti. This band was propelled to international stardom in the 1960s with its hit song “Wipe Out.” Since then, the band has continued performing live throughout the United States and internationally with various side players filling in as needed.

Original band members Jim Fuller, Ron Wilson and Jim Pash have passed away and Pat Connelly no longer performs, but original member Bob Berryhill continues to perform with his band. Other hits include “Surfer Joe” and “Point Panic.”

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SNOW COLLEGE PLANETARIUM

A wide variety of shows exploring the wonders of the universe are regularly offered for the public at the Snow College Planetarium, located in the Graham Science Center, Room 324, at 111 E. Center Street in Ephraim. This is the only fixed-dome planetarium in Utah south of Provo, and it features a high-tech Digistar system manufactured by Evans & Sutherland of Salt Lake City.

MOVIES IN THE PARK 11

Manti City invites the public to enjoy a series of movies screened outdoors throughout the summer in Manti City Park, 200 N. 300 West. The movies begin at dusk with fun family pre-movie activities beginning at 7 p.m. prior to the show. Admission is free; those attending should bring their own lawn chairs or blankets to spread out on the grass. To view the schedule of movie nights, visit the Manti City website.

All planetarium shows are free, but tickets are required as seating is limited. Private shows may be scheduled by school, community, church, youth, family and other groups. Show descriptions and show times can be viewed on the planetarium’s website and free tickets for shows can be reserved online (scan the QR code to view the planetarium’s website).

Bob Berryhill of The Surfaris

YUBA STATE PARK 13

Located partly in Sanpete County and partly in Juab County, Yuba State Park offers many recreational opportunities centered on the large Yuba Reservoir. Originally built to store water from the Sevier River for agriculture and industrial uses, the reservoir has become very popular for boating, camping, fishing and more.

The reservoir’s water is typically warm in the summer, making it an enjoyable destination for boating, waterskiing, windsurfing, sailing and swimming. There are two boat ramps, allowing access for all types of watercraft. Anglers can also enjoy fishing for walleye, perch, catfish, rainbow trout and northern pike. There are multiple trails in the area for ATV, motorcycle and 4x4 enthusiasts.

Multiple campgrounds are available in the park; some are developed while others provide a more primitive camping experience. Other activities include hiking, bird watching, rock hounding, mountain biking and waterfowl hunting in season.

HELIX ROPES COURSE 14

Just 3 miles up Ephraim Canyon Road is the Helix Ropes Course. This facility offers unique activities that are lots of fun and teach valuable lessons at the same time. Groups can book a variety of different experiences lasting 2 hours, 4 hours or 8 hours. The activities include initiative games, which are used to break the ice and help participants feel comfortable; low elements, which utilize structures that are just a couple of feet off of the ground; and high elements, which are structures that have participants climbing to more than 20 feet off the ground.

The ropes course is open to youth groups, family reunions, business groups, friends, Scouts — any group you can name can have fun at this location and learn through its adventures. Reservations are required and can be made at helixadventures.com.

15 COMPETE IN A TOURNAMENT

Do you love softball? Baseball? Pickleball? Cornhole? Tournaments of all types are offered by recreation departments in communities throughout Sanpete County. All ages can find a tournament that’s right for them. Go to the cities’ websites to check out what’s happening and sign up to participate.

Do you want to get out into the great outdoors without having to sleep in a tent? Several cabins maintained by the National Forest Service are available for rent in the Sanpete County area. Booking them can easily be done online at recreation.gov.

Mammoth Cabin: Near Fairview. Two cabins on the grounds. Travel trailers and RV’s not permitted.

Seely Creek Guard Station: Near Ephraim. Cabin built in late 1900s listed on National Register of Historic Places.

Orange Olsen: Near Joe’s Valley Reservoir. Cabin offers full amenities, including solar powered lighting.

Indian Creek: Near Ferron Reservoir. Cabin built by the Civilian Conservation Corps in the 1930s.

MONSTER TRUCK INSANITY TOUR 17 JUNE 3

The Monster Truck Insanity Tour will turn the Sanpete County Fairgrounds in Manti into a battleground with one huge show on Saturday, June 3. Don’t miss these awesome monster trucks competing in tailgate dragging, the Insanity Style Skills Shootout, Battle Bracket style racing and insane high-flying, mud-flinging Freestyle.

The show will begin at 7 p.m., with the gates opening at 5 p.m. and the Pre-Show Pit Party held from 5:30 to 6:30 p.m. The Pit Party will allow audience members to view the trucks up close and take pictures; it’s free with paid admission.

The event will also include the Monster Truck Ride Experience where, for a small fee, fans will be able to ride inside a real monster truck, and the Extreme Tough Trucks & UTV Racing, where trucks will be flying high on a custom-built obstacle course. Locals are welcome to enter this content; register at the arena one hour prior to showtime.

Annual Fairview Museum Car Show

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18 GOLF TOURNAMENTS

Palisade Golf Course will host golf tournaments throughout the summer and into the fall. For more information, contact the course at (435) 835-4653. The schedule is as follows:

June 5: Palisade Senior Amateur, shotgun start at 9 a.m.

June 10: Security National Palisade Open, all day

July 17: Palisade Pro-Am, tee-times beginning at 8 a.m.

August 12: Utah Amateur Tour, 27-Hole Iron Man, all day

August 14: Senior 2-Man Best Ball, shotgun start at 9 a.m.

Sept. 9: Club Championship, shotgun start at 8 a.m.

Sept. 16: Sanpete County Amateur, shotgun start at 9 a.m.

Oct. 6: Central Utah 2-Day Amateur, shotgun start at 1 p.m.

WALES WELSH DAYS

JUNE 23-24

The city of Wales celebrates its history and the immigrants from the country of Wales who helped begin the Utah city during Welsh Days, which is held annually in June. This two-day city celebration is full of activities ranging from a strongman competition to a parade, an annual quilt giveaway and a day in the park with food and children’s activities. For more information, scan the QR code.

19 LIBERAL HALL MUSEUM

The Liberal Hall Museum is owned and operated by Wasatch Academy, a private boarding high school. Located at 67 W. Main, Mt. Pleasant, the museum houses artifacts dating back to the Civil War and a private collection of Ansel Adams’ original work given to the school by his family. Also hosted in the building is Wasatch Academy’s Liberal Hall Symposium Series, which has featured lectures by a number of distinguished guest speakers. For more information, call (435) 462-0415.

21 HUNT FOR TREASURES

Rise early on a Saturday morning and start combing local neighborhoods for unexpected finds. As soon as the weather warms up, people start cleaning out their homes and garages and putting items up for sale, often at extremely cheap prices. Don’t miss out! Or, hold your own sale and turn your unwanted goods into cash.

Photo by Reed Settle, Roughstock Photography

22 NORTH BEND ENTERTAINERS

Enjoy community theater this year by attending a production by the North Bend Entertainers, a nonprofit organization that performs its shows at the historic Peterson Dance Hall, 65 S. State Street, Fairview. The group was founded as a way to preserve the Fairview Dance Hall, and its shows help raise funds to continue that effort.

The group also has a desire to provide a gathering place benefiting the entire community, a setting where local entertainers can showcase their talents, and quality entertainment at an affordable price.

Information about upcoming shows can be found at the organization’s Facebook page or on its website.

23 SANPETE KINDNESS COED SOFTBALL TOURNAMENT

JUNE 9-10

Sanpete Kindness, a local nonprofit organization promoting kindness and hope in the community, will host an all-nighter co-ed softball tournament on Friday and Saturday, June 9 and 10, at the Manti Sports Complex, 998 N. 100 East. Check in will begin June 9 at 5 p.m.

The event is open to everyone. Entry fee for the tournament is $350 per team. There will also be a home run derby with a $20 entry fee. A cornhole tournament will also be held (more details to come).

All proceeds from the tournaments will go to the “Be A Light” sign project. To register to participate, contact McKenna Christiansen, (435) 851-2034 or christiansenmckenna@gmail.com, or Linda Christiansen, (435) 8516354 or sanpetekindness@gmail.com.

FORT EPHRAIM CAMP MUSEUM & CABINS 24

Learn more about the history of Ephraim and those who settled the Sanpete Valley by visiting the Fort Ephraim Camp Museum and Cabins. Located in Ephraim Pioneer Park at 75 W. 100 North, this collection of historic structures features furniture and other relics of the pioneer era. The public can tour the Hans Hansen House, the Franklin Bailey Cabin, the Soren Sorensen Cabin and the Granary. The two cabins and the Granary were moved to Pioneer Park to be preserved and displayed.

