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SUMMARY:Mecca Aster Canyon Hike
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a hike into the Chuckwalla National Monument. On this hike we will walk through a wash full of amazing geology with colors that you will not see elsewhere. We will explore an impressive slot canyon with walls towering over our head and then return to the main canyon to continue exploring. With some luck\, we will see some Mecca asters. \nThis hike is classified as easy with a distance of 3 miles and an elevation gain of over 300 feet. Bring 2 liters of water\, a snack to enjoy\, wear closed-toed shoes\, sun hat and sunscreen. \nRSVP is required. Ticket reservations begin 14 days prior to the event. A suggested nonrefundable donation of $5.00 per person is appreciated and encouraged to support our volunteer programs. \nREGISTER \nFor more information contact Friends at 760-568-9918. \nNOTE: We will meet at the intersection of Box Canyon Rd and Painted Canyon Rd and caravan to the trailhead. \nView map/UTM coordinates: 33.575860\, -115.996090
URL:https://www.desertmountains.org/event/mecca-aster-canyon-hike-3/
LOCATION:Box Canyon and Painted Canyon Roads\, Box Canyon Road and Painted Canyon Road\, Mecca\, CA\, 92254\, United States
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SUMMARY:Earl Henderson Trail Hike
DESCRIPTION:Our volunteers will take you on a guided hike through the Santa Rosa & San Jacinto Mountains National Monument!\n\n\nEnjoy this easy hike along the hillside above Araby Wash. Explore the wonders of this critical habitat area to learn about the endangered Casey’s June Beetle and fire ecology in this sensitive habitat area. On our return loop\, we will wander down into the wash to checkout a few desert plants. Sorry\, no dogs allowed on this trail. This is an easy hiking trail. Distance will be about 3 miles. Elevation gain of 100 feet. Bring 2 liters of water\, snacks\, wear closed-toed shoes\, sun hat and sunscreen. \nRSVP is required and you must bring your ticket with you for check-in 15 minutes prior to start time. Space is limited. Ticket reservations begin 14 days prior to the event. A suggested nonrefundable donation of $5.00 per person is appreciated and encouraged to support our volunteer programs. \nFor more information contact the Visitor Center at 760-862-9984. \nWe will meet at the trailhead located on South Araby Dr.Click here for map/UTM coordinates: 33.794641\, -116.514338
URL:https://www.desertmountains.org/event/earl-henderson-trail-hike-7/
LOCATION:Araby Wash Parking Area\, S. Araby Drive in Araby Wash\, Palm Springs\, CA\, 92264\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250211T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250211T153000
DTSTAMP:20260426T043748
CREATED:20250130T113901Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250130T115001Z
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SUMMARY:Mecca Aster Canyon Hike - noon departure
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a hike into the Chuckwalla National Monument. On this hike we will walk through a wash full of amazing geology with colors that you will not see elsewhere. We will explore an impressive slot canyon with walls towering over our head and then return to the main canyon to continue exploring. With some luck\, we will see some Mecca asters. \nThis hike is classified as easy with a distance of 3 miles and an elevation gain of over 300 feet. Bring 2 liters of water\, a snack to enjoy\, wear closed-toed shoes\, sun hat and sunscreen. \nRSVP is required. Ticket reservations begin 14 days prior to the event. A suggested nonrefundable donation of $5.00 per person is appreciated and encouraged to support our volunteer programs. \nREGISTER \nFor more information contact Friends at 760-568-9918. \nNOTE: We will meet at the intersection of Box Canyon Rd and Painted Canyon Rd and caravan to the trailhead. \nView map/UTM coordinates: 33.575860\, -115.996090
URL:https://www.desertmountains.org/event/mecca-aster-canyon-hike-noon-departure/
LOCATION:Box Canyon and Painted Canyon Roads\, Box Canyon Road and Painted Canyon Road\, Mecca\, CA\, 92254\, United States
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SUMMARY:Mecca Aster Canyon Hike - early sunset departure
