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SUMMARY:Birding Walk-About at Desert Willow
DESCRIPTION:Grab your binoculars and join a Friends’ volunteer docent birding expert to look for our feathered desert residents. In this unique urban area\, we are still able to find a little native desert environment surrounded by local trees and shrubs that many of our feathered friends call home. As you walk the perimeter of an open desert property adjacent to the golf course\, you will find approximately 25-30 different species on your 1-mile walk-about. This is truly a “jewel in the desert” location to be enjoyed. \nBring your binoculars\, 1 liter of water\, a sun hat\, sunscreen and wear close-toed shoes. Sorry\, no dogs are allowed for this event. \nRSVP required. Check-in begins 15 minutes prior to start time. \nNote: We will meet in the parking lot on the right side of Desert Willow Drive just before entering the golf club. View UTM/Map coordinates: 33.76560\, -116.36554  \nFor more information contact Friends of the Desert Mountains 760-568-9918. \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.\n 
URL:https://www.desertmountains.org/event/birding-walk-about-at-desert-willow/
LOCATION:Desert Willow Golf Resort\, 38-995 Desert Willow Drive\, Palm Desert\, CA\, 92260\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251005T191500
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251005T201500
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SUMMARY:Rancho Mirage-Jackrabbit/Bighorn Overlook Trail Full Moon Hike
DESCRIPTION: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. \nThis 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. \nRSVP is required. Check-in begins 15 minutes prior to your group’s departure time. \nView map/UTM coordinates: 33.771071\, -116.448379 \nFor more information contact Friends of the Desert Mountains at 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 1 week prior to the event and will be published at that time. Your optional non-refundable donation is not a ticket to attend. \n 
URL:https://www.desertmountains.org/event/rancho-mirage-jackrabbit-bighorn-overlook-trail-full-moon-hike/
LOCATION:Rancho Mirage City Hall Parking Lot\, 69825 California 111\, Rancho Mirage\, CA\, 92270\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251005T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251005T210000
DTSTAMP:20260425T205347
CREATED:20250908T023205Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250910T083433Z
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SUMMARY:Rancho Mirage-Chuckwalla Trail Full Moon Hike
DESCRIPTION: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. \nThis 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. \nRSVP is required. Check-in begins 15 minutes prior to departure time. \nView map/UTM coordinates: 33.771071\, -116.448379 \nFor more information contact Friends of the Desert Mountains at 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 1 week prior to the event and will be published at that time. Your optional non-refundable donation is not a ticket to attend. \n  
URL:https://www.desertmountains.org/event/rancho-mirage-chuckwalla-trail-full-moon-hike-6/
LOCATION:Rancho Mirage City Hall Parking Lot\, 69825 California 111\, Rancho Mirage\, CA\, 92270\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251005T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251005T093000
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CREATED:20251002T065226Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251005T163945Z
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SUMMARY:Tortoise Chat (cancelled during government shut-down)
DESCRIPTION:WHILE THE GOVERNMENT IS SHUT-DOWN\, THIS EVENT IS CANCELLED. \n  \nHave questions about desert tortoises? Come visit our desert tortoise enclosure and learn about conservation efforts to study and protect our wild desert tortoise population in the Monument. Also\, great opportunity to meet Bowser\, our adopted Mojave desert tortoise who lives on site. \nMeet at the tortoise enclosure any time between 8:30am – 9:30am. (Note: times may be reduced due to heat.) \nNO RESERVATION REQUIRED. \nFor more information call the Visitor Center at 760-862-9984. \nSponsored by the Bureau of Land Management in partnership with Friends of the Desert Mountains.
