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The Utah State Parks
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State Parks Reservations - More Options, Better Service The Utah State Parks Reservation Office launches a new online reservation system this January featuring updated site descriptions, maps, high quality photos and the ability to transfer and cancel reservations. “We’re excited about the new system and upgraded features,” commented Reservation Manager Emily Hearndon. “We listened to our customers and incorporated their suggestions. your free Cool Tool - Get tion Center 2010 Reserva calendar opening date ur copy, magnet. For yo s@utah.gov email parknew ) 322-3770 or call 1 (800
Explore Snow Canyon State Park, hike through goblins at Goblin Valley or discover dinosaurs at the Utah Field House of Natural History State Park Museum.
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Our call center offers the same great service, so customers have more options than ever.” Our cancellation policy is now more flexible, too. Customers may now cancel their reservation up to four days in advance instead of seven. Cancellations made four days or more in advance of the scheduled arrival date (14 days for group sites) allow a refund less the non-refundable reservation fee and a $5 cancellation fee. Cancellations made less than four days in advance (14 days for
One of three new cabins at Palisade State Park
group sites) allow a refund less the non-refundable reservation fee, $5 cancellation fee and the first night camping fee. Plan your Utah State Parks visit now! Call 1 (800) 322-3770 or visit stateparks.utah.gov.
This Year, Give the Gift of Go! Give or enjoy the gift of the great outdoors this holiday. We offer annual and senior passes, which provide for an entire year of adventure. Passes for the 2010 season are available in early December. Annual passes are $75 while Senior Adventure Passes for Utah residents 62 years and older are $35. Mention this newsletter or code USPFLL and receive $5 off either pass before January 1, 2010. Passes allow the cardholder and up to seven guests in the same vehicle, day-use access and provide a $2 discount off camping
except on holidays and holiday weekends. Passes are honored at all state parks except This Is The Place Heritage Park, and do not cover the Davis County Causeway fee at Antelope Island State Park. Passes are valid for one person/machine only at Jordan River OHV State Recreation Area. Passes may be purchased at all state parks, region offices, online at stateparks.utah.gov and our Salt Lake Region Office at 1594 West North Temple in Salt Lake City. For more information, call (801) 538-7220 or (877) UT-PARKS or visit stateparks. utah.gov.
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On Board, On Track, Online Utah’s off-highway vehicle (OHV) and personal watercraft (PWC) youth education courses are now available exclusively online at stateparks.utah.gov. Study at your own pace and take a course in the comfort of your own home. “Your safety is our number one concern. We want to reduce the number of accidents by educating youth to operate ATVs and PWCs safely,” stated Education Coordinator Ann Evans. “Online courses provide easier access to education courses and allow students to learn at their own pace.” Utah law requires youth eight to 16 to complete the Utah State Parks Know Before You Go! OHV Education Course before operating a machine on public lands,
roads or trails. It is illegal for any child under age eight to operate an OHV on public land. Youth 12 to 17 years of age are required to complete and pass the Utah PWC Education Course in order to operate PWC (Jet Ski, Wave Runner, Sea-Doo) without an adult on board. Children younger than 12 may not operate a PWC without a responsible adult onboard. Cost for the OHV class is $30 and covers ATVs, off-highway motorcycles and side-by-side ATVs. The cost of the PWC course is $34.95, which includes a $5 certification fee. Upon successful completion of the course, students print a temporary certificate valid for 60 days and later receive a permanent certificate by mail. Students are strongly encouraged to thoroughly study all materials prior to taking the test. Students who do not pass the course must pay a second registration fee and retake the test.
Snowmobile Safety Tips • Always keep your machine in top mechanical condition • Always check weather and avalanche conditions before you go • Let someone know where you’re going and when you’ll return • Avoid steep slopes and avalanche danger • Never ride alone • Always wear insulated boots and protective clothing including helmet, gloves and eye protection • Know the terrain you are riding • Don’t drink and ride • Carry a tool kit, first aid kit and emergency supplies For more information, visit stateparks.utah.gov or call (801) 538-RIDE.
For more information, visit stateparks.utah.gov or call (800) OHV-RIDE or (800) RIDE PWC.
Cold Weather Boating Tips • Always wear a life jacket. Not only will it keep you afloat, it provides an extra layer of warmth if you end up in the water. Wearing a life jacket can also aid in self-rescue, providing extra time to climb back into the boat. Statistics show 75 percent of people who drowned in boating accidents would have survived had they been wearing a life jacket. • Weather can change very rapidly and create unexpected situations. Always watch for changes in the weather and monitor forecasts. As always, make sure to inform a friend or relative of where you are boating and when you expect to return.
