2022 Sanpete County Recreation Guide

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Table of Contents Summer Events Calendar.......................................... 10

Mt. Pleasant Hub City Days....................................... 32

Spring City Arts Music Festival.................................. 12

Mountain Biking in Sanpete..................................... 34

PRCA Xtreme Bulls.................................................... 13

20th Annual Manti ATV Run.................................... 38

Skyline Eventing Park Equestrian Competitions..... 14

Fairview Museum of History & Art........................... 40

Sanpete Aquatics....................................................... 15

Fountain Green Lamb Days...................................... 42

Scandinavian Heritage Festival................................. 16

Driving Local Scenic Byways..................................... 44

Spring City Heritage Day.......................................... 20

Fairview Pioneer Days Celebration.......................... 48

Local City Parks.......................................................... 22

Relic Home................................................................. 49

20th Annual Rat Fink Reunion................................. 24

Spring City Pioneer Day Celebration........................ 50

Monster Truck Insanity Tour..................................... 26

2022 Sanpete County Fair......................................... 52

Roots & Boots Concert.............................................. 26

Spring City Arts Plein Air Competition.................... 54

Popular Local Fishing Spots...................................... 28

Maple Canyon: Rock Climbing & More.................... 56

Utah Free Fishing Day............................................... 29

Sanpete County Campgrounds................................. 58

Wales Welsh Days...................................................... 30

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SUMMER EVENTS CALENDAR 2022 MAY May 27 & 28: Scandinavian Heritage Festival (Ephraim) May 28: Spring City Heritage Day May 30: Take the Oath Memorial PRCA Xtreme Bulls (Manti)

JUNE June 2-4: 20th Annual Rat Fink Reunion (Manti) June 4: Monster Truck Insanity Tour (Manti) June 10: Roots & Boots Concert (Manti) June 11: Utah Free Fishing Day June 24 & 25: Wales Welsh Days June 24-25: Skyline Eventing Park Freedom Fest competition (Mt. Pleasant) June 24 - July 4: Mt. Pleasant Hub City Days 4th of July Celebration

JULY June 24 - July 4: Mt. Pleasant Hub City Days 4th of July Celebration July 12 & 13: Manti ATV Run (Arapeen Trail) July 12-16: Fountain Green Lamb Days July 11-25: Fairview Pioneer Days Celebration July 18-24: Spring City Pioneer Day Celebration

AUGUST Aug. 5 & 6: Spring City Bluegrass & Folk Festival Aug. 19-27: Sanpete County Fair (Manti) Aug. 27 through Sept. 3: Spring City Plein Air Painting Competition

SEPTEMBER Aug. 27 through Sept. 3: Spring City Plein Air Painting Competition Sept. 15 & 16: Manti ATV Run (Arapeen Trail) Sept. 16-18: Skyline Eventing Park fall competition (Mt. Pleasant)

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Spring city arts music festival Spring City Arts is offering the new Spring City Arts Music Festival this summer with a variety of musical groups and styles scheduled to perform. The lineup includes the Spring City Bluegrass & Folk Festival in August.

All the concerts are free of charge. The concert schedule is as follows. For more information, visit springcityarts.org.

Thursday, May 26: Guitarist - Claude Bourbon, Spring City Art Gallery, 79 S. Main Street. 7 p.m.

Saturday, June 4: Jazz - Tom Young and Friends, Spring City Park, 45 S. 100 East. 7 p.m.

Saturday, June 25: Classical - Brian Stucki, Spring City Art Gallery, 79 S. Main Street. 7 p.m.

Saturday, July 2: Independent Rock - Cardinal Bloom, Spring City Park, 45 S. 100 East. 7 p.m.

Friday, July 8: Grizzly Goat, Spring City Park, 45 S. 100 East. 7 p.m.

Friday and Saturday, Aug. 5 & 6: Spring City Bluegrass & Folk Festival, Spring City Park, 45 S. 100 East. Times to be announced at a later date.

Guitarist Claude Bourbon

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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 Rotating Artist Artist Gallery: Gallery:Driving The Art and Photography of Lachelle Bradly Forward Using A Rearview MirrorCook - Nowand untilNatalie May 28, Now 28, 2022; The Art- June of MaKay Larsen28, - June 10 Utah to August 27, 2022; UtahArtwalk Beauty2021;until Art May of Susan Rasmussen 7 to August 2021; Beauty and Heritage and Heritage Artwalk - July 21 to August 13, 2022.

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PRCA XTREME BULLS A local nonprofit organization is bringing a major rodeo event to Sanpete County in an effort to raise money to honor veterans and first responders.

The Take the Oath Memorial organization will present the PRCA Xtreme Bulls event on Memorial Day, Monday, May 30, at the Sanpete County Fairgrounds, 50 W. 500 North, Manti. Seating is general admission and tickets are $15 ($12 for children 12 and under, $12 for senior citizens and children 5 and younger are free).

Tickets are on sale now at the Ace Hardware stores in Gunnison, Ephraim and Moroni as well as at JJWD Hardware in Salina. Tickets can also be purchased online at taketheoathmemorial.com.

The action will begin at 1 p.m. that day with preshow act Knights of Mayhem, a group that performs heavy armor, full contact jousting. At 2 p.m., the Grand Entry will occur, and at 2:15 p.m. the Xtreme Bulls competition will begin.

The PRCA Xtreme Bulls Tour showcases the PRCA’s top bull riders and some of the rankest bulls the world has to offer. Xtreme Bulls bull riders include the top bull riders from the PRCA World Standings as well as contestants who advance through Xtreme Bulls qualifying events.

In Xtreme Bulls events, every contestant competes in the first round, with the top performers advancing to the final round. The winner of the two-head average after the final round earns the title for that Tour stop. Money won on the PRCA Xtreme Bulls Tour counts toward the PRCA World Standings for bull riding, which determine the qualifiers for the Wrangler National Finals Rodeo in Las Vegas, but it does not count toward the PRCA’s all-around standings.

The Take the Oath Memorial organization is a nonprofit entity formed to raise funds to be used 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.

Jon Larson, president of Take the Oath Memorial, said the majority of the proceeds from the Xtreme Bulls event will go toward funding a memorial to veterans and first responders that will be placed on land just west of the Manti Cemetery. The plan for the memorial includes several statues representing various occupations for which people take an oath to defend, protect and serve others.

The remainder of the funds raised will go toward making improvements at the fairgrounds and, if enough is raised, to providing scholarships for local students.

Larson said his group plans to continue presenting the Xtreme Bulls event in the future in order to con-

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tinue raising funds for these causes.

As part of its fundraising efforts, Take the Oath Memorial is also conducting a drawing for a custom-built saddle, a Christensen Arms rifle, a custom-made rasp knife, 300 pounds of ground beef and 6 tons of gravel. For more information, visit taketheoathmemorial.com.

Those attending the Xtreme Bulls event will enjoy a variety of specialty acts, starting with the jousting abilities of Knights of Mayhem. The rodeo announcer will be Kade Rogge, and the bullfighters will be Tyson Hutchison and Joe Butler. World Champion trick roper and gun spinner Rider Kiesner will perform as will dancing horse trainer Felix Santana.

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SKYLINE EVENTING PARK EQUESTRIAN COMPETITIONS 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 by jumping rails and fences.

For more information, visit Skyline Eventing Park’s Facebook page or skylineeventingpark.com or send an email to skylineeventing@gmail.com.

JUNE 24-25 Skyline’s annual Freedom Fest returns this year on June 24 and 25. On Friday, June 24, at 8 a.m., the two phases, dressage and showjumping, will be displayed most of the day. Then, on Saturday, June 25, at 8 a.m., there will be a mini-event with competition in dressage, cross country and showjumping.

SEPT. 16-18 The fall USEA-recognized equestrian competition three-day event will take place Friday through Sunday, Sept. 16-18, with dressage, cross county, showjumping and awards. The schedule is as follows: Friday, Sept. 16, from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.: Dressage competition.

Saturday, Sept. 17, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.: Cross Country competition.

Sunday, Sept. 18, from 8 a.m. to 3 p.m.: Showjumping competition and awards.

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SANPETE AQUATICS SWIMMING IN SANPETE 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.

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.

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.

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.

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SCANDINAVIAN HERITAGE FESTIVAL

MAY 27 & 28, 2022

Ephraim City will welcome visitors to the annual Scandinavian Heritage Festival as it returns again for the 46th year on Memorial Weekend, Friday and Saturday, May 27-28. The festival will feature two full days of music, entertainment, crafts, arts, demonstrations, speakers, stories, food, vendors, sports, car show, tours and a parade.

Visitors from all around come to enjoy the traditional festivities. 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. Visit the Scandinavian Festival’s website at scandinavianfestival.org for more information.

The activities will include the following events.

VIKING HISTORICAL RE-ENACTMENT GROUP Come and enjoy a group of Norse and Celtic enthusiasts as they portray Scandinavian costumes, trades and art. These reenactors will host Viking games, show demonstrations of Scandinavian trades, tell stories and display interesting items for viewing. Visit them in the space just northwest of the Snow College Noyes Building.

OLDE SCANDINAVIAN CRAFTERS VILLAGE Check out the Olde Scandinavian Crafters Village just west of the Snow College Noyes Building. There will be arts and crafts activities for kids as well as various traditional artisans demonstrating trades such as blacksmithing, woodworking, Swedish rug weaving, soap making and doll carving.