URL:https://www.desertmountains.org/event/tortoise-chat-4-2-3/
LOCATION:Santa Rosa & San Jacinto Mountains National Monument\, 51500 Highway 74\, Palm Desert\, CA\, 92260\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251004T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251004T093000
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CREATED:20251002T065005Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251005T163725Z
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SUMMARY:Tortoise Chat (cancelled during government shut-down)
DESCRIPTION:WHILE THE GOVERNMENT IS SHUT-DOWN\, THIS EVENT IS CANCELLED. \n  \nHave questions about desert tortoises? Come visit our desert tortoise enclosure and learn about conservation efforts to study and protect our wild desert tortoise population in the Monument. Also\, great opportunity to meet Bowser\, our adopted Mojave desert tortoise who lives on site. \nMeet at the tortoise enclosure any time between 8:30am – 9:30am. (Note: times may be reduced due to heat.) \nNO RESERVATION REQUIRED. \nFor more information call the Visitor Center at 760-862-9984. \nSponsored by the Bureau of Land Management in partnership with Friends of the Desert Mountains.
URL:https://www.desertmountains.org/event/tortoise-chat-3-3-2-2/
LOCATION:Santa Rosa & San Jacinto Mountains National Monument\, 51500 Highway 74\, Palm Desert\, CA\, 92260\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251002T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251002T100000
DTSTAMP:20260425T205347
CREATED:20250824T055032Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251002T063528Z
UID:10000691-1759395600-1759399200@www.desertmountains.org
SUMMARY:CANCELLED: Yoga with a Ranger
DESCRIPTION:DUE TO THE GOVERNMENT SHUT-DOWN\, THIS EVENT HAS BEEN CANCELLED.\n \nJoin 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. \nBring a yoga mat or towel\, water\, and sunscreen. Limited to 15 participants. Meet on the Visitor Center patio. \nView map/UTM Coordinates for the Visitor Center: 33.67149\, -116.40839 \nFor more information contact Friends of the Desert Mountains at 760-568-9918 or the Visitor Center at 760-862-9984. \nSponsored by the Bureau of Land Management in partnership with Friends of the Desert Mountains. \nRSVP required. Reservations begin 2 weeks prior to the event.
URL:https://www.desertmountains.org/event/yoga-with-a-ranger-15/
LOCATION:Santa Rosa & San Jacinto Mountains National Monument Visitor Center\, 51500 Highway 74\, Palm Desert\, CA\, 92260\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20251001T170000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20251001T180000
DTSTAMP:20260425T205347
CREATED:20250905T092554Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250909T063433Z
UID:10000700-1759338000-1759341600@www.desertmountains.org
SUMMARY:Native Planting Lecture at the Coachella Library
DESCRIPTION:Join Us for a Community Event on Rebuilding Our Natural Habitat. \nCome learn how to restore our natural environment in our neighborhoods. Enjoy complimentary food and receive free native trees and shrubs!   \nReservation is required. \nFor more information contact Edeli R. Gonzalez at egonzalez@desertmountains.org or at Friends of the Desert Mountains 760-568-9918.  \n 
URL:https://www.desertmountains.org/event/native-planting-lecture/
LOCATION:Coachella Library\, 1500 6th Street\, Coachella\, 92236\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251001T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251001T103000
DTSTAMP:20260425T205347
CREATED:20250908T003952Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250921T230419Z
UID:10000706-1759305600-1759314600@www.desertmountains.org
SUMMARY:CANCELLED-Dead Indian Canyon Interpretative Hike
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. \nThis 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 liters of water per person. Wear close-toed shoes\, sun hat and sunscreen. \nRSVP is required. Check-in 15 minutes prior to start time. \nPlease 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/UTM coordinates for trailhead location: 33.667957\, -116.407666 \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.  \n\n 
URL:https://www.desertmountains.org/event/dead-indian-canyon-interpretative-hike-16/
LOCATION:Art Smith Trail Parking Lot\, Art Smith Trailhead\, Highway 74\, Palm Desert\, CA\, 92260\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20251001T080000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20251001T103000
DTSTAMP:20260425T205347
CREATED:20250905T020847Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250909T080623Z
UID:10000699-1759305600-1759314600@www.desertmountains.org
SUMMARY:Carrizo Canyon Opening Day
DESCRIPTION:The Carrizo Canyon Ecological Preserve opens for the season on October 1st. 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. \nThis 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 350 feet. Bring snacks and 2 liters of water per person. Wear closed-toed shoes\, sun hat and sunscreen. Sorry no dogs are allowed. \nRSVP is required. Check-in 15 minutes prior to departure time. \nPlease 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/UTM coordinates directions for trailhead location: 33.667957\, -116.407666 \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.  \n 
URL:https://www.desertmountains.org/event/carrizo-canyon-opening-day/
LOCATION:Art Smith Trail Parking Lot\, Art Smith Trailhead\, Highway 74\, Palm Desert\, CA\, 92260\, United States
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250928T083000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250928T093000
DTSTAMP:20260425T205347
CREATED:20250911T005752Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250911T005752Z
UID:10000618-1759048200-1759051800@www.desertmountains.org
SUMMARY:Tortoise Chat
DESCRIPTION:Have questions about desert tortoises? Come visit our desert tortoise enclosure and learn about conservation efforts to study and protect our wild desert tortoise population in the Monument. Also\, great opportunity to meet Bowser\, our adopted Mojave desert tortoise who lives on site. \nMeet at the tortoise enclosure any time between 8:30am – 9:30am. (Note: times may be reduced due to heat.) \nNO RESERVATION REQUIRED. \nFor more information call the Visitor Center at 760-862-9984. \nSponsored by the Bureau of Land Management in partnership with Friends of the Desert Mountains.