The Hans Hansen House was one of the first homes built outside of the area fort. Hans A. Hansen was born in Denmark and immigrated to Utah in 1853 where he and his wife Anne were some of the first settlers of Ephraim. Hansen family members dwelt in this home until March 1991 when it was purchased by Ephraim City as an addition to Pioneer Park.

The Franklin Bailey Cabin is a one-room structure. Six families lived in the small cabin and 11 babies were born there during the 57 years it was occupied by Bailey family members. In 1987, the cabin was purchased by the Fort

Ephraim Daughters of Utah Pioneers for $150 and it was relocated to the Ephraim Pioneer Park Complex.

The Soren Sorensen Cabin was first constructed on 300 South and Main Street in Ephraim in 1879. The Sorensens lived in it while they constructed a two-story home on the property. When the larger home was completed, the cabin served as a workshop and storage space.

The Granary is a building first constructed at 263 E. 100 South in Ephraim. The building is approximately 150 years old.

The Fort Ephraim Camp Museum and Cabins are open Monday through Friday from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.

SWIMMING IN SANPETE 25

Swimming isn’t just a fun way to cool off during the summer. It’s one of the few sports or activities that doesn’t cost a lot of money or require special gear or equipment. It offers a total-body workout, is easier on the joints, increases flexibility and can be enjoyed at any age — from toddlers to seniors.

Swimming is a physical activity in which you can participate at any time of the year if an indoor pool is available or temperatures are mild. So, find a swimsuit, grab a friend and head for the nearest pool.

There are four facilities in Sanpete County which provide public swimming.

MT. PLEASANT AQUATIC CENTER

74 E. Main, Mt. Pleasant

The Mt. Pleasant Aquatic Center indoor pool is available year-round with six lap lanes, a zero-depth-entry wading area and small waterslide. Large doors on the north end can be opened during good weather.

The pool is adjacent to the Mt. Pleasant City Splash Pad, which features outdoor fountains, water jets and a deck area for sunbathing. Classes, activities and special events along with facility rentals are available. For hours of operation, call (435) 462-1333 or visit mtpleasantcity. com/pool.

SNOW COLLEGE HORNE ACTIVITY CENTER

350 E. Center, Ephraim

The Snow College Horne Activity Center is open to all students and the public. The center has a variety of activities for the entire family, including an indoor swimming pool, racquetball, volleyball, wallyball, basketball, an

indoor track, indoor soccer and a fitness center. There are some equipment rentals available in addition to facility use charges. The building schedules can change at any time.

There are hours scheduled for both lap swimming and open swimming. For more information, visit snow.edu/ athletics/ac/ or call the activity center at (435) 283-7039.

MANTI CITY SWIMMING POOL & WATER PARK

64 W. 500 North, Manti

The Manti City Swimming Pool & Water Park is located at 64 W. 500 North. It is an outdoor pool complete with a waterslide, a zero-depth-entrance wading area, a whirlpool and lap lanes. It is open seasonally depending on the weather. Pool classes, lessons and facility rentals are available.

For more information, call (435) 835-4320 or visit manticity.com/swimming.html.

GUNNISON SWIMMING POOL

43 W. 300 North, Gunnison

Gunnison Swimming Pool is an indoor pool located next door to Gunnison City Park. In addition to the main pool, there is a kiddie pool and waterslide. During warm weather, large doors on the south side of the facility can be opened for ventilation.

Classes are available and activities offered. For more information, call (435) 528-7126 or visit gunnisoncity.org/ swimming-pool.htm.

STAY SAFE, WEAR A HELMET

• MAKE SURE EVERYONE IS WEARING PROTECTIVE GEAR:

Helmet

Goggles

Long sleeves

Sturdy pants

Gloves

Over-the-ankle boots

• BE RESPONSIBLE

• DON’T RIDE BEYOND YOUR SKILL LEVEL

• STAY ON DESIGNATED ROUTES AND TRAILS

WE ARE HERE FOR YOU:

• Emergency Department

• Physical Therapy

• Surgical Services

• Advanced Imagery

• Infusion and Wound Care Services

• Telehealth Services

• Women and Newborn Care

SKYLINE DRIVE SCENIC BACKWAY 26

Skyline Drive State Scenic Backway is actually two distinct backway experiences; combined, the two form a portion of the Great Western Trail.

The North Skyline Drive has a length of 27 miles. Allow one to two hours for travel. The north drive is a gravel road that climbs to the Wasatch Plateau from US-6 at Tucker and undulates south for 27 miles to SR-31. This section provides scenic views into the Lake Fork and Fish Creek Drainages and access to prime fall hunting areas. This road is suitable for passenger cars but is closed in the winter and groomed for snowmobiles.

The South Skyline Drive has a length of 71 miles. Allow five to seven hours for travel. The journey begins on SR-31 and continues 55 miles south to the Fishlake National Forest boundary. I-70 is an additional 16 miles.

Stunning views of Mt. Nebo and other mountains are on constant display complemented by vivid wildflowers in mid- to late summer. This is the backbone of the Arapeen OHV Trail System with numerous routes

dropping off Skyline to valleys below.

Elevations approach 11,000 feet and the road is difficult to access until late July as large snowdrifts slowly melt, but this trip is worth the wait. The majority of South Skyline Drive requires high-clearance, four-wheel drive vehicles. It is treacherous when wet.

Those who travel the Skyline Drive will be rewarded with beautiful views of the surrounding landscape, especially in the fall when the leaves begin to change. There are access roads for the Skyline Drive locally at Indianola, Fairview, Mt. Pleasant, Spring City, Ephraim, Manti, Sterling and Mayfield.

CONTINUE YOUR EDUCATION

Through Snow College’s Continuing Education programs, you can develop your professional skills, improve your health and well-being, or obtain training needed to further your career. From backhoe and dump truck operation to workforce and leadership skills, computer technology, entrepreneurship and spin and yoga classes, there’s something for everyone.

Some classes are offered on the Snow College campus in Ephraim while others are offered online. Whether you’re looking to further your career or learn a new skill for personal enrichment, this resource likely has what you’re looking for.

28 MT. PLEASANT HUB CITY DAYS

JUNE 30 - JULY 4

Mt. Pleasant City’s annual Hub City Days celebrates both the 4th of July and how great it is to live in Mt. Pleasant. The celebration includes events for all ages and includes a mountain man rendezvous, parades, activities in the park and three days of rodeo action as part of the Hub City Rodeo. It all wraps up with fireworks. The schedule of events is as follows:

FRIDAY, JUNE 30

5:30 p.m.: Family Fun Night

SATURDAY, JULY 1

7 p.m.: Hub City Rodeo

MONDAY, JULY 3

Basin Drive-In Car Show

(see website for more information)

7 p.m.: Hub City Rodeo

TUESDAY, JULY 4

6 a.m.: Fun Run

7 to 10 a.m.: Breakfast at the Park

9 a.m.: Book Sale, Mt. Pleasant Library 9 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.: Mountain Man Rendezvous 11 a.m.: Kids Parade

29 CAMPING IN THE FOREST

The Manti-La Sal National Forest stretches from central Utah to southeastern Utah and into Colorado. The 1.4 million-acre forest is managed for multiple uses such as range, timber, minerals, water, wildlife and recreation. Sanpete County communities serve as an access point for all the beauty and outdoor recreation opportunities the forest has to offer.

Whether you’re looking to hike, fish, ride ATVs or simply take in the natural surroundings, you’ll need to find a great place to camp. There are many campgrounds to choose from, all with differing opportunities for recreation. To find your perfect spot, scan the accompanying QR code to access a list of Manti-La Sal National Forest campgrounds and what amenities exist at each of them.

30 SPLASH PADS

Not in the mood to jump in a pool but still want to get wet? Or do you have young children who can’t yet swim? Try one of the local splash pads. There’s one at Canyon View Park in Ephraim (625 S. 100 East) where you can also utilize picnic tables, a playground, green space and restrooms. Another splash pad is located outside the Mt. Pleasant Aquatic Center, 74 E. Main Street. There is also a splash pad located outside of the Gunnison Valley Swimming Pool facility at 45 W. 300 North in Gunnison.

The Andean folk music ensemble Los Hermanos de los Andes will perform a free concert as part of the Spring City Latin Community Festival on Saturday, July 1. The performance will be presented at City Park, 50 S. 100 East, Spring City.

The group’s purpose is to preserve and share its rich and unique musical heritage using authentic ethnic musical instruments dating back to the ancient Inca civilization. As a group, Los Hermanos de los Andes believes culture can have a positive impact in individuals’ lives and sharing culture can bring people of all races together.