In addition, artists will be demonstrating bobbin lace making, tatting, harbinger, black work, crocheting, knitting and yarn spinning. Each year brings something new; come and find out what it is!

PIONEER REENACTMENTS Pioneer Reenactments will show festival goers how the pioneers lived, worked and played starting at 11 a.m. on Friday, May 27. Come to Pioneer Park, 149 N. Main Street, for two days of reenactments that will give modern-day folks a glimpse into the pioneer way of life.

See how pioneers cooked historic Scandinavian recipes over an open fire, then stick around for demonstrations on period sewing and woodworking. Then listen to some good old-fashioned pioneer storytelling.

Beginning at 11:30 a.m. on Saturday, May 28, historical tours of the Hansen House and other pioneer cabins will be available.

The kids should have fun participating in pioneer children’s games and activities. The reenactments and demonstrations will be offered from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. on Friday and Saturday.

HERITAGE CONFERENCE The Scandinavian Festival Heritage Conference gives participants an opportunity to learn about Scandinavian and pioneer influences in the lives of early settlers in Ephraim and the Sanpete Valley.

The presentations are particularly interesting for those with Scandinavian or other pioneer ancestors.

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SCANDINAVIAN HERITAGE FESTIVAL The conference will take place at the Snow College Huntsman Library (located near the northeast corner of 100 East and Center Street in Ephraim). Go to scandinavianfestival.org for more information.

QUILT EXPO The Scandinavian Heritage Festival’s Quilt Expo will begin Friday, May 27. It is presented upstairs in the Ephraim Co-op Building, 96 N. Main Street, on Friday from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. and on Saturday from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.

The expo includes quilts from local artists, particularly quilts that exemplify Ephraim’s Scandinavian or pioneer heritage and Mormon pioneer handicraft as kept alive by today’s aficionados.

A patchwork of quilts is expected to be shown at the Scandinavian Festival Quilt Show, with types ranging from hand sewn to machine sewn, appliqued, pieced and perhaps even antique. Antique quilts that have been in a family for years are welcome as are quilts by young or first-time quilters and quilted projects other than blankets. Tied or kit quilts are not encouraged.

Local quilting groups may contribute quilts to the show, but others are encouraged to bring their works in as well. The show will be judged by the Ephraim City Scandinavian Festival Board. For more information, go to scandinavianfestival.org/quilt-show.

OPEN PLAY OF SCANDINAVIAN-THEMED YARD GAMES Beginning at noon on Friday and Saturday, festival attendees will have the opportunity to participate in traditional yard games played by many in the Scandinavian region. Games will be set up on the lawn north of the Snow College Noyes Building. Some of the games that will be offered are Varpa, Kubb, and Mölkky.

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informing everyone about how to play the game and the history behind each game. Participation in the games is free to the public.

VARPA COMPETITION Kids 12 years and younger will have the chance to compete in an outdoor game dating back to the Viking Age. Varpa (meaning to throw) requires strength and precision as participants toss rocks at a pole and attempt to land their rocks the closest.

Many compare this game to horseshoes and bocce.

Participation in this competition is free. The competition will be held at 1 p.m. on Friday and noon on Saturday. Prizes will be given to the winner! Registration is free for this competition.

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SCANDINAVIAN HERITAGE FESTIVAL MOVIE IN THE PARK To close out the Friday festivities, the Scandinavian Festival will be hosting a Movie in the Park featuring “How to Train Your Dragon 2.” The Viking-themed animated feature will begin at 8:30 p.m. and all that attend the festival are invited to participate in the cinematic experience.

The movie will be held in the large green space between the Greenwood Student Center and the Snow College football field. Admission is free.

FUN RUNS Saturday begins early with this year’s Viking races!

Starting at 6:30 a.m., participants can register or get ready to run this year’s Copenhagen 1K. This event is for those who want to warm up before the bigger races or do a small race with the family. The 1K run will begin and end at the pavilion in the Ephraim Sports Park located at 210 E. 300 North.

Also at the park starting at 7 a.m., the Scandinavian Festival’s “Nordic 10K Run” will begin with the Run Like Lars 5K beginning shortly afterward at 7:30 a.m.

To get into the Viking mood, each participant will be given their own “Viking beard” to wear as they storm to the finish line.

Each participant will be given a T-shirt at the finish line of each race. Participants will also be given the opportunity to take a picture with Lars the Viking at the end of each race.

Registration is currently open for each race. You can register online at https://ephraimcityrecreation. sportsites.com/player#Root10284b297-e303-46c38783-6a30911eda260.

VIKE ON A BIKE Vike on a Bike, a mountain bike race for all experience levels, will begin Saturday morning before the festival’s parade. Participants will be able to select their course option based on the level of difficulty they would like to attempt. All participants in this race will receive a T-shirt commemorating their achievement. For more information, call Beverly Thomas at (435) 340-1052.

LIONS CLUB AEBLESKIVERS BREAKFAST Start Saturday off with an appetizing breakfast hosted by the Lions Club. The annual Aebleskiver Breakfast will be served from 8 to 10 a.m. at the Ephraim City Senior Center, located at Pioneer Park at 149 N. Main.

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lights is the annual Saturday parade starting at 10 a.m. The parade route follows Main Street from 300 South to 300 North. The parade will provide an opportunity for attendees to reflect upon the Scandinavian heritage of this part of the country. Families, businesses, organizations, or, for that matter, anyone may enter the parade. All appropriate family friendly entries are welcome.

A Scandinavian theme is encouraged for each entry.

There is no entry fee, but entries must pre-register online at scandinavianfestival.org/parade.

On the day of the parade, entries are required to check in at the corner of 300 South and 50 East and will line up on 300 South on the east side of Main Street starting at 9 a.m. For further information about the parade, send an email to parade@scandinavianfestival.org.

CAR SHOW Take a walk down memory lane and view all the original vehicles at the Car Show on Saturday from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. They will be parked at 100 East between Center and 100 North. Prizes will be given for each of the top divisions, with one grand prize given for Best of Show.

For more information or to register, visit scandinavianfestival.org/car-show.

SPILLINGSSKATTEN TREASURE HUNT “Spillingsskatten,” or Spillings Hoard, the world’s largest Viking silver treasure ever discovered, was found in 1999. In Ephraim, they have hidden their own “Spillingsskatten,” and it is your job to find it!

Look for a small brown wooden box hidden in plain sight at the festival on Saturday and return it to the information booth. A prize will be given to the one who returns the treasure.

The information booth will hand out its first clue at 11 a.m.

MÖLKKY COMPETITION Join in on another Scandinavian yard game competition by signing up this year’s Mölkky. Festival attendees of all ages can register for free and compete to win a prize! This tournament begins at 1 p.m. on Saturday the 28th.

BEARD CONTEST Do you think your beard compares to the beards of Eric Bloodaxe, Erik the Red or the great Viking Egil Skallagrimsson? Come show off your facial hair at the festival’s Beard Contest and be judged by a selected panel that includes Lars the Viking.

Judges will rate each beard on a rubric and the person with the highest-rated home-grown beard will be crowned the champion of this year’s beard contest.

WIFE CARRYING COMPETITION Wife Carrying originated in Finland, and its history is based around “Ronkainen the Robber.” Ronkainen and his thieves were accused of stealing food and women from the surrounding villages. They then carried these women on their backs as they ran away.

It’s also been said that the men would go to villages near their own to steal other men’s wives only to marry the women themselves.

It was rumored that Ronkainen trained his men to run with the weight of a woman by making them haul heavy rucksacks. Eventually, it evolved into a sport!

The Scandinavian Festival will be holding its own version of a wife carrying competition this year!

Register to compete online at https://ephraimcityrecreation.sportsites.com/player#Root10284b297-e30346c3-8783-6a30911eda260 or on site Saturday, May 28. You must be 17 years or older to compete.

PICKLEBALL The Scandinavian Days drop-in Pickleball Tournament will take place on Saturday at 4 p.m. at the Snow College tennis courts, 375 N. 200 East. Doubles partners will be chosen by a random draw and participants play until they lose. There’s no entry fee, but please sign up by 3:45 p.m. It’s doubles only, and players are responsible for making line calls and game regulations.

For more information, call Sharron Bird at (435) 340-0646 after 3 p.m. or Brad Bird at (435) 851-1240 or visit scandinavianfestival.org/athletic-events.

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JULY 18-24, 2022

July 18-22 Itty Bitty Spring City Contest Spring City Trivia Contest July 20 Saga of Spring City/Announce Citizen of the Year/Ice Cream Social July 21 Children’s Baking Contest July 22 Street Dance July 23 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 pm - Community Barbecue 12:30 - 1:30 pm - Liam Herbert Concert In The Park 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 24 7:00 pm - Old Time Gospel Music Revival 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 SANPETE COUNTY RECREATION GUIDE 2022

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SPRING CITY HERITAGE DAY

SATURDAY, MAY 28

Spring City’s annual Heritage Day will be celebrated this year on Saturday, May 28, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. at the Spring City Community Center (SCCC), 45 S. 100 East, and at other locations around town.

This year sees a return of the historic home tours after a two-year pause. The tour will include many of the town’s charming, mid-19th century pioneer homes and buildings.