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a hike into the Chuckwalla National Monument. On this hike we will walk through a wash full of amazing geology with colors that you will not see elsewhere. We will explore an impressive slot canyon with walls towering over our head and then return to the main canyon to continue exploring. With some luck\, we will see some Mecca asters. \nThis hike is classified as easy with a distance of 3 miles and an elevation gain of over 300 feet. Bring 2 liters of water\, a snack to enjoy\, wear closed-toed shoes\, sun hat and sunscreen. Bring a second warm layer since temperatures will drop during the hike. \nRSVP is required. Ticket reservations begin 14 days prior to the event. A suggested nonrefundable donation of $5.00 per person is appreciated and encouraged to support our volunteer programs. \nREGISTER \nFor more information contact Friends at 760-568-9918. \nNOTE: We will meet at the intersection of Box Canyon Rd and Painted Canyon Rd and caravan to the trailhead. \nView map/UTM coordinates: 33.575860\, -115.996090
URL:https://www.desertmountains.org/event/mecca-aster-canyon-hike-early-sunset-departure/
LOCATION:Box Canyon and Painted Canyon Roads\, Box Canyon Road and Painted Canyon Road\, Mecca\, CA\, 92254\, United States
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SUMMARY:CANCELLED: Night Sky Star Observations in Indio Hills -  Vistazo de estrellas en Indio
DESCRIPTION:DUE TO HEAVY CLOUD COVER THIS EVENT HAS BEEN CANCELLED. DEBIDO A LA DENSA NUBOSIDAD\, ESTE EVENTO HA SIDO CANCELADO.\n\n\nA Friends of the Desert Mountains volunteer astronomer will be setting up a telescope and is inviting you to a “star party”. A clear night sky offers an ever-changing display of fascinating objects to see — stars\, constellations\, bright planets\, a full moon\, and sometimes special events like meteor showers or an eclipse. While observing the night sky\, occasionally we might see the international space station moving over the Coachella Valley. \nA suggested non-refundable donation of $5.00 per person is appreciated and encouraged to support our volunteer programs. Ticket reservations begin 7 days prior to the event. \nNOTE: CHECK WEATHER BEFORE DEPARTING\, THIS EVENT WILL BE CANCELED FOR HEAVY CLOUD COVER\, WIND OR RAIN. \nFor more information contact the Friends of the Desert Mountains at 760-568-9918. \nVIEW MAP at UTM coordinates: 33.744235\, -116.199386 \n——————————— \nLos astrónomos instalarán telescopios y lo invitan a una “fiesta de estrellas”. Un cielo nocturno despejado ofrece una exhibición de objetos fascinantes para ver: estrellas\, constelaciones\, planetas brillantes\, una luna llena y\, a veces\, eventos especiales como lluvias de meteoritos o un eclipse. Mientras observamos el cielo nocturno\, ocasionalmente podemos ver la estación espacial internacional moviéndose sobre el valle de Coachella. \nSe agradece y alienta una donación no reembolsable sugerida de $5.00 por persona para apoyar nuestros programas de voluntariado. Las reservas de boletos comienzan 7 días antes del evento. \nNOTA: CONSULTE EL CLIMA ANTES DE SALIR\, ESTE EVENTO SE CANCELARÁ SI ESTA NUBLANDO\, HAY VIENTO O LLUVIA. \nPara obtener más información\, comuníquese con Friends of the Desert Mountains al 760-568-9918. \nHaga clic aquí para ver el mapa/las coordenadas UTM: 33.744235\, -116.199386
URL:https://www.desertmountains.org/event/night-sky-star-observations-in-indio-hills-vistazo-de-estrellas-en-indio-12/
LOCATION:CA
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SUMMARY:CANCELLED: Indio Badlands Trail Full Moon Hike - 7pm Group
DESCRIPTION:DUE TO HIGH WINDS AND POOR AIR QUALITY\, THIS HIKE HAS BEEN CANCELLED.\n\n\nStrap on your hiking boots for a full moon hike on the first mile of the Indio Badlands Trail. As we embark on this hike\, the moonlight casts enchanting shadows on the desert terrain. The sky will be brilliantly lit up for the desert creatures to be scurrying about. \nThis family-friendly adventure offers a manageable 2-mile out and back hike with minimal elevation gain. Bring your hiking poles for stability getting up to the ridge\, and\, of course\, 1-2 liters of water for each family member. \nThe astronomers will set up their telescopes for star gazing\, adding an extra layer of magic to your night experience in the desert. \nRSVP is required and you must bring your ticket with you for check-in 15 minutes prior to start time. Ticket reservations begin 7 days prior to the event. A suggested non-refundable donation of $5.00 per person is appreciated and encouraged to support our volunteer programs. \nFor more information contact the Friends of the Desert Mountains at 760-568-9918. \nVIEW MAP at UTM coordinates: 33.744235\, -116.199386
URL:https://www.desertmountains.org/event/indio-badlands-trail-full-moon-hike-7pm-group-5/
LOCATION:Indio Hills Badlands Trail\, Golf Center Parkway\, Indio\, CA\, 92203\, United States
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SUMMARY:CANCELLED: Indio Badlands Trail Full Moon Hike - 7:15p Group
