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SUMMARY:Bird Surveys with Our Conservation Team
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://tracyaviary.org/nature-center/event-calendar/bird-surveys-with-our-conservation-team-3/2026-09-04/
CATEGORIES:Daily
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SUMMARY:First Friday Fono
DESCRIPTION:Join us for First Friday Fono. In these monthly meetings we will be discussing many of the legends of the Pacific Islands and other important subjects. \nOur discussions take place around a bowl of kava. Kava is a non alcoholic drink consumed throughout the Pacific in ceremonial and social settings. It is made from the roots of the piper methysticum plant. It can bring relief to anxiety\, mood swings and more. It is also known as the “drink of peace” because of it’s ability to relieve stress and reduce anxiety\, promotor relaxation\, and being mental clarity all without creating dependency. Because of these properties many difficult discussions could take place around a bowl of kava while still maintaining peace. \nThis program is being offered free of charge\, but if you have the means and are able to make a donation of any amount that is greatly appreciated. If your circumstances allow\, we recommend a donation of $5 or $10. All proceeds will go towards making this experience sustainable and any excess will go towards education and conservation at both the Nature Center at Pia Okwai and Tracy Aviary. \nIf you would like to donate to Tracy Aviary you can learn more here.\nOr you can venmo us here:
URL:https://tracyaviary.org/nature-center/event-calendar/first-friday-fono/2026-09-04/
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260905T160000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260905T210000
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SUMMARY:Something's Brewing 2026
DESCRIPTION:This is our 3rd year participating in the Get to the River Festival\, and we are excited to be a part of it again! \nTaking place at the Nature Center at Pia Okwai\, attendees will explore what’s “brewing” within the community along the Jordan River (also known as Pia Okwai) — There will be music\, food\, drinks\, and a variety of community vendors. Lastly\, keeping in line with the touch-and-cheek vibes\, enjoy various brewed beverages like beer\, kombucha\, tea\, and coffee!  \nThe Get to the River Festival is a month-long series of community events centered on the Jordan River and Jordan River Parkway. During 30 days in September\, cities and counties along the river will host events near their section that help celebrate\, protect\, and restore the Jordan River. \nDate: Saturday\, September 5\, 2026 \nTime: 4:00-9:00 p.m. \nLocation: Nature Center at Pia Okwai \nPrice: Free with a Suggested Donation \nGET TO THE RIVER WEBSITE  \n 
URL:https://tracyaviary.org/nature-center/event-calendar/get-to-the-river-somethings-brewing-2026/
LOCATION:Nature Center at Pia Okwai\, 3310 South 1000 West\, South Salt Lake\, UT\, 84119\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260911T080000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260911T100000
DTSTAMP:20250329T201916Z
CREATED:20250329T201901Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250329T201916Z
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SUMMARY:Bird Surveys with Our Conservation Team
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://tracyaviary.org/nature-center/event-calendar/bird-surveys-with-our-conservation-team-3/2026-09-11/
CATEGORIES:Daily
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260913T093000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260913T110000
DTSTAMP:20260902T160608Z
CREATED:20260507T154606Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260902T160608Z
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SUMMARY:Nature-based Mindfulness with Ian Napper
DESCRIPTION:Nature-based Mindfulness\, also known as Forest Bathing\, is a way of deeply communing with Nature. Slow down and unwind. Reconnect to wonder and awe. Breathe deep and create spacious relaxation with easy walking and breathing practices. You’ll be guided through gentle practices of grounding\, centering\, directed awareness\, and other experiential practices while we engage with the more-than-human-world. Expect short walking and some sitting on the ground. \nResearch-backed benefits include: reduced stress hormones\, lowered blood pressure\, boosted immunity\, greater rest from sleep\, and reduced attention fatigue. Other benefits have been described as: a profound sense of awe and connection to the living Earth\, a sense of deep peace\, and settling of the nervous system. Every session is custom and unique. \nResearch-backed benefits of a regular Forest Bathing