PALISADE STATE PARK 32

In the 1860s, Daniel B. Funk, an early settler of the Sanpete Valley, had the idea to create a summer and weekend resort area. At that time, the valley was owned by a small group of Sanpitch Native Americans led by Chief Arapeen. Daniel B. Funk bargained with the chief and obtained a land patent from the government. He and his family then set about the arduous task of building a dam and diverting part of Sixmile Creek to fill the lake.

The lake quickly became a well-known pleasure resort, now called Palisade. The site opened to the public as a state park in 1962. Summer recreation includes camping, fishing, swimming, electric motor and non-motorized boating, golfing and hiking. Off-highway vehicle trails are accessible from the park. Canoes, kayaks and paddle boards are available for rent.

The 18-hole golf course on site has some of the best putting greens in the state. A PGA professional provides a full range of services and supplies at the newly remodeled pro shop. The park is located at 2200 E. Palisade Road, Sterling.

MANTI UTAH TEMPLE 33

While only members of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints may enter the church’s Manti Utah Temple, the grounds are open to visitors.

Located at 510 N. 200 East, Manti, this nearly 75,000-square-foot structure features two towers and walls made of cream-colored oolite limestone quarried from the hill where it stands. The temple is currently closed for renovation work and expected to reopen in early to mid-2024.

Located across the street from the Manti Utah Temple and next door to the Historic Manti Cemetery are the Pioneer Heritage Gardens.

Open to the public, the gardens offer a peaceful place to reflect and learn about the values that made the pioneers of central Utah successful in a world fraught with hardships. The 2.5-acre gardens include a reflecting pool for the temple, a small amphitheater and benches where visitors can sit and meditate.

EPHRAIM CANYON MOUNTAIN BIKE TRAILS 34 101 THINGS

The upper Ephraim Canyon mountain bike trail system has eight connected trails that are easy to ride and suitable for beginners. There are multiple loop options, short and long. It is also possible to shuttle the trails. At the lower part of the canyon, there is one advanced trail called Flume Trail, which is a downhill-only trail.

The upper trails are called Gravity, Ponderosa, Templar, Mirkwood, Scandinavian, Patriot, Badger Run and Stopwatch. These trails can be ridden in both directions. You can do a cross country ride for 14 miles with a 1,500feet elevation gain, but you can shorten your ride by doing different loop options. These trails are very scenic, with sections in the deep forest and sections that open up so you can look down toward the valley.

The main trailhead is at the Major’s Flat parking lot, which is located 4 miles up the main canyon road from Ephraim (at the Forest Service boundary). There is a bathroom but no water. Another parking lot is located at the Willow Creek Road turnoff. If you want to shuttle, you can start at the top of Mirkwood Trail, which is below Lake Hill. Seasons for the upper trails are from June to October.

The Flume downhill trail starts a little bit below the Major’s Flat parking lot. You’ll see a sign that says “Flume Trail.” This is a more challenging trail with A and B lines if you want to miss the technical sections. Be careful on this trail; it is a very fun trail once you get better at it. The Flume trail, a 2.7-mile downhill trail, will end back down in the valley. The views of Sanpete Valley from this trail are spectacular. Seasons for this trail is May through October.

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The Manti West Trail System has a trail for everyone, from little ones just learning how to ride to the hard-core, black-diamond seekers trying their climbing and descending skills on Roasted Starburst. There are nearly 10 miles of trail completed and there are plans to build more. In addition to the new trails coming, new cool features are being added every year. One feature added last year was the B-line (Bridge-line) on Milk and Cookies.

36 BASIN DRIVE IN

It’s estimated that only about 300 drive-in movie theaters are left in the United States, and Sanpete County is home to one of them. The Basin Drive In is located at 680 N. State in Mt. Pleasant and presents Hollywood shows throughout the summer. Arrive early and enjoy a burger from the Basin Grill. Upcoming movies and showtimes are posted regularly on the Basin’s Facebook page.

MAGAZINE KEY

2023 FAIRVIEW CITY ROYALTY

FAIRVIEW CITY PIONEER DAY CELEBRATION

JULY 10 – 24, 2023

MONDAY, JULY 10- 12

Lace Days at the Fairview Museum

SATURDAY, JULY 15

6:00 pm Sand Volleyball Tournament

MONDAY JULY 17|

6:00 pm Corn Hole Tournament

TUESDAY JULY 18

6:00 pm Pickleball Tournament

WEDNESDAY, JULY 19

7:00 pm Ice Breaker at Fairview Elementary School

THURSDAY, JULY 20

4:00 pm Singles Tennis Tournament

7:00 pm Kids Rodeo at Keller Arena

FRIDAY, JULY 21

8:00

3–5:00

6:00

7:30

SATURDAY,

Daughters

of Ephraim

EST. 1976

79 South Main Street ∞ Ephraim (Next to Roys Pizza)

801-651-7711

Hours: Tues-Fri 10am-5pm Sat 10am-1pm Closed Mondays

38 HIKE TO THE EPHRAIM ‘S’

A short 1.4-mile in-and-out trail takes hikers to the Snow College “S” above the city of Ephraim. It’s a short hike but somewhat steep, gaining almost 600 feet in elevation. It takes about an hour to complete and provides beautiful views of the valley below. The trail can be accessed behind the Ephraim Hydroelectric Plant off of Ephraim Canyon Road and requires crossing Ephraim Creek.

37 MANTI 4TH OF JULY CELEBRATION

JULY 4

Manti City will celebrate the 4th of July with a day full of activities including a parade, a patriotic program, games and activities in the city park, and a fireworks display. Check the city website for a full schedule of events.

For Every Tax Related Queries

Read a book or join a club at your local library. Several Sanpete County cities offer libraries for residents where they can not only check out books but also participate in a variety of activities ranging from children’s story times to teen activities and summer reading programs. Libraries are located in the following cities:

• Ephraim: 30 S. Main Street

• Fairview: 75 S. State Street

• Fountain Green: 375 N. State Street

• Gunnison: 38 W. Center Street

• Manti: 50 S. Main Street, #1

• Mt. Pleasant: 24 E. Main Street

For communities that don’t have libraries, the Sanpete County Bookmobile offers a place where they can access books and other resources. With its headquarters located at 75 S. State Street in Fairview, the Sanpete County Bookmobile makes regular stops in cities and towns throughout the county. To view the schedule, scan the QR code or visit bookmobiles.utah.gov/sanpete/.

The Ephraim Canyon Heritage Tour is a 15-mile drive from Ephraim to the summit of the Wasatch Plateau, a climb of 5,000 feet, and the Skyline Drive. Along the way, travelers can stop at six different interpretive displays that describe the natural and cultural heritage of the area, including Civilian Conservation Corps work.

This road, known as Ephraim Canyon Road, is open in the summer; weather and snow melt will affect when it is open. The wildflower displays in Ephraim Canyon are spectacular, with brilliant displays of scarlet gilia, penstemon, lupine, larkspur and several colors of Indian paintbrush, among others. Early to mid-summer is best for viewing wildflowers.

After reaching the Skyline Drive, travelers can opt to turn onto Orangeville-Ephraim road and continue traveling to Orangeville, passing Joes Valley Reservoir along the way. This part of the drive is not suitable for low-clearance vehicles, is treacherous when wet and is closed during the winter. On a sunny day, it’s a fun drive with spectacular views.

This summer and fall, ATV riders can enjoy the Manti area on two ATV/side by side jamborees on the famous Manti Mountain Arapeen Trail system. The Summer Jamboree will be held July 11 and 12 and the Fall Jamboree will be held Sept. 14 and 15. Cost is $85 per person per ride

The Arapeen OHV Trail System is one of the most scenic mountain trails in Utah. On these rides, ATV/UTV riders will see pristine vistas and tour the beautiful mountains of the Manti-La Sal National Forest courtesy of local guides. The OHV trails run from an altitude of 5,600 feet to over 10,000 feet above sea level.

JULY 11-12 & SEPT 14-15

JOIN

Tournaments:

Skyline

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OF HISTORY & ART 42

The Fairview Museum of History and Art is one of Utah’s largest and most notable museums. Located at 55 N. 100 East in Fairview, the museum campus includes three buildings: the modern Horizon Building and two historical structures, the Heritage Building and the Rawlinson Building. There are also outdoor displays of early farm equipment, blacksmith tools, wagons and vehicles as well as sculptures and monuments.

The museum is home to the world’s largest collection of works by famed sculptor Avard Fairbanks. The museum also boasts a large collection of the works of internationally known wildlife painter and sculptor Clark Bronson. Many permanent collections from regional artists are on display as well as a rotating gallery of contemporary works by local artists.

In addition to showcasing art, the museum has an extensive collection of historical artifacts, photographs and documents. Other exhibits include historical fashion, military, agricultural, mining, educational, industrial and commercial collections.

