But the West Rim Trail, which passes through one of the remaining active fires, is still closed, as are all canyons that are accessed by the trail, including Heaps, Behunin and Imlay.
Zion officials warn visitors there is an increased risk of flash flooding due to the loss of vegetation in the burned area and thunderstorms are expected this week.
Permits are required for hiking the Narrows from Chamberlain's Ranch and for most other canyon routes in the park. Backcountry users should check at park visitor centers for weather forecasts before starting their hikes.
Star party
The Salt Lake Astronomical Society is holding a public star party Saturday at dusk at the Stansbury Park Observatory Complex in Stansbury. A program will be led by Dave Bernson at 9:15 p.m. Visit www.slas.us for more information.
Volunteers needed
Jordanelle State Park is looking for volunteers for various activities at the park. Call 435-782-3030 for more information.
The Rock Cliff Recreation area at Jordanelle is hosting the ninth annual Jordanelle Triathlon and will be closed to camping Aug. 24 and closed to day use on Aug. 25.
Birding trips
Great Salt Lake Audubon is holding a trip to the Antelope Island Causeway Sunday from 6 a.m. to noon. Beginning birders are welcome and carpooling (with a contribution toward gas money) is encouraged. Steve and Cindy Sommerfeld are leading the trip. Call 801-261-4270.
Mill D trail project
REI and the Cottonwood Canyons Foundation are holding a trail project on Mill D North Fork on Saturday. Tools, supervision, breakfast, lunch and a T-shirt will be provided. Participants must be 18 and in good health. Call 801-486-2100 or e-mail Eric Spreng at espreng@rei.com.
Manti ATV Tours
The annual Manti Scenic Mountain ATV Tours are Aug. 10 and 11. Rides, exhibits and performances will be held in Manti. The cost of each guided ride is $25 per person or $20 per person for families with four or more riders. A portion of the fees will be used to help maintain trail riding in the area. Visit www.sanpete.com or call 435-835-5050 or 435-835-3923.
Wildlife Board meeting
The Utah Wildlife Board is meeting Wednesday to approve the cougar and trapping proclamations. The meeting starts at 9 a.m. at the Department of Natural Resources auditorium, 1594 W. North Temple, Salt Lake City.
Free REI clinics
Rick Deutsch, author of One Best Hike: Yosemite's Half Dome, will present a slide show and talk about the 16-mile round-trip hike from the summit of Half Dome and back Wednesday at 7 p.m. at the Salt Lake REI store, 3285 E. 3300 South, East Millcreek.
Deutsch will be joined by Jayah Faye Paley on Aug. 9 for a clinic at 7 p.m. at the Sandy store, 10600 S. 230 West. Paley will talk about the advantages of using hiking poles. Deutsch will give his presentation at 8 p.m.
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