practice include \n\nBoosted mood – reduced anxiety\, depression\, and loneliness\nReduced stress hormones – cortisol returning to the allostatic load baseline\nLowered blood pressure – boosts immune function\nReduced attention fatigue – boosts pro-social behavior\nImproved sleep over time\n\nOther benefits have been described as: a profound sense of awe and connection to the living Earth\, a sense of deep peace and settling of the nervous system\, profound gratitude\, and a space beyond words. \nGeneral Instructions: \nCheck the weather before and wear what you might want to be comfortable\, we will be outside the whole time\, layering is best. Please arrive 10 min early to park and find the group. Meet by the kiosk area before the pavilion!  \nThings you may want to bring: \n\nSturdy footwear\nWater bottle\nHat/sunglasses\nUmbrella\nJournal and pen\nWarm layer or shawl\nYour curiosity\n\n  \nTickets \nAdult: $20 \nChild: $15 \nPURCHASE TICKETS \n  \nIan Napper is an Army Veteran\, yoga instructor\, mindful outdoor guide\, small-group facilitator\, and university adjunct. He develops and leads classes which use mindful movement and breathing\, sensory practices\, Nature immersion\, playfulness\, and small-group-processes to support healing\, reduce stress\, reduce loneliness\, and promote personal growth through introspection and expanded awareness. He is passionate about helping people discover practices which can help them improve self-regulation skills\, come home to their bodies\, think more clearly\, and approach their emotions and inner world with more acceptance and self-compassion. His hobbies and pursuits are at the intersection of personal growth\, play\, community\, spirituality\, and Nature. Additionally\, he holds an M.Ed in trauma and resilience. \n  \n  \n  \n  \n\n\nInstagram \nWebsite
URL:https://tracyaviary.org/nature-center/event-calendar/nature-based-mindfulness-with-ian-napper-2/
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260918T080000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260918T100000
DTSTAMP:20250329T201916Z
CREATED:20250329T201901Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250329T201916Z
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SUMMARY:Bird Surveys with Our Conservation Team
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://tracyaviary.org/nature-center/event-calendar/bird-surveys-with-our-conservation-team-3/2026-09-18/
CATEGORIES:Daily
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260918T180000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260918T200000
DTSTAMP:20260831T053001Z
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LAST-MODIFIED:20260831T053001Z
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SUMMARY:Habitat Helpers River Clean-Up
DESCRIPTION:Join us at the Nature Center at Pia Okwai to remove trash from along the Jordan River! Together\, we can be habitat helpers for the Jordan River\, protecting the space that birds and other wildlife call home. \nThis cleanup is part of Pack It Out 2026\, Utah’s annual watershed cleanup. Light snacks will be provided. \nDate: Friday\, September 18th\nTime: 6:00 – 8:00 PM\nLocation: Tracy Aviary Nature Center at Pia Okwai
URL:https://tracyaviary.org/nature-center/event-calendar/river-clean-up/
LOCATION:Nature Center at Pia Okwai\, 3310 South 1000 West\, South Salt Lake\, UT\, 84119\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260919T090000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260919T110000
DTSTAMP:20260724T152806Z
CREATED:20260507T155436Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260724T152806Z
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SUMMARY:Aves sin Fronteras
DESCRIPTION:Acompáñenos en una caminata casual guiada para observar aves en español para la comunidad latina. Este programa está diseñado para que los adultos conecten entre sí y con las increíbles aves que habitan en Pia Okwai/Jordan River. \n¿No tiene experiencia en la observación de aves? ¡No se preocupe! Nuestros educadores y científicos conservacionistas le ayudarán a localizar e identificar aves a lo largo del sendero. Tendremos binoculares y guías de aves para que los utilice (¡Gracias a la División de Artes y Museos de Utah por financiar estas herramientas!) \nREGÍSTRESE AQUÍ
URL:https://tracyaviary.org/nature-center/event-calendar/aves-sin-fronteras-3/2026-09-19/
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260925T080000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260925T100000
DTSTAMP:20250329T201916Z
CREATED:20250329T201901Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250329T201916Z
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SUMMARY:Bird Surveys with Our Conservation Team