URL:https://www.desertmountains.org/event/tortoise-chat-4-2/2025-09-28/
LOCATION:Santa Rosa & San Jacinto Mountains National Monument\, 51500 Highway 74\, Palm Desert\, CA\, 92260\, United States
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.desertmountains.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/tortoise-talk2.jpg
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250927T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250927T220000
DTSTAMP:20260425T205347
CREATED:20241129T033112Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250928T024010Z
UID:10000205-1758997800-1759010400@www.desertmountains.org
SUMMARY:CANCELLED: Star Party at the Monument
DESCRIPTION:DUE TO WEATHER CONDITIONS\, THIS EVENT HAS BEEN CANCELLED. \nJoin members of the Astronomical Society of the Desert for fun “sky tours” and direct observations of the night sky through telescopes and binoculars. \nThis is a family event. Minors must be accompanied by parent or guardian. \nThis event is wheelchair accessible with asphalt surfaces. \nFor more information call 760-862-9984. \nEtiquette: please do not touch equipment unless requested. No white lights near telescope field. \nNOTE: OVERCAST SKIES CANCELS THIS EVENT. \nRegistration begins 14 days prior to the event. A suggested nonrefundable donation of $5.00 per person is appreciated and encouraged to support our volunteer programs. \nView map/UTM Coordinates for the Visitor Center: 33.67149\, -116.40839
URL:https://www.desertmountains.org/event/star-party-at-the-monument-9/
LOCATION:Santa Rosa & San Jacinto Mountains National Monument Visitor Center\, 51500 Highway 74\, Palm Desert\, CA\, 92260\, United States
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250927T083000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250927T093000
DTSTAMP:20260425T205347
CREATED:20250911T005608Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250911T005608Z
UID:10000564-1758961800-1758965400@www.desertmountains.org
SUMMARY:Tortoise Chat
DESCRIPTION:Have questions about desert tortoises? Come visit our desert tortoise enclosure and learn about conservation efforts to study and protect our wild desert tortoise population in the Monument. Also\, great opportunity to meet Bowser\, our adopted Mojave desert tortoise who lives on site. \nMeet at the tortoise enclosure any time between 8:30am – 9:30am. (Note: times may be reduced due to heat.) \nNO RESERVATION REQUIRED. \nFor more information call the Visitor Center at 760-862-9984. \nSponsored by the Bureau of Land Management in partnership with Friends of the Desert Mountains.
URL:https://www.desertmountains.org/event/tortoise-chat-3-3-2/2025-09-27/
LOCATION:Santa Rosa & San Jacinto Mountains National Monument\, 51500 Highway 74\, Palm Desert\, CA\, 92260\, United States
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250921T083000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250921T093000
DTSTAMP:20260425T205347
CREATED:20250911T005752Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250911T005752Z
UID:10000617-1758443400-1758447000@www.desertmountains.org
SUMMARY:Tortoise Chat
DESCRIPTION:Have questions about desert tortoises? Come visit our desert tortoise enclosure and learn about conservation efforts to study and protect our wild desert tortoise population in the Monument. Also\, great opportunity to meet Bowser\, our adopted Mojave desert tortoise who lives on site. \nMeet at the tortoise enclosure any time between 8:30am – 9:30am. (Note: times may be reduced due to heat.) \nNO RESERVATION REQUIRED. \nFor more information call the Visitor Center at 760-862-9984. \nSponsored by the Bureau of Land Management in partnership with Friends of the Desert Mountains.
