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SUMMARY:Cancelled - Mission Creek Preserve to Whitewater Preserve Hike
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a special event guided\, point-to-point hike from Mission Creek Preserve to Whitewater Preserve. This moderate to moderately strenuous hike covers 6.5 miles with approximately 850 feet of elevation gain.  \nStarting at the Mission Creek Stone House\, we will follow the West Fork Trail\, gaining over 600 feet at a steady\, gradual pace before connecting with the Pacific Crest Trail. An additional 150-foot climb on the PCT brings us to a scenic overlook of Whitewater Canyon\, after which the route descends steadily to Whitewater Preserve. Along the way\, we will navigate several crossings of the Whitewater River. Friends’ hike leaders will monitor water levels in advance and provide updates prior to the hike. \nNo dogs allowed. Please bring 3 liters of water\, salty snacks\, and lunch. Wear hiking boots\, a hat\, and sunscreen; hiking poles are recommended. Suggest you bring a light weight jacket or windbreaker. \nA $65.00 fee per person is required to cover bus transportation. The bus will transport participants to Mission Creek Preserve. Approximately 2:00 PM the bus will meet us at Whitewater Preserve for the return trip. \nRSVP required by Wednesday\, March 18. Meet at 7:00 AM for an on-time departure at 7:15 AM. Cancellation policy: notice must be received prior to March 14 for a refund. \nWe will meet in the Sam’s Club parking lot. View map for directions to the meeting location: 33.80072\, -116.38642 \nFor more information contact Friends of the Desert Mountains 760-568-9918 or the Visitor Center at 760-862-9984.
URL:https://www.desertmountains.org/event/mission-creek-preserve-to-whitewater/
LOCATION:Sam’s Club Parking Lot\, 34220 Monterey Ave\, Palm Desert\, CA\, 92211\, United States
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SUMMARY:Ed Hastey Garden Walk - Start Time Changed to 9am
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-24/
LOCATION:Santa Rosa & San Jacinto Mountains National Monument Visitor Center\, 51500 Highway 74\, Palm Desert\, CA\, 92260\, United States
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SUMMARY:Astronomical Society of the Desert Lecture: Astronomical Fun
DESCRIPTION:Dr. Stephenie Slahor is a lawyer\, writer\, lecturer\, and professor. Astronomy has some heady\, serious\, puzzling\, and mysterious topics that we’ve heard about from our prior speakers this year.  But enough of that for now!  There is also a fun\, curious\, and amusing side of astronomy\, and that’s where we’ll land tonight.  Dr. Stephenie Slahor will talk about “Astronomical Fun!” \nThis free event will be held at the Portola Community Center\, 45-480 Portola Ave.\, Palm Desert\, 92260. No RSVP required. Doors open at 6:30 pm for refreshments and the talk begins at 7:00 pm. Open to all ages. \nPresented by the Astronomical Society of the Desert.
URL:https://www.desertmountains.org/event/astronomical-society-of-the-desert-lecture-astronomical-fun/
LOCATION:Portola Community Center\, 45480 Portola Ave\, =\, Palm Desert\, Palm Desert\, 92260\, United States
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