In 1988, a complete 15,000-year-old Columbian Mammoth skeleton was unearthed 18 miles east of Fairview at Huntington Reservoir. This massive artifact is the focal point of the Horizon Building. Other natural history exhibits include minerals, fossils and seashells from around the world.

The museum has a collection of Native American

43 RESEARCH YOUR FAMILY HISTORY

There are five FamilySearch Centers in Sanpete County that are open to anyone interested in learning more about their family history. The centers are staffed by trained volunteers who are available to provide assistance. The center’s resources are available free of charge and include a variety of premium family history software as well as computer workstations and photo scanners. Classes are also offered on a variety of genealogy-related topics. The locations of the centers are:

Manti: 90 E. 500 North

Ephraim: 115 East 200 South

Gunnison: 80 W. Center Street

Mt. Pleasant North: 461 N. 300 West

Moroni: 231 N. Center

artifacts as well as artifacts from other early cultures. Also on display are many pioneer-era relics, including a boulder engraved and dated by famous explorer Kit Carson. For hours of operation (which change depending on the season), scan the QR code.

44 PLAY GOLF LOCALLY

Golfers can get in some great play at Sanpete County’s two golf courses.

Palisade State Park Golf Course, 2000 Palisade Drive, Sterling, is an 18-hole, par 72 course. The course includes a driving range, practice greens, golf shop, and restaurant. Schedule a tee time by calling (435) 8354653.

Skyline Mountain Resort Golf Course, 22130 N. 11750 East, Fairview, is a 9-hole course for public and member use. The course is first come, first served — no tee time necessary. There is also a driving range and putting and chipping green. Call (435) 427-9575 for more information.

Palisades

Skyline

45 SKYLINE EVENTING PARK

Skyline Eventing Park, located at the south end of Mt. Pleasant, is Utah’s premier cross country facility offering horse race tracks from introductory skill levels through the preliminary level.

The Skyline Eventing Committee encourages all to come and experience the thrill of eventing during the summer of 2022. Spectators are welcome to attend all of the events and clinics with free admission at Cleone Peterson Eccles Equestrian Center and ConToy Arena, 1000 S. 955 West, Mt. Pleasant.

The sport of eventing is likened to the equestrian triathlon where horses and riders tackle three phases of competition. Dressage demonstrates the training of the horse under saddle. Cross country is a test of endurance and physicality where horses and riders jump solid elements at a high rate of speed. Showjumping shows the grace of the horse through jumping rails and fences.

For more information, visit Skyline Eventing Park’s Facebook page. The 2023 schedule is as follows:

July 14-15: Freedom Fest 2-Phase & Mini Event

Sept. 15-17: The Event at Skyline

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Sanpete County has several options when it comes to getting away from home — and taking the comforts of home with you. Hitch up your RV and spend some time at one of these RV parks and resorts this year.

Carter’s RV Park: 150 W. 1000 South, Mt. Pleasant. (435) 462-2226

Temple Hill Resort RV & Campground: 296 E. Johnson Road, Manti. RV and tent camping with many amenities including full RV hookups, fire pits, a playground, mature shade trees, a swimming pool, restrooms/showers, a convenience store and a laundry room. (435) 835-2267

Heritage Grove Campground: 11363 E. 15900 North, Mt. Pleasant. Cabins and tent sites, power and running water. Amenities include private pond for canoeing and swimming, basketball court, kids wading pool, volleyball courts and bathrooms/showers. Accommodates large and small groups. (435) 559-0144

Pleasant Creek RV Resort: 2903 S. 1700 East, Mt. Pleasant. RV sites, cabins and tent sites. Amenities include fire pits, a basketball court, a playground, a swimming pool, restrooms, picnic tables and regularly scheduled events. (435) 485-7930

Skyline Mountain Resort: 22130 N. 11750 East, Fairview. RV park with full hookups as well as cabins. Amenities include 9-hole golf course with pro shop and a swimming pool. Offers both summer and winter recreational opportunities. (435) 427-9590

Standing Bear RV Park: 990 E. 22700 North, SR-132, Sanpete County (located about two miles south of Fountain Green). Full RV hookups. No tent camping allowed. (801) 628-2884

47 MT. PLEASANT RELIC HOME

The mission driving the Mt. Pleasant Relic Home is to record and preserve relics and events directly related to the settling of Mt. Pleasant and its history. Located at 150 S. State Street, Mt. Pleasant, the museum’s building, a former home built in 1869, is the reported location of the signing of the final peace treaty ending the Black Hawk War.

Inside this museum, you will find artifacts ranging from kitchen ware and meal preparation items to antique furniture, photos of past Sanpete County residents and other historic items and information. The museum is open Monday through Saturday from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.

49 LACE DAYS

JULY 10-12

Held at the Fairview Museum of History and Art, 84 N. 100 East, Fairview, Lace Days showcases the art of handmade lace. Everyone is invited to come and watch this work or bring their own handiwork to work on alongside the lacers. This is an opportunity to learn about the different types of lace and the tools used to make it. There will be materials there for visitors to try out lace making for themselves, and there will also be supplies, materials and tools of the trade for sale. For more information, call the museum at (435) 427-9216.

48 YUBA STATE PARK SAND CASTLE BUILDING COMPETITION

JULY 15

Put your artistic sand castle building skills to the test at the ninth annual Yuba State Park Sand Castle Building Competition. The competition will begin at North Beach at 1 p.m. with registration beginning at the beach at noon. Prizes will go to the top five castles in two categories: Adult Individual and Adult Team. There will also be kids’ individual and team categories. Park entrance fees apply. The content entry fee is $5 for Individual entrants and $10 for Team entrants.

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Sanpete County communities are full of beautiful parks where one can play ball, enjoy a picnic, watch the kids play on the playground or just sit under the trees and relax. Consider spending a day — or a few days — this summer exploring and relaxing at our local parks.

CENTERFIELD

Centerfield City Park, 100 S. 100 East

Offers a large pavilion with restrooms, electricity, running water two grills and a fire pit. Other features include a playground, horseshoe pit, basketball court and baseball field. To make a reservation, visit centerfieldcity.org/ parks-and-amenities.

EPHRAIM

Family Park, 300 N. 200 East Offers baseball and softball diamonds, batting cages, a playground, a pavilion, picnic tables, a grill, electricity and restrooms.

Heritage Park, 30 S. Main Street

Offers a pavilion, picnic tables, a grill, electricity and a playground.

Pioneer Park, 75 W. 100 North Offers a walking loop, historic features, picnic tables and benches.

Canyon View Park, 625 S. 100 East

Offers a pavilion, picnic tables, a grill, a playground, a splash pad and restrooms. Also located at Canyon View Park is the Ephraim City Amphitheater.

FAIRVIEW

Lion’s Park, 61-99 E. 100 South Offers a pavilion, picnic tables and a playground. Call (435) 427-3858 for more information.

Fairview City Sports Park, 500 S. State Street

Offers pickleball courts, basketball courts, a playground and more.

FOUNTAIN GREEN

Fountain Green City Park, 350 W. Center Offers pavilions, picnic tables, a ballball diamond with bleachers and restrooms. Call (435) 445-3453 for more information.

GUNNISON

Gunnison Park, 260 N. Main

Offers three pavilions, each equipped with a barbecue, electricity and tables allowing seating for up to 100 people. The park also features a skate park, playground equipment and restrooms. It is located next to the Gunnison Swimming Pool. For Gunnison Park reservations, call (435) 528-7969 or visit gunnisoncity.org.

MANTI

Manti City Park, 101 N. 300 West

Offers a baseball field, a pavilion, picnic tables, a playground and a volleyball area. For more information, call (435) 851-2634.

Manti Sports Complex, 998 N. 100 East

Includes a five-plex of baseball and softball fields, open grass fields for other sports, two parking lots and a center commons area.

Pioneer Heritage Gardens, 525 N. 100 East

Located across the street from the Manti Utah Temple and next door to the Historic Manti Cemetery, the Pioneer Heritage Gardens offer a peaceful place to reflect and learn about the values that made the pioneers of central Utah successful in a world fraught with hardships. The 2.5-acre gardens include a reflecting pool for the temple, a small amphitheater and benches where visitors can sit and meditate. The Pioneer Heritage Gardens are owned and operated by The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints.

MAYFIELD

Mayfield Town Park, 175 N. Main Street (Park Road)

Offers a baseball field, two park pavilions and a walking path around the park’s perimeter. Call (435) 528-5061 for reservations.

MORONI

Moroni City Park, 80 South 200 West Offers playground equipment. Located next to the Moroni City Offices.