All money raised through the home tour will go toward historic preservation in Spring City. Tickets can be purchased online at friendsofhistoricspringcity. org, at the SCCC or the Main Street Firehouse, Ticket prices are $10 for adults and $5 for children.

The annual “Art Squared” silent art auction will again be live and in person for 2022. It will be held in the “Old School” SCCC. The art auction will begin at 10 a.m. and finish at 2 p.m. Patrons can bid on 1-foot-square paintings by well-known Spring City and Utah artists.

Artists will have additional paintings available for purchase on May 28 at the SCCC. Don’t forget to stop by the Spring City Art Gallery, 79 S. Main Street.

There will also be a craft sale at 50 E. Center Street.

Food will be available at our local establishments Das Cafe and Roots 89 on Main Street as well as at

food trucks around town.

A bake sale coordinated by the Daughters of Utah Pioneers will take place on Heritage Day at the Main Street Museum, 46 N. Main. The museum houses most of the historical records available for research in Spring City. It is open from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Tuesday through Saturday and by appointment. For more information, call Carla Nelson at (940) 224-0857 or Kaye Watson at (435) 462-2211.

There will be various music offerings on Heritage Day; please check for information in town the day of to find out more. Follow our social media on Facebook or on Instagram @Friendsofhistoricspringcity or check our website at friendsofhistoricspringcity.org.

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LOCAL CITY PARKS Most towns and cities in Sanpete County offer beautiful parks that offer a quiet place to eat a picnic, enjoy a family reunion, stretch travel-weary legs or just relax for the day while the kids have fun on the play equipment.

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 For Ephraim park reservations, call (435) 283-4631 or visit ephraimcity.org.

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.

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.

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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.

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 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 For Moroni park reservations, call (435) 436-8359 ext. 2.

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 For Mt. Pleasant park reservations, visit: mtpleasantcity.com/1206-2/ 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.

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.

20TH ANNUAL RAT FINK REUNION

JUNE 2-4

Three days of enjoyment await lovers of hot rods and art during the 20th Annual Rat Fink Reunion June 2 through 4, 2022, in Manti. Visitors will get their fill of amazing art, cars, Rat Fink memorabilia and great live performances that can’t be seen anywhere else!

This year’s reunion is a birthday celebration for Rat Fink’s 60 years with us! This reunion will not disappoint, so 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.

Dozens of Rat Fink artists will be there infusing the Rat Fink Reunion with a unique level of energy, creativity and fun. There is certainly no other event that brings so many Rat Fink fans together to share their common interest! Chad “Abnormal” Norman created the reunion art for the T-shirts and posters this year.

The reunion will begin on Thursday, June 2, and end on Saturday, June 4, with music provided throughout

by JP Kennedy, the official Rat Fink DJ, along with concerts each day. Rat Fink artists will be available to create custom art and items as well as provide free demonstrations.

Several artists will create items during the three-day

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Panel Jam that will be on display at the Emmanuel Art Gallery, University of Colorado Denver, from August through November of 2022. At the end of the exhibit, items will be auctioned off and proceeds will benefit the students of University of Colorado Denver.

Visitors are encouraged to come meet and greet the artists, see the unique items they’ve brought, shop in the Rat Fink store, tour the Rat Fink Museum and enjoy one of the limited tours of the Roth residence.

Live music by Kirk James “BLUZMAN” and dinner will be provided at 6 p.m. that evening. Banana splits will

be served at 8 p.m. and the store will close at 9 p.m.

On Friday, June 3, at 9 a.m., the Panel Jam will start again. Special guests will tell us stories of the 1962 beginning of Rat Fink and how Ed Roth influenced them. The store and museum will open and limited tours of the Roth residence will be available. While visiting, be sure to check out the car show awards and auction displays done by the Rat Fink artists.

Come watch a viewing of “A Shift of Heart,” a special video about Ed “Big Daddy” Roth, his conversion to The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, his love of God and his Savior, and his continued lifelong dedication to inspiring and encouraging others. This video by Dan Rascon, producer/reporter, and Brian Champagne, photographer/editor, has aired on KSL Channel 5.

Dinner and a live music concert will begin at 6 p.m.

The concert will feature the world famous band The Surfaris with special guests the Tri-Chevys. Hall of Fame Musician Bob Berryhill, an original member of The Surfaris, will entertain us along with band members Deven, Gene and Joel.

The Surfaris are an American surf rock band formed in Glendora, California, in 1962. They are best known for two songs, “Wipe Out” and “Surfer Joe,” both chart toppers.

This is all part of Rat Fink’s 60th birthday party celebration. Banana splits will be served around 8:30 p.m.

The reunion will end on Saturday, June 4, with plenty of additional fun! The Rat Fink Museum and Rat Fink Store will be open from 9:30 a.m. to 9 p.m.

At 8 a.m., the Annual Rat Fink Car Show will begin in Manti City Park, 400 W. 200 North. The first 250 cars registered will receive a 2022 Dash Plaque. At 10 a.m., the Tri-Chevys will perform a concert in the park and will be playing music throughout the car show.

Rat Fink artists and the Rat Fink booth will be at the park along with other vendors. A live auction will be held at 1 p.m. with lots of custom artwork made by Rat Fink artists up for grabs. Proceeds from the live auction will support Manti City. Car show awards will take place at 4 p.m.

At 5:30 p.m., car show participants will cruise on Main Street, and then everyone will gather back at the Roth residence for Rat Fink Birthday Dinner Celebration at 6:30 p.m. Live music by The Rhythm Combo will provide entertainment while visitors have another chance to spend time touring the museum/store and meet with the artists. Don’t miss out on the delicious banana splits around 8:30 p.m. after which the reunion will wrap up at 9 p.m.

To learn more about Ed “Big Daddy” Roth and how Rat Fink came to be, visit www.ratfink.com.

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MONSTER TRUCK INSANITY TOUR

SATURDAY, JUNE 4

The Monster Truck Insanity Tour will make a stop at the Sanpete County Fairgrounds in Manti on Saturday, June 4.

The night’s entertainment will begin at 7 p.m. and will feature Monster Trucks, the Mini Monster Mafia, Tough Truck races, a Pit Party where the audience can see the trucks up close and get autographs, and opportunities to take a ride in a Monster Truck.

The gates will open and the Monster Truck rides begin at 5 p.m. that evening. At 5:30 p.m., the Pit Party will begin. The main show will begin at 7 p.m.

Tickets are available at https://livealittle.ticketspice. com/manti. For more information, visit utahmonstertrucks.com.

ROOTS & BOOTS CONCERT FRIDAY, JUNE 10

Disciple Live Events will present its Roots & Boots concert event featuring Sammy Kershaw, Collin Raye and Aaron Tippin on Friday, June 10, at the Sanpete County Fairgrounds in Manti.

The show will begin at 7:30 p.m. Tickets are $75 for VIP Reserved (includes VIP lanyard and meal voucher), $55 for a Standard Reserved Seat and $45 for general admission bleacher seating.

Tickets may be purchased at https://disciplelive.ticketspice.com/roots-n-boots-manti.

This powerhouse country concert will have Kershaw, Raye and Tippin joining forces to present an evening filled with stories and songs as they get back to the roots of their music. These three artists together have amassed almost 70 Top 40 hit singles.

Some of Aaron Tippin’s songs are “You’ve Got to Stand for Something,” “There Ain’t Nothin’ Wrong with the Radio” and “Kiss This.” Collin Raye is known for “Love Me,” “In This Life” and “That’s My Story.” Sammy Kershaw’s hits include “Queen of My Double Wide Trailer,” “She Don’t Know She’s Beautiful” and “Third Rate Romance.”

The concert is sponsored by White’s Sanitation, Mid Utah Radio and Sanpete County Tourism.

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POPULAR LOCAL FISHING SPOTS Like to fish? The Sanpete County area has excellent fishing opportunities and access to some of the state’s best fisheries.

Here are a few options to consider when planning your fishing trip in Sanpete County. For more information, including directions to each location, visit wildlife.utah.gov/fishing/main-fishing-page.html.

GOOSEBERRY RESERVOIR This reservoir is a 57-acre shallow lake located on the northern end of the Manti-La Sal National Forest.

There is a Forest Service campground on the west side of the lake. The reservoir is stocked with catchable-sized rainbow trout and also contains a wild population of cutthroat trout.

FAIRVIEW LAKES These lakes are private waterbodies open to the public for fishing and non-motorized boat use (fishing not allowed from boats with motors). Likely catch is rainbow trout.

BENCHES POND Also known as Beaver Dam Reservoir, Benches Pond is a highly utilized lake near the Skyline Drive in the Manti-La Sale National Forest. The lake is frequently stocked with catchable-sized rainbow trout between May and October. Bait fishing and lure-fly fishing all produce great results.

MILLER FLAT RESERVOIR Miller Flat Reservoir is a 160-acre lake perched at an 8,400-foot elevation in the Manti-La Sal National Forest. The reservoir is highly accessible just off of Miller Flat Road. It is stocked with rainbow trout and also contains some naturally occurring cutthroat trout. The reservoir typically experiences large water withdrawals and is very low in the fall. Small boats, pontoons and float tubes can be hand-launched at numerous locations.

BOULGER RESERVOIR Boulger Reservoir is a highly utilized, 3-acre lake located in the Manti-La Sal National Forest about 5 miles east of the Skyline Drive. This lake is frequently stocked with catchable-sized rainbow trout from May to October and also contains some naturally occurring cutthroat trout. Both bait and lure/fly fishing are effective methods for catching fish at Boulger Reservoir.

