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Visit 'This was water"
Situated at the Dumke Arts Plaza in downtown Ogden, "This was water" provides a sensory experience surrounding five statues modeled after gypsum crystals. It's on display until April 2026. Read the Standard-Examiner's report here.
Check out "Vanishing Waters: Rising Voices"
On display at the Mestizo Institute of Culture and Art, Vanishing Waters combines visual art, dialogue, and performance art into a display raising awareness for the communities impacted by Great Salt Lake's decline. Utah Poet Nan Seymour will host a generative writing workshop based around the exhibit beginning at 2 p.m. on May 31. Then, on June 20, the Mestizo Institute will host a gallery stroll beginning at 6 p.m. Click here to read more.
Visit billboards offering two alternative futures for Great Salt Lake
Utah Artist Nick Pedersen's display "Here Today, Gone Tomorrow," stands on the corner of 870 South and 900 West. The thought provoking piece offers up two alternative futures the lake could face—one of demise and one of flourishing. Visit the display, which is part of Wake the Great Salt Lake, until June 4.
Experience 'The Great Salt Lake: An Uplifting Artistic Oasis'
Featuring collaborative efforts to support Salt Lake County's namesake body of water, the exhibit "emphasizes the importance and impact of the lake on our local community," according to Wake the Great Salt Lake. The display features works from the Salt Lake County Visual Art Collection. It will be on display until Dec. 15, 2025 at the Salt Lake County Government Center. Click to read more
Share stories of the salty waters with Great Salt Lake Hopeline all year
By calling 979-GSL-HOPE (979-475-4673) or visiting an upcycled phone booth, community members can share their stories and interact with the sounds of Great Salt Lake. According to Wake the Great Salt Lake, collected voicemails will be used for future projects — the hotline aims to start lake-focused dialogue and spark hope for the struggling body of water. Learn more here
Take a field trip with Great Salt Lake Audubon
Great Salt Lake Audubon hosts field trips, presenting opportunities to take in the beautiful landscapes and diverse wildlife surrounding Great Salt Lake! Upcoming trips:
- Bountiful Pond, May 31 from 7 a.m. to 11 a.m.
- Mountain Dell Rec. Area, June 4 from 7:30 a.m. to 12 p.m.
- Yellow Fork Canyon, June 8 from 7 a.m. to 11 a.m.
Can't make these events but want to attend a future trip? Check out Great Salt Lake Audubon's website.
Take a walk this summer with state park rangers
While walking along the beaches of the lake with Great Salt Lake State Park rangers, you'll be treated to facts about the natural and cultural history of the area and stunning views of the lake and its wildlife. Morning walks are planned for these dates:
- June 21
- July 26
Full moon walks are planned for:
- June 11
- July 10
- Aug. 9
- Sept. 7
- Oct. 6
Participate in Seven Canyons Trust's Range 2 River Relay
On Saturday, Sept. 20, participants of this relay course will explore Salt Lake Valley waterways through biking, running, and non-motorized boating. Participants can register as a team or individually. Click here to learn more.
Take a self-guided tour of the Great Salt Lake Shorelands Preserve
The preserve covers 4,400 acres of wetland and upland habitat just outside of Layton. According to its website, some of the largest wildlife gatherings to be recorded have been viewed from the visitor center. The Great Salt Lake Shorelands Preserve invites the public to download an audio tour to guide their visits. Current operating hours are 7 a.m. to 6 p.m. Learn more here.
