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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261115T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261115T120000
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UID:10001186-1794733200-1794744000@abdnha.org
SUMMARY:Nature Walk: The Mason Valley Cholla
DESCRIPTION:Leader: Don Rideout\, Botany Club Coordinator \nView Mason Valley Pink Teddy-Bear Cholla and other unique plants on an easy-to-moderate walk through cactus-filled terrain. Wear hiking clothes\, boots\, and a hat; bring water and sunscreen. No charge; open to the public; registration required. Meet at the ABDNHA parking lot at 9 a.m. to caravan. Register at the Nature Center or 760-767-3098.
URL:https://abdnha.org/activity/nature-walk-the-mason-valley-cholla/
LOCATION:ABDNHA Parking Lot\, 652 Palm Canyon Drive\, Borrego Springs\, CA\, 92004\, United States
CATEGORIES:Hike
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261116T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261116T130000
DTSTAMP:20261009T151333Z
CREATED:20261009T151333Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20261009T151333Z
UID:10001187-1794816000-1794834000@abdnha.org
SUMMARY:Hike: Stonewall Peak via Milk Ranch Road & Azalea Glen
DESCRIPTION:Leader: Rachel Rench\, ABDNHA Volunteer \nThis 11-mile hike takes about five hours with a lunch break\, plus an hour of travel each way. Start on Milk Ranch Rd.\, loop to Paso Picacho Campground via Azalea Glen Trail\, cross the highway\, and ascend Stonewall Peak for a 360-degree park view. After lunch\, descend Stonewall\, pass the old horse camp\, head to the lake\, and finish at the Trout Pond parking area. No charge; registration required. Call or visit the Nature Center at 760-767-3098 to reserve. \nNote: Meet at the ABDNHA parking lot at 8 a.m. to carpool\, or at 9 a.m. at Trout Pond/Middle Peak parking in Cuyamaca Rancho State Park (located on the east side of Hwy. 79\, at the southern tip of Lake Cuyamaca). Consult a map if unfamiliar with the location.
URL:https://abdnha.org/activity/hike-stonewall-peak-via-milk-ranch-road-azalea-glen/
LOCATION:ABDNHA Parking Lot\, 652 Palm Canyon Drive\, Borrego Springs\, CA\, 92004\, United States
CATEGORIES:Hike
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261117T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261117T130000
DTSTAMP:20261031T222632Z
CREATED:20261031T222632Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20261031T222632Z
UID:10001251-1794902400-1794920400@abdnha.org
SUMMARY:Hike: Marble Canyon - FULL (Wait List)
DESCRIPTION:Leader: Terri Straub\, ABDNHA Volunteer \nThis hike is FULL – please call ABDNHA at 760-767-3098 to get on the wait list. \nThis moderate hike is 5.4 miles\, with a 1200’ elevation gain. A close-to-town\, little-known gem. All vehicles are suitable. Maximum 15 participants. Meet at the ABDNHA by parking lot 7:50 a.m. Bring snacks and water. No charge\, but call or visit the Nature Center to reserve\, 760-767-3098.
URL:https://abdnha.org/activity/hike-marble-canyon-full-wait-list/
LOCATION:ABDNHA Parking Lot\, 652 Palm Canyon Drive\, Borrego Springs\, CA\, 92004\, United States
CATEGORIES:Hike
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261118T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261118T130000
DTSTAMP:20261031T223009Z
CREATED:20261031T223009Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20261031T223009Z
UID:10001252-1794988800-1795006800@abdnha.org
SUMMARY:Hike: Alcoholic Pass - FULL (Wait List)
DESCRIPTION:Leaders: Greg Winterowd and Amy Brueggemeyer\, ABDNHA Volunteers \nThis hike is FULL – please call ABDNHA at 760-767-3098 to get on the wait list. \nThis is a moderate two-to-four-mile hike. Steep but well-marked switchbacks lead to the pass in two miles\, then descend to explore the other side. Wear sturdy shoes or boots\, hat\, and sun protection. Bring water and a snack. Hiking poles are optional. No charge. Register at the Nature Center or 760-767-3098.  Meet at ABDNHA parking lot at 7:50 a.m. for a 20-minute drive (carpooling recommended). 4WD preferred. Maximum nine participants.
