Carrizo Canyon Interpretative Hike
2024-11-21 08:30 - 11:00, 2024-11-24 08:30 - 11:00, 2024-12-05 08:30 - 11:00, 2024-12-08 08:30 - 11:00, 2024-12-12 08:30 - 11:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | Art Smith Trailhead, MH9R+7Q, Palm Desert, CA, 92260, United States
This bighorn sheep habitat is only open 3 months a year!

Carrizo Canyon is open 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.
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. Hike rating is easy, approximately 3 miles round trip. Elevation gain is approximately 300 feet. Bring snacks and 2 liters of water per person. Wear close-toed shoes, sun hat and sunscreen. Sorry no dogs allowed on this trail.
RSVP is required and you must bring your ticket with you for check-in 15 minutes prior to start time. Ticket reservations begin 14 days prior to the event. A suggested non-refundable donation of $5.00 per person is appreciated and encouraged to support our volunteer programs.
For more information contact the Visitor Center at 760-862-9984.
Please note: 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.
View map at coordinates: 33.667957, -116.407666
Sponsored by Friends of the Desert Mountains. Visit our website at www.DesertMountains.org

Dead Indian Canyon Interpretative Hike
2024-11-21 08:30 - 11:00, 2024-11-24 08:30 - 11:00, 2024-12-05 08:30 - 11:00, 2024-12-08 08:30 - 11:00, 2024-12-12 08:30 - 11:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | Art Smith Trailhead, MH9R+7Q, Palm Desert, CA, 92260, United States
This bighorn sheep habitat is only open 3 months a year!

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.
This trail traverses a sandy wash with uneven terrain with cobble (small rocks). Hike rating is easy, approximately 2 miles round trip. Elevation gain is approximately 200 feet. Sorry no dogs allowed on this trail. Bring snacks and 2 liter of water per person. Wear close-toed shoes, sun hat and sunscreen.
RSVP is required and you must bring your ticket with you for check-in 15 minutes prior to start time. Ticket reservations begin 14 days prior to the event. A suggested non-refundable donation of $5.00 per person is appreciated and encouraged to support our volunteer programs.
For more information contact the Visitor Center at 760-862-9984.
Please note: 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.
View map at coordinates: 33.667957, -116.407666
Sponsored by Friends of the Desert Mountains. Visit our website at www.DesertMountains.org

Volunteer Only: Visitor Center Training
2024-11-21 13:00 - 15:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | Santa Rosa & San Jacinto Mountains National Monument Visitor Center, 51500 Highway 74, Palm Desert, CA, 92260, United States
Orientation for new and returning volunteers to the Visitor Center. Join us to learn more about our Visitor Center program.

Existing Visitor Center volunteers and new volunteers interested in learning more about working in the Monument Visitor Center – PLEASE ATTEND ONE OF THESE SESSIONS.
Do you enjoy learning about our National Monument, interacting with the public, and educating them on all the wonderful things we have to offer? Are you available to work a 4 hour shift on Friday, Saturday, or Sunday? Visitor Center volunteers handle a variety of tasks that include talking to the public, stocking shelves, handling the cash register/store sales and more.
This training is designed to enhance the knowledge of our existing volunteers and introduce new volunteers to the tasks involved in working the gift shop and Visitor Center. The class will cover job skills/requirements and provide detailed instructions and notes.
Questions? Contact Dallas Willams at 760 568-9918 or email dwilliams@desertmountains.org
To learn more about volunteering with us, go to www.DesertMountains.org/portal to complete an application and read the handbook describing all our opportunities.

Birding Walk-About, Visitor Center
2024-11-22 08:00 - 09:00, 2024-12-06 08:00 - 09:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | Santa Rosa & San Jacinto Mountains National Monument Visitor Center, 51500 Highway 74, Palm Desert, CA, 92260, United States
Calling All Birders!

Our experienced 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 at the new observation area. Then on to the Ed Hastey Garden Walk (paved) and tortoise habitat areas. From the parking area, we will take a short walk to the Randall Henderson Trail to check out the lower sandy wash area where other birds may be found.
Bring your binoculars, 1 liter of water, sun hat, sunscreen, and camera. Sorry, no dogs allowed on this trail.
RSVP is required and you must bring your ticket with you for check-in 15 minutes prior to start time. Ticket reservations begin 14 days prior to the event. A suggested non-refundable donation of $5.00 per person is appreciated and encouraged to support our volunteer programs.
For more information contact the Visitor Center at 760-862-9984.
Sponsored by Friends of the Desert Mountains. Visit our website at www.DesertMountains.org

Cove to Lake Overlook Interpretative Hike
2024-11-23 08:00 - 11:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | La Quinta Cove Trails Parking Lot, Calle Tecate & Avenida Bermudas, La Quinta, CA, 92253, United States
Explore a popular trail in La Quinta Cove!