URL:https://www.desertmountains.org/event/tortoise-chat-4-2/2025-09-21/
LOCATION:Santa Rosa & San Jacinto Mountains National Monument\, 51500 Highway 74\, Palm Desert\, CA\, 92260\, United States
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.desertmountains.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/tortoise-talk2.jpg
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250920T190000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250920T220000
DTSTAMP:20260425T205347
CREATED:20241128T221841Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250916T081822Z
UID:10000166-1758394800-1758405600@www.desertmountains.org
SUMMARY:Star Party in the Mountains
DESCRIPTION:Join members of the Astronomical Society of the Desert for fun “sky tours” and direct observations of the night sky through telescopes and binoculars. \nThis is a family event. Minors must be accompanied by parent or guardian. \nThis event is wheelchair accessible with asphalt surfaces. \nFor more information call 760-862-9984. RSVP is not required. \nEtiquette: please do not touch equipment unless requested. No white lights near telescope field. \nNOTE: OVERCAST SKIES AND HIGH WINDS CANCEL THIS EVENT. \nView map & UTM coordinates for the Sawmill Parking Lot: 33.57995\, -116.45056
URL:https://www.desertmountains.org/event/star-party-in-the-mountains-12/
LOCATION:Sawmill Trailhead Parking Lot\, HGHX+XQG\, Pinyon Pines\, CA
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END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250920T083000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250920T093000
DTSTAMP:20260425T205347
CREATED:20250911T005608Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250911T005608Z
UID:10000609-1758357000-1758360600@www.desertmountains.org
SUMMARY:Tortoise Chat
DESCRIPTION:Have questions about desert tortoises? Come visit our desert tortoise enclosure and learn about conservation efforts to study and protect our wild desert tortoise population in the Monument. Also\, great opportunity to meet Bowser\, our adopted Mojave desert tortoise who lives on site. \nMeet at the tortoise enclosure any time between 8:30am – 9:30am. (Note: times may be reduced due to heat.) \nNO RESERVATION REQUIRED. \nFor more information call the Visitor Center at 760-862-9984. \nSponsored by the Bureau of Land Management in partnership with Friends of the Desert Mountains.
URL:https://www.desertmountains.org/event/tortoise-chat-3-3-2/2025-09-20/
LOCATION:Santa Rosa & San Jacinto Mountains National Monument\, 51500 Highway 74\, Palm Desert\, CA\, 92260\, United States
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.desertmountains.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/tortoise-talk1.jpg
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250914T083000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250914T093000
DTSTAMP:20260425T205347
CREATED:20250913T021739Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250913T021739Z
UID:10000616-1757838600-1757842200@www.desertmountains.org
SUMMARY:Tortoise Chat - CANCELLED
DESCRIPTION:VISITOR CENTER IS CLOSED THIS DAY. \nHave questions about desert tortoises? Come visit our desert tortoise enclosure and learn about conservation efforts to study and protect our wild desert tortoise population in the Monument. Also\, great opportunity to meet Bowser\, our adopted Mojave desert tortoise who lives on site. \nMeet at the tortoise enclosure any time between 8:30am – 9:30am. (Note: times may be reduced due to heat.) \nNO RESERVATION REQUIRED. \nFor more information call the Visitor Center at 760-862-9984. \nSponsored by the Bureau of Land Management in partnership with Friends of the Desert Mountains.