URL:https://abdnha.org/activity/hike-alcoholic-pass/
LOCATION:ABDNHA Parking Lot\, 652 Palm Canyon Drive\, Borrego Springs\, CA\, 92004\, United States
CATEGORIES:Hike
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261121T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261121T113000
DTSTAMP:20261009T151851Z
CREATED:20261009T151851Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20261009T151851Z
UID:10001192-1795255200-1795260600@abdnha.org
SUMMARY:Walk: Historic Borrego Walkabout
DESCRIPTION:Leader: Selden McKee\, ABDNHA Volunteer \nCurious about the story of Borrego Springs\, from its historic beginnings to today?  Enjoy a walk around the town while hearing about the people\, places\, and buildings of this tiny desert town that we love.  We will start at ABDNHA and cover roughly 1.5 miles\, all on flat terrain.  Wear comfortable walking shoes and a good sun hat\, and bring water.  No charge\, but registration required. Meet at the ABDNHA parking lot. Register at the Nature Center or 760-767-3098.
URL:https://abdnha.org/activity/walk-historic-borrego-walkabout-2/
LOCATION:ABDNHA Parking Lot\, 652 Palm Canyon Drive\, Borrego Springs\, CA\, 92004\, United States
CATEGORIES:Hike
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261122T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261122T103000
DTSTAMP:20261031T223710Z
CREATED:20261031T223710Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20261031T223710Z
UID:10001253-1795336200-1795343400@abdnha.org
SUMMARY:Hike: Kiwanis Wash - FULL (Wait List)
DESCRIPTION:Leader: Kathy Bussey\, ABDNHA Volunteer \nThis hike is FULL – please call ABDNHA at 760-767-3098 to get on the wait list. \nEnjoy an easy\, flat\, quiet hike\, under two miles round-trip\, just five minutes from ABDNHA\, with street-side parking. This little-visited wash gives you a “far-afield” experience\, local history\, the tallest ocotillo in town\, a curious swirly land formation\, and the mysterious Kiwanis item. Meet at the ABDNHA parking lot. Wear hiking shoes\, and bring water and a hat. No charge. Register at the Nature Center or 760-767-3098.
URL:https://abdnha.org/activity/hike-kiwanis-wash-full-wait-list/
LOCATION:ABDNHA Parking Lot\, 652 Palm Canyon Drive\, Borrego Springs\, CA\, 92004\, United States
CATEGORIES:Hike
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261124T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261124T200000
DTSTAMP:20261009T151850Z
CREATED:20261009T151850Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20261009T151850Z
UID:10001195-1795541400-1795550400@abdnha.org
SUMMARY:Full Moon Walk: South Palm Wash
DESCRIPTION:Leader: Mike McElhatton\, ABDNHA Education Program Director \nExperience the unique and serene beauty of moonlit canyon walls as ABDNHA Program Director Mike McElhatton leads a 1.5-mile walk through South Palm Wash. Mostly easy\, with a few short\, steep inclines that require some flexibility. Meet at the ABDNHA parking lot to carpool. Bring a flashlight\, water\, and hiking shoes. Maximum 22 participants. No charge. Cancels with cloud cover. Call or visit the Nature Center at 760-767-3098 to reserve\, and leave a cell number for weather-related updates or cancellations.
URL:https://abdnha.org/activity/full-moon-walk-south-palm-wash-2/
LOCATION:ABDNHA Parking Lot\, 652 Palm Canyon Drive\, Borrego Springs\, CA\, 92004\, United States
CATEGORIES:Hike
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261129T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261129T120000
DTSTAMP:20261031T225148Z
CREATED:20261031T225148Z
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UID:10001255-1795939200-1795953600@abdnha.org
SUMMARY:Hike: Smugglers Canyon - FULL (Wait List)
DESCRIPTION:Leaders: Tom Keffer and Lee Christie\, ABDNHA Volunteers \nThis hike is FULL – please call ABDNHA at 760-767-3098 to get on the wait list. \nStarting in Little Blair Valley\, this fairly easy hike leads us past ancient Kumeyaay rock art and historic mortars to a dramatic dry waterfall with sweeping views of Earthquake Valley below. Three miles round-trip\, with 400’ elevation gain\, good tread with some rubble. Travel time: one hour each way. Not suitable for passenger cars\, but okay for modest SUVs. Meet at ABDNHA parking lot by 7:50 a.m. Bring lunch/snacks\, water. No charge\, but registration required. Register at the Nature Center or 760-767-3098. Maximum 10 participants.
