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ST. GEORGE, Utah - Every Friday, from October through April, the Bureau of Land Management (BLM) and its partners host the popular Brown Bag Lecture series which provides unique opportunities for members of the public to learn more about the area’s natural resources and public lands. Speakers include geologists, range specialists, biologists, archaeologists, rangers and other specialists who cover subjects tied to the Arizona Strip and surrounding public lands. For those who want to learn more before venturing out or are curious about these remote and rugged landscapes, the lectures are an excellent way to bring the resources and related issues to the community’s doorstep.

The lectures, which begin at noon and last one hour, are held at the Interagency Information Center, located at 345 E. Riverside Drive in St. George, Utah.  Admission is free, but space is limited for this popular lecture series.  Attendees are advised to reserve their free seating early; tickets are available one week prior to each program. To obtain tickets visit the Interagency Information Center or call (435)688-3200 for more information.

The lecture series is sponsored by the Dixie/Arizona Strip Interpretive Association, BLM, National Park Service and U.S. Forest Service. 

DEC 2   Susan Crook, Executive Director, SUNCLF

Southwest Utah National Conservation Lands Friends or SUNCLF is a volunteer friends group run by the non-profit Conserve Southwest Utah.  SUNCLF works to create a pool of engaged citizens to assist with inventory efforts and long-term monitoring of the natural, historic and cultural resources in Southwest Utah’s National Conservation Lands. In addition to citizen stewardship, volunteers assist in creating and implementing programs that promote natural resource protection and visitor safety using interpretive and education programs.

Dec. 9   William Mason Hoy, PhD, Curator, Hoy Insect Museum

If you’ve ever been captivated by a dragonfly in flight, or watched a walking stick in wonder, this lecture will keep you spellbound. Mr. Hoy’s extensive knowledge spans from local bugs to insects found around the world.  Join us to learn more about all the creepy crawlies in Southern Utah from the guy who really knows and loves them.

Dec. 16  Doug Alder, PhD, Past President Dixie State, History Professor and Author

Dr. Alder will be discussing his new book “Dixie Saints”, a compilation of interviews with senior citizens on the history and growth of Washington County.  Alder’s wit and humor about the history of the area are well known and enjoyed.

Dec 23  Keith Behunin and the Fertile Dirt Band

The Fertile Dirt Band is an audience interactive bluegrass band utilizing the musical instruments that were available in the days of the pioneers. Our audience will enjoy recreating that pioneer music sound with washboards, spoons, cow bells, jugs, washtub bass and bending saws, the sounds of which have not been heard for 150 years. Join us for this fun, interactive, festive event.

Dec 30 Marilyn Davis, Red Cliffs Audubon Society

The annual Christmas Bird Count is a great opportunity to get outdoors and enjoy birding all day long. Participants mingle with fellow birders while contributing to a useful scientific study that has been documenting wintering bird densities and movements for over 100 years.  The St. George Winter Bird Festival is an event hosted by the Red Cliffs Audubon Society and Utah Division of Wildlife Resources.  Their mission is to intrigue and educate the public about these creatures by catering to both novice and expert birders with a variety of field trips, workshops, and presentations. Come learn about the regions’ most fascinating featured friends.