SHINGLE MILL RESERVOIR Shingle Mill Reservoir is a mountain lake located up Twelve Mile Canyon on the Arapeen OHV Trail in the Manti-La Sal National Forest. It is accessible by truck.

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NEW CANYON RESERVOIR New Canyon Reservoir is a great mountain lake to stop by for a picnic and to catch some fish. The reservoir gets stocked in June after the snow melts with catchable rainbow trout. The surrounding Arapeen Trail has more than 600 miles of OHV routes. There are approximately 50 ponds along the Arapeen Trail that are stocked on a rotational basis. If the fish aren’t biting at one pond, head down the trail and try another.

PALISADE RESERVOIR & STATE PARK Summer recreational activities at Palisade Reservoir & State Park include fishing, camping, swimming, electric and non-motorized boating (fishing from boats with gas engines is prohibited), golfing and hiking.

Off-highway vehicle trails are accessible from the park.

EAST PARLEY’S Located up Six-Mile Canyon in the Manti-La Sal National Forest and on the Arapeen OHV Trail, East Parley’s gets stocked with fingerling brook trout every summer. There are many places up Six-Mile Canyon to pull up a camp trailer, but East Parley’s is only accessible by OHV. West Parley’s, located directly west of East Parley’s, is beautiful but does not have fish.

TOWN RESERVOIR Located on Twelve Mile Road in the Manti-La Sal National Forest, Town Reservoir gets stocked in June after the snow melts with catchable rainbow trout.

The reservoir is used for irrigation and can experience extreme draw-downs in late summer; fishing is best early in the season. There are many places along Twelve Mile Road to pull up a camp trailer.

BRAD’S SECRET LAKE This mountain lake is located up Six Mile Canyon on the Arapeen OHV Trail. Brad’s Secret gets stocked with fingerling brook trout every summer. There are many places in Six Mile Canyon to pull up a camp trailer.

BEE TREE LAKE This mountain lake is located up Twelve Mile Canyon on the Arapeen OHV Trail. Bee Tree Lake gets stocked with fingerling brook trout every summer. There are many places in Twelve Mile Canyon to pull up a camp trailer and camping at Twelve Mile Flat is great, but Bee Tree can only be accessed by OHV.

EMERALD LAKE This lake is approximately 3.1 acres in size and has a maximum depth of 26 feet. Some fish survive most winters. It is located next to Blue Lake on the southern end of the Manti-La Sal National Forest. It is annually stocked with catchable-sized rainbow trout.

UTAH FREE FISHING DAY

SATURDAY, JUNE 11

A fishing license is not required on Free Fishing Day, Saturday, June 11, in Utah. If it’s been years since you went out fishing, or you have never fished before, mark the date on your calendar and join the fun.

Even experienced anglers should mark June 11 on their calendars. June is one of the best times of the year to fish in Utah, which makes Free Fishing Day the perfect time to take someone who doesn’t have a license fishing.

SPECIAL EVENTS People who don’t have any fishing equipment or would like some help fishing can attend one of the special events planned to take place that day.

Volunteers who can help anyone fish will be available

at most events. Before the events, many of the waters will be stocked with fish.

To discover where the events are that the DWR is involved with, anglers should visit the DWR’s Facebook page at facebook.com/UtahDWR.

FISHING REPORTS Anglers can stay updated on fishing in Utah by reading the DWR’s fishing reports at wildlife.utah.gov/ hotspots.

Two additional websites also provide up-to-date fishing information: bigfishtackle.com and utahwildlife. net.

LEARN THE RULES Anglers won’t need a license to fish on June 11, but the remaining fishing rules in Utah will be in effect.

The rules are available in the free guidebook, visit wildlife.utah.gov/hunting/hunting-regulation.html.

If anyone has questions about a rule or about fishing in Utah, please call a DWR office at wildlife.utah.gov/ about-us/contact-us.html.

For more information, call the Sanpete Ranger District office at (435) 283-4151.

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WALES WELSH DAYS

JUNE 24 & 25

The quiet town of Wales, originally named “Coal Bed” due to the coal mines operated by immigrants from Wales, is planning a wide variety of activities as part of its annual Welsh Days celebration on Friday and Saturday, June 24 and 25, at the Wales City Park, 150 S. State.

The name Coal Bed was changed to Wales in 1869.

There was once a railroad depot in the town and it was an important and busy mining center. The mines were abandoned when more productive mines were discovered in Scofield. Many of the present residents are descendants of the original miners.

Welsh Days events will include games, Dutch oven cooking, a strongman competition, baked goods, fun runs, live entertainment, mammoth parade, contests, breakfast, lunch, a watermelon bust and other fun activities.

FRIDAY, JUNE 24 At 4 p.m. on Friday, June 24, registration will open for the Welsh Days cornhole tournament, with the competition beginning at 4:30 p.m.

The annual town quilt raffle will begin at 6:30 p.m.

Tickets will be $1 each or six for $5. You do not have to present to win. The quilt, which is made by the QuiltKeepers Guild, may be viewed at the Wales Town Hall, 150 N. State.

Enjoy at potluck dinner at 7 p.m. Please bring your favorite dish to share (no chips or salads).

From 8:30 to 11 p.m., there will be live entertainment

by Jct. 89. When it gets dark, the Glow in the Dark FunRun will be held.

SATURDAY, JUNE 25 At 7:45 a.m. on Saturday, June 25, the day will begin with a flag raising ceremony will take place, followed by a breakfast in the park at 8 a.m. sponsored by Wales Town Council ($4 plate, $20 family).

The Strongman Competition registration will begin

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at 8 a.m. in the Wales Town Park. Participants must be present and pre-registered by 8:30 a.m.

The Mammoth Parade will start at 10 a.m. (For more information, contact Lauralee at 469-1894 or Kayla at 801-562-5991.)

The Strongman Competition will begin at 11 a.m.

Strongman T-shirts will be available for purchase.

Six challenges face the Strongman participants: the farmer’s walk, the atlas stones, the log clean and press, the ring toss, the pillars of Hercules and the strongman relay. Trophies will be awarded for first, second and third place overall as well as medals awarded for the highest points scored in each event.

From 10:30 a.m. to 2 p.m., there will be children’s games. Lunch will be available from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. with hamburgers and hot dogs available for purchase at the park.

After the Strongman Competition, there will be foot races and two-legged sack races. There will also be a pie eating contest, a watermelon bust and a water balloon toss.

Participants in the pie-eating contest must pre-register by calling Liz at (435) 469-0165.

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Mt. Pleasant hub city days

JUNE 24 THROUGH JULY 4

Why celebrate the Fourth of July on one day only? In Mt. Pleasant, it’s more than just a one-day event. It’s called Hub City Days, and it has always been a family affair.

Festivities include the Mountain Man Rendezvous, the 10K/5K Fun Run, a parade down State Street, and an early bird breakfast in the park as well as food, games and entertainment.

Also included in this year’s planned events are three days of the RMPRA Hub City Rodeo and a spectacular fireworks display.

First up is The Skyline Freedom Fest Eventing, which jumps things into gear on Friday and Saturday, June 24 and June 25, at the Cleone Peterson Eccles Equestrian Center and ConToy Arena, 1000 S. 955 West.

The Eventing will feature an equestrian triathlon where horses and riders tackle three phases of competition: dressage, show jumping and high-speed cross country jumping. The Eventing will run from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. each day. Best of all, admission is free.

On Thursday, June 30, at 7 p.m., there will be a free rodeo family fun night at the outdoor Mt. Pleasant Rodeo Arena located just east of the city park. This event will include barrel racing, a stick horse race, a calf ribbon pull, a hide race, a dog race and musical tires.

Interested participants can sign up prior to the event at 5 p.m. No late entries will be taken.

The annual RMPRA Hub City Rodeo will take place on three nights: Friday, Saturday and Monday, July 1, 2 and 4. Rodeo tickets can be purchased online at mtpleasantcity.com. All reserved seating and all persons entering the rodeo must have a purchased ticket, including babies.

At 7 p.m. each night of the rodeo, there will be Mutton Bustin’ as pre-show entertainment. Youth ages 7 and under can be contestants but must pre-register at the rodeo grounds on June 30 from 5 to 7 p.m.

Then, at 8 p.m. after each night’s pre-show, the main RMPRA Hub City Rodeo will begin featuring the Circle J Rodeo Company.

The 21st Annual Mountain Man Rendezvous will be in town Monday, July 4, at Mt. Pleasant City Park, 1000 S. State Street.

The rendezvous offers many activities, which could include muzzle loader shoots, exhibits, trading, displays, a candy cannon for kids, tomahawk and knife throwing contests, a frying pan toss, a Dutch oven cook-off, historical reenactments and more. Watch for a schedule posted in the Mountain Man Village at the park.

Rendezvous participants camp out in authentic teepees and wall tents during the event. Spectators are always welcome at these rendezvous.

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The events on Monday, July 4, will begin with the Annual 5K/10K Drive 4 Food Fun Run race. Beginning at 6 a.m., runners can register for the race in the parking lot at North Sanpete High School, 700 S. 400 East, Mt. Pleasant. The race begins at 6:30 a.m.