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://tracyaviary.org/nature-center/event-calendar/bird-surveys-with-our-conservation-team-3/2026-09-25/
CATEGORIES:Daily
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260925T183000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260925T210000
DTSTAMP:20260916T073313Z
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SUMMARY:SB Dance Curbside Theater
DESCRIPTION:Join us as we host another event that is part of the month-long Get to the River Festival! \nSB Dance’s Curbside Theater spectacle arrives riverside for a concert of dance\, circus\, and music. \nDate: September 25\,  2026 \nTime: 6:30 – 9:00 PM \nShowtime: 7:30 pm \nLocation: Tracy Aviary at Nature Center at Pia Okwai (3300 South 1000 West) \nPrice: FREE \n\nWhat is the Get to the River Festival? \nThe Get to the River Festival is a month of events and activities each September across the 50-mile Jordan River Parkway. It includes diverse outdoor recreation\, conservation\, arts and cultural\, and social experiences that spark discovery\, stewardship\, creativity\, and fun. The Festival is organized and promoted by the Jordan River Commission and Jordan River Foundation. Events and activities are organized and hosted by dozens of local partners and communities across the Wasatch Front region. Thousands of individuals and families turn out each year to participate. The Festival highlights this amazing slice of nature through the most urbanized and populated region of Utah’s Wasatch Front. It connects people with some of the things that matter most – family and friends\, nature and wildlife\, community and culture – and creates wonderful memories. \nWhat is Curbside Theater? \nMade by nonprofit SB Dance\, Curbside Theater is the world’s greatest\, most astounding\, and only traveling dance-circus. Curbside concerts take place in parks\, plazas\, yards\, public and private spaces\, both indoors and outdoors.
URL:https://tracyaviary.org/nature-center/event-calendar/sb-dance-curbside-theater/
LOCATION:Nature Center at Pia Okwai\, 3310 South 1000 West\, South Salt Lake\, UT\, 84119\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260927T090000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260927T110000
DTSTAMP:20260319T155012Z
CREATED:20260319T155012Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260319T155012Z
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SUMMARY:Let's Go Birding Together
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a casual\, guided bird walk especially for LGBTQIA+ folks and our allies. This program is made for adults to connect with each other and the incredible birds who call the Pia Okwai/Jordan River home. \nLEARN MORE \nLet’s Go Birding Together meets every last Sunday of each month at 9 a.m. This is a special off-site edition! Location TBD.  \nREGISTER HERE \nNo bird watching experience? No problem! Our educators and conservation scientists are experienced bird nerds and will help you spot and identify birds along the trail. We’ll even have freshly-sanitized binoculars and bird guides for you to borrow (Thanks\, Utah Division of Arts & Museums\, for funding these tools!).
URL:https://tracyaviary.org/nature-center/event-calendar/lets-go-birding-together-5/
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20261002T080000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20261002T100000
DTSTAMP:20250329T201916Z
CREATED:20250329T201901Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250329T201916Z
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SUMMARY:Bird Surveys with Our Conservation Team
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://tracyaviary.org/nature-center/event-calendar/bird-surveys-with-our-conservation-team-3/2026-10-02/
CATEGORIES:Daily
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20261002T180000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20261002T210000
DTSTAMP:20260127T191824Z
CREATED:20260127T191824Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260127T191824Z
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SUMMARY:First Friday Fono
DESCRIPTION:Join us for First Friday Fono. In these monthly meetings we will be discussing many of the legends of the Pacific Islands and other important subjects. \nOur discussions take place around a bowl of kava. Kava is a non alcoholic drink consumed throughout the Pacific in ceremonial and social settings. It is made from the roots of the piper methysticum plant. It can bring relief to anxiety\, mood swings and more. It is also known as the “drink of peace” because of it’s ability to relieve stress and reduce anxiety\, promotor relaxation\, and being mental clarity all without creating dependency. Because of these properties many difficult discussions could take place around a bowl of kava while still maintaining peace. \nThis program is being offered free of charge\, but if you have the means and are able to make a donation of any amount that is greatly appreciated. If your circumstances allow\, we recommend a donation of $5 or $10. All proceeds will go towards making this experience sustainable and any excess will go towards education and conservation at both the Nature Center at Pia Okwai and Tracy Aviary. \nIf you would like to donate to Tracy Aviary you can learn more here.\nOr you can venmo us here:
