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Moab Festival of Science explores the wonders of the region

Moab Sun News6 years ago4 years ago

Hike with local geologists and learn why the rocks are red. Watch a film that explores the night skies and learn how the threat of artificial light can impact our community. Enjoy several…

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Five months on the Colorado River: presentation concludes 2019 Science Series

Moab Sun News6 years ago2 years ago

During Mike and Jenny Fiebig’s five-month journey rowing their dory the length of the Colorado River, they almost capsized in Cataract Canyon and in the Grand Canyon. They’ll tell their harrowing tale, as…

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Bat Night brings science to the public

Moab Sun News6 years ago2 years ago

Wildlife Conservation Biologist Scott Gibson holds a small bat in his hands. He works quickly and seriously, taking a host of scientific measurements. Holding the animal up, he turns to face the group…

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Moab Mosquito Abatement District manager writes to the citizens of Grand County

Moab Sun News6 years ago4 years ago

Dear editor, Libby here, from the Moab Mosquito Abatement District (MMAD), an independent local district not under the authority of Grand County, or the City of Moab. Think landfill or cemetery services, autonomous…

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How historical weather cycles flooded Moab

Moab Sun News6 years ago2 years ago

Massive flooding has occurred around Moab and it could happen again.  While drought and its repercussions are what water managers focus on most when it comes to the Colorado River Basin, extreme flooding…

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Moab’s next public works director is coming from NASA

Moab Sun News7 years ago4 years ago

Oscar Antillon will take over the supervision of Moab’s infrastructure later this month. As Moab’s public works director, he will work closely with division superintendents and oversee all divisions of the department, which…

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Science fair at Moab Charter School

Moab Sun News7 years ago4 years ago

Students participated in an annual science fair at the Moab Charter School on Wednesday, April 24. Moab Charter School Director Carrie Ann Marinelli said it was a wonderful event. The science fair’s coordinator, Ms….

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Moab Quiz Bowl

Moab Sun News7 years ago4 years ago

The Grand County High School varsity Quiz Bowl team competed on Feb. 19 in a regional event held at the high school auditorium with the Southeast Education Service Center. The Grand County High…

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Tap into science with a radio talk

Moab Sun News7 years ago2 years ago

Grab a drink and learn about the natural world at Science Moab on Tap, an accessible scientific presentation held monthly at a popular Moab bar. “There’s an incredible amount of cool science going…

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Crickets on the menu at science fest

Moab Sun News7 years ago2 years ago

Did you know crickets are high in protein? As well as other important nutrients? James and Kathy Rolin, owners of Cowboy Cricket Farms, near Bozeman, Montana, delved into the cricket farming business after…

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