Runners can register in advance online at mtpleasantcity.com. Proceeds will go to the Sanpete Pantry food bank.

Breakfast, sponsored by Sanpete Valley Hospital, will be served in the city park from 7 to 10 a.m.

The Mt. Pleasant City Library will have a book sale on the library lawn, 24 E. Main, beginning at 9 a.m. with games and prizes.

From 9 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., Mountain Man Rendezvous activities will be available for spectators and participants in the park. Look for the posted schedule or ask at any Mountain Man vendor tent for directions.

The Mammoth Parade lineup will begin at 11:30 a.m. at 300 N. State and travel down State Street to 700 South. To be in the parade, sign up online at mtpleasantcity.com.

At noon, there will be live entertainment and vendor booths in the city park.

At 2 p.m., the pie and cake contest with prizes will take place by the city park stage. Entries will be judged by members of the Mt. Pleasant City Council, with a $50 prize for the winners. To enter, visit mtpleasantcity.com.

The Mountain Man Dutch Oven Cook-off will begin at 3 p.m. followed by judging at 5:30 p.m. The Dutch Oven Feast will be available for $5 at 6 p.m. To enter the cook-off, call Pat Gonzalez at (801) 367-9849.

At 7 p.m., the Mountain Man Raffle and awards will take place. For all Mountain Man Rendezvous questions, contact Dave Gonzalez at (801) 885-9501.

The last night of rodeo action will take place July 4 beginning at 7 p.m. After the rodeo on July 4, stay at the park to view the spectacular fireworks show.

For all Hub City Day information, call Mt. Pleasant City Hall at (435) 462-2456 or visit mtpleasantcity.com.

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mountain biking in sanpete Sanpete County offers a diverse selection of biking trails for both the beginner and the advanced rider.

The following list highlights some mountain trails worth exploring. Be sure to follow recommended safety procedures for riding in the backcountry.

For mountain biking maps and other information, visit sanpete.com/mt-bike-trails.html. To connect with other local mountain biking enthusiasts, visit the Sanpete County Mountainbiking Facebook page at facebook.com/SanpeteCoMTB.

SKYLINE TRAIL This is a single or multi-day bike adventure; vehicle support is recommended. This course is rated easy to difficult, is 50 miles long and usually takes two to three days to complete.

To begin, head east from the town of Fairview on UT31 up Fairview Canyon. Continue on UT-31 as it turns south heading toward Huntington Reservoir and Electric Lake (the northern section of Skyline Drive comes in here from the left).

Approximately one mile after the Fairview Lakes overlook, travelers will come to the Sanpete Valley Overlook. Just past the second overlook look for Skyline Drive, also FS Road #150, heading south.

The first part of this route is a roller coaster, taking bikers up and down several good hills. Start out slow as the air is thin up there and some of the climbs will require determination.

Sections of this route can become treacherous due to clay-like mud that can freeze moving bike parts in a matter of minutes.

Wrap around the west flank of North and South Tent Mountain at the top of Canal Canyon before coming to Big and Little Horseshoes, two glacially carved out mountains with summits over 11,000 feet.

Ascending the backside of Big Horseshoe, a distinct geological feature, will provide spectacular views before a great four-mile descent to Horseshoe Flats.

From here, continue to roll along until reaching the highest point on Skyline Drive at 10,897 feet. It’s downhill from here to the turnoff to Ferron Reservoir and camp or another three miles to the campground at Twelve Mile Flat.

Twelve Mile Canyon Road takes riders off the plateau to the town of Mayfield.

JOSEPHITE POINT - PETE’S HOLE This 28-mile loop follows improved dirt roads, unimproved dirt roads and a single track, taking the intermediate to advanced rider five to six hours to complete.

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Ephraim Canyon. Continue east on UT 29 as it crosses Skyline Drive, following signs for Joes Valley Reservoir.

Approximately 4.5 miles from where riders cross Skyline Drive, they will come to the turnoff for Pete’s Hole Reservoir. Turn here and park at the campground. Plan at least an hour drive to reach the trailhead.

From the south end of the reservoir, pick up the Josephite Point Trail, also FS #109. The trail will wind its way through meadows, creeks and pine forests, taking riders to the overlook.

An awesome view of Joes Valley Reservoir and the surrounding country is worth the short hike out to the overlook.

This single-track will continue heading south to Mary’s Lake where it turns into a rough dirt road, also FS Road # 041.

Stay on this dirt road, still heading south, for approximately 4 miles to an intersection. Go left and stay left as this is a somewhat better dirt road, still FS # 041, as it bends around and heads north.

After a long descent, riders will come to another intersection. Go left again and head to Joes Valley Reservoir for a rest and swim.

From the reservoir, head west on UT 29, also FS Road #FH8. Now climb up through Whites Dugway, then follow Olsen Canyon drainage before emerging onto Thistle Flat.

Be looking for the turnoff to the Soup Bowl and Pete’s Hole Reservoir on the left.

TWELVE MILE FLAT LOOP This loop is a great ride for novice to intermediate riders looking for a scenic back-country, 11-mile ride through one of the highest regions of the Wasatch Plateau.

From the town of Mayfield, head east up Twelve Mile Canyon on FS Road #022. Drive approximately 14.5 miles to the start of FS Road #024 on the right-hand side of the road, directly across from the Grove of the

Aspen Giants Scenic Area.

For a quick warm-up, ride the 1-mile loop through the giant aspens. They are some of the largest and oldest aspens known to exist.

Next, head back out onto the Twelve Mile Canyon Road and pedal for almost three miles up to the intersection with Skyline Drive. Go right, heading south on Skyline Drive past Twelve Mile Flat Campground.

Huge meadows and the barren knoll of Mt. Baldy will be on the right with an enormous basin that forms the headwaters of Muddy Creek on the left.

Just under 3 miles from where people turned right onto Skyline Drive, they will see FS Road #151 to Emerald Lake taking off to the left. A few hundred yards beyond the turn off to Emerald Lake, a trail branches off to the right, dropping down about 500 feet in less than a third of a mile.

This trail will take riders down to Step Flats and FS Road #024. When riders reach the road, go right, cruising though the flats while approaching the southwestern flank of Mt. Baldy. The south fork of Twelve Mile Creek drainage drops away to the west and is traversed by a trail called the Narrows.

Continue heading north on FS Road #024 as it takes riders around the west side of Mt. Baldy, eventually intersecting the main canyon road where riders started.

WHITE LEDGES/DAN HENRY This three hour, 15-mile ride for intermediate to advanced riders begins at Palisade State Park and follows Six Mile Canyon to the trailhead for Dan Henry Trail, also FS Trail #095, just 2 miles from the park on the right.

In about 1 mile, riders will cross the Forest Service boundary. Continue up Six Mile Canyon to encounter the Harmon Tail crossing the road. Keep pushing uphill for another 2.5 miles to the trailhead for the White Ledges Trail, also FS Trail #088, and be prepared for a single-track descent that is steep and sometimes rough.

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mountain biking in sanpete ledges. Soon they will come to an intersection where the trail forks. The White Ledges Trail continues down to the right and the Dan Henry Trail forks to the left.

Go to the left onto the Dan Henry Trail, also FS Trail #095. The Harmon Trail will come in from the right approximately two miles from where the trail forked.

Take the Harmon Trail out onto the main canyon road and follow it down or stay on the Dan Henry Trail for another two miles to where it eventually hits the canyon road below.

Once riders are on the main road, they can ride down to Palisade State Park where they began.

BEAVER CREEK/CLEAR LOOP This route is a challenge for intermediate to advanced riders in good physical shape. It’s 21 miles long, although it is possible to shuttle to the top to avoid the climb. This is an ATV route, so be prepared to yield to the right.

From Mayfield, pedal up Twelve Mile Canyon Road, also FS Road #022. Approximately 5.5 miles from town, the Beaver Creek Road, also FS Road #029, takes off on the right hand side of the road.

Go onto this road, bearing right again where it forks in just under a mile. In another 2 miles, the road forks again.

The left fork will take riders to Woods Lake. Stay right onto FS Road #159 and continue heading south, down into the drainage, across the creek and up onto the ridge.

Reach the ridge and head east toward Porcupine Knoll. A short loop to the southeast of the knoll will take riders out to the start of the Balsam Grove Ridge Trail, FS Trail #127.

This great, sometimes wild, single track that heads back down into Twelve Mile Canyon may be too much of a temptation for some.

Mary’s Nipple (10,984 feet in elevation), one of the higher points on the plateau, rises to the southeast.

Another mile beyond the knoll and bear right again, heading down the Clear Creek Drainage.

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Riders may also want to explore down Olsen Canyon Trail, which they will pass taking off to the left as they begin the steepest part of the descent.

This trail comes out just above Mayfield in Twelve Mile Canyon. Continue heading down Clear Creek Canyon, following the trail as it criss-crosses over the stream. When bikers emerge onto the main canyon road, go left and head back to Mayfield.

NORTH FORK MANTI CANYON This trail is rated for intermediate to advanced riders who will travel 15 miles, and while riders must be in good physical condition, not much technical skill is required.

The trail starts at the Manti Community Campground, approximately 5 miles up Manti Canyon from town. Climb on a graded dirt road for almost 5 miles before reaching Skyline Drive. This climb is 3,000 feet in 5 miles. For bikers who aren’t up to the climb, they may want to shuttle or drop off at the point where Manti Canyon Road meets Skyline Drive.