Join Friends’ volunteer docent for this interpretative hike to the Morrow Trail Overlook to Lake Cahuilla. This is an easy hike through loose sand and established pathways.
We begin with a gradual incline, dip into a wash and then gradually climb and descend, ups and downs, along a rocky path to an overlook of manmade Lake Cahuilla. We will hike about 5 miles out and back over 2-3 hours. Along the way we will discuss Coachella Valley water supply and conservation, including native plants and their adaptation to our water capacity.
Bring 2 liters of water, snacks, wear closed-toed shoes, a sun hat and sunscreen. Sorry, no dogs allowed on this trail.
RSVP is required, and you must bring your ticket with you for check-in 15 minutes prior to start time. Ticket reservations begin 14 days prior to the event.
A suggested non-refundable donation of $5.00 per person is appreciated and encouraged to support our volunteer programs.
For more information contact the Visitor Center at 760-862-9984.
View map at U TM coordinates: 33.648969, -116.309324

Public Lands Day, Monumental Clean-up at SRSJMN Monument Visitor Center
2024-11-23 08:00 - 12:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | Santa Rosa & San Jacinto Mountains National Monument Visitor Center, 51500 Highway 74, Palm Desert, CA, 92260, United States
Show your love and support for public lands!

Show your love and support of public lands by going outdoors and helping with some maintenance around the Santa Rosa and San Jacinto Mountains National Monument Visitor Center. Help with planting new native plants along with other maintenance.
For more information contact the Visitor Center at 760-862-9984.
Hosted by the Santa Rosa & San Jacinto Mountains National Monument Visitor Center.Co-sponsored by Friends of the Desert Mountains.

Star Party in the Mountains
2024-11-23 17:00 - 21:00 UTC | Sawmill Trailhead Parking Lot, HGHX+XQG, Pinyon Pines, CA
Join members of the Astronomical Society of the Desert for fun “sky tours” and direct observations of the night sky through telescopes and binoculars.
This is a family event. Minors must be accompanied by parent or guardian. For more information call 760-862-9984.
Etiquette: please do not touch equipment unless requested. No white lights near telescope field.
NOTE: OVERCAST SKIES AND HIGH WINDS CANCEL THIS EVENT.
View map & UTM coordinates for the Sawmill Parking Lot: 33.57995, -116.45056

Nature Walk at Blixseth Park
2024-11-26 00:00 UTC | CA
Our volunteers will take you on a nature walk in Rancho Mirage.

Join our Friends’ volunteer docents for a nature walk in Blixseth Mountain Park. The Park features native desert landscape, walking paths and benches for observing desert vistas, plants and geography. We will share fun facts about desert flora and fauna as well as interesting information about the Native Cahuilla people.
This is a leisurely 1.0 mile narrow walking path on uneven terrain with no elevation gain and little shade. This path is friendly to dogs on a leash. Bring 1 liter of water, a sun hat, sunscreen and wear close-toed shoes
RSVP is required and you must bring your ticket with you for check-in 15 minutes prior to start time. Ticket reservations begin 14 days prior to the event. A suggested non-refundable donation of $5.00 per person is appreciated and encouraged to support our volunteer programs.
For more information contact the Visitor Center at 760-862-9984.
View map at U TM coordinates: 33.742715, -116.420995

Garstin Trail Hike
2024-11-26 09:00 - 12:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | Garstin/Earl Henderson Trail, Bogert Trail at Barona Rd, Palm Springs, CA, 92264, United States
Our volunteers will take you on a guided hike through the Santa Rosa & San Jacinto Mountains National Monument!

Join our Friends’ volunteer docent hiking the Garstin trail and getting your daily outdoor exercise. Learn the importance of this critical habitat area for the endangered Casey’s June Beetle and other tidbits about Palm Springs history and the National Monument. Hike rating is moderate. Elevation gain is approximately 800 feet and 3 miles roundtrip. Sorry, no dogs are allowed on this trail. Bring 2 liters of water, snacks, wear closed-toed shoes, sun hat and sunscreen.
RSVP 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.
For more information contact the Visitor Center at 760-862-9984.
We will meet at the trailhead located off Bogert Trail at Barona Road. View map & U TM coordinates: 33.77621, -116.53132
Sponsored by Friends of the Desert Mountains. Visit our website at www.DesertMountains.org

Earl Henderson Trail Hike
2024-11-28 00:00 UTC | CA
Enjoy 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.
RSVP 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.
For more information contact the Visitor Center at 760-862-9984.
We will meet at the trailhead located off Bogert Trail at Barona Road. View map & U TM coordinates: 33.77621, -116.53132

Theilman Trail Hike
2024-12-03 09:00 - 12:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | Theilman Trailhead aka Frank Bogert, Bogert Trail and Andreas Hills Drive, Palm Springs, CA, 92264, United States
Our volunteers will take you on a guided hike through the Santa Rosa & San Jacinto Mountains National Monument!

