🔥 We're Hiring!!
We are excited to announce the search for our 2026 Summer Bill Levitt Fellow! Join our team this summer to help protect Alta for future generations. This position offers a flexible work schedule and provides an excellent opportunity to gain hands-on experience in nonprofit work. With competitive pay of $15 an hour and the chance to earn college credit, this is an opportunity you won’t want to miss. Apply now to make a meaningful impact while building valuable skills.
Job details at link in bio or /jobopenings
Join Friends of Alta and wildlife conservation biologist Shawn Pladas for an insightful session on the Black Rosy-Finch's. Shawn will introduce the species’ background, highlighting important knowledge gaps and ongoing threats that impact its survival. Learn about innovative research approaches used to address these gaps, including RFID tracking and stable isotope analysis. Shawn will also share exciting details about new studies involving the Motus Wildlife Tracking System and bird tagging efforts, offering a glimpse into how technology helps scientists monitor movement and behavior. This event is a great chance to discover more about this elusive alpine bird, the challenges it faces, and cutting-edge conservation efforts underway to protect it.
Whether you’re a bird enthusiast or simply curious about local wildlife, this talk promises to be both informative and enjoyable in a relaxed setting. Come for the science, stay for the atmosphere!
Fisher Beer is a 21+ venue, so you’ll need to bring a valid driver’s license to attend.
📆May 20, 2026
⏰ 7:00 PM to 8:00 PM
📌 Fisher Brewing Company - Salt Lake City, UT
💵FREE event but registration encouraged
Link in bio or /a-close-up-on-black-rosy-finch-research
We want to extend a heartfelt thank you to Dr. Scott Hotaling from Utah State University for his incredibly engaging talk about Climate Change & the Future of the Wasatch! We would also like to thank @scionciderbar for being such incredible hosts.
Did you miss this talk but want to listen? It is now available on our YouTube channel at /watch?v=YacJX8lcR2Y or link in bio.
Check out our upcoming Speaker Series event schedule to make sure you don’t miss any future talks!
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Mother's Day is just around the corner! Don’t forget to surprise the special women in your life with something meaningful this holiday season. Most of our merchandise is currently 25% off, making it the perfect time to find a thoughtful gift. Whether it’s a cozy blanket to keep them warm at night or a stunning photography coffee table book to enjoy, we have exactly what you’re looking for. Celebrate the women you love with gifts that show you care.
Sale ends May 15, 2026
Linkin bio or /shop
⛷️ THIRSTY THURSDAY APRIL 30th
6PM -TAP TALK: @friendsofalta - Climate Change & the Future of the Wasatch
FREE RSVP: 🔗FriendsofAlta.org
LIMITED SPACE!
🚨 PARKING ALERT!🚨
Street parking is extremely limited in #Central9th -- be eco smart & safe - carpool, ride a bike or scooter, @rideuta
TRAX to 900 South or utilize rideshare services!
$5 OFF ALL DRAFT CIDER CARAFES ALL NIGHT LONG
Still time to enter in our silent auction to win one of these amazing experiences! The silent auction will be closing at Noon today (April 24th). So don't miss out on your chance to snag one of these amazing prizes!
Link in bio or /en-US/ticketing/alta-gala-2026-silent-auction
The Alta Gala is a collaborative fundraiser for Alta Community Enrichment, Friends of Alta & Alta Historical Society. The goal is not only to raise money but to raise awareness of these three 501c3 nonprofits in Alta, Utah.
🐦 New Episode about the Rosy-Finch Banding now released!
In this episode, DWR Wildlife Conservation Biologist Shawn Pladas talks about a small, high-elevation bird found in Utah that researchers are trying to learn more about — the rosy-finch. Listen in to learn fun facts about this not-very-commonly-seen bird, what methods biologists are using to study this species and ways you can help.
Thank you to @utah_dnr and @shawnpladas for a great episode!
Check it out at link in bio or https://wildlife.utah.gov/wild-podcast/2294-rosy-finch-banding
We are excited to offer you a special opportunity to purchase two unique items for the Alta Gala Silent Auction. These exclusive items are now available through our online silent auction, which is currently live. This is your chance to own something special while supporting a great cause.
The silent auction will remain open until April 24th at Noon, so be sure to place your bids before the deadline. Don’t miss out on these fantastic items—visit the auction online today and join the bidding excitement!
Link in bio or /en-US/ticketing/alta-gala-2026-silent-auction
The Alta Gala is a collaborative fundraiser for Alta Community Enrichment, Friends of Alta & Alta Historical Society. The goal is not only to raise money but to raise awareness of these three 501c3 nonprofits in Alta, Utah.
🎤 We’re excited to announce the full lineup for our 2026 FOA Speaker Series. This year, we’ve planned a variety of engaging educational talks designed to inspire, inform, and connect our community.
Understanding many of you join us from out of state, we’re doing things a little differently: several of these sessions will be available via Zoom, so you can participate no matter where you are. It’s a perfect way to stay connected and continue learning with us, even from afar.
Mark your calendars and keep an eye out for detailed schedules and registration info coming soon. Whether in person or online, we look forward to seeing you at these special events!
RSVP details at link in bio or /event
Join Us for the Second Speaker Series Talk of 2026!
Join Friends of Alta and wildlife conservation biologist Shawn Pladas for an insightful session on the Black Rosy-Finch's. Shawn will introduce the species’ background, highlighting important knowledge gaps and ongoing threats that impact its survival. Learn about innovative research approaches used to address these gaps, including RFID tracking and stable isotope analysis. Shawn will also share exciting details about new studies involving the Motus Wildlife Tracking System and bird tagging efforts, offering a glimpse into how technology helps scientists monitor movement and behavior. This event is a great chance to discover more about this elusive alpine bird, the challenges it faces, and cutting-edge conservation efforts underway to protect it.
Whether you’re a bird enthusiast or simply curious about local wildlife, this talk promises to be both informative and enjoyable in a relaxed setting. Come for the science, stay for the atmosphere!
Fisher Beer is a 21+ venue, so you’ll need to bring a valid driver’s license to attend.
Shawn Pladas Bio:
Shawn Pladas is a Wildlife Conservation Biologist with the Utah Division of Wildlife Resources (UDWR). His efforts focus on conserving, managing, and understanding Utah’s Species of Greatest Conservation Need (SGCN). He is specifically focused on the wide diversity of Utah’s avian and mammal SGCNs - from bats, kangaroo mice, kit foxes, and pika to rosy-finches, pinyon jays, sage grouse, and more. He implements a diverse group of projects within the UDWR's Wildlife Conservation Program and collaborates with numerous partners on their projects and research, including otter monitoring, shorebird surveys, and migratory bird monitoring. Shawn has extensive experience in sensitive species ecology and an M.S. in Ecology from Southeastern Louisiana University, where he completed research on the movement ecology and associated climate impacts to Mexican free-tailed bat
📆May 20, 2026
⏰ 7:00 PM to 8:00 PM
📌 Fisher Brewing Company - Salt Lake City, UT
💵FREE event but registration encouraged
Link in bio or /a-close-up-on-black-rosy-finch-research
❄ April 2026 events! Join us for these fun events all month long.
Link in bio for registration links or /event
💃 April 4, 2026 - Alta Gala
🌍 April 11, 2026 - Alta Earth Day
🎙 April 30, 2026 - FOA Speaker Series: Climate Change and The Future of the Wasatch