URL:https://tracyaviary.org/nature-center/event-calendar/first-friday-fono/2026-10-02/
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20261009T080000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20261009T100000
DTSTAMP:20250329T201916Z
CREATED:20250329T201901Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250329T201916Z
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SUMMARY:Bird Surveys with Our Conservation Team
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://tracyaviary.org/nature-center/event-calendar/bird-surveys-with-our-conservation-team-3/2026-10-09/
CATEGORIES:Daily
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20261010T090000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20261010T110000
DTSTAMP:20260724T152806Z
CREATED:20260507T155436Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260724T152806Z
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SUMMARY:Aves sin Fronteras
DESCRIPTION:Acompáñenos en una caminata casual guiada para observar aves en español para la comunidad latina. Este programa está diseñado para que los adultos conecten entre sí y con las increíbles aves que habitan en Pia Okwai/Jordan River. \n¿No tiene experiencia en la observación de aves? ¡No se preocupe! Nuestros educadores y científicos conservacionistas le ayudarán a localizar e identificar aves a lo largo del sendero. Tendremos binoculares y guías de aves para que los utilice (¡Gracias a la División de Artes y Museos de Utah por financiar estas herramientas!) \nREGÍSTRESE AQUÍ
URL:https://tracyaviary.org/nature-center/event-calendar/aves-sin-fronteras-3/2026-10-10/
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20261011T093000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20261011T110000
DTSTAMP:20261001T031244Z
CREATED:20261001T031244Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20261001T031244Z
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SUMMARY:Nature-based Mindfulness with Ian Napper
DESCRIPTION:Nature-based Mindfulness\, also known as Forest Bathing\, is a way of deeply communing with Nature. Slow down and unwind. Reconnect to wonder and awe. Breathe deep and create spacious relaxation with easy walking and breathing practices. You’ll be guided through gentle practices of grounding\, centering\, directed awareness\, and other experiential practices while we engage with the more-than-human-world. Expect short walking and some sitting on the ground. \nResearch-backed benefits include: reduced stress hormones\, lowered blood pressure\, boosted immunity\, greater rest from sleep\, and reduced attention fatigue. Other benefits have been described as: a profound sense of awe and connection to the living Earth\, a sense of deep peace\, and settling of the nervous system. Every session is custom and unique. \nResearch-backed benefits of a regular Forest Bathing practice include \n\nBoosted mood – reduced anxiety\, depression\, and loneliness\nReduced stress hormones – cortisol returning to the allostatic load baseline\nLowered blood pressure – boosts immune function\nReduced attention fatigue – boosts pro-social behavior\nImproved sleep over time\n\nOther benefits have been described as: a profound sense of awe and connection to the living Earth\, a sense of deep peace and settling of the nervous system\, profound gratitude\, and a space beyond words. \nGeneral Instructions: \nCheck the weather before and wear what you might want to be comfortable\, we will be outside the whole time\, layering is best. Please arrive 10 min early to park and find the group. Meet by the kiosk area before the pavilion!  \nThings you may want to bring: \n\nSturdy footwear\nWater bottle\nHat/sunglasses\nUmbrella\nJournal and pen\nWarm layer or shawl\nYour curiosity\n\n  \nTickets \nAdult: $20 \nChild: $15 \nPURCHASE TICKETS \n  \nIan Napper is an Army Veteran\, yoga instructor\, mindful outdoor guide\, small-group facilitator\, and university adjunct. He develops and leads classes which use mindful movement and breathing\, sensory practices\, Nature immersion\, playfulness\, and small-group-processes to support healing\, reduce stress\, reduce loneliness\, and promote personal growth through introspection and expanded awareness. He is passionate about helping people discover practices which can help them improve self-regulation skills\, come home to their bodies\, think more clearly\, and approach their emotions and inner world with more acceptance and self-compassion. His hobbies and pursuits are at the intersection of personal growth\, play\, community\, spirituality\, and Nature. Additionally\, he holds an M.Ed in trauma and resilience. \n  \n  \n  \n  \n\n\nInstagram \nWebsite