Grab your hiking poles and join our Friends’ volunteer docent, on the Theilman Trail. This urban hike begins with a few rolling hills, a steep ascent with some switchbacks and levels out as you near the Whitehorse intersection. Once you reach the top, there are sweeping vistas of the Coachella Valley, Mount San Jacinto, the Santa Rosa mountains, and Little San Bernardino mountains. Along the way you will learn about the National Monument and some of the colorful local history of Palm Springs.
This 3.5-mile hike is rated strenuous with an elevation gain of 700 feet. Sorry no dogs are allowed on this trail. Bring 2 liters of water, snacks, wear closed-toed shoes, sun hat and sunscreen.
RSVP 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.
For more information contact the Visitor Center at 760-862-9984.
We will meet at the trailhead located off Bogert Trail and Andreas Hills Drive. View map/U TM coordinates: 33.765914, -116.524946
Sponsored by Friends of the Desert Mountains. Visit our website at www.DesertMountains.org

Yoga with a Ranger
2024-12-05 09:00 - 10:00, 2024-12-12 09:00 - 10:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | Santa Rosa & San Jacinto Mountains National Monument Visitor Center, 51500 Highway 74, Palm Desert, CA, 92260, United States
Join a park ranger for yoga at a National Monument!

Join a National Monument park ranger for an outdoor fun yoga flow for all skill levels. Connect with the landscape through a sequence of physical postures, movements, and breathing techniques that also strengthen your body and mind. Poses commonly mimic Earth, animals and trees. This outdoor activity is routinely performed barefoot.
Bring a yoga mat or towel, water, and sunscreen. Limited to 15 participants. Meet on the Visitor Center patio.
Reservations required and must bring ticket with you at check-in. Reservations begin 14 days prior to the event.
For more information call 760-862-9984.
UTM Coordinates for the Visitor Center are 33.67149, -116.40839
Santa Rosa & San Jacinto Mountains National Monument Visitor Center. Co-sponsored by Friends of the Desert Mountains.

Plantas nativas en el valle de Coachella
2024-12-05 17:30 - 19:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | Coachella Branch Library, 1500 6th Street, Coachella, CA, 92236, United States
Come learn about native plants and how to use them in your garden.

Randall Henderson Trail Interpretative Hike
2024-12-07 08:30 - 11:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | Randall Henderson Trailhead, 51500 Highway 74, Palm Desert, CA, 92260, United States
Explore this popular trail on the National Monument

Our Friends’ volunteer docent will take you on a guided hike through the Santa Rosa & San Jacinto Mountains National Monument! You will see excellent views of the Coachella Valley and learn the history of the area. You will see many unique desert plants and learn how they survive the long hot summers. There are lizards and animals on the trail including a chance to see the endangered desert tortoises.
This trail is in a sandy wash, and portions can be on narrow uneven desert terrain. We will hike all loops of the trail approximately 2.5-miles round trip. The elevation gain is approximately 250 feet. This hike is considered easy. Bring 2 liters of water, snacks, wear closed-toed shoes, a sun hat and sunscreen. Sorry, no dogs allowed on this trail.
RSVP is required and you must bring your ticket with you for check-in 15 minutes prior to start time. Ticket reservations begin 14 days prior to the event. A suggested non-refundable donation of $5.00 per person is appreciated and encouraged to support our volunteer programs.
For more information contact the Visitor Center at 760-862-9984.
Please note: we will meet in the Randall Henderson Trailhead parking area at the Visitor Center.
VIEW MAP at UTM coordinates: 33.670193, -116.406895
Sponsored by Friends of the Desert Mountains. Visit our website at www.DesertMountains.org

McCallum Trail Adaptive Sports Hike
2024-12-07 08:30 - 11:00 UTC | Coachella Valley Preserve, 29200 Thousand Palms Canyon Road, Thousand Palms, CA, 92276, United States
Join SoCal Adaptive Sports and Friends of the Desert Mountains volunteer docents on a hike for persons with disabilities, their family, and friends to Simone Pond.
The Coachella Valley Preserve has the second largest fan palm oasis in the valley. The trail begins at the “palm house” through the oasis along the wash to the restored Simone Pond. This lush oasis is home to several endangered flora and fauna and the San Andreas fault. A great local colorful pioneer historical area. The trail is an out/back, approximately 2 miles total distance with minimal elevation.
Bring snacks, 2 liters of water per person and your hiking poles. Wear close-toed shoes, sun hat and sunscreen.

