Canyon Country Discovery
Center/Four Corners School of
Outdoor Education
1117 N Main StMonticello, Utah, 84535
Phone: (435)-587-2156 (800) 525-4456
Email:
fcs@fourcornersschool.org
Website: http://fourcornersschool.org/
On December 3, 2015,
Canyon Country Discovery Center opened its doors to welcome all to a first time
look see at this new learning facility. While
the grand opening will not occur until the summer of 2016, curiosity brought in
folks from all over San Juan County. The
building is a beautiful design of abode and wood; a wetlands pond in the
rear. Inside, maps of the Colorado
Plateau adorn the walls and floors; an exquisite fireplace with Native American
décor highlights the meditation area. The
Colorado Plateau Educational Center is round to represent the shape of the
Hogan; Native American artifacts encased in the eight pillars. Ute Flutist, Aldean Lightning Hawk Ketchum,
mesmerized adults and children with his playing; enchanted faces looked upon
Aldean as he imitated calls of native birds. Many exhibits were fully operational; a wind
tunnel flew paper whirly gigs up and out into the waiting hands of on-lookers. A multi-colored rock climbing wall supplied
ample padding for those losing their grip; many enjoying the bouncing more than
the climbing itself. |
| Maps on Walls and Floors |
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| Wall of Benefactors and Interested Parties |
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| Wind Tunnel |
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| Plant and Wildlife Plates |
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| Ute Flutist and Storyteller, Aldean Lightning Hawk Ketchum |
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| Fireplace in Meditation Area |
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| Activities for Children |
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| Rock Climbing Wall |
The staff of the Four
Corners School of Outdoor Education were asked question after question; happily
showing off each and every display. Hard
work still goes on inside as each new exhibit is completed. Landscaping, due to the winter weather, is on
hold, but plans to be amazing with walking trails and natural habitats. This Discovery Center will be a true learning
center for young and old alike!
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| Lyndie Bradshaw, Lavonne Larceval, Tina Corrao, Karen Whipple |
At the dinner hour, a
great sampling of hors-d’oeuvres were served; catered by local restaurant,
Peace Tree Juice Café. Karen Whipple
(owner) and her wonderful staff: Lavonne Larceval, Marie Delafuente, Kayli
Rogers, Alonzo Begay and Eli Whipple) were on point, from cooking to
presentation to service. Visitors to the
Open House oohed and aahed over; Steak, Pork and Chicken Medallions roasted to
tender perfection with herbal seasonings; Smoked Trout on sliced baguettes,
smoky, creamy and addicting; Delicata Squash baked to tenderness with a savory,
spicy rice stuffing; Roasted Corn kicking the palette with Poblano Peppers;
Brussel Sprouts with a nutty flavor and sweetened with cranberries; and Savory Roasted Root Vegetables. Mini-Cheesecakes for dessert; it was so, so
difficult to just eat one; the lemon was luscious, but I should have thrown embarrassment
to the wind and eaten a decadent chocolate too!
Peace Tree Juice Cafe
516 N Main (Route 191)
Monticello, Utah, 84535
Phone : (435) 587-5063
Website:
http://www.peacetreecafe.com
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| Happy Diners; Bill Boyle, owner of the San Juan Record, stands patiently in line. |
Unfortunately I did not
get to speak with all the staff, but I wish to thank Lyndie Bradshaw (Marketing
Manager) and Tina Corrao (Business Coordinator) for making my husband, myself, and
the staff of the Monticello Welcome Center feel so welcomed. Thank you to everyone involved, with the
creation of the Discovery Center, for your dedication to the community, and to
bringing education and learning to San Juan County.
Mary Cokenour
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