Once on Skyline Drive, go left, heading north. The elevation here is 10,000 to 10,500 feet. Pass Jet Fox Reservoir at 2.5 miles from the starting point on Skyline Drive, and in another half mile bikers will come to the turnoff for Lowry’s Fork and Logger Fork Reservoir, also FS Road #046. Go left on this road and bear left at the fork in the road.

The right fork will take riders to Loggers Fork Reservoir. Descending steeply for just under 2 miles, bikers will come to the North Fork Trail, also FS Road #046.

Go left again, following this drainage down to where it meets the main Manti Canyon Road. From here, it is just another mile back to the campground.

BURNT HILL LOOP This ride is for intermediate riders and will take three to four hours to traverse the 17-mile ride. However, a shuttle can be taken to the start of Thistle Flat Road to eliminate the climb.

From Manti, start climbing up Manti Canyon. Pedal this gradual grade for 7.5 miles, gaining 2,500 feet in elevation. At this point, the Thistle Flat Road, also FS Road #193, takes off on the right hand side of the road.

Go onto this road, heading west as the trail wraps around the south side of Burnt Hill. Just under 3 miles from where riders picked up Thistle Flat Road, they will come to the Patton Trail taking off on their right. This is a rough trail and recommended for hiking only.

Continue onward to Patton Reservoir. Cross the top of Birch Canyon and Funks Canyon before intersecting the Manti Sheep Trail about 2.5 miles beyond the reservoir.

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MONDAY, JULY 18 6:00 pm Corn Hole Tournament TUESDAY, JULY 19 7:00 pm Ice Breaker at Fairview Elementary School WEDNESDAY, JULY 20 7:00 pm ATV Rodeo at Keller Arena THURSDAY, JULY 21 3–5:00 pm Utah Beauty & Heritage Art Walk at Museum 7:00 pm Kids Rodeo at Keller Arena FRIDAY, JULY 22 6:00 pm Horse Parade on State Street 6:00 pm Artisan Fair 7:30 pm Rodeo at Keller Arena SATURDAY, JULY 23 6:00 am Fireman’s Wakeup 6:00 am Fun Run 7:00 am Fireman’s Breakfast at Iven R. Cox Park 7:00 am Flag Raising Ceremony at City Hall 7:30 am Scrambalooza at Fairview Sports Park 10:30 am Kids Parade on State Street 11:00 am Pioneer Day Parade on State Street Noon EMT Luncheon at Iven R. Cox Park 1:00 pm Vintage Car Show at Museum 1:00 pm Old Fashion Kid Games at Iven R. Cox Park 1:00 pm Artisan Fair 7:00 pm Demolition Derby at Keller Arena 10:00 pm Fireworks at Keller Arena SUNDAY, JULY 24 6:00 pm.

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SUMMER JAMBOREE: JULY 12 & 13 FALL JAMBOREE: SEPTEMBER 16 & 16 The oldest town in Sanpete County is Manti. Brigham Young sent the first settlers to Manti after he received an invitation by Ute Chief Walkara to send people down to the Sanpitch area to teach the Utes how to farm. The original company of 50 pioneer families arrived in the winter of 1849.

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 12-13 and the Fall Jamboree will be held Sept. 17-18. Registration is now open for both rides.

To register for either ride, go to the Manti City website at manticity.com and click on Recreation, then on ATV Rides. If you don’t have an account, you will need to create one. Cost for each ride is $75 and includes two days of guided rides, a continental breakfast and sack lunch on both days and dinner at the park on the first day.

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years of age or older must have either a driver’s license or an approved education certificate. All rides are subject to change due to weather conditions and demand.

Bring your family and friends and ride the Arapeen OHV Trail System, one of the most scenic mountain trails in Utah. ATV/UTV riders will see pristine vistas courtesy of local guides. OHV trails run from an altitude of 5,600 feet to over 10,000 feet above sea level.

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FAIRVIEW MUSEUM of history & art If you are traveling Highway 89 and are interested in the history of this Mormon Pioneer Heritage area, then you have to make a stop at the Fairview Museum of History and Art (FMHA) located in the town of Fairview.

Visitors usually remark that they were pleasantly surprised by the size and quality of the collection at this museum. It’s a testament to the dedication that Utah residents, as a culture, have to preserving history.

The museum, located at 85 N. 100 East, consists of two main buildings: the historic Heritage building, which contains historical collections and the works of world-renowned sculptor Dr. Avard T Fairbanks, and the more contemporary Horizon building, which houses regional art, a Colombian Mammoth skeleton (named Spirit), historical displays, art displays, the Clark Bronson bronze collection and other services.

Many of the rooms in the Heritage building display settings from the 1800s such as a sitting room, including furniture, knick-knacks and a piano; a fully furnished bedroom; a complete kitchen; and one unusual room that shows an 1800s dentist office.

Also in the Horizon Building are historical displays such as a large Clark Bronson bronze collection, an impressive shell and rock collection, and historical and genealogical library collections.

The centerpiece of the museum an enormous mammoth skeleton that was discovered just 13 miles from Fairview.

The Fairview Museum of History and Art has an all-volunteer staff and is funded by donations and grants.

There is no entry fee to visit the museum, although donations are encouraged.

To learn more about the museum, visit its website at fairviewmuseum.org, drop in for a visit at 85 N. 100 East, or call (435) 427-9216. Summer hours from May 1 through Sept. 14 are noon to 5 p.m. Tuesday through Thursday and 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. on Fridays and Saturdays.

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FOUNTAIN GREEN LAMB DAYS

JUNE 12 THROUGH JULY 16 During the 1850s, the area now known as Fountain Green was just a popular campground for Salt Creek and San Pitch travelers. Modern day visitors can get there by driving east through Salt Creek Canyon to enter the Sanpete Valley from Nephi or by heading north out of Moroni. Once they arrive on the east end of Salt Creek Canyon, those travelers will encounter historic Fountain Green.

The original campground was located just below The Divide and Mt. Nebo, where a green fountain called “Big Springs”, which was second to no other spring in the Sanpete Valley, puts out some of the best water around.

In 1859, George W. Johnson and several families from Santaquin in Utah Valley settled the area and named it Fountain Green.

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 co-ed softball tournaments, entertainment, a lamb and sourdough dinner, a youth talent show, a fun run, a chuck wagon breakfast, craft fair, parade and fireworks.

LAMB DAYS EVENTS This year, the events get started on Friday, July 8, and Saturday, July 9, at 7 p.m. as the “Fountain Green’s Got Talent” play is performed at the historic Fountain Green Theater on State Street. Tickets can be purchased at Becks Auto and Glass in Fountain Green and at the door before the performance begins.

The annual co-ed softball tournament will get underway on Tuesday, July 12. The tournament will continue through Thursday, July 14. Sign up at the Fountain Green General Store, 84 S. State.

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On Friday, July 15, activities will start with a wool fleece competition. Judging will take place at noon at the city park located at 300 W. Center Street.

A craft fair will be conducted from 4 to 9 p.m. on Friday and from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. on Saturday at the park.

To sign up, visit lambday.org.

A car show will be held Friday from 4 to 8 p.m. at the park. The public is invited to attend and vote for their favorite car.

Fountain Green’s famous annual lamb and sourdough dinner will be served from 5 to 8 p.m. at the park.

Dinner is $10 per person (all ages). Cash and credit cards will be accepted.

Lamb pit preparation behind the old city hall on 200 North will begin at 8 p.m.

At 9 p.m., a free kids movie will be presented at the park.

ACTIVITIES ON SATURDAY, JULY 16 Bright and early on the morning of Saturday, July 16, Fountain Green will start the day with a Fun Run at 6:30 a.m. To sign up, visit lambday.org.

From 7 to 9 a.m., grab a bite to eat with family and friends at the chuck wagon breakfast at the park.

Breakfast is $6 per person (all ages). Cash and credit

cards will be accepted.

At 7:30 a.m., a patriotic flag ceremony will be presented at the park.

The mammoth parade will begin on State Street at 10 a.m. To participate, contact Greg Bailey at (435) 2627683.

This year’s youth talent show will begin at noon at the big bowery in the park. For information or to participate, contact Alison Bradley at (435) 919-7800.

Activities at the park will also begin at noon and will include a raffle, games, rides, bouncy houses, entertainment and plenty of delicious food.

Fountain Green served more than 800 lamb sandwiches at its very first Lamb Day in 1930. The tradition will continue with a lamb sandwich sale starting at 1 p.m. at the park’s east bowery. Sandwiches are $5 each. Cash and credit cards will be accepted.

Mutton Bustin’ will take place at 3 p.m. in the city park. Participants must be between 4 and 8 years old and weigh less than 55 pounds. To sign up, visit lambday.org.

There will be prize drawings at 4 p.m. followed by the annual co-ed softball championships at 5:30 p.m.

To conclude the day’s events, a fireworks show will begin at 10 p.m.

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driving local scenic byways The Manti-La Sal National Forest has numerous byways and backways threading through dramatic landscapes.

There are several road trips adventurous travelers may want to check out.

By way of explanation, byways are major roads suitable for passenger cars, while backways are lower-standard roads often requiring high-clearance vehicles and or four-wheel drive.

In all cases, regardless of what type of way is being considered, ask locally for road conditions before beginning any excursion.

