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SUMMARY:Fall Bioblitz: Santa Rosa & San Jacinto Mountains National Monument
DESCRIPTION:The Santa Rosa and San Jacinto Mountains is a hotspot for biodiversity with over 3\,100 species. Help us find and document more species by participating in this year-long bioblitz event to keep identifying new species. \nAnyone can participate by going outside and exploring any of the over 280+ miles of designated trails in the Monument and identifying any plants or animals you see using the iNaturalist app on your phone. Be sure to add the Santa Rosa and San Jacinto Mountains National Monument project to your iNaturalist account to participate. Learn more about iNaturalist here. \nParticipants are encouraged to explore the trails and record as many species as they can using the iNaturalist app. There will be one day that week that participants can participate in a special bioblitz event with other participants and local researchers and specialists. Info can be requested by calling the Friends of the Desert Mountains at 760-568-9918 or the Visitor Center (760) 862-9984 a week prior to the start of the event. \nLocation: Special one day event with researchers and specialists is To Be Determined. Otherwise\, participants can explore any of the Monument trails on their own at any time. \nGuides: Various Santa Rosa and San Jacinto Mountains National Monument staff and research partners \nTHE REGISTRATION HERE IS TO PARTICIPATE IN THE WEEK-LONG EVENT. REGISTRATION FOR A DAY OUT WITH OUR RESEARCHERS WILL BE POSTED THE WEEK PRIOR. We will send an email to registered participants to advise when sign-ups are ready for this special research activity. Space will be limited\, so sign up ASAP after receiving notice. This is a free event. \nPlease register here \nSponsored by the Bureau of Land Management and the U.S. Forest Service in collaboration with the Friends of the Desert Mountains.
URL:https://www.desertmountains.org/event/fall-bioblitz-santa-rosa-san-jacinto-mountains-national-monument-3/
LOCATION:Santa Rosa & San Jacinto Mountains National Monument\, 51500 Highway 74\, Palm Desert\, CA\, 92260\, United States
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SUMMARY:26th Anniversary Hike – SRSJM National Monument
DESCRIPTION:Description: Come out to celebrate the Monument’s 26th anniversary with a special hike lead by the Monument Manager for the Santa Rosa and San Jacinto Mountains National Monument. Join her on a hike on the spectacular Pacific Crest National Scenic Trail and learn about some of the epic resources unique to the Monument! \nOverview: This moderate hike (Rating of 55) is generally suitable for novice hikers who want a bit of a challenge. The terrain will involve a moderate incline and may have some steeper sections. \nTime: 8:30AM – 1:00 PM \nDifficulty: Moderate (Rating: 55); For more information about the Difficulty Rating: Shenandoah Hiking Difficulty Scale \nDistance: 5 miles \nElevation Gain: 300 feet \nTerrain & Obstacles: This trail goes through a desert wash\, uneven terrain. \nRequirements: Minimum 2 liters of water and a snack\, Closed-toe shoes\, No dogs allowed \nRecommended: Sunscreen and hat\, Hiking poles\, Long sleeve shirt \nMeeting Location: Meet at Pacific Crest Trail\, about a mile south on Snow Creek Road off Highway 111. West of Windy Point\, near the Interstate 10 and Highway 111 intersection.  Do not enter private residential area.  Coordinates: 33.89374\, -116.68297 \nRSVP is required. Check-in begins 15 minutes prior to departure time. For more information contact Santa Rosa and San Jacinto Mountains National Monument Visitor Center at 760-862-9984 or Friends of the Desert Mountains at 760-568-9918. \nREGISTER HERE
URL:https://www.desertmountains.org/event/hike-for-the-26th-anniversary-celebration-of-the-santa-rosa-and-san-jacinto-mountains-national-monument/
LOCATION:Pacific Crest Trail Snow Creek\, Snow Creek Canyon Road and PCT\, Whitewater\, CA\, 92282\, United States
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SUMMARY:Full Moon Hike at the Indio Badlands Trail