Moroni City Recreation Park, 675 East 100 South Located next to North Sanpete Middle School, this park offers three baseball fields.

MT. PLEASANT

Mt. Pleasant City Park, 12 W. 800 South Offers two baseball fields, two pavilions with picnic tables, a playground, a maypole and a fire pit. It is located next to the Mt. Pleasant Rodeo Arena and the Mt. Pleasant City Cemetery.

North Sanpete 4-Plex Ball Field, 550 E. 700 South Offers four baseball fields with parking. Located next to North Sanpete High School.

51 FAIRVIEW DEMOLITION DERBY JULY 22

The annual Fairview Demolition Derby will be held Saturday, July 22, at 7 p.m. at Keller Arena, 500 S. State Street, Fairview, as part of the 2023 Fairview Pioneer Days celebration. The gates will open at 5 p.m. Tickets are reserved seating and are sold online only. For more information, visit fairviewcity.com or the Fairview Demolition Derby Facebook page.

IN SANPETE COUNTY

SPRING CITY

Spring City Park, 150 E. Center

Offers a baseball field, playground, volleyball area and pavilion with picnic tables. For more information, call (435) 462-2244.

WALES

Wales City Park, 150 N. State Offers pavilion and picnic tables. For more information, call (435) 436-9345.

52

GO BOWLING

Gather your family and friends and see who can score the highest at SnoCap Lanes, a bowling alley located at 605 S. Main Street, Ephraim. This facility has a family-friendly atmosphere and features a pro shop where you can purchase bowling items as well as the SnoCap Diner where you can enjoy breakfast, lunch and dinner. SnoCap Lanes also hosts tournaments and bowling leagues.

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JULY 10-24

Fairview City’s annual Pioneer Days Celebration will be held this year from July 10 through July 24. Events are planned to appeal to all ages and include sports tournaments, a rodeo, a car show, a demolition derby and a parade.

The schedule of events is as follows:

JULY 10-12

Lace Days at the Fairview Museum

SATURDAY, JULY 15

6 p.m.: Sand Volleyball Tournament

MONDAY, JULY 17

6 p.m.: Cornhole Tournament

TUESDAY, JULY 18

6 p.m.: Pickleball Tournament

WEDNESDAY, JULY 19

7 p.m.: Ice Breaker at Fairview Elementary School

THURSDAY, JULY 20

3 to 5 p.m.: Utah Beauty & Heritage Walk at Museum

4 p.m.: Singles Tennis Tournament

7 p.m.: Kids Rodeo at Keller Arena

FRIDAY, JULY 21

8 a.m.: Double Tennis Tournament

6 p.m.: Horse Parade on Main Street

7:30 p.m.: Rodeo at Keller Arena

SATURDAY, JULY 22

6 a.m.: Fireman’s Wakeup

6 a.m.: Fun Run

6:30 a.m.: Scrambalooza

7 a.m.: Fireman’s Breakfast at Iven Cox Park

7 a.m.: Flag Raising Ceremony at Fairview City Hall

9 a.m. to 5 p.m.: Fairview Artisan Market

10:30 a.m.: Kids Parade on State Street

Noon: EMT Luncheon at Iven Cox Park

1 p.m.: Vintage Car Show at Museum

1 p.m.: Old Fashioned Kids Games at Iven Cox Park

7 p.m.: Demolition Derby at Keller Arena

10 p.m.: Fireworks at Keller Arena

SUNDAY, JULY 23

7 p.m.: Daughters of Utah Pioneers Program at Peterson Dance Hall

MONDAY, JULY 24

7 p.m.: ATV Rodeo at Keller Arena

GRANARY ARTS

Granary Arts serves as a local anchor for creative activity, providing access to diverse forms of art that facilitate public participation. It provides opportunities for artists, curators, makers, students and educators to foster their creative vision while also providing arts education to schools and the community through a variety of programs, workshops, public art projects and other cultural events.

Granary Arts is located in the historic Ephraim granary located at 86 N. Main Street in Ephraim. Built in 1876 by the Female Relief Society, a local women’s religious organization, to serve the poor and store wheat, the building was saved from demolition in 1990 by a coalition of artists. With the help of community volunteers, the coalition spent countless hours restoring the oolite limestone structure. Once the building was renovated, it was converted to a community arts space.

Today, Granary Arts hosts a variety of exhibits of works by local, regional and international artists throughout the year along with events such as film screenings, performances, workshops, lectures, symposiums and artist receptions. Gallery hours are 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. Wednesday through Saturday. Admission to the gallery is free. Guided tours are available; contact Granary Arts to schedule one.

55 GREAT BASIN

STATION

The Great Basin Station operates under a unique partnership between Snow College and the Manti-La Sal National Forest. Located about 7 miles up Ephraim Canyon, the Great Basin Station is an old, renovated U.S. Forest Service research facility. The station has a rich history and is considered by many to be the cradle of worldwide rangeland and watershed research.

The station is nestled in a spruce/fir/aspen forest on the eastern edge of the Great Basin and is comprised of eight historic buildings. The station offers a variety of educational courses, workshops, programs and activities. It also has lodging facilities and is available for rent by groups wanting to enjoy their own activities there. For those looking to give back to the community, there are many service projects that can be performed at the station. To learn more, call 435-283-7376 or scan the QR code.

56 MAPLE CANYON ROCK CLIMBING

Located in the Uinta National Forest west of Freedom, Maple Canyon is one of the top locations in the world for rock climbing. Its rock walls are filled with thousands of embedded cobblestones, proving diverse climbing opportunities to match any climbing skill. Maple Canyon is a cool place to climb in the summer heat due to the shade provided by the narrow canyons. The canyon offers hundreds of established climbing routes that range from walls less than 10 feet high to hundreds of feet tall. For more advanced climbers, there are several large overhangs. The area also offers other activities such as hiking, ATV trails, camping, picnicking and more.

85 N. 100 E. Fairview, Utah • 435-427-9216 • fairviewmuseum.org

The Heritage Building is a 121-year-old former school with many rooms housing thousands of historical artifacts and the works of world renowned sculptor Avard T. Fairbanks (138 pieces). The more contemporary Horizon Building houses regional art, historical displays such as the Blackhawk Indian War, a large Clark Bronson bronze collection, and the centerpiece, a locally found mammoth. Outside see the large display of antique machinery and wagons. Other events include: Rotating Artist Gallery: Driving Forward Using A Rearview Mirror - Now until May 28, 2021; Art of Susan Rasmussen - June 7 to August 28, 2021; Utah Beauty and Heritage ArtwalkJuly 23 to August 7, 2021.

include a Rotating Artist Gallery: The Art of Roger Curtis - Now until May 27, 2023; The Art of Abe Kimball - June 3 to August 26, 2023; Utah Beauty and Heritage Art Walk - July 21 to August 12, 2023.

57 HEAD TO THE MOVIES

Of course, Sanpete County has one of the last remaining drive-in theaters in the country, but there are several other movie theaters where one can enjoy Hollywood blockbusters indoors and year-round. Scan the QR codes for movies and showtimes.

• SouthTowne Theatre, 687 S. Main Street, Ephraim

• Towne Theatre, 21 N. Main Street, Ephraim

SouthTowne & Town

• Casino Star Theatre, 78 S. Main Street, Gunnison

MAGAZINE KEY

The Ferron to Mayfield State Scenic Backway has a length of 48 miles. Allow three to four hours for travel.

Winding up Twelve Mile Canyon from Mayfield, this backway begins and ends in the pinyon-juniper country but climbs to well over 10,000 feet while passing through stands of aspen and conifer.

Angler destinations such as Town Reservoir, Ferron Reservoir and Willow Lake are located along this route. This gravel route is accessible to passenger cars during the summer and fall and becomes a snowmobiler’s haven during the winter.

Casino Star

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FOUNTAIN GREEN LAMB DAYS 59

JULY 14-15

First started in 1930, the celebration known as Lamb Days is conducted by Fountain Green each July. The name is fitting due to the historic nature of the area where raising sheep was a huge industry and is still an ongoing way of life for some.

Lamb Days draws people from all over and the annual activities include a co-ed softball tournament, entertainment, a lamb and sourdough dinner, a youth talent show, a fun run, a chuck wagon breakfast, a craft fair, a parade and fireworks.