URL:https://www.desertmountains.org/event/tortoise-chat-4-2-2/
LOCATION:Santa Rosa & San Jacinto Mountains National Monument\, 51500 Highway 74\, Palm Desert\, CA\, 92260\, United States
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250913T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250913T223000
DTSTAMP:20260425T205347
CREATED:20250323T234352Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250323T234352Z
UID:10000543-1757791800-1757802600@www.desertmountains.org
SUMMARY:Night Sky Viewing Stars and Planets
DESCRIPTION:Night event-\n\n\nFriends of the Desert Mountains volunteer astronomers will be setting up their telescopes and are inviting you to stop by any time while they are there to view the ever-changing display of fascinating objects to see — stars\, constellations\, bright planets\, moon and sometimes meteors. \nThis is a family friendly event. Minors must be accompanied by parent or guardian. Bring water and wear closed-toed shoes. \nRSVP is required. 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. \nNOTE: CHECK WEATHER BEFORE DEPARTING\, THIS EVENT WILL BE CANCELLED FOR HEAVY CLOUD COVER\, WIND OR RAIN. \nFor more information contact Friends of the Desert Mountains at 760-568-9918. \nWe 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. \nView map at coordinates: 33.667957\, -116.407666
URL:https://www.desertmountains.org/event/night-sky-viewing-stars-and-planets-5/
LOCATION:Art Smith Trailhead\, MH9R+7Q\, Palm Desert\, CA\, 92260\, United States
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250913T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250913T223000
DTSTAMP:20260425T205347
CREATED:20250323T234350Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250323T234350Z
UID:10000542-1757791800-1757802600@www.desertmountains.org
SUMMARY:Monument Night Adventures 7:30p Group
DESCRIPTION:Night hike-\n\n\nDiscover how the desert comes alive after dark! Do you know which animals change colors when you use a blacklight? \nUsing blacklights\, a Friends’ volunteer docent will begin a short walk on uneven cobbled desert terrain in the basin below the dike/levy looking for scorpions and other nocturnal creatures that inhabit our desert. \nThis is a family friendly event. Minors must be accompanied by a parent or guardian. Bring water\, wear closed-toed shoes and a black light if you have one. If not\, we will have a few black lights to share. Sorry\, no dogs allowed on this trail. \nRSVP is required\, 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. \nFor more information contact Friends of the Desert Mountains at 760-568-9918. \nPlease 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. \nView map at coordinates: 33.667957\, -116.407666
URL:https://www.desertmountains.org/event/monument-night-adventures-730p-group/
LOCATION:Art Smith Trailhead\, MH9R+7Q\, Palm Desert\, CA\, 92260\, United States
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.desertmountains.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/03/ef1c96809c9886be9d30d1f80858b590-MJTLjI.tmp_.jpg
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250913T083000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250913T093000
DTSTAMP:20260425T205347
CREATED:20250911T005608Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250911T005608Z
UID:10000608-1757752200-1757755800@www.desertmountains.org
SUMMARY:Tortoise Chat
DESCRIPTION:Have questions about desert tortoises? Come visit our desert tortoise enclosure and learn about conservation efforts to study and protect our wild desert tortoise population in the Monument. Also\, great opportunity to meet Bowser\, our adopted Mojave desert tortoise who lives on site. \nMeet at the tortoise enclosure any time between 8:30am – 9:30am. (Note: times may be reduced due to heat.) \nNO RESERVATION REQUIRED. \nFor more information call the Visitor Center at 760-862-9984. \nSponsored by the Bureau of Land Management in partnership with Friends of the Desert Mountains.
URL:https://www.desertmountains.org/event/tortoise-chat-3-3-2/2025-09-13/
LOCATION:Santa Rosa & San Jacinto Mountains National Monument\, 51500 Highway 74\, Palm Desert\, CA\, 92260\, United States
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.desertmountains.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/tortoise-talk1.jpg
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250907T083000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250907T093000
DTSTAMP:20260425T205347
CREATED:20250427T074933Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250824T043503Z
UID:10000615-1757233800-1757237400@www.desertmountains.org
SUMMARY:Tortoise Chat
DESCRIPTION:Have questions about desert tortoises? Come visit our desert tortoise enclosure and learn about conservation efforts to study and protect our wild desert tortoise population in the Monument. Also\, great opportunity to meet Bowser\, our adopted Mojave desert tortoise who lives on site. \nMeet at the tortoise enclosure any time between 8:30am – 9:30am. (Note: times may be reduced due to heat.) \nNO RESERVATION REQUIRED. \nFor more information call the Visitor Center at 760-862-9984. \nSponsored by the Bureau of Land Management in partnership with Friends of the Desert Mountains.