URL:https://tracyaviary.org/nature-center/event-calendar/nature-based-mindfulness-with-ian-napper-3/
LOCATION:Nature Center at Pia Okwai\, 3310 South 1000 West\, South Salt Lake\, UT\, 84119\, United States
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20261016T080000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20261016T100000
DTSTAMP:20250329T201916Z
CREATED:20250329T201901Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250329T201916Z
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SUMMARY:Bird Surveys with Our Conservation Team
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://tracyaviary.org/nature-center/event-calendar/bird-surveys-with-our-conservation-team-3/2026-10-16/
CATEGORIES:Daily
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20261023T080000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20261023T100000
DTSTAMP:20250329T201916Z
CREATED:20250329T201901Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250329T201916Z
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SUMMARY:Bird Surveys with Our Conservation Team
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://tracyaviary.org/nature-center/event-calendar/bird-surveys-with-our-conservation-team-3/2026-10-23/
CATEGORIES:Daily
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20261024T180000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20261024T210000
DTSTAMP:20260926T230128Z
CREATED:20260926T230128Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260926T230128Z
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SUMMARY:Agave After Dark | Bats & Tequila
DESCRIPTION:In partnership with the Cocktail Collective\, Utah Division of Wildlife Resources\, and Natural History Museum of Utah\,  join us for a BOOzy night filled with bats\, conservation\, and tequila. \nParticipants will be guided by Alexi Fisher\, owner of Cocktail Collective\, through a professional tasting of four to five carefully selected tequilas from distilleries whose practices or partnerships support bat protection\, agave biodiversity\, and responsible production. Alexi will teach guests how to evaluate each tequila’s appearance\, aroma\, flavor\, texture\, and finish while explaining production methods\, classifications\, regional characteristics\, and the cultural significance of tequila. \nThe tasting will also explore the essential relationship between bats and agave plants\, including bats’ role as pollinators and how conservation-conscious production practices can support biodiversity and the long-term sustainability of agave-based spirits. This combination of professional tasting instruction and conservation education will create a memorable connection between the featured tequilas and Tracy Aviary’s wildlife conservation mission. \nThis event will also include a presentation from a UDWR Conservation Biologist on local bat species\, along with an assortment of bat specimens for viewing from NHMU. \nDate: October 24\, 2026 \nTime:  6:00 pm – 9:00 PM \nLocation: Nature Center at Pia Okwai \nPrice: $80 \nAdditional Information: \n\nLocated inside Gratitude Eco Lab; enter through the main parking lot.\nGuests must be at least 21 years or older to attend this event.\n\nPurchase Here \n***Effective January 1\, 2026\, in compliance with the new state law (House Bill 437)\, all patrons attending this event will be asked to show their ID – regardless of appearance or age. Acceptable forms of ID: valid Passport\, US Driver’s License\, Military ID\, or US state-issued ID card with a birth date and photo***. \nRefunds: Due to limited capacity and high demand for these events\, refunds are available if cancellation is made 48 hours before the event. Please email us if you need to cancel. \n**If this event is sold out\, feel free to email events@tracyaviary.org to be added to the waitlist.** \n\nAbout Cocktail Collective \nThe Cocktail Collective began as a passion project aimed at providing mixology and spirits education in Utah. Alexi\, is an experienced spirits educator and event professional who holds professional certifications in Tequila and Mezcal from the Consejo Regulador del Tequila (CRT). Her background includes guided spirits tastings\, beverage education\, hospitality\, and creating engaging experiences that make the history\, culture\, and production of distilled spirits accessible to a wide audience.