The schedule of events is as follows:

JULY 7 & 8

7 p.m.: Lamb Day Play, Fountain Green Theatre

JULY 11-13 & 15

5:30 p.m. nightly: Co-Ed Softball Tournament

JULY 14-15

Craft Fair, 300 W. Center

FRIDAY, JULY 14

10 a.m.: Wool Show

4 p.m.: Car Show

5 to 8 p.m.: Lamb and Sourdough Dinner

5 to 9 p.m.: Cornhole Tournament

8 p.m.: Lamb Pit Preparation

9 p.m.: Kids’ Movie

SATURDAY, JULY 15

6:30 a.m.: Fun Run & Walk

7:30 a.m.: Flag Ceremony

7 to 9 a.m.: Chuck Wagon Breakfast

10 a.m.: Mammoth Parade

Noon to 4 p.m.: Kids Games at the City Park

Noon: Youth Talent Show

1 p.m.: Lamb Sandwiches at the City Park

3 p.m.: Mutton Bustin’ at the City Park

4 p.m.: Sawdust Dive at the City Park

4:30 p.m.: Drawing for prizes at the City Park

10 p.m.: Fireworks

60 JR. RANGER PROGRAM

Have you ever thought that you might want to be a park ranger when you grow up? Now is your chance to see, and do, some of what a ranger does by participating in the Jr. Ranger program at Palisade State Park, 2200 E. Palisade Road, Sterling. Jr. Ranger Booklets can be picked up at the park entrance station (for a small fee).

In the booklet, you will find fun activities you can complete to earn your Jr. Ranger badge. When you have finished the activities, take the book back to the place where you got it. An official will make sure you have completed enough activities and award you your Jr. Ranger badge.

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Spring City’s annual July 24th celebration will offer a week full of events for all ages, including a parade, children’s activities and the Spring City’s Got Talent, Old Time Gospel Music Revival and Saga of Spring City events. A schedule of events follows: for complete information, visit the Spring City website.

JULY 16-21

Itty-Bitty Spring City Contest

Spring City Trivia Contest

JULY 19

Children’s Baking Contest

JULY 20

Family Games in the Park/Movie

JULY 21

“Chalk the Walk” Contest

8 to 11 p.m.: Main Street Dance

JULY 22

7 to 9 a.m.: Fireman’s Breakfast

7 a.m.: 5K run

10 a.m.: Parade

11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m.: Park Party with midway

games, balloon art, face painting & inflatables

12:30 to 1:30 p.m. (or until the food is gone)

Community Barbecue

12:30 p.m.: Cornhole Tournament

1:30 p.m.: Announcement of Baking Contest Winners

2 p.m.: Coins in The Sand

7 p.m.: Spring City’s Got Talent, announcement of

winners of Itty-Bitty Spring City and Spring City

Trivia contests

JULY 23

7 p.m.: Old Time Gospel Music Revival

JULY 24

7 p.m.: Saga of Spring City

62 ASSIST THOSE IN NEED

Help feed your neighbors by donating to the Sanpete Pantry, a food pantry dedicated to helping those who are struggling financially in Sanpete County. The organization’s mission is to provide an opportunity for those in need to obtain food and other resources and at no cost to them while involving the community in a way that inspires them to serve their neighbors with empathy, respect and compassion.

Sanpete Pantry is located at 1080 Blackhawk Blvd. in Mt. Pleasant. Those needing its assistance can visit the pantry on Wednesdays and Thursdays between 1 and 3:30 p.m. The pantry also performs Mobile Food Drops in various locations throughout the county. The schedule for Mobile Food Drops can be viewed on the pantry’s Facebook page.

Additionally, the pantry offers its Kid Pack program, which has a goal to ensure every child has enough food to last through the weekend (when they can’t rely on school lunches). The pantry also partners with Snow College to provide free community courses on topics such as family finances, resume writing, networking, marriage, gardening and more.

Financial donations to support the pantry can be made on the Sanpete Pantry’s website (scan the QR code). Residents can also sign up there to volunteer at the pantry. For more information, call the pantry at (435) 4623006 or send an email to contact@sanpetepantry.org.

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UTAH’S BEAUTY & HERITAGE ARTWALK

JULY 20- AUGUST 11

The Fairview Museum of History and Art will host the sixth annual Utah’s Beauty and Heritage Artwalk July 20 through Aug. 11. The event will begin with a reception and red carpet ribbon-cutting ceremony on Thursday, July 20, from 3 to 5 p.m. The artwalk will be exhibited through Aug. 11.

Artists who wish to participate in this event are invited to submit up to two art pieces per category. The art must represent an authentic Utah landmark, Utah scene or a historical place, thing or person symbolic to Utah. Cash awards will be presented to winners in various categories. Registration will be conducted at the Horizon Building of the Fairview Museum, 55 N. 100 East, Fairview) between noon and 4 p.m. on Friday, July 14, and Saturday, July 15. The entry fee will be $5 per art piece. For more information, scan the QR code.

SPRING CITY 2023

PIONEER DAY CELEBRATION

JULY 16-24, 2023

July 16-21 Itty Bitty Spring City Contest Spring City Trivia Contest

July 19 Children’s Baking Contest

July 20 Family Games in the Park/Movie

July 21 “Chalk the Walk” Contest

July 21 Street Dance

July 22 7:00 - 9:00 am - Fireman’s Breakfast

7:00 am - 5K Run/Walk

10:00 am - Parade

11:30 - 1:30 pm- Park Party to include midway games, balloon art, face painting,inflatables

12:30 - 1:30 pm - or until food is gone – Community Barbecue

12:30 pm- Corn Hole Tournament

1:30 pm - Announce Baking Contest Winners

2:00 pm - Coins In The Sand

7:00 pm - “Spring City’s Got Talent” Announce Winners of Itty Bitty Spring City and Spring City Trivia Contests

July 23 7:00 pm - Old Time Gospel Music Revival

July 24 Saga of Spring City/Ice Cream Social Visit Springcityarts.org for information about our new Spring City Arts Music Festival presenting FREE music in Spring City all summer, including the Spring City Bluegrass and Folk Music Festival

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The Huntington-Eccles Scenic Byway, also known as the Energy Loop, has a length of 85 miles. Allow four hours for travel.

The views are breathtaking on the Huntington and Eccles Canyons National Scenic Byway. The route is rich with the history of mining in Utah’s coal country, with views of a coal-fired power plant and an operating mine along the way.

The Scofield Cemetery is witness to a mining disaster that killed hundreds of men and boys in 1900. The recovery site of a 9,500 year-old mammoth skeleton is interpreted just off the road and down a short trail near Huntington Reservoir.

In 2017, interpretive signs were placed along the byway where motorists can pull off and read about the unique features of the area. The byway, which traverses Huntington, Fairview and Eccles canyons, offers fishing, camping, hiking and ATV trails.

The paved road traverses state routes (SR) 31, 264 and 96 and can be accessed as it junctions with SR-10 in Huntington, SR-6 at the Scofield turn, and SR-89 in Fairview. Check road conditions before traveling in winter.

Be sure to make time on the weekend to visit the Stuart Guard Station in Huntington Canyon. The Civilian Conservation Corps (CCC) built the guard station during the 1920s Depression Era. The station now houses artifacts from that time and tells the story of how these young men built improvements throughout the forest to earn money for their families at home. The guard station also tells the story of the Manti-La Sal National Forest and its beginnings more than 100 years ago.

65 CASINO STAR THEATER

The historic and ornate Casino Star Theatre opened on Jan. 13, 1913, in Gunnison as an amusement hall and movie theater. An addition in the late 1910s enhanced its stage facilities, making it better suited for live performances.

Today, the building serves as an entertainment center for the Gunnison Valley and Sanpete County. It still shows movies regularly while also hosting concerts, plays and other performances ranging from local school groups to well-known performers and groups such as Kurt Bestor and the Utah Shakespeare Festival. Check out the Casino Star Theatre’s website for a list of upcoming events and movie showtimes.

66 VOLUNTEER IN YOUR COMMUNITY

Local schools, churches, community organizations — there are needs everywhere, and volunteers are the answer. Find one that suits you and/or your family and help build the community and your local quality of life. You’ll feel great about yourself, plus, as an added benefit, you’ll meet new friends!

67 VISIT THE CENTER OF UTAH

According to the U.S. Geological Survey, the geographic center of Utah is located west of Highway 89 between Ephraim and Manti. In 2008, a Scout named Jesse Richmond erected a monument at the site as an Eagle Scout project. The site is fairly easy to reach; scan the QR code for directions. The GPS coordinates for the location are N 39 23.200 W 111 41.100.

68 BOMBSHELL FLOWERS

JULY

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Indie Pop band Bombshell Flowers will be featured in concert on Saturday, July 29, at the Wind Walker Homestead, 11550 Pigeon Hollow Road, Spring City. This free concert will begin at 7 p.m. Bombshell Flowers writes original alternative/indie and western-inspired tunes and also covers ’90’s and early 2000s music. Their shows are fun and appropriate for age groups of 14 and older. The group met in 2011 and they have worked together and mastered their craft so they can bring to pass joy and great love of rock music to all their audiences.