DESCRIPTION:Description: Strap on your hiking boots for a family-friendly 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. \nOverview: This easy hike (Rating below 50) is generally suitable for anyone who enjoys walking. Mostly level or with a slight incline. \nTime: 7:00PM – 9:00PM \nDifficulty: Easiest (Rating: 40); For more information about the Difficulty Rating: Shenandoah Hiking Difficulty Scale \nDistance: 2 miles \nElevation Gain: 150 feet \nTerrain & Obstacles: This out and back trip will include getting up onto the ridge. \nRequirements: Bring 1-2 liters of water\, Closed-toe shoes. \nRecommended: Flashlight\, hiking poles \nMeeting Location: Meet at the Indio Hills Badlands Trailhead\, 42000 Golf Center Parkway\, Indio\, CA 92203                      UTM Coordinates: 33.744235\, -116.199386 \nA suggested non-refundable donation of $10.00 per person is appreciated and encouraged to support our volunteer programs.\n \n 
URL:https://www.desertmountains.org/event/indio-badlands-fullmoonhike/
LOCATION:Indio Badlands Trailhead\, 42000 Golf Center Pkwy\, Indio\, CA\, 92203
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SUMMARY:Star Gazing Under A Desert Full Moon
DESCRIPTION:While the brilliant moonlight means the faintest\, most distant galaxies will take a back seat tonight\, it opens the door to a completely different astronomical spectacle. Our volunteer astronomers will turn their high-powered telescopes toward the Moon itself to explore its dramatic craters\, mountain peaks\, and ancient lava plains in stunning detail. You will enjoy a quiet\, cool desert evening above the urban lights. Sorry no dogs allowed near the telescopes. \nBring 1-liter water. RSVP is required. Check-in at the hike table at the Homestead Trail. View map/UTM coordinates for directions to trailhead location: 33.709048\, -116.398609 \nPLEASE NOTE: CHECK WEATHER BEFORE DEPARTING\, THIS EVENT WILL BE CANCELED FOR HEAVY CLOUD COVER\, WIND OR RAIN. \nFor more information contact Friends of the Desert Mountains 760-568-9918. \nA suggested nonrefundable donation of $10.00 per person is appreciated and encouraged to support our volunteer programs.
URL:https://www.desertmountains.org/event/stargazing-homme-adams-park/
LOCATION:Homme Adams Park\, 72500 Thrush Road\, Palm Desert\, CA\, 92260\, United States
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SUMMARY:Palm Desert Full Moon Hikes (NEW!)
DESCRIPTION:We are excited to announce Full Moon Hikes in Palm Desert! There will be four different hikes offered\, please read each description carefully and select the trail best for your skill level. \nHomestead Trail: (MODERATE; for Experienced Hikers) This hike has full moon shadows beginning with the Homestead Trailhead\, to the Hopalong Cassidy Trail\, as you descend the moon will be hidden behind the mountainside on the way to the Gabby Hayes Trail and to Cahuilla Hills Park and returning to Homme Adams Park. The elevation is 500-feet. This is a 2.2-mile loop trail on sandy uneven desert terrain for an experienced hiker to enjoy. IMPORTANT: 25% of the trail is in the dark\, must bring a headlamp and hiking poles are recommended.\n \nCahuilla Hills and Fox Canyon: (EASY; for Beginner Hikers) The hike begins at the Homestead trailhead to Cahuilla Hills Park. We exit the Park heading north by Fox Canyon where we will loop back to the Gabby Hayes trail and return to check-in. Elevation is 250-feet. This is a 2.1-mile lollipop trail on a sandy uneven desert terrain.\n \nCahuilla Hills and Gabby Hayes: (EASY; for Beginner Hikers) We begin the hike at the Homestead trailhead to Cahuilla Hills Park. At the tennis courts we turn left to the Gabby Hayes Trail and loop back through the park. Returning to check-in. Elevation is 200-feet. This is a 1.75-mile lollipop trail on a sandy uneven desert terrain.\n \nMoon Walk at Homme Adams Park: (EASIEST; for any Hiker) This is an easy stroll in the moonlight and listen to the quiet nighttime desert. This is a 1.0-mile loop walk on a sandy uneven track with some cobble. This walk is easy for all family members and persons with limited mobility.\n \nTime: 7:00PM – 9:00PM \nRequirements: Bring 1-2 liter of water per person\, and wear close-toed shoes. \nMeeting Location: All hikes check in at the Homestead Trailhead; UTM Coordinates: 33.709048\, -116.398609 \nFor more information contact Friends of the Desert Mountains at 760-568-9918. \nA suggested non-refundable donation of $10.00 per person is appreciated and encouraged to support our volunteer programs.
URL:https://www.desertmountains.org/event/palmdesert-full-moon-hike/
LOCATION:Homme Adams Park\, 72500 Thrush Road\, Palm Desert\, CA\, 92260\, United States
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