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SUMMARY:Mastadon Peak Trail in Joshua Tree National Park
DESCRIPTION:Join Friends volunteers on our INAUGURAL hike in Joshua Tree National Park at its Southern Entrance. On this hike we will walk through the lush green zone of desert fan palms and cottonwood trees of the Cottonwood Springs Oasis. Then we will head into the Joshua Tree Wilderness area with its amazing geology and diverse plant life. After a short distance we will join the Mastodon Peak Trail that will bring us to the top of a craggy granite peak that offers outstanding view of the park. On the way back to the parking lot\, we will talk about park history with a brief stop at the abandoned Mastodon Mine. \nThis loop hike is classified as moderate\, distance 3.5 miles and 400 feet of elevation gain. Sorry no dogs are allowed in The Park. Bring 3 liters of water\, snacks/lunch\, wear closed-toed shoes\, a sunhat and sunscreen.  Hiking poles are optional. \nRSVP is required. Check-in begins 15 minutes prior to departure time. \nWe will meet in the Cottonwood Springs Oasis Parking Lot. View this map/UTM coordinates: 33.737080\, -115.810768 \nFor more information contact Friends of the Desert Mountains at 760-568-9918 or the Visitor Center at 760-862-9984. \nA suggested non-refundable donation of $5.00 per person is appreciated and encouraged to support our volunteer programs. \nTicket reservations begin 2 weeks prior to the event and will be published at that time. Your optional non-refundable donation is not a ticket to attend.  \n\n 
URL:https://www.desertmountains.org/event/mastadon-peak/
LOCATION:Cottonwood Springs Parking Lot\, P5PQ+RMQ\, Chiriaco Summit\, CA\, United States
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SUMMARY:Ed Hastey Garden Walk
DESCRIPTION:Enjoy strolling the Ed Hastey Garden Walk led by Friends’ volunteer docent. It is a great introduction to learn about native plants and animals that inhabit our desert\, and the value of urban conservation. This short\, easy walk is suitable for persons of all ages and abilities with a paved 3-foot-wide path. All topics are open for conversation such as climate change\, ancestors of the Cahuilla\, geology\, and early history of the foothills of the Santa Rosa Mountains. \nSorry\, no dogs are allowed on this trail. Recommend one 1 liter of water per person\, sun hat and sunscreen. \nRSVP required. Check-in 15 minutes prior to start time. \nView UTM/Map coordinates: 33.67149\, -116.40839  \nFor more information contact Friends of the Desert Mountains 760-568-9918 or the Visitor Center at 760-862-9984. \nA suggested non-refundable donation of $5.00 per person is appreciated and encouraged to support our volunteer programs. \nTicket reservations begin 2 weeks prior to the event and will be published at that time. Your optional non-refundable donation is not a ticket to attend.
URL:https://www.desertmountains.org/event/ed-hastey-garden-walk-22/
LOCATION:Santa Rosa & San Jacinto Mountains National Monument Visitor Center\, 51500 Highway 74\, Palm Desert\, CA\, 92260\, United States
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