URL:https://www.desertmountains.org/event/tortoise-chat-4/2025-09-07/
LOCATION:Santa Rosa & San Jacinto Mountains National Monument\, 51500 Highway 74\, Palm Desert\, CA\, 92260\, United States
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.desertmountains.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/tortoise-talk2.jpg
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250906T083000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250906T093000
DTSTAMP:20260425T205347
CREATED:20250725T004439Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250824T043727Z
UID:10000607-1757147400-1757151000@www.desertmountains.org
SUMMARY:Tortoise Chat
DESCRIPTION:Have questions about desert tortoises? Come visit our desert tortoise enclosure and learn about conservation efforts to study and protect our wild desert tortoise population in the Monument. Also\, great opportunity to meet Bowser\, our adopted Mojave desert tortoise who lives on site. \nMeet at the tortoise enclosure any time between 8:30am – 9:30am. (Note: times may be reduced due to heat.) \nNO RESERVATION REQUIRED. \nFor more information call the Visitor Center at 760-862-9984. \nSponsored by the Bureau of Land Management in partnership with Friends of the Desert Mountains.
URL:https://www.desertmountains.org/event/tortoise-chat-3-3/2025-09-06/
LOCATION:Santa Rosa & San Jacinto Mountains National Monument\, 51500 Highway 74\, Palm Desert\, CA\, 92260\, United States
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.desertmountains.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/tortoise-talk1.jpg
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250831T083000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250831T093000
DTSTAMP:20260425T205347
CREATED:20250427T074933Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250824T043503Z
UID:10000614-1756629000-1756632600@www.desertmountains.org
SUMMARY:Tortoise Chat
DESCRIPTION:Have questions about desert tortoises? Come visit our desert tortoise enclosure and learn about conservation efforts to study and protect our wild desert tortoise population in the Monument. Also\, great opportunity to meet Bowser\, our adopted Mojave desert tortoise who lives on site. \nMeet at the tortoise enclosure any time between 8:30am – 9:30am. (Note: times may be reduced due to heat.) \nNO RESERVATION REQUIRED. \nFor more information call the Visitor Center at 760-862-9984. \nSponsored by the Bureau of Land Management in partnership with Friends of the Desert Mountains.
URL:https://www.desertmountains.org/event/tortoise-chat-4/2025-08-31/
LOCATION:Santa Rosa & San Jacinto Mountains National Monument\, 51500 Highway 74\, Palm Desert\, CA\, 92260\, United States
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.desertmountains.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/tortoise-talk2.jpg
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250830T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250830T220000
DTSTAMP:20260425T205347
CREATED:20241129T033111Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250520T071845Z
UID:10000204-1756582200-1756591200@www.desertmountains.org
SUMMARY:Star Party at the Monument
DESCRIPTION:Join members of the Astronomical Society of the Desert for fun “sky tours” and direct observations of the night sky through telescopes and binoculars. \nThis is a family event. Minors must be accompanied by parent or guardian. For more information call 760-862-9984. \nEtiquette: please do not touch equipment unless requested. No white lights near telescope field. \nNOTE: OVERCAST SKIES CANCELS THIS EVENT. \nRegistration begins 14 days prior to the event. A suggested nonrefundable donation of $5.00 per person is appreciated and encouraged to support our volunteer programs. \nView map/UTM Coordinates for the Visitor Center: 33.67149\, -116.40839
URL:https://www.desertmountains.org/event/star-party-at-the-monument-8/
LOCATION:Santa Rosa & San Jacinto Mountains National Monument Visitor Center\, 51500 Highway 74\, Palm Desert\, CA\, 92260\, United States
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.desertmountains.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/11/03f8c33ffa9659e6772084884c314010-ahlHel.tmp_.jpg
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250830T083000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250830T093000
DTSTAMP:20260425T205347
CREATED:20250725T004439Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250824T043727Z
UID:10000606-1756542600-1756546200@www.desertmountains.org
SUMMARY:Tortoise Chat
DESCRIPTION:Have questions about desert tortoises? Come visit our desert tortoise enclosure and learn about conservation efforts to study and protect our wild desert tortoise population in the Monument. Also\, great opportunity to meet Bowser\, our adopted Mojave desert tortoise who lives on site. \nMeet at the tortoise enclosure any time between 8:30am – 9:30am. (Note: times may be reduced due to heat.) \nNO RESERVATION REQUIRED. \nFor more information call the Visitor Center at 760-862-9984. \nSponsored by the Bureau of Land Management in partnership with Friends of the Desert Mountains.