THE ENERGY LOOP Huntington and Eccles Canyons National 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.

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In 2017, new 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 boys of 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. A host can show visitors through on weekends and holidays in the summer.

FERRON TO MAYFIELD 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.

EPHRAIM TO ORANGEVILLE The Ephraim to Orangeville Road Backway has a length of 47 miles. Allow three to four hours for travel.

The Ephraim Canyon Heritage Tour segment of this backway is a 15-mile drive from Ephraim to the summit of the Wasatch Plateau, a climb of 5,000 feet. 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.

The Skyline Drive to Joes Valley and Orangeville segment accesses the favorite fishing holes and camping areas of Pete’s Hole, Grassy Lake, Soup Bowl and Joes Valley Reservoir.

This half 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 drive with spectacular views.

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driving local scenic byways SKYLINE DRIVE BACKWAY Skyline Drive State Scenic Backway is 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 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

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JUNE 11 THROUGH JULY 25 Fairview City’s annual Pioneer Days Celebration will be held this year from July 11 through July 25. Events are planned to appeal to all ages and include sports tournaments, a rodeo, a car show, a demolition derby and a parade.

The celebration starts with Lace Days at the Fairview Museum of History and Art, 55 N. 100 East. Lace Days will be held July 11-13.

On Friday, July 15, at 6 p.m., there will be sand volleyball at the Fairview Sports Park, 500 S. State Street. On Saturday, July 16, the sports activities will continue with a softball tournament at 7 a.m. that morning and a horseshoe tournament at 6 p.m. that evening.

On Monday, July 18, a cornhole tournament will be held.

On Tuesday, July 19, the Ice Breaker event will be held at Fairview Elementary School, 651 E. 150 North.

The ATV Rodeo will be held on Wednesday, July 20, at Keller Arena, 500 S. State Street.

The Utah Beauty & Heritage Art Walk will be conducted at the Fairview Museum from 3 to 5 p.m. on Thursday, July 21, followed by the Kids Rodeo at Keller Arena at 7 p.m.

On Friday, July 22, the Horse Parade will travel down State Street beginning at 6 p.m. prior to the rodeo at

Keller Arena at 7:30 p.m.

Saturday, July 23, will be packed with activities. At 6 a.m. will be the Fireman’s Wakeup and Fun Run. A flag-raising ceremony will be held at 7 a.m. at City Hall and the Fireman’s Breakfast will begin at 7 a.m. at Iven R. Cox Park.

At 10:30 a.m., the Kids Parade will be held on State Street, followed by the Pioneer Day Parade at 11 a.m. At noon, the EMT Luncheon will be held at Iven R. Cox Park.

The Fairview Museum will host the Vintage Car Show at 1 p.m. Also at 1 p.m., there will be Old Fashioned Kids Games at Iven R. Cox Park and an Artisan Fair will be offered.

On the night of July 23 at 7 p.m., the Demolition Derby will be held at Keller Arena, with fireworks at the arena at 10 p.m.

The week will wrap up with a DUP Program at the Rock Church House, 100 N. 131 East, at 6 p.m. on Sunday, July 24.

For more information, visit fairviewcity.com.

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Relic home Mt. Pleasant is home to historic Relic Home located at 150 S. State, which is said to be the first home built outside of the old Mt. Pleasant fort. The mission of the Relic Home is to record and preserve relics and events directly pertaining to and related to the settling of Mt. Pleasant and its history.

The Relic Home houses a wide array of well-preserved artifacts from times gone by. Visitors are known to have traveled from locales far away to catch just a glimpse of what life used to be like during pioneer times.

Local residents and anyone seeking to know more about the area’s history are welcome to drop in or tours can be arranged. The museum is open Monday through Saturday from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.

A fully outfitted blacksmith shop can be toured and a blacksmith is on site for special occasions. The blacksmith shop is unique as it is the only operational shop in the area.

The Relic Home is not just a house full of relics, but it is also full of family histories, pictures and information on many sites, including cemetery information and special features of older homes in town and their histories.

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JUNE 18 THROUGH JULY 24

Spring City has a great Pioneer Day Celebration planned for July 18 through 24, 2022, with family events scheduled during the entire week.

Beginning July 18 and continuing through July 22, the Itty Bitty Spring City Contest and Spring City Trivia Contest will be conducted. The Itty Bitty Spring City Contest will have residents looking at close-up photos of different locations around town and then trying to identify those locations for a chance to win prizes.

On the evening of July 20, there will be the presentation of the Saga of Spring City and an Ice Cream Social at 7 p.m. at the City Park. The Spring City 2022 Citizen of the Year will be announced before the Saga program.

On July 21, the Children’s Baking Contest will be held.

On July 22, a street dance will be held.

Activities on July 23 will begin with the Firemen’s Breakfast from 7 to 9 p.m. Also at 7 a.m. will be the Family 5K Run/Walk. At 10 a.m., the big parade will begin. No parking is allowed on Main Street during that time.

After the parade, there will be fun and games at the park from 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. including midway games, balloon art, face painting and inflatables. Everyone can enjoy lunch in the park from 12:30 to 1:30 p.m. at the Community Barbecue.

Events in the park that afternoon will continue with a

concert featuring Liam Herbert at 12:30 p.m., a cornhole tournament at 12:30 p.m., the announcement of the Baking Contest at 1:30 p.m., and the Coins in the Sand activity at 2 p.m.

The Spring City’s Got Talent event will begin at 7 p.m.

On July 24 at 7 p.m., residents can enjoy the Old Time Gospel Music Revival.

For more information, visit www.springcityutah.org.

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2022 Sanpete County Fair

AUGUST 19 THROUGH 27

The theme will be “Cowboy Boots and Buckin’ Chutes” at this year’s Sanpete County Fair scheduled for Aug. 19–27 at the fairgrounds located on the north end of town in Manti.

This year’s fair marks 106 years of this tradition, and it will again be complete with a full week of fun and activities.

By August, gardeners and crafters have had time to grow and create many items to display at the fair. 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, Sanpete’s Extreme Moto and livestock shows.

Fun on the Farm will open its doors and welcome all of the youngsters, and there will be lots to do and see.

Sanpete’s finest artwork and creations will be on display, firemen will be challenged, and there will be horse pull contests, a car show and the annual 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.

This year’s schedule can be viewed online at https://sanpetecountyfair.net.

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AUGUST 27 THROUGH SEPTEMBER 3 The annual Spring City Arts Plein Air Competition and artist studio tours will bring artists and visitors flocking into the area for a chance to create or view masterpiece artistic works beginning Aug. 27 and continuing through Sept. 3.

Plein air is a French expression which means “in the open air” and is particularly used to describe the act of painting outdoors. This is also called peinture sur le motif or “painting on the ground” in French.

Spring City is the perfect location in Sanpete Valley to paint in the open air and enjoy camaraderie, share ideas or just take in the magnificent scenery and appreciate the talents of others. This event is an opportunity to see artists at work outside and get a glimpse inside their studios.

COMPETITION SCHEDULE The 2022 competition begins for participating artists on Saturday, Aug. 27, and the painting will continue until 2 p.m. on Friday, Sept. 2, when finished paintings must be turned in for judging.

Later that evening, from 7 to 9 p.m., a Plein Air Art Show Preview and Reception for participating artists and visitors will take place at the Spring City Arts Gallery, 79 S. Main Street. Competition winners will be announced, awards will be presented and artwork will be for sale.

QUICK PAINT On the morning of Saturday, Sept. 3, from dawn until 10 a.m., registered artists will participate in a “quickpaint” event along Main Street in Spring City. The finished paintings will then be sold through a live auction beginning at 4 p.m. and featuring rodeo cowboy and auctioneer Braxten Nielsen.

Visitors are encouraged to come early and watch the artists at work, then purchase a favorite painting for home or business display.

EXHIBITION, SALES An exhibition and sale of works from the plein air competition will be held from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. on Saturday, Sept. 3. This is a great opportunity to add works by some remarkable artists to personal collections.

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locales. Visitors will obtain a map of the participating artists when they come to the event.

While visiting the Spring City Arts Gallery, be sure to take some time and view the art on display in the gallery. Those who do will see a great representation of local artwork.

BASIC PLEIN AIR RULES Artists participating in this plein air event may paint anywhere in Sanpete County, including its cities, farms, mountains and, of course, in Spring City. Possible images could include historic streets, structures, pastoral vistas, mountain and stream scenes and agricultural subjects.

Participants may paint up to four plein air works for submission following registration of blank canvases. All traditional plein air painting mediums are acceptable, but work must be created “en plein air” — painted outdoors, on site, without the assistance of photography or technology.

Artists who participate in the Saturday morning “quickpaint” will be allowed to use photos for reference, but only during that morning’s event.

All paintings created during the competition will be available for purchase during the Saturday sale.

Applications for the painting competition may be downloaded online from the Spring City Arts website at springcityarts.org or the Spring City Arts facebook page.

COMPETITION PRIZES Participating artists will be competing for cash prizes: $1,500 for the winner, $1,000 for second place and $500 for third place. Honorable mention awards include a $100 cash prize. A number of other cash and purchase awards will also be offered.

If the grand prize winner is a past grand prize winner of the event, then the judge will select an additional winner who is not a past grand prize winner.

