Desert Mountain

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

Birding Walk-About, Visitor Center
2024-11-22 08:00 - 09:00, 2024-11-18 08:00 - 09:00, 2024-11-15 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

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.

Dead Indian Canyon Interpretative Hike
2024-11-21 08:30 - 11:00, 2024-11-17 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

Carrizo Canyon Interpretative Hike
2024-11-21 08:30 - 11:00, 2024-11-17 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

VOLUNTEER ONLY: History of Cahuilla People
2024-11-19 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”. Join speaker Kate Anderson as she shares the history of the Cahuilla people. They are one of the oldest, continuously inhabited areas in North America and have a rich cultural heritage.
Questions? Contact Dallas Willams at 760 568-9918 or email dwilliams@desertmountains.org
VOLUNTEERS: Please register.
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.

Volunteer Only: Land Monitoring Training
2024-11-19 12:00 - 13:00 (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 Land Monitoring program.

Existing volunteers and new volunteers interested in learning more about working our Land Monitoring program – PLEASE ATTEND THIS SESSION.
This training is designed to enhance the knowledge of our existing volunteers and introduce new volunteers to the expections of our land monitoring program. 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.

Garstin Trail Hike
2024-11-19 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

Rancho Mirage-Jackrabbit/Bighorn Overlook Trail Full Moon Hike - 8p
2024-11-16 20:00 - 21:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | Rancho Mirage City Hall Parking Lot, 69825 California 111, Rancho Mirage, CA, 92270, United States
Experience the desert in the moonlight!

Join Friends of the Desert Mountains volunteer docents on a full moon hike on the Jackrabbit/Bighorn Overlook trail loop. You will experience the views of our desert mountains in the amazing wash of moonlight and shadows, as well as the urban night lights of the Coachella Valley.
This is a family friendly easy 1-mile hike with 200 feet of elevation gain (approx. 1 hour duration). The trail is narrow, 2 feet wide and on cobbled desert terrain. Bring 1 liter of water per person, headlamp or flashlight and wear close-toed shoes. No dogs allowed for this event.
Check-in begins 15 minutes prior to your group’s departure time. Ticket is required for check-in. Ticket reservations begin 7 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: 33.771071, -116.448379

Rancho Mirage-Jackrabbit/Bighorn Overlook Trail Full Moon Hike - 7:45p
2024-11-16 19:45 - 20:45 (America/Los_Angeles) | Rancho Mirage City Hall Parking Lot, 69825 California 111, Rancho Mirage, CA, 92270, United States

Rancho Mirage-Jackrabbit/Bighorn Overlook Trail Full Moon Hike - 7:30p
2024-11-16 19:30 - 20:30 (America/Los_Angeles) | Rancho Mirage City Hall Parking Lot, 69825 California 111, Rancho Mirage, CA, 92270, United States

Rancho Mirage-Jackrabbit/Bighorn Overlook Trail Full Moon Hike - 7:15p
2024-11-16 19:15 - 20:15 (America/Los_Angeles) | Rancho Mirage City Hall Parking Lot, 69825 California 111, Rancho Mirage, CA, 92270, United States

Rancho Mirage-Chuckwalla Trail Full Moon Hike
2024-11-16 19:00 - 21:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | Rancho Mirage City Hall Parking Lot, 69825 California 111, Rancho Mirage, CA, 92270, United States
Experience the desert in the moonlight!

Grab your hiking boots and join Friends of the Desert Mountains volunteer docents on a full moon hike on the lower portion of the Chuckwalla Trail. You will experience the views of our desert mountains in the amazing wash of moonlight and shadows, as well as the urban night lights of the Coachella Valley.
This is a family friendly easy 2-mile hike with 350 feet of elevation gain. The trail is narrow, 2 feet wide and has 1-steep incline with cobbled desert terrain. Bring 1-2 liters of water per person, headlamp or flashlight and wear close-toed shoes. No dogs allowed for this event.
Check-in begins 15 minutes prior to your group’s departure time. Ticket is required for check-in. Ticket reservations begin 7 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: 33.771071, -116.448379

Randall Henderson Trail Interpretative Hike
2024-11-16 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