URL:https://www.desertmountains.org/event/tortoise-chat-3-3/2025-08-30/
LOCATION:Santa Rosa & San Jacinto Mountains National Monument\, 51500 Highway 74\, Palm Desert\, CA\, 92260\, United States
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.desertmountains.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/tortoise-talk1.jpg
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250824T083000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250824T093000
DTSTAMP:20260425T205347
CREATED:20250427T074933Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250824T043503Z
UID:10000613-1756024200-1756027800@www.desertmountains.org
SUMMARY:Tortoise Chat
DESCRIPTION:Have questions about desert tortoises? Come visit our desert tortoise enclosure and learn about conservation efforts to study and protect our wild desert tortoise population in the Monument. Also\, great opportunity to meet Bowser\, our adopted Mojave desert tortoise who lives on site. \nMeet at the tortoise enclosure any time between 8:30am – 9:30am. (Note: times may be reduced due to heat.) \nNO RESERVATION REQUIRED. \nFor more information call the Visitor Center at 760-862-9984. \nSponsored by the Bureau of Land Management in partnership with Friends of the Desert Mountains.
URL:https://www.desertmountains.org/event/tortoise-chat-4/2025-08-24/
LOCATION:Santa Rosa & San Jacinto Mountains National Monument\, 51500 Highway 74\, Palm Desert\, CA\, 92260\, United States
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.desertmountains.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/tortoise-talk2.jpg
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250823T200000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250823T220000
DTSTAMP:20260425T205347
CREATED:20241128T221731Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250824T042156Z
UID:10000165-1755979200-1755986400@www.desertmountains.org
SUMMARY:CANCELLED - Star Party in the Mountains
DESCRIPTION:THIS EVENT IS CANCELLED DUE TO CLOUD COVER. \n  \nJoin members of the Astronomical Society of the Desert for fun “sky tours” and direct observations of the night sky through telescopes and binoculars. \nThis is a family event. Minors must be accompanied by parent or guardian. For more information call 760-862-9984. \nEtiquette: please do not touch equipment unless requested. No white lights near telescope field. \nNOTE: OVERCAST SKIES AND HIGH WINDS CANCEL THIS EVENT. \nView map & UTM coordinates for the Sawmill Parking Lot: 33.57995\, -116.45056
URL:https://www.desertmountains.org/event/star-party-in-the-mountains-11/
LOCATION:Sawmill Trailhead Parking Lot\, HGHX+XQG\, Pinyon Pines\, CA
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.desertmountains.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/star-party-fullmoon-ribbonwood-scaled.jpg
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250823T083000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250823T093000
DTSTAMP:20260425T205347
CREATED:20250725T004439Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250824T043727Z
UID:10000605-1755937800-1755941400@www.desertmountains.org
SUMMARY:Tortoise Chat
DESCRIPTION:Have questions about desert tortoises? Come visit our desert tortoise enclosure and learn about conservation efforts to study and protect our wild desert tortoise population in the Monument. Also\, great opportunity to meet Bowser\, our adopted Mojave desert tortoise who lives on site. \nMeet at the tortoise enclosure any time between 8:30am – 9:30am. (Note: times may be reduced due to heat.) \nNO RESERVATION REQUIRED. \nFor more information call the Visitor Center at 760-862-9984. \nSponsored by the Bureau of Land Management in partnership with Friends of the Desert Mountains.