ABOUT HOSTS, SPONSORS Spring City Arts is a nonprofit organization of artists working in Spring City and Sanpete County and is hosting these events. The law firm of Dentons Durham Jones Pinegar and Sanpete County Economic Development are sponsors.

Collectors interested in sponsoring purchase awards should contact Chris Anderson at (801) 598-5864.

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MAPLE Canyon: rock climbing & more Maple Canyon is one of Utah’s most unique rock climbing areas. Climbers from around the world come to test their skills on Maple Canyon’s unique cliffs. On any given weekend, climbers of all abilities, ranging from novice to expert, can be seen.

There are more than 550 routes with climbing grades from 5.4 to 5.14 in difficulty. Routes are easily accessed from the road and various hiking trails. View routes in Google Earth.

Maple Canyon is a cool place to climb in the summer heat due to the shade of the narrow canyons. Rock in the canyon consists of cobblestone-sized conglomerate that has eroded to form cliffs and an impressive natural arch. The arch can be found along the Middle Fork trail, which begins at the campground.

The canyon is rated one of the top locations in the world for rock climbing. Maple Canyon offers diverse climbing opportunities to match any climbing skill. The rock walls are filled with thousands of embedded cobblestones that make every climb in this canyon unique.

The canyon offers hundreds of established climbing routes that range from walls less than 10 feet high to hundreds of feet. For more advanced climbers, there are several large overhangs. The area also offers other activities such as hiking, ATV trails, camping, picnicking and more.

Located less than one mile up Maple Canyon is the Box Canyon hiking trail. This trail leads into a narrow canyon where the rock walls tower hundreds of feet overhead.

Every corner of this hike offers unique features such as flora growing out of the rock surfaces, small and large caves in the canyon walls and rock walls overhanging the trail below.

Maple Canyon campground offers campsites with fire rings, grills, tables and pit toilet restrooms. This campground offers no electricity, water or sewer hookups.

At the end of the Maple Canyon campground are two large parking areas with a marked trailhead. This trail leads to Huge Cave along with other established climbing routes such as Toxic Potatoes, Deliverance and Dang Awesome.

Huge Cave may be one of the largest natural caves you will ever see, hence the name Huge Cave. The trailhead for Huge Cave is located approximately 1.8 miles up Maple Canyon; there are two areas to park at the end of the Maple Canyon Campground.

The trailhead is located on the left hand side of the road. This trail is not marked Huge Cave but has a sign listing the Right Fork, Middle Fork and View Point trails.

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routes that are available.

To enter the cave, climbers must climb approximately 15 feet up a rock wall; someone has left a rope to assist climbers. If a person is not comfortable with heights or not sure of their climbing ability, don’t attempt this climb. A fall will land a person on the rocks below and could easily cause serious injury.

Before climbing up to this cave, keep in mind one thing: what goes up must come down, and, for some reason, going down often seems more challenging, both mentally and physically. Be sure to know your personal climbing skill level before attempting this climb, and, as always, keep this wonderful natural resource clean.

The campground marks the end of the improved canyon road, and this is where an ATV comes in handy. The Maple Canyon/Log Canyon ATV Trail Loop is a 34-mile loop. This trail offers beautiful views of Maple Canyon from above and leads riders through thick pine and aspen forests on the way back down.

Maple Canyon has various ice climbing routes during the winter months. In past years, winter access to Maple Canyon has been difficult because the road has not been plowed.

Since December 2010, the road has been cleared to the Forest Boundary as conditions permit. The road, however, may not be open for a few days after a storm. Be prepared for a hike if the road is not open.

Driving directions: From Salt Lake City, take I-15 south to Nephi. At Nephi, take exit 225 to Manti/Ephraim. Travel on Highway 132 to Fountain Green. Once entering the town, watch for a sign for Maple Canyon. Turn right on 400 South and travel approximately 6 miles to Freedom Road. From this point, just follow the signs.

For more information, call the U.S. Forest Service Sanpete Ranger District Office at (435) 283-4151.

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NATIONAL FOREST CAMPGROUNDS For reservations and more information about the following campgrounds, visit recreation.gov.

FLAT CANYON CAMPGROUND The site is conveniently located near Electric Lake, where visitors enjoy boating and fishing. The campground contains one group site that can accommodate up to 50 people. Several single-family campsites are available within the campground as well. Picnic tables and fire rings are provided, as are vault toilets. (435) 283-4151

GOOSEBERRY RESERVOIR CAMPGROUND The campground contains several standard RV sites with long parking spurs that easily accommodate large RVs. Vault toilets are provided, but no water or garbage service is available. A well-maintained dirt road leads to the campground, providing relatively easy access for cars and RVs alike.

The reservoir offers good cutthroat and rainbow trout fishing as well as canoeing. It is open to hand-powered watercraft only, and no boat ramp is available on the lake. The Great Western Trail runs next to the campground, offering excellent opportunities for hiking, biking and off-road vehicle riding. (435) 283-4151

GOOSEBERRY CREEK CAMPGROUND Gooseberry Creek Campground is located on an aspen-covered hillside above Gooseberry Reservoir. The campground offers group campsites equipped with picnic tables and fire rings. Vault toilets and drinking water are provided. Garbage collection facilities are not available,

requiring visitors to pack out all trash. A well-maintained dirt road leads to the campground, providing relatively easy access for cars and RVs alike. (435) 283-4151

INDIAN CREEK CAMPGROUND Indian Creek Campground is located in a high mountain valley surrounded by beautiful peaks. Visitors enjoy exploring the area trails on foot, by horse and on offroad vehicles.

The campground contains seven large, group-sized campsites that can accommodate from 30 to 70 people. Vault toilets and drinking water are provided, but no electricity or garbage service is available within the campground. Roads and spurs within the campground are dirt. It can be reached via the well-maintained dirt and gravel Cottonwood Creek Road, which provides relatively easy access for cars and RVs. (435) 384-2372

JOE’S VALLEY RESERVOIR CAMPGROUND Joe’s Valley Reservoir Campground is located in a high mountain valley next to its namesake. Visitors enjoy boating, fishing and exploring the surrounding off-road vehicle trails. A paved road winds around the lake but quickly turns to dirt once the elevation begins to increase.

The campground contains several single and double-family campsites, all of which are accessible. Many sites have lake views and some sites are shaded. Vault toilets and drinking water are provided. Roads and parking spurs are paved. Boat ramps can be found nearby for easy lake access. (435) 384-2372

JOES VALLEY PAVILION GROUP SITE Joes Valley Pavilion Group Site is located in a high mountain valley just above Joes Valley Reservoir. Visitors enjoy boating, fishing and exploring surrounding offroad vehicle trails.

The group campsite can accommodate up to 100 people. A large pavilion offers shade over the picnic tables only. Vault toilets and water are provided, but no

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LAKE HILL CAMPGROUND Lake Hill Campground is situated next to Lake Hill Reservoir just five miles from Ephraim. Visitors enjoy fishing, canoeing and exploring local trails.

The campground contains two groups sites: GP1 is located on a hillside above the lake, but the lake is not visible. GP3 is next to the lake and offers scenic views.

However, expect high volumes of traffic near GP3.

Additional single-family sites are available as well, most of which are below the lake. Vault toilets and drinking water are provided. Roads and parking spurs are dirt.

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LAKE CANYON RECREATION AREA Lake Canyon Recreation Area can be found along Utah’s scenic Energy Loop and just off Highway 31, approximately 18 miles east of the town of Fairview.

The recreation area is situated between Huntington and Cleveland reservoirs. The area is a paradise for anglers and off-road vehicle enthusiasts.

This expansive yet primitive recreation area contains several campsites that can accommodate groups ranging in size from 20 to 150 people. Approximately 50 additional single-family campsites are dispersed throughout the area. Vault toilets are provided, but there is no water, electricity or garbage service available within the recreation area. Visitors should bring their own water and pack out all garbage. (435) 384-2372

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MAPLE CANYON CAMPGROUND Maple Canyon Campground is known for its unique cliffs, arches and scenic views of the Sanpitch Mountains.

It is a small campground nestled between towering conglomerate rock walls on either side of the canyon. It is a favorite among rock climbers.

The campground contains one group site and several single-family sites. Sites 2, 3 and 4 are walk-to tent sites that must be accessed by carrying gear a short distance from the parking area. Vault toilets are provided but there is no water. Roads and parking spurs are dirt. Accessible by all passenger vehicles. (435) 283-4151

MILLER FLAT RESERVOIR CAMPGROUND Miller Flat Reservoir Campground is located in a high mountain valley near Miller Flat Reservoir, at an elevation of 8,500 feet. Visitors enjoy fishing, canoeing, horseback riding and exploring the surrounding off-road vehicle trails.

Visitors are allowed to configure their vehicles and trailers as they choose within the site. Group cooking facilities are provided including picnic tables, a fire ring, dutch oven fire pan and utility tables. A vault toilet facility is located about 50 feet from the site. There are no electricity, water, sewer or garbage services. (435) 3842372

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Manti Community Campground is 7 miles east of Manti next to Yearns Reservoir. Visitors enjoy fishing, canoeing and exploring local trails. Accessible by dirt road, no high clearance needed.

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The main parking area for day use and lake access is located right next to the main road by the information kiosk and there are two additional parking areas farther west on Ferron Canyon Road. Roads and parking spurs within the campground are gravel.

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