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JULY 28 & 29

Taiko is a group drumming tradition from Japan that combines music, dance, rhythm and lots of energy into a beautiful, powerful and exhilarating experience. Rannoch Purcell, director of the Utah Taiko Experience, who grew up in Manti and is now a taiko professional teaching in Germany, had a desire to share his love of Utah with his taiko friends from around the world and his love of taiko with the Sanpete County community.

As a result, UTE will bring two special community events to Manti this summer. On Friday, July 28, the event “Get to Know Taiko” will be conducted at Manti High School. Attendees will enjoy a taiko presentation from 7 to 7:30 p.m. and a taiko workshop from 7:30 to 9:30 p.m.

On Saturday, July 29, an open-air taiko concert titled “Summer Thunder” will be presented in the Manti City Park, 200 N. 300 West. This will be an unforgettable evening of beauty, power, movement, rhythm and music. In the case of rain, the concert will be held in the Manti High School theater.

Both of these events are free of charge and open to the public, but those planning on attending should make

70 FISHING IN SANPETE

The Sanpete County area has dozens of excellent fishing opportunities, including some of the state’s best fisheries. Where to start? A lot of information can be found on the Utah Division of Wildlife Resources’ website, including finding different places to fish, how to get to those places, fish stocking reports, state rules and regulations, and how to obtain a fishing license.

Some area options include the following:

Gooseberry Reservoir

Fairview Lakes

Benches Pond

Miller Flat Reservoir

Boulger Reservoir

Huntington Reservoir

Mt. Pleasant Pond

New Canyon Reservoir

Palisade Reservoir & State Park

East Parley’s

Brad’s Secret Lake

Town Reservoir

Bee Tree Lake

Deep Lake

Upper WPA Pond

Lower WPA Pond

Shingle Mill Reservoir

Blue Lake

Emerald Lake

Ferron Reservoir

Duck Fork Reservoir

Loggers Fork Reservoir

Yearns Reservoir

Soup Bowl Reservoir

Petes Hole Reservoir

a reservation online at taikozentrum.de/the July 30 ute4utah as space is limited (a reservation for the July 29 concert will guarantee a seat if the concert is moved indoors due to inclement weather).

As part of these performances, donations will be accepted to fund new seats and curtains for the Manti High School auditorium.

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BLUEGRASS & FOLK MUSIC FESTIVAL

AUGUST 4 & 5

Take the entire family to Spring City on Aug. 4 and 5 and experience great bluegrass music and more during the Spring City Bluegrass & Folk Music Festival. This free event will be held at City Park, 50 S. 100 East. A variety of bands will perform and there will be booths, food and a variety of other activities to enjoy.

AUGUST 5

Watch the crown be passed to a new title-holder at the Miss Sanpete County and Teen Pageant. This year’s event will be held Aug. 5. at 7 p.m. Tickets will be available at the door; check the Miss Sanpete County Facebook Page for location of the pageant and ticket cost.

SPRING FARM LAVENDER U-PICK AUGUST 5

The lavender will be in bloom at a local farm in August, and the public is invited to pick their own fragrant bouquets of these popular flowers. Spring Farm’s Lavender Days event will be held Aug. 5 from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the farm, located at 50 E. Center Street in Spring City. Cut your own bouquet (paid for by the bundle) or bring a blanket and simply enjoy the beautiful view and the scent of lavender for free.

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The Utah Symphony will perform a free concert on Wednesday, Aug. 9, at the Spring City Historic LDS Rock Church, 164 S. Main Street. Visit utahsymphony.org/musicelevated to guarantee a seat.

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SANPETE COUNTY FAIR

AUGUST 18-19 & 23-26

A tradition for 107 years, the Sanpete County Fair will again be held this year and offer a multitude of activities for county residents at the fairgrounds in Manti. Visitors will find displays of all sorts and be able to enjoy a rodeo, the ever-popular demolition derby, animals of all descriptions, the carnival, the annual Fun on the Farm children’s activity, livestock shows and the Mammoth Parade.

The Sanpete County Fair Board is focused on providing high-quality family experiences. They hope you will join them this year for a fun and educational end-of-summer experience! Don’t miss the rides, food, games and entertainment. Dust off those boots and head down to the county fair for a great time.

76 DISC GOLF

For a new challenge, try your skill at disc golf at a course in Sanpete County. There are two to choose from:

Allen Howell Disc Golf Course, 681 E. Mill Road, Ephraim: This course is all in the rough with plenty of sagebrush and small, unexpected hills and dips. Redesigned in 2022, the course has 18 holes in rugged terrain. Wear good walking shoes; this course is not suitable for carts.

Gunnison Disc Golf Park, 200 N. Main Street, Gunnison: This is a 9-hole course located in the city park. The terrain is grassy, restrooms are available and the course is cart friendly. The first teepad is located by the Veterans Memorial opposite the parking lot.

77 SPRING CITY ARTS GALLERY

View and purchase local art at the Spring City Arts gallery located at 79 S. Main Street in Spring City. Summer gallery hours are noon to 5 p.m. Wednesday through Saturday. A variety of workshops and special events are also held at the gallery; visit the Spring City Arts website for more information

78 FARMER’S MARKET

Beck Family Farms, 300 W. 100 South, Centerfield, offers a farmer’s market each year from mid-August through the early part of November (excluding Sundays). You never know what you’ll find; it could be some of the farm’s approximately 90 varieties of pumpkins or 80 varieties of squash, or it could be gourds, jams, jellies or other fresh vegetables in season. Go check it out and be surprised!

79 TAKE A HISTORIC WALKING TOUR

Sanpete communities are full of historic structures. Walk through your community and search for historical markers and buildings, then see what you can learn about them. To get you started, both Manti and Ephraim have brochures available that list sites of note and a little bit of history about them. They also have maps, making your walk easy to plan. You can download these brochures by scanning the QR codes.

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80 SPRING CITY ARTS PLEIN AIR FESTIVAL

Selected artists will also paint on the morning of Sept. 2 as part of a “quick paint” event, with those works sold at a public auction beginning at 4 p.m. A reception will be held at the gallery at 7 p.m. on Sept. 1 with a preview of the competition paintings and announcement of the winners. The public is invited to attend this reception.

The Art Festival, Studio Tour and Painting Show and Sale will be held on Saturday, Sept. 2, from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. A celebration with food and music will be held Sept. 2 from 6 to 8 p.m. on Main Street. Visit springcityarts.org for more information.

81 SUPPORT LOCAL STUDENT ACTIVITIES

This school year, make time to support and cheer on local students. During the fall, this might mean attending local high school football games. The activities continue throughout the school year, with students showcasing their talents in a variety of sporting events, plays, concerts and more. Visit the websites of your local schools to check out their calendars and learn what games/performances/ activities are open to the public.

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82 SNOW COLLEGE EVENTS & GALLERIES 101 THINGS

As a four-year college with degree programs in the visual fine arts, dance, music and theater, Snow College in Ephraim has a full calendar of performances and art shows throughout the school year that the public can attend and enjoy.

The college’s Eccles Center for the Performing Arts is home to several performance spaces where musicals, plays, concerts and recitals are held. These performances are open to the public; tickets can be purchased at the Eccles Center box office.

The Snow College Art Gallery exhibits national solo and group art shows and annually showcases Artists in Residence/Works in Progress, a juried exhibition of student work and a bi-annual faculty exhibition. The gallery also houses the Snow College Permanent Collection of art. Three art galleries on campus showcase student exhibitions. All of these exhibitions are free and open to the public.

83 SUNDER CREEK FARMS PUMPKIN PATCH & CORN MAZE

Sunder Creek Farms offers a pumpkin patch and corn maze each fall for the public to enjoy. This year, the fall activities will begin Sept. 29‬ and continue through October. Activities include pumpkin picking, a tube slide, a farm train, yard games, a giant slide, farm animals and more.‬

All activities are included with price of admission. Cost is $5 per person (2 and under are free). Pumpkins are sold separately. Sunder Creek Farms is located on Hwy. 117 between Highways 132 and 89 in Chester.

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84 MANTI-EPHRAIM AIRPORT ANNUAL FLY-IN

The annual Manti-Ephraim Airport Fly-In event will be held Saturday, Sept. 9, throughout the day at the airport. This event is full of activities and demonstrations centered on the magic of flight. Past activities have included take off and landing demonstrations, kids hangar activities, helicopter rides and representatives of various Utah college aviation departments as well as music and food. Check the Ephraim City website for more information.