URL:https://www.desertmountains.org/event/tortoise-chat-3-3/2025-08-23/
LOCATION:Santa Rosa & San Jacinto Mountains National Monument\, 51500 Highway 74\, Palm Desert\, CA\, 92260\, United States
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.desertmountains.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/tortoise-talk1.jpg
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250817T083000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250817T093000
DTSTAMP:20260425T205347
CREATED:20250427T074933Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250824T043503Z
UID:10000612-1755419400-1755423000@www.desertmountains.org
SUMMARY:Tortoise Chat
DESCRIPTION:Have questions about desert tortoises? Come visit our desert tortoise enclosure and learn about conservation efforts to study and protect our wild desert tortoise population in the Monument. Also\, great opportunity to meet Bowser\, our adopted Mojave desert tortoise who lives on site. \nMeet at the tortoise enclosure any time between 8:30am – 9:30am. (Note: times may be reduced due to heat.) \nNO RESERVATION REQUIRED. \nFor more information call the Visitor Center at 760-862-9984. \nSponsored by the Bureau of Land Management in partnership with Friends of the Desert Mountains.
URL:https://www.desertmountains.org/event/tortoise-chat-4/2025-08-17/
LOCATION:Santa Rosa & San Jacinto Mountains National Monument\, 51500 Highway 74\, Palm Desert\, CA\, 92260\, United States
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.desertmountains.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/tortoise-talk2.jpg
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250816T201500
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250816T223000
DTSTAMP:20260425T205347
CREATED:20250323T234342Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250323T234342Z
UID:10000540-1755375300-1755383400@www.desertmountains.org
SUMMARY:Night Sky Viewing Stars and Planets
DESCRIPTION:Night event-\n\n\nFriends of the Desert Mountains volunteer astronomers will be setting up their telescopes and are inviting you to stop by any time while they are there to view the ever-changing display of fascinating objects to see — stars\, constellations\, bright planets\, moon and sometimes meteors. \nThis is a family friendly event. Minors must be accompanied by parent or guardian. Bring water and wear closed-toed shoes. \nRSVP is required. 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. \nNOTE: CHECK WEATHER BEFORE DEPARTING\, THIS EVENT WILL BE CANCELLED FOR HEAVY CLOUD COVER\, WIND OR RAIN. \nFor more information contact Friends of the Desert Mountains at 760-568-9918. \nWe 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. \nView map at coordinates: 33.667957\, -116.407666
URL:https://www.desertmountains.org/event/night-sky-viewing-stars-and-planets-4/
LOCATION:Art Smith Trailhead\, MH9R+7Q\, Palm Desert\, CA\, 92260\, United States
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.desertmountains.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/03/e1a064b479260a532fdae3c06e14cbee-znOLWp.tmp_.jpg
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250816T201500
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250816T223000
DTSTAMP:20260425T205347
CREATED:20250323T234340Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250323T234340Z
UID:10000539-1755375300-1755383400@www.desertmountains.org
SUMMARY:Monument Night Adventures 8:15p Group
DESCRIPTION:Night hike-\n\n\nDiscover how the desert comes alive after dark! Do you know which animals change colors when you use a blacklight? \nUsing blacklights\, a Friends’ volunteer docent will begin a short walk on uneven cobbled desert terrain in the basin below the dike/levy looking for scorpions and other nocturnal creatures that inhabit our desert. \nThis is a family friendly event. Minors must be accompanied by a parent or guardian. Bring water\, wear closed-toed shoes and a black light if you have one. If not\, we will have a few black lights to share. Sorry\, no dogs allowed on this trail. \nRSVP is required\, 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. \nFor more information contact Friends of the Desert Mountains at 760-568-9918. \nPlease 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. \nView map at coordinates: 33.667957\, -116.407666
URL:https://www.desertmountains.org/event/monument-night-adventures-815p-group/
LOCATION:Art Smith Trailhead\, MH9R+7Q\, Palm Desert\, CA\, 92260\, United States
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.desertmountains.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/03/ef1c96809c9886be9d30d1f80858b590-kprup9.tmp_.jpg
END:VEVENT
END:VCALENDAR