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SUMMARY:Birding Walk-About at the Monument Visitor Center
DESCRIPTION:Our experienced Friends’ birding volunteer docent will share interesting facts about the Coachella Valley native species and other migratory birds found in the National Monument. We begin the search for our feathered friends in their native desert habitat on the Randall Henderson Trail into the lower sandy wash. We circle back and walk to the Visitor Center and the birding observation area. Then onto the Ed Hastey Garden Walk (paved) and tortoise habitat area. Total walking distance about 1.0 mile. Elevation gain is about 25 feet. \nBring your binoculars\, 1 liter of water\, sun hat\, sunscreen\, and camera. Sorry\, no dogs are allowed for this event. \nRSVP required. Check-in 15 minutes prior to start time. \nView UTM/Map coordinates: 33.670193\, -116.406895 \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 $10.00 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/birding-walk-about-at-the-monument-visitor-center-10/
LOCATION:Santa Rosa & San Jacinto Mountains National Monument Visitor Center\, 51500 Highway 74\, Palm Desert\, CA\, 92260\, United States
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SUMMARY:Carrizo Canyon Hike
DESCRIPTION:Description: Carrizo Canyon is open October through December and this docent led hike takes you into a canyon that provides a chance to see the endangered Peninsular Bighorn Sheep and other desert critters. Learn about the geology of the area and a great outdoor experience close to downtown Palm Desert. \nOverview: This easy hike (Rating below 50) is generally suitable for anyone who enjoys walking. Mostly level or with a slight incline. \nTime: 8:30AM – 11:00AM \nDifficulty: Easiest (Rating: 40); For more information about the Difficulty Rating: Shenandoah Hiking Difficulty Scale \nDistance: 3 miles \nElevation Gain: 392 feet (equals 40 flights of stairs) \nTerrain & Obstacles: This trail is in a sandy wash with uneven terrain. As the canyon narrows there will be some rocks and small boulders to hike around and step over. Full sun exposure for the duration of the hike. \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: We will meet at the Art Smith Trailhead parking lot located just past the driveway for the Visitor Center approximately 100 feet on the southwest side of Highway 74.   UTM Coordinates: 33.667957\, -116.407666  \nA suggested non-refundable donation of $10.00 per person is appreciated and encouraged to support our volunteer programs. \nReservations: Ticket reservations begin 2 weeks prior to the event and will be published at that time. 
URL:https://www.desertmountains.org/event/carrizo-canyon-hike-28/
LOCATION:Art Smith Trail Parking Lot\, Art Smith Trailhead\, Highway 74\, Palm Desert\, CA\, 92260\, United States
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UID:10001197-1794126600-1794135600@www.desertmountains.org
SUMMARY:Dead Indian Canyon Hike
DESCRIPTION:Description: Dead Indian canyon is only open from October through December and provides wonderful opportunities to see the endangered Peninsular Bighorn Sheep and many other desert critters. You will learn about the geology of the area and a great outdoor experience close to downtown Palm Desert. \nOverview: This easy hike (Rating below 50) is generally suitable for anyone who enjoys walking. Mostly level or with a slight incline. \nTime: 8:30AM – 11:00AM \nDifficulty: Easy (Rating 32); For more information about the Difficulty Rating: Shenandoah Hiking Difficulty Scale \nDistance: 2 miles \nElevation Gain: 250 feet (equals 25 flights of stairs) \nTerrain/Obstacles: This trail traverses a sandy wash with uneven terrain with cobble (small rocks). \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: We will meet at the Art Smith Trailhead parking lot located just past the driveway for the Visitor Center approximately 100 feet on the southwest side of Highway 74.   UTM Coordinates: 33.667957\, -116.407666  \nA suggested non-refundable donation of $10.00 per person is appreciated and encouraged to support our volunteer programs. \nReservations: Ticket reservations begin 2 weeks prior to the event and will be published at that time. 
URL:https://www.desertmountains.org/event/dead-indian-canyon-2026/
LOCATION:Art Smith Trailhead Parking Lot\, MH9R+7Q\, Palm Desert\, CA\, United States
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SUMMARY:Tortoise Chat and Storytime
DESCRIPTION:Come visit our adopted desert tortoise and get answers to your questions about our charming state reptile. \nWe will also be hosting a story time nearby and reading the bi-lingual book\, “The Tortoise and the Jackrabbit”; the first 70 visitors each day will even get a free copy of the book to take home in honor of Desert Tortoise Week. \nBring 1 liter of water\, a sun hat\, sunscreen and wear close-toed shoes. We will be meeting at the Desert Tortoise Enclosure. \nView map/UTM coordinates for visitor center:  33.67149\, -116.40839 \nFor more information contact Friends of the Desert Mountains 760-598-9918 or the Visitor Center at 760-862-9984. \nSponsored by the Bureau of Land Management in partnership with Friends of the Desert Mountains. \nNO RSVP REQUIRED.
URL:https://www.desertmountains.org/event/tortoise-chat-and-storytime-5/
LOCATION:Santa Rosa & San Jacinto Mountains National Monument Visitor Center\, 51500 Highway 74\, Palm Desert\, CA\, 92260\, United States
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