URL:https://tracyaviary.org/nature-center/event-calendar/agave-after-dark-bats-tequila/
LOCATION:Nature Center at Pia Okwai\, 3310 South 1000 West\, South Salt Lake\, UT\, 84119\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20261025T090000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20261025T110000
DTSTAMP:20260127T173441Z
CREATED:20260127T173403Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260127T173441Z
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SUMMARY:Let's Go Birding Together
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a casual\, guided bird walk especially for LGBTQIA+ folks and our allies. This program is made for adults to connect with each other and the incredible birds who call the Pia Okwai/Jordan River home. \nLEARN MORE \nLet’s Go Birding Together meets every last Sunday of each month at 9 a.m. Meeting locations vary.  \nNo bird watching experience? No problem! Our educators and conservation scientists are experienced bird nerds and will help you spot and identify birds along the trail. We’ll even have freshly-sanitized binoculars and bird guides for you to borrow (Thanks\, Utah Division of Arts & Museums\, for funding these tools!). \nREGISTER HERE
URL:https://tracyaviary.org/nature-center/event-calendar/lets-go-birding-together-2-2-2-2-2-2-2/2026-10-25/
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SUMMARY:Bird Surveys with Our Conservation Team
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URL:https://tracyaviary.org/nature-center/event-calendar/bird-surveys-with-our-conservation-team-3/2026-10-30/
CATEGORIES:Daily
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20261106T080000
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SUMMARY:Bird Surveys with Our Conservation Team
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URL:https://tracyaviary.org/nature-center/event-calendar/bird-surveys-with-our-conservation-team-3/2026-11-06/
CATEGORIES:Daily
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20261106T180000
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DTSTAMP:20260127T191824Z
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SUMMARY:First Friday Fono
DESCRIPTION:Join us for First Friday Fono. In these monthly meetings we will be discussing many of the legends of the Pacific Islands and other important subjects. \nOur discussions take place around a bowl of kava. Kava is a non alcoholic drink consumed throughout the Pacific in ceremonial and social settings. It is made from the roots of the piper methysticum plant. It can bring relief to anxiety\, mood swings and more. It is also known as the “drink of peace” because of it’s ability to relieve stress and reduce anxiety\, promotor relaxation\, and being mental clarity all without creating dependency. Because of these properties many difficult discussions could take place around a bowl of kava while still maintaining peace. \nThis program is being offered free of charge\, but if you have the means and are able to make a donation of any amount that is greatly appreciated. If your circumstances allow\, we recommend a donation of $5 or $10. All proceeds will go towards making this experience sustainable and any excess will go towards education and conservation at both the Nature Center at Pia Okwai and Tracy Aviary. \nIf you would like to donate to Tracy Aviary you can learn more here.\nOr you can venmo us here:
URL:https://tracyaviary.org/nature-center/event-calendar/first-friday-fono/2026-11-06/
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20261113T080000
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DTSTAMP:20250329T201916Z
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SUMMARY:Bird Surveys with Our Conservation Team
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://tracyaviary.org/nature-center/event-calendar/bird-surveys-with-our-conservation-team-3/2026-11-13/
CATEGORIES:Daily
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20261114T090000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20261114T110000
DTSTAMP:20260724T152806Z
CREATED:20260507T155436Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260724T152806Z
UID:10006137-1794646800-1794654000@tracyaviary.org
SUMMARY:Aves sin Fronteras
DESCRIPTION:Acompáñenos en una caminata casual guiada para observar aves en español para la comunidad latina. Este programa está diseñado para que los adultos conecten entre sí y con las increíbles aves que habitan en Pia Okwai/Jordan River. \n¿No tiene experiencia en la observación de aves? ¡No se preocupe! Nuestros educadores y científicos conservacionistas le ayudarán a localizar e identificar aves a lo largo del sendero. Tendremos binoculares y guías de aves para que los utilice (¡Gracias a la División de Artes y Museos de Utah por financiar estas herramientas!) \nREGÍSTRESE AQUÍ
URL:https://tracyaviary.org/nature-center/event-calendar/aves-sin-fronteras-3/2026-11-14/
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20261120T080000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20261120T100000
DTSTAMP:20250329T201916Z
CREATED:20250329T201901Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250329T201916Z
UID:10004962-1795161600-1795168800@tracyaviary.org
SUMMARY:Bird Surveys with Our Conservation Team
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://tracyaviary.org/nature-center/event-calendar/bird-surveys-with-our-conservation-team-3/2026-11-20/
CATEGORIES:Daily
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20261121T180000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20261121T203000
DTSTAMP:20260704T012938Z