Long Canyon Adaptive Sports Hike
2024-11-16 08:30 - 11:00 UTC | Long Canyon Trailhead, XH74+2F, Desert Hot Springs, CA
Join SoCal Adaptive Sports and Friends of the Desert Mountains volunteer docents on a hike for persons with disabilities, their family, and friends on the Long Canyon Trail.
This trail is part of The Joshua National Park. We will explore the area and learn about the Metropolitan Water district and how Los Angeles gets their water. As we enter the wilderness area the desert plants will show us how they have adapted to the higher elevation. The trail is mostly level and very gradual elevation. We will hike about 2 miles total round trip.
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.
Click here to view map at UTM coordinates: 33.962520, -116.443808

La Quinta Full Moon Hike - 8pm Group
2024-11-15 20:00 - 22:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | La Quinta Cove Trails Parking Lot, Calle Tecate & Avenida Bermudas, La Quinta, CA, 92253, United States
Experience the desert in the moonlight!

Experience a hike by moonlight! See the beauty of the shadows and wash of moonlight over our mountains. We will be looking for all types of night creatures along the trail. Our astronomers will have their telescope set-up to view the night sky.
This is a family friendly easy 3-mile loop hike with 150 feet elevation gain. The trail is 6 feet wide at the beginning and narrows to 2 feet wide with cobbled, uneven desert terrain. Bring 1 liter of water per person, headlamp or flashlight and wear closed-toed shoes. Sorry, no dogs allowed on this trail.
Check-in begins 15 minutes prior to your group’s departure time. Ticket is required for check-in. Ticket reservations begin 7 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

La Quinta Full Moon Hike - 7:45p Group
2024-11-15 19:45 - 21:45 (America/Los_Angeles) | La Quinta Cove Trails Parking Lot, Calle Tecate & Avenida Bermudas, La Quinta, CA, 92253, United States

Night Sky Star Observations - La Quinta
2024-11-15 19:30 - 22:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | La Quinta Cove Trails Parking Lot, Calle Tecate & Avenida Bermudas, La Quinta, CA, 92253, United States
Join us to view the night sky through telescopes.

Friends of the Desert Mountains volunteer astronomers will be setting up their telescopes and are inviting you to their “star party”. A clear night sky offers an ever-changing display of fascinating objects to see — stars, constellations, bright planets, a full moon, and sometimes special events like meteor showers or an eclipse. While observing the night sky, occasionally we might see the international space station moving over the Coachella Valley.
A suggested non-refundable donation of $5.00 per person is appreciated and encouraged to support our volunteer programs. Ticket reservations begin 7 days prior to the event.
NOTE: CHECK WEATHER BEFORE DEPARTING, THIS EVENT WILL BE CANCELED FOR HEAVY CLOUD COVER, WIND OR RAIN.
For more information contact the Visitor Center at 760-862-9984.
View map at U TM coordinates: 33.648969, -116.309324

La Quinta Full Moon Hike - 7:30p Group
2024-11-15 19:30 - 21:30 (America/Los_Angeles) | La Quinta Cove Trails Parking Lot, Calle Tecate & Avenida Bermudas, La Quinta, CA, 92253, United States

La Quinta Full Moon Hike - 7:15p Group
2024-11-15 19:15 - 21:15 (America/Los_Angeles) | La Quinta Cove Trails Parking Lot, Calle Tecate & Avenida Bermudas, La Quinta, CA, 92253, United States

La Quinta Full Moon Hike - 7pm Group
2024-11-15 19:00 - 21:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | La Quinta Cove Trails Parking Lot, Calle Tecate & Avenida Bermudas, La Quinta, CA, 92253, United States

Indio Badlands Trail Full Moon Hike - 8pm Group
2024-11-14 20:00 - 22:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | Indio Hills Badlands Trail, Golf Center Parkway, Indio, CA, 92203, United States
Experience the desert in the moonlight!

