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Get Out: Five Ideas For Your Weekend

This weekend, you fly.

Seize the opportunity to be a good steward of our land this weekend and volunteer for National Public Lands Day, exchange your clunker lamp for a higher-efficiency model and enjoy an invigorating hike with the Glendora Trails Committee. You can also rock out to live music and, in an interesting way to enjoy the outdoors, fly through the blue sky.

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When/Where: There are five shows daily at the

Why Go: Have you always wanted to run away with the circus? Now you can courtesy of Hollywood Aerial Arts. The dynamic aerial team performs an exciting show, and then, immediately afterwards, audience members can come try their hand at a “trapeze trick sampler” which includes a basic swing, a backflip, a perfect landing and more. Those who find themselves especially jazzed can continue their training at the Hollywood Aerial Arts school.

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 Pricing: $10 to fly, show is free

When/Where: This Saturday at National Parks nationwide

Why Go: Entrance fees will be waived at National Parks across the country today in recognition of National Public Lands Day. Not only can you explore your favorite park for free, you can practice being a good steward by volunteering for one of the many projects organized especially for the occasion. Service projects may range from maintaining trails to cleaning waterways to sprucing up campgrounds. Use this map to find a volunteer opportunity near you. 

Pricing: Free

When/Where:  8 a.m.-1 p.m. this Saturday and Sunday at the Kmart in Covina, 1163 N. Citrus Ave.

Why Go: Southern California Edison customers who own inefficient halogen and incandescent light fixtures can exchange them for up to 10 new, Energy-Star-labeled lamps. Pre-registration is not required; however lamp quantities are limited and the exchange will be handled on a first-come, first-served basis. Proof of residency (electricity bill or CA driver license) within service territory is required. Here is a list of available lamps.

Pricing: Free

When/Where: 8 a.m. this Saturday, park at the park at the first horseshoe curve on Glendora Mountain Road, one mile north of Big Dalton Canyon Road

Why Go: Join the Glendora Trails Committee for this strenous five-mile hike up the Lower Monroe Motorway, along the Little Dalton Canyon stream bottom, down Mystic Canyon Trail to Big Dalton Canyon and then back to the parking area. Children 12 and younger must have adult supervision. Sorry, no pets, please. Members should bring a day pack with three quarts of water and snacks. Long pants are recommended. Sunscreen, water and a hat may be needed, as well.

Pricing: Free

When/Where: 9 p.m.-midnight this Saturday at

Why Go: This band out of Ontario plays mostly '90s rock - think Soundgarden, Pearl Jam and Red Hot Chili Peppers, mixed with a few other influences like Chicago and GNR. Watch W.A.T.H. rock live at Clubhouse 66.

Pricing: Free

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