85 MANTI FARMERS MARKET

The annual Manti Farmers Market starts in August and continues on Saturdays beginning at 8 a.m. until the end of the harvest. Vendors sell a variety of items, including local produce, handcrafted goods, flowers, herbs, baked goods, eggs, jams, honey and more. The market is held behind the historic Manti City Hall building at 191 N. Main.

86 ATTEND A CITY COUNCIL MEETING

Attending a city council meeting is one of the best ways to learn about your city’s activities and share your views with your elected officials. Check out your city or town website to see when your local council meets. Let your voice be heard when it comes to local issues.

87 GUNNISON GUT CHECK

SEPTEMBER 8 & 9

The Gunnison Gut Check is a two-day event honoring our heroic first responders. The event is annually scheduled on or near Sept. 11 and recalls how Americans came together, putting differences aside, in the aftermath of the 9/11 terror attacks.

The Gunnison Gut Check will start with a patriotic procession on Main Street in Gunnison. This will begin at 5 p.m. on Sept. 8 and proceed from 300 South to the city park. There will also be a dinner and auction that evening.

On Saturday, Sept. 9, at 6:46 a.m., the Gut Check march will begin. This will have entrants walking, running and marching over dirt roads and mountain-type terrain in the Gunnison area. Those interested in participating have several categories to choose from. They are:

Individual Full March (25 miles)

Individual Monster Half March (16.2 miles)

Team Full March (26 miles)

Team Monster Half March (16.2 miles)

Mini Gut Check Under 18 (4 miles)

Mini Gut Check Adults (4 miles)

Mini Gut Check Over 55 (4 miles)

Entrants can also choose to participate “heavy” by carrying a 35-pound backpack through the course. All proceeds from the Gunnison Gut Check will be used to benefit the following charities: the Utah 1033 Foundation, the Utah Valley University Veteran Success Center, the Wildland Firefighters Foundation, the CPL Acel Thompson Not Forgotten Fund, Heroes Haven and the Forge Forward Project. To register, scan the QR code.

90 NIGHTMARE ON MAIN STREET

Each year in Ephraim City, trick-or-treaters find their way downtown to participate in Nightmare on Main Street. The public is invited to participate in a truck-or-treat and other activities are offered for the enjoyment of all. Check the Ephraim City Recreation Facebook page for this year’s date and more information.

88 BECK FAMILY FARMS

From around mid-September through the end of October, Beck Family Farms in Centerfield has everything a family could want to celebrate the autumn season. Beck Family Farms supplies pumpkins to more than 100 grocery stores in Utah and Nevada; it grows dozens of varieties of both pumpkins and squash. Participate in the Wild Pumpkin Adventure, explore the kids’ straw bale maze, play mini-golf (call ahead to schedule a time) or simply go out into the pumpkin patch and select your perfect pumpkin. The farm is located at 300 W. 100 South in Centerfield.

89 DAUGHERS OF UTAH PIONEER MUSEUMS

Several Daughters of Utah Pioneers museums operate in Sanpete County, giving residents an opportunity to learn more about their local area’s history.

Spring City DUP Museums:

Historic 1899 School/Current City Hall,

45 S. 100 East, and Old City Hall, 46 N. Main.

(435) 462-2244

Fort Ephraim DUP Museum & Cabins: 75 W. 100 North, Ephraim.

(435) 851-6768

John Patten DUP Museum: 300 N. 100 West, Manti.

(435) 851-0012

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VIEW A SOLAR ECLIPSE

OCTOBER 14

On Oct. 14, an annular solar eclipse will cross North America. An annular solar eclipse happens when the moon passes between the sun and Earth while it is at its farthest point from Earth. Because the moon is farther away from Earth, it appears smaller than the sun and does not completely cover the star. This creates a “ring of fire” effect in the sky. The full annular eclipse will be visible in Richfield, with a partial eclipse visible in Sanpete County. According to solarsystem.nasa.gov, the eclipse will begin at 9:09 a.m. that day, with the maximum eclipse occurring at 10:28 a.m. During an annular eclipse, it is never safe to look directly at the sun without specialized eye protection designed for solar viewing.

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NOVEMBER 7

Election Day is Tuesday, Nov. 7. All the information you need to register, learn how to vote and see election results can be found at sanpete.com/elections.html. There is also a list of ballot drop-off locations. Voter registration is open to citizens of the United States and those who have been residents of Utah for at least 30 days prior to Election Day.

93 MANTI CITY HALLOWEEN FESTIVAL

OCTOBER 28

Manti City will host its Halloween Festival on Oct. 28 from 5:30 to 8 p.m. at the Manti Sports Complex, 998 N. 100 East. The spooky fun will be plentiful at this event, which will include kids games, entertainment, food, the Spooker’s Alley and a trunk or treat. All are invited to decorate their cars and hand out treats as part of the “Trunk’n Treat.” Pumpkin carving and painting will also be part of the fun.

94 SKYLINE SNOWMOBILE COMPLEX

Sanpete County is home to one of the nation’s most outstanding snowmobiling areas: the Skyline Snowmobile Complex. Located east of the towns of Fairview, Ephraim, Manti and Mayfield, the complex can be accessed from one of four canyons in the Sanpete Valley.

The Skyline Snowmobile Complex offers high-mountain sledding, with the best riding at elevations between 8,000 and 10,000 feet above sea level. While racing across the mountain top, you can often see down both sides of the mountain into the valleys below. There is something for everyone, from mountain valleys for relaxing, easy rides to hills and bowls for the thrill-seeker.

There are more than 140 miles of snowmobiling trails in the complex groomed by the Utah Division of Parks and Recreation. For information about trails and a trail map, scan the QR code.

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95 MANTI CHRISTMAS LIGHT PARADE

NOVEMBER 24

Manti City annually presents its Christmas Light Parade on the Friday after Thanksgiving. This year, the parade will be held on Friday, Nov. 24, at 6 p.m. on Main Street. Other activities are held as well; the entire evening’s schedule will be as follows:

4 p.m.: Drive by and meet Santa at the Manti High School bus loading zone. Bring your letters to Santa in a self-addressed, stamped envelope.

5 p.m.: Decorate your trucks, trailers, ATVs, etc. with lights and meet at the red church at 300 S. Main Street.

6 p.m.: The Christmas Light Parade begins. Following the parade, all are invited to gather in the Manti High School gym for an evening of entertainment, great food and enjoyment.

96 MT. PLEASANT CHRISTMAS LIGHTS FESTIVAL

After Thanksgiving, Mt. Pleasant host its annual Christmas Lights Festival. Lights on buildings lining the city’s historic Main Street are turned on. Other activities are also held including children’s games and musical entertainment. Check the city’s website for more information.

97 EPHRAIM LIGHT PARADE

Each year in early December, Ephraim City kicks off the holiday season with its Christmas Light Parade. This event is accompanied by a fireworks show and various other activities, including musical performances. For details, visit the Ephraim City website.

98 GUNNISON VALLEY LIGHT PARADE

Gunnison City offers the Gunnison Valley Light Parade as well as other events during the holiday season. Check the city website for details.

99 SUNDER CREEK FARMS CHRISTMAS TIME ON THE FARM

ALL DECEMBER

For an old-fashioned Christmas experience, visit Sunder Creek Farms in December. A horse-drawn carriage ride through the snow, a visit with Santa, a cup of hot cocoa, a few trips down the snow slide and making some ornaments will be sure to add magic to your holidays.

All activities, including one carriage ride, are included with price of admission. Cost is $10 per person (2 and under are free). Check the website in early November for early bird pricing at a discounted rate. Sunder Creek Farms is located on Hwy. 117 between Highways 132 and 89 in Chester.

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100 CANDLEIGHT CHRISTMAS HOME TOUR, ART & CRAFT SALE

Tour some beautiful pioneer homes all decorated for Christmas, find handmade art, gifts and treats for your loved ones and help support the efforts of Friends of Historic Spring City at this event, which will include music, an art sale and booths to browse.

101 ‘MESSIAH’ PERFORMANCE

Performing Handel’s “Messiah” is a tradition in Sanpete County that has been ongoing for many decades. In 2022, the Snow College Horne School of Music and the Central Utah Master Chorale presented the 89th annual performance of Handel’s masterpiece in the Eccles Center for the Performing Arts at Snow College in Ephraim. The performance is held annually in December; check the Snow College website for details about the 2023 performance.

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Gates open at 6:30 rodeo starts at 8:00 PM

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Announcers: Mike Mathis and Anthony Lucia.

Barrelman, Matt Merritt will keep you entertained.

Pre and post show music by Charlie Jenkins.

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