URL:https://abdnha.org/activity/hike-smugglers-canyon-full-wait-list/
LOCATION:ABDNHA Parking Lot\, 652 Palm Canyon Drive\, Borrego Springs\, CA\, 92004\, United States
CATEGORIES:Hike
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261130T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261130T130000
DTSTAMP:20261009T152154Z
CREATED:20261009T151847Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20261009T152154Z
UID:10001199-1796025600-1796043600@abdnha.org
SUMMARY:Hike: Volcan Mountain
DESCRIPTION:Leader: Rachel Rench\, ABDNHA Volunteer \nThis strenuous 5.3-mile hike follows the main trail to Volcan Mountain Summit\, with stops at points of interest. After circling to the top\, we’ll return via the steep\, rocky Five Oaks Trail. Expect to finish around noon and return to Borrego Springs by 1 p.m. Bring lunch if you’d like to stay up in Julian and visit Volcan Mountain Winery. No charge. Register at the Nature Center or 760-767-3098.\n\nNote: Meet at 8 a.m. at ABDNHA parking lot\, or at 8:45 a.m. at the Volcan Mountain trailhead (two miles from the town of Julian off Farmer Rd.). Consult a map if unsure of the location.
URL:https://abdnha.org/activity/hike-volcan-mountain/
LOCATION:ABDNHA Parking Lot\, 652 Palm Canyon Drive\, Borrego Springs\, CA\, 92004\, United States
CATEGORIES:Hike
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261201T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261201T150000
DTSTAMP:20261009T151846Z
CREATED:20261009T151846Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20261009T151846Z
UID:10001200-1796112000-1796137200@abdnha.org
SUMMARY:Hike: Red Hill Loop
DESCRIPTION:Leader: Terri Straub\, ABDNHA Volunteer \nThis strenuous hike is six miles\, with a 700’ elevation gain. The red that we see along this hike is volcanic rock scattered everywhere! Mostly a moderate hike\, but with a steep ascent and descent near the top. One-hour drive to trailhead. All vehicles suitable. Maximum 15 participants. Meet at ABDNHA by 7:50 a.m. Bring snacks\, lunch\, water. No charge\, but registration required. Call or visit the Nature Center at 760-767-3098 to reserve.
URL:https://abdnha.org/activity/hike-red-hill-loop/
LOCATION:ABDNHA Parking Lot\, 652 Palm Canyon Drive\, Borrego Springs\, CA\, 92004\, United States
CATEGORIES:Hike
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261202T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261202T150000
DTSTAMP:20261009T152311Z
CREATED:20261009T151845Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20261009T152311Z
UID:10001201-1796198400-1796223600@abdnha.org
SUMMARY:Hike: Hellhole Canyon to Culp Valley
DESCRIPTION:Leaders: Greg Winterowd and Amy Brueggemeyer\, ABDNHA Volunteers \nThis strenuous hike goes six miles. Steep\, beautiful\, and varied landscape with awesome views of Borrego Valley. Wear proper hiking shoes or boots\, a hat\, and sun protection – it’s exposed! Bring plenty of water\, a snack\, and hiking poles if desired. Meet at the ABDNHA parking lot at 7:50 a.m. Drive five minutes to Hellhole\, then take a 40-minute shuttle to Culp Valley. Limited to 9 participants. No charge\, but registration required. Call or visit the Nature Center at 760-767-3098 to reserve.\n\nNote: Must have a State Park Pass or pay a $10 day-use parking fee.
URL:https://abdnha.org/activity/hike-hellhole-canyon-to-culp-valley/
LOCATION:ABDNHA Parking Lot\, 652 Palm Canyon Drive\, Borrego Springs\, CA\, 92004\, United States
CATEGORIES:Hike
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261203T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261203T140000
DTSTAMP:20261031T225448Z
CREATED:20261031T225448Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20261031T225448Z
UID:10001256-1796284800-1796306400@abdnha.org
SUMMARY:Hike with Birding: Big Laguna Lake - FULL (Wait List)
DESCRIPTION:Leaders: Tom Keffer and Lee Christie\, ABDNHA Volunteers \nThis hike is FULL – please call ABDNHA at 760-767-3098 to get on the wait list. \nA lake in the mountains seems like an unlikely place to see birds\, but it will delight and surprise you. We’ll look for Pygmy and White-Breasted Nuthatch\, Cinnamon Teal\, Shovelers\, Canvasback\, and birds of prey. A fairly easy four miles round-trip\, with  a 120’ gain in elevation\, good tread. Travel time 1-¼ hour each way. Meet at ABDNHA by 7:50 a.m. Bring lunch/snacks\, binoculars\, water. No charge; registration required; call or visit the Nature Center at 760-767-3098.  Maximum 10 participants. \nNote: Park fee $5\, payable at the entrance.
