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158 - Thanksgiving Point and Kennecott Copper Mine

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Course Description: Join us for a great adventure to two of Utah’s most impressive attractions. We begin at Thanksgiving Point in Lehi and you choose between the Museum of Ancient Life or Ashton Gardens. Roam among the dinosaurs, explore a Carboniferous Forest, and dive deep into a Cretaceous Ocean at the Museum of Ancient Life. They have one of the world’s largest displays with 60 complete dinosaur skeletons, along with more than 50 hands-on exhibits. An an oasis in the desert, Ashton Gardens features 55 acres of stately gardens, grand lawns, and the largest manmade waterfall in the Western Hemisphere. Rejuvenate yourself and enjoy nature’s beauty by strolling through 15 themed gardens. Then we’re off to the award-winning Goodwood BBQ for a delicious lunch. Next we head to Kennecott Copper Mine, the world’s largest open pit mine – so big it can seen from the moon! You’ll marvel at the magnitude of this impressive enterprise. Bus transportation, tour guide, bottles of water, snacks, and a wonderful lunch are included.

Course Instructor: Julie Hollist-Terrill is the director of the Cache Valley Visitors Bureau. She holds a masters degree in journalism and communications from USU, loves new adventures and is a sought-after speaker and instructor. She is excited to share some of northern Utah’s greatest highlights with you. Julie is the hostess with mostest and you’ll have a great time!
julie@explorelogan.com