DESCRIPTION:DUE TO HIGH WINDS AND POOR AIR QUALITY\, THIS HIKE HAS BEEN CANCELLED.\n\n\nStrap on your hiking boots for a full moon hike on the first mile of the Indio Badlands Trail. As we embark on this hike\, the moonlight casts enchanting shadows on the desert terrain. The sky will be brilliantly lit up for the desert creatures to be scurrying about. \nThis family-friendly adventure offers a manageable 2-mile out and back hike with minimal elevation gain. Bring your hiking poles for stability getting up to the ridge\, and\, of course\, 1-2 liters of water for each family member. \nThe astronomers will set up their telescopes for star gazing\, adding an extra layer of magic to your night experience in the desert. \nRSVP is required and you must bring your ticket with you for check-in 15 minutes prior to start time. Ticket reservations begin 7 days prior to the event. A suggested non-refundable donation of $5.00 per person is appreciated and encouraged to support our volunteer programs. \nFor more information contact the Friends of the Desert Mountains at 760-568-9918. \nVIEW MAP at UTM coordinates: 33.744235\, -116.199386
URL:https://www.desertmountains.org/event/indio-badlands-trail-full-moon-hike-715p-group-4/
LOCATION:Indio Hills Badlands Trail\, Golf Center Parkway\, Indio\, CA\, 92203\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250211T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250211T213000
DTSTAMP:20260426T043748
CREATED:20241105T104637Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250212T071855Z
UID:10000128-1739302200-1739309400@www.desertmountains.org
SUMMARY:CANCELADO: Excursión Bajo la Luna Llena en el Sendero Indio Hills
DESCRIPTION:ESTE EVENTO HA SIDO CANCELADO.\n\n\nPóngase las botas de montaña para una caminata bajo la luna llena en el sendero Indio Hills. Mientras nos embarcamos en esta caminata\, la luz de la luna proyecta sombras encantadoras sobre el terreno desértico. El cielo estará brillantemente iluminado para que las criaturas del desierto puedan corretear. \nEsta aventura familiar ofrece una caminata manejable de 2 millas ida y vuelta con un desnivel mínimo. Traiga sus bastones de senderismo para tener estabilidad al subir a la cresta y\, por supuesto\, mucha agua para cada miembro de la familia. \nLos astrónomos instalarán sus telescopios para observar las estrellas\, añadiendo un toque extra de magia a su experiencia nocturna en el desierto. \nEs necesario confirmar su asistencia y debe traer su boleto para registrarse 15 minutos antes de la hora de inicio. Las reservas de entradas comienzan 7 días antes del evento. Se agradece y alienta una donación no reembolsable sugerida de $5.00 por persona para apoyar nuestros programas voluntariados. \nPara obtener más información\, comuníquese con Friends al 760-568-9918. \nHaga clic aquí para ver el mapa/coordenadas UTM: 33.744235\, -116.199386
URL:https://www.desertmountains.org/event/excursion-bajo-la-luna-llena-en-el-sendero-indio-hills-4/
LOCATION:Indio Hills Badlands Trail\, Golf Center Parkway\, Indio\, CA\, 92203\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250211T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250211T213000
DTSTAMP:20260426T043748
CREATED:20241129T032332Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250212T071607Z
UID:10000192-1739302200-1739309400@www.desertmountains.org
SUMMARY:CANCELLED: Indio Badlands Trail Full Moon Hike - 7:30p Group
DESCRIPTION:DUE TO HIGH WINDS AND POOR AIR QUALITY\, THIS HIKE HAS BEEN CANCELLED.\n\n\nStrap on your hiking boots for a full moon hike on the first mile of the Indio Badlands Trail. As we embark on this hike\, the moonlight casts enchanting shadows on the desert terrain. The sky will be brilliantly lit up for the desert creatures to be scurrying about. \nThis family-friendly adventure offers a manageable 2-mile out and back hike with minimal elevation gain. Bring your hiking poles for stability getting up to the ridge\, and\, of course\, 1-2 liters of water for each family member. \nThe astronomers will set up their telescopes for star gazing\, adding an extra layer of magic to your night experience in the desert. \nRSVP is required and you must bring your ticket with you for check-in 15 minutes prior to start time. Ticket reservations begin 7 days prior to the event. A suggested non-refundable donation of $5.00 per person is appreciated and encouraged to support our volunteer programs. \nFor more information contact the Friends of the Desert Mountains at 760-568-9918. \nVIEW MAP at UTM coordinates: 33.744235\, -116.199386
URL:https://www.desertmountains.org/event/indio-badlands-trail-full-moon-hike-745p-group-5/
LOCATION:Indio Hills Badlands Trail\, Golf Center Parkway\, Indio\, CA\, 92203\, United States
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