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Consider this your virtual trailhead! This will be your guide to a successful and engaging Nature Challenge. If you happen to get lost, return to this page to find your way.

➊ Getting starTED

Need some help getting started? Visit our Virtual Tour to hike the City Heights Canyon Loop Trail at your own pace, anytime throughout the challenge. Use our iNaturalist Guide to join our community of citizen scientists, and contribute to global climate research, all while competing for amazing prizes! Visit our How To Fundraise guide to learn how to activate your Personal Fundraising Page during the Nature Challenge to make long-lasting change in your local ecosystems!

➋ CHALLENGE TOOLKIT

The materials in this toolkit will be essential to your participation in the Nature Challenge. Be sure to keep your Loop Trail Map handy, it will help you as you embark on your journey in the City Heights canyons. Coming soon are our Canyon Field Guides, made by Canyon Connections interns and the Nat, these guides will provide insight on local ecology and the many species you will encounter in the canyons. Use our customized Social Media Kit to amplify the #CanyonlandsNatureChallenge and make your voice heard!

➌ Sep. 21 Hike-a-thon Event

The culminiating event takes place at the Ciy Heights Canyon Loop Trail and Azalea Park.

Additional resources

Canyons are an open space—be respectful and leave no trace! Before taking the challenge, visit the 7 Principles of Leave No Trace. Have a question? Visit our FAQ today to get some more insight into our Challenge! Stay tuned to RSVP for the first inaugural Canyonlands Urban Hike-a-thon, September 21st.