• State boating law requires all children 12 years of age and younger to wear a life jacket while a boat is in operation. Utah State Parks recommends that all boaters wear a life jacket at all times. For more information or to take a boating safety course, visit stateparks.utah.gov or call (801) 538-BOAT. Wear it Utah!
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the Gift of Green Soldier Hollow
Wasatch Mountain
Get your golfer a punch pass or gift certificate for the links at Soldier Hollow, Wasatch Mountain, Green River or Palisade golf course. Gift certificates are available in any amount and prices for punch passes vary for each course. Get more information online at stateparkgolf.utah.gov or call our courses directly to order:
Palisade
Green River
Soldier Hollow Golf Course / (435) 654-7442 Wasatch Mountain Golf Course / (435) 654-0532 Green River State Park Golf Course / (435) 564-8882 Palisade State Park Golf Course / (435) 835-4653 Visit us at the Salt Lake Golf Show March 26, 27 and 28 at the South Towne Expo Center.
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Eugene’s Dutch Oven Pork Prepare your briquettes, approximately 12 for the bottom and 16 to 20 for the top. More may be needed after one hour or so. 5 lbs. boneless pork, thick cut Season to taste (I like a steak seasoning or lemon and garlic pepper) One bottle Alfredo sauce 12 ounces seasoned bread stuffing One onion, finely chopped Sliced mushrooms, canned or fresh
Check it Out!
Did you know we partner with libraries statewide to provide free Annual Passes?
Use your library card, check out an annual pass, pack a picnic and take a trip to one or more state parks.
Pour a thin layer of Alfredo sauce on the bottom of the Dutch oven, add pork, more sauce, a layer of bread crumbs, along with the mushrooms and onion. Cook the meat slowly for at least one to 1.5 hours Enjoy! Visit Ranger Swalberg at Green River and Goblin Valley state parks.
For a list of participating libraries, check out the Rockin’ Utah page online at stateparks.utah.gov.
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Calendar of Events Please join us at one of these celebrations December 7 Frontier Homestead State Park Museum – this season: November 24 - December 31 Willard Bay State Park - Willard Holiday Light Festival: Enjoy a drive-through holiday light show at the North Marina. Children and adults delight in the lighted animation, sleigh rides, cocoa and bonfires. From 5:30 to 9:30 p.m. each evening. Only $7 per vehicle. Annual Passes are not valid for this event. (435) 734-9494 November 28 Territorial Statehouse State Park Museum Fillmore Holiday Light Event: Enjoy the annual holiday lighting ceremony at 6 p.m. with singing, holiday treats and fun in a simple, historical setting. (435) 743-5316 November 28 Escalante Petrified Forest State Park Escalante Backcountry Hike: Join the park naturalist to learn about the early history of Bailey’s Wash, watch for wildlife and view ancient rock art. This hike is approximately five miles round-trip and covers some steep and rocky terrain. A vehicle is required to reach the trailhead. Meet at the visitor center at 11 a.m. and bring a lunch, water and warm clothing. (435) 628-2255 December 5 Camp Floyd/Stagecoach Inn State Park and Museum - Fairfield Ladies of Camp Floyd Camp: Take a step back in time to learn about the life and times of women at Camp Floyd. Participants wear period attire dresses, meet costumed interpreters, play 19th century games, learn etiquette of the period, construct a rag doll and learn period dances. (801) 768-8932
Cedar City Christmas at the Homestead: Join park staff for a celebration of the season and pioneer heritage. Cost is $3 per family. (435) 586-9290 December 7 Territorial Statehouse State Park Museum – Fillmore Old Fashioned Family Christmas: Join park staff at 6 p.m. to help decorate the Little Rock School and learn how some traditional decorations were made. Popcorn and treats will be served. (435) 743-5316 December 12 Antelope Island State Park - Syracuse Legends by Firelight: Join park staff from 6 to 8 p.m. by the fire for an evening of oral tradition as we explain how jackrabbit got his large ears, why coyote is so tricky and other American Indian myths and legends. Bring marshmallows and sticks if desired. This is an outdoor program, so please dress for the weather. (801) 773-2941
Share Your Photos and Stories With Us! Do you have a picture of a recent trip to a Utah state park? Tell us about your visit and you could win cool Utah State Parks swag. Submit your photos and stories online at uspphotos@utah.gov
We wish you a safe and peaceful holiday season.