Strap on your hiking boots for a 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.
This family-friendly adventure offers a manageable 2-mile out and back hike with minimal elevation gain. Bring your hiking poles for stability getting up to the ridge, and, of course, 1-2 liters of water for each family member.
The astronomers will set up their telescopes for star gazing, adding an extra layer of magic to your night experience in the desert.
RSVP is required and you must bring your ticket with you for check-in 15 minutes prior to start time. Ticket reservations begin 7 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 Friends of the Desert Mountains at 760-568-9918.
VIEW MAP at UTM coordinates: 33.744235, -116.199386

Indio Badlands Trail Full Moon Hike - 7:45p Group
2024-11-14 19:45 - 21:45 (America/Los_Angeles) | Indio Hills Badlands Trail, Golf Center Parkway, Indio, CA, 92203, United States

Excursión Bajo la Luna Llena en el Sendero Indio Hills
2024-11-14 19:30 - 21:30 (America/Los_Angeles) | Indio Hills Badlands Trail, Golf Center Parkway, Indio, CA, 92203, United States
Nuestros voluntarios lo llevarán en una caminata a la luz de la luna a través de las tierras baldías de Indio.

Póngase las botas de montaña para una caminata bajo la luna llena en el sendero Indio Hills. Mientras nos embarcamos en esta caminata, la luz de la luna proyecta sombras encantadoras sobre el terreno desértico. El cielo estará brillantemente iluminado para que las criaturas del desierto puedan corretear.
Esta aventura familiar ofrece una caminata manejable de 2 millas ida y vuelta con un desnivel mínimo. Traiga sus bastones de senderismo para tener estabilidad al subir a la cresta y, por supuesto, mucha agua para cada miembro de la familia.
Los astrónomos instalarán sus telescopios para observar las estrellas, añadiendo un toque extra de magia a su experiencia nocturna en el desierto.
Es necesario confirmar su asistencia y debe traer su boleto para registrarse 15 minutos antes de la hora de inicio. Las reservas de entradas comienzan 7 días antes del evento. Se agradece y alienta una donación no reembolsable sugerida de $5.00 por persona para apoyar nuestros programas voluntariados.
Para obtener más información, comuníquese con Friends al 760-568-9918.
Haga clic aquí para ver el mapa/coordenadas UTM: 33.744235, -116.199386

Indio Badlands Trail Full Moon Hike - 7:15p Group
2024-11-14 19:15 - 21:15 (America/Los_Angeles) | Indio Hills Badlands Trail, Golf Center Parkway, Indio, CA, 92203, United States

Night Sky Star Observations in Indio Hills - Vistazo de estrellas en Indio
2024-11-14 19:00 - 22:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | Indio Hills Badlands Trail, Golf Center Parkway, Indio, CA, 92203, United States
Join us to view the night sky through telescopes. Únase a nosotros para ver el cielo nocturno a través de telescopios.

A Friends of the Desert Mountains volunteer astronomer will be setting up a telescope and is inviting you to a “star party”. A clear night sky offers an ever-changing display of fascinating objects to see — stars, constellations, bright planets, a full moon, and sometimes special events like meteor showers or an eclipse. While observing the night sky, occasionally we might see the international space station moving over the Coachella Valley.
A suggested non-refundable donation of $5.00 per person is appreciated and encouraged to support our volunteer programs. Ticket reservations begin 7 days prior to the event.
NOTE: CHECK WEATHER BEFORE DEPARTING, THIS EVENT WILL BE CANCELED FOR HEAVY CLOUD COVER, WIND OR RAIN.
For more information contact the Friends of the Desert Mountains at 760-568-9918.
VIEW MAP at UTM coordinates: 33.744235, -116.199386
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Los astrónomos instalarán telescopios y lo invitan a una “fiesta de estrellas”. Un cielo nocturno despejado ofrece una exhibición de objetos fascinantes para ver: estrellas, constelaciones, planetas brillantes, una luna llena y, a veces, eventos especiales como lluvias de meteoritos o un eclipse. Mientras observamos el cielo nocturno, ocasionalmente podemos ver la estación espacial internacional moviéndose sobre el valle de Coachella.
Se agradece y alienta una donación no reembolsable sugerida de $5.00 por persona para apoyar nuestros programas de voluntariado. Las reservas de boletos comienzan 7 días antes del evento.
NOTA: CONSULTE EL CLIMA ANTES DE SALIR, ESTE EVENTO SE CANCELARÁ SI ESTA NUBLANDO, HAY VIENTO O LLUVIA.
Para obtener más información, comuníquese con Friends of the Desert Mountains al 760-568-9918.
Haga clic aquí para ver el mapa/las coordenadas UTM: 33.744235, -116.199386