CREATED:20260629T074401Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260704T012938Z
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SUMMARY:Linocut Printed Paper Star Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Linocut Printed Paper Star Workshop w/ Jeanette Lukens \nJoin us at the Nature Center at Pia Okwai for a relief printing linocut workshop with Jeanette Lukens\, Liberty Park’s former Artist in Residence! \nAs a participant (age 16+)\, you will be guided through the process of designing\, carving\, and printing a small linoleum block that is already cut into a star-shaped template. The printed copies will then be cut and glued into a large paper star (about 1ft diameter). \nYou will leave with your paper star and the block that you carved so you can make more at home; as a bonus\, you can exchange prints with other participants.  If you want to continue with your new hobby\, you will have the option to buy the tools to take home and carve more. \nNo previous experience required. \n\n\nHour 1 – sketching\, transferring onto block\, carving block\nHour 2 – printing (using a press\, spoons\, and other printing tools)\n\n\n\nAll supplies will be provided: \n\nCarving tools\nLinoleum blocks\nPaper\nInk (and related rollers/stuff for cleanup\, etc)\nPrinting press\n\n\n\nDate: Saturday\, November 21\, 2026 \n\nTime: 6:00 – 8:30 pm \nLocation: Nature Center at Pia Okwai (3310 South 1000 West\, South Salt Lake\, UT 84119) \nTicket Price: $60 \nTickets \nRefunds: Due to the limited capacity and high demand for these events\, refunds are available if cancellation is made 48 hours before the event. Please email events@tracyaviary.org if you need to cancel. \n\n\nFeatured Artist \nJeanette Lukens is a relief print maker working mostly with wood and linoleum blocks that are hand-carved and hand-printed.  While the majority of her work consists of black and white prints of iconic southwest landmarks\, she also creates color prints using a reduction process or multiple blocks. \nJeanette participates regularly in juried art shows and markets throughout Utah\, and her work can be found at Four Lemons art gallery and the Tracy Aviary\, where she recently completed an Artist’s Residency Program. \nWhat are Relief Prints? \nRelief prints are produced by removing bits of wood or linoleum from a block\, and then rolling ink onto the remaining block to create an image. White areas are removed or carved out of the block using specialized tools. Black or colored areas print from the bits of block that remain. \n\n		\n		\n	\n\n	\n\n				\n			\n			\n				\n																			\n			\n\n	\n\n\n	\n\n	\n\n				\n			\n			\n				\n																			\n			\n\n	\n\n\n	\n\n	\n\n				\n			\n			\n				\n																			\n			\n\n	\n\n\n	\n\n	\n\n				\n			\n			\n				\n																			\n			\n\n	\n\n\n	\n\n	\n\n				\n			\n			\n				\n																			\n			\n\n	\n\n\n	\n\n	\n\n				\n			\n			\n				\n																			\n			\n\n	\n\n\n	\n\n	\n\n				\n			\n			\n				\n																			\n			\n\n	\n\n	\n	\n	\n\n	\n\nPurchasing Prints \nVisit Jeanette’s website or Instagram to purchase original\, hand-printed images (these are not copies of an original work; they are the originals\, generally in a series of 10\, 20\, or 40). Purchased prints are unframed and shipped for free; however\, framing can be requested with an additional fee.
URL:https://tracyaviary.org/nature-center/event-calendar/linocut-printed-paper-star-workshop/
LOCATION:Nature Center at Pia Okwai\, 3310 South 1000 West\, South Salt Lake\, UT\, 84119\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20261127T080000
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DTSTAMP:20250329T201916Z
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SUMMARY:Bird Surveys with Our Conservation Team
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://tracyaviary.org/nature-center/event-calendar/bird-surveys-with-our-conservation-team-3/2026-11-27/
CATEGORIES:Daily
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20261129T090000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20261129T110000
DTSTAMP:20260127T173441Z
CREATED:20260127T173403Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260127T173441Z
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SUMMARY:Let's Go Birding Together
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a casual\, guided bird walk especially for LGBTQIA+ folks and our allies. This program is made for adults to connect with each other and the incredible birds who call the Pia Okwai/Jordan River home. \nLEARN MORE \nLet’s Go Birding Together meets every last Sunday of each month at 9 a.m. Meeting locations vary.  \nNo bird watching experience? No problem! Our educators and conservation scientists are experienced bird nerds and will help you spot and identify birds along the trail. We’ll even have freshly-sanitized binoculars and bird guides for you to borrow (Thanks\, Utah Division of Arts & Museums\, for funding these tools!). \nREGISTER HERE
URL:https://tracyaviary.org/nature-center/event-calendar/lets-go-birding-together-2-2-2-2-2-2-2/2026-11-29/
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20261204T080000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20261204T100000
DTSTAMP:20250329T201916Z
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UID:10004964-1796371200-1796378400@tracyaviary.org
SUMMARY:Bird Surveys with Our Conservation Team
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://tracyaviary.org/nature-center/event-calendar/bird-surveys-with-our-conservation-team-3/2026-12-04/
CATEGORIES:Daily
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