Register

For more information, contact Michael at mike@socaladaptivesports.org or 760-469-9207.
View map at UTM coordinates: 33.83795, -116.30873

Desert Mountains Art Fair
2024-12-07 09:00 - 15:30 UTC | Santa Rosa & San Jacinto Mountains National Monument Visitor Center, 51500 Highway 74, Palm Desert, CA, 92260, United States
Join us at our monthly Desert Mountains Art Fair! Mediums may include photography, paintings, ceramics, hand painted silks, and more.
Support local artists and find beautiful and unique gifts and desert mementos, all while enjoying the natural beauty of our desert mountains!
For more information contact the Visitor Center at 760-862-9984.

Sponsored by the Santa Rosa & San Jacinto Mountains National Monument Visitor Center in partnership with Friends of the Desert Mountains.

A Monument in Your Backyard - An Overview of the SRSJM National Monument
2024-12-07 09:30 - 10:30 (America/Los_Angeles) | Santa Rosa & San Jacinto Mountains National Monument Visitor Center, 51500 Highway 74, Palm Desert, CA, 92260, United States
Enjoy lectures at the Santa Rosa & San Jacinto Mountain National Monument Visitor Center.

Ready, set, explore! The Santa Rosa and San Jacinto Mountains National Monument is a national treasure with over 280 miles of designated trails, geological wonders, thousands of plant and animal species and a living laboratory for various scientific studies.
Embark on a visual journey of the Monument while learning more about the biological, cultural, geological, recreational, educational and scientific values it was designated for.
Space is limited, must RSVP. Reservations begin 14 days prior to event.
For more information contact the Visitor Center at 760-862-9984.
View map at UTM coordinates: 33.67149, -116.40839
Hosted by the Santa Rosa & San Jacinto Mountains National Monument Visitor Center. Co-sponsored by Friends of the Desert Mountains.

Theilman Trail Hike
2024-12-10 09:00 - 12:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | Theilman Trailhead aka Frank Bogert, Bogert Trail and Andreas Hills Drive, Palm Springs, CA, 92264, United States
Grab your hiking poles and join our Friends’ volunteer docent, on the Theilman Trail. This urban hike begins with a few rolling hills, a steep ascent with some switchbacks and levels out as you near the Whitehorse intersection. Once you reach the top, there are sweeping vistas of the Coachella Valley, Mount San Jacinto, the Santa Rosa mountains, and Little San Bernardino mountains. Along the way you will learn about the National Monument and some of the colorful local history of Palm Springs.
This 3.5-mile hike is rated strenuous with an elevation gain of 700 feet. Sorry no dogs are allowed on this trail. Bring 2 liters of water, snacks, wear closed-toed shoes, sun hat and sunscreen.
RSVP 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.
For more information contact the Visitor Center at 760-862-9984.
We will meet at the trailhead located off Bogert Trail and Andreas Hills Drive. View map/U TM coordinates: 33.765914, -116.524946

VOLUNTEER ONLY: Birds of the Coachella Valley
2024-12-10 13:30 - 14:30 (America/Los_Angeles) | Friends of the Desert Mountains Conference Room, 51500 Highway 74, Palm Desert, CA, 92260, United States
Enjoy lectures to enhance your knowledge and share with the public.

Expand your knowledge of the Desert Mountains and be a better “Friend”. Kurt Leuschner is a Professor of Natural Resources at College of the Desert. Kurt has extensive experience abroad and domestic and will be talking about birds found on the local areas throughout the valley.
Questions? Contact Dallas Willams at 760 568-9918 or email dwilliams@desertmountains.org
VOLUNTEERS: Please register.
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This event is for current volunteers only. To volunteer with us, go to https://www.desertmountains.org/become-a-volunteer/ to complete an application.

Painted Canyon Hike
2024-12-11 08:30 - 11:30 (America/Los_Angeles) | Box Canyon and Painted Canyon Roads, Box Canyon Road and Painted Canyon Road, Mecca, CA, 92254, United States
Our volunteers will take you on a guided hike in the proposed Chuckwalla National Monument.

Join us for a Family Friendly Interpretive Walk in the Painted Canyon found in the Mecca Wilderness and the proposed Chuckwalla National Monument. We will walk up a canyon full of amazing geology with colors that you will not see elsewhere, before returning the way we came.
This is not to be confused with the Ladders Hike. This is an in-and-out walk, classified as easy with a distance of 2 miles and an elevation gain of about 200 feet. Bring 2 liters of water, a snack to enjoy, wear closed-toed shoes, sun hat and sunscreen.
RSVP is required and you must bring your ticket with you for check-in 15 minutes prior to start time. 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. For more information contact Friends at 760-568-9918.
NOTE: We will meet at the intersection of Box Canyon Rd and Painted Canyon Rd and caravan to the trailhead.
View map/UTM coordinates: 33.575860, -115.996090