URL:https://abdnha.org/activity/hike-with-birding-big-laguna-lake-full-wait-list/
LOCATION:ABDNHA Parking Lot\, 652 Palm Canyon Drive\, Borrego Springs\, CA\, 92004\, United States
CATEGORIES:Birding,Hike
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261205T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261205T114500
DTSTAMP:20261009T153621Z
CREATED:20261009T153621Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20261009T153621Z
UID:10001164-1796459400-1796471100@abdnha.org
SUMMARY:Hike: The Bench
DESCRIPTION:Leader: Kathy Bussey\, ABDNHA Volunteer \nThis is an easy to moderate 2.3-mile round-trip hike. Enjoy views of the Santa Rosa Mountains\, Clark Dry Lake\, and Borrego Badlands. We’ll drive up Inspiration Wash\, then hike up a wash to a memorial rock bench for a 360-degree desert view. Mostly easy\, with a short\, steep\, sandy climb near the end. 4WD/AWD required or carpool. Meet at the ABDNHA parking lot. No charge\, but call or visit the Nature Center (760-767-3098) to register.
URL:https://abdnha.org/activity/hike-the-bench/
LOCATION:ABDNHA Parking Lot\, 652 Palm Canyon Drive\, Borrego Springs\, CA\, 92004\, United States
CATEGORIES:Hike
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261206T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261206T120000
DTSTAMP:20261024T190259Z
CREATED:20261024T184950Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20261024T190259Z
UID:10001244-1796544000-1796558400@abdnha.org
SUMMARY:Hike: Bitter Creek Spring and Maybe Beyond - FULL (wait List)
DESCRIPTION:Trip Leaders: Tom Keffer and Lee Christie\, ABDNHA Volunteers \n*** Hike is FULL\, please call ABDNHA at 760-767-3098 to get on the wait list **** \nJoin us on this moderate hike to Bitter Creek Spring—one of Anza-Borrego’s few year-round springs—tucked in remote Grapevine Canyon. This tiny spring often attracts birds and wildlife\, and we may spot desert blooms. The final climb to the spring is steep. If time allows\, we may continue past the spring. 4 mi RT\, 400’ vertical. The sandy\, two-mile access road is not suitable for passenger cars\, but OK for modest SUVs. Meet in the ABDNHA parking lot by 7:50 a.m. Bring lunch/snacks and water. No charge. Call or visit the Nature Center at 760-767-3098 to reserve. Max 10.
URL:https://abdnha.org/activity/hike-bitter-creek-spring-and-maybe-beyond/
LOCATION:ABDNHA Parking Lot\, 652 Palm Canyon Drive\, Borrego Springs\, CA\, 92004\, United States
CATEGORIES:Hike
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261207T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261207T130000
DTSTAMP:20261009T155713Z
CREATED:20261009T153619Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20261009T155713Z
UID:10001169-1796632200-1796648400@abdnha.org
SUMMARY:Hike: Aggregate Cave
DESCRIPTION:Leader: Robin Halford\, ABDNHA Volunteer \nThis fairly strenuous 6.6-mile hike is in the Mecca Wilderness and Chuckwalla National Monument. Most of the walking is in washes and fairly easy.  There is a slot canyon and then a short ladder up to the Cave. Bring a flashlight or use your cell phone light if you need illumination to negotiate a short\, strenuous section of the cave. The washes may have soft sand and possibly bouldering in the slot. No charge. To register\, call or visit the Nature Center at 760-767-3098.\n\nMeeting place: From Borrego Springs\, drive north on Hwy 86\, then right (east) onto Ave 66. Go over the bypass bridge and turn right (east) at the light.  Drive 7.0 miles (2.9 miles past the canal) and park to meet the group on the left (north) side of Box Canyon Road.
URL:https://abdnha.org/activity/hike-aggregate-cave/
LOCATION:CA
CATEGORIES:Hike
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261210T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261210T130000
DTSTAMP:20261024T190001Z
CREATED:20261024T185721Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20261024T190001Z
UID:10001245-1796889600-1796907600@abdnha.org
SUMMARY:Hike with Birding: San Felipe Valley Wildlife Area - FULL (wait list)
DESCRIPTION:Leaders: Tom Keffer and Lee Christie\, ABDNHA Volunteers \n*** Hike is FULL\, please call ABDNHA at 760-767-3098 to get on the wait list **** \nThis is a hike with a focus on birding\, a pleasant\, fairly easy walk through a little-visited preserve. Many migrants frequent the reserve\, especially in the riparian woodlands along San Felipe Creek. We will look for Roadrunner\, Cooper’s Hawk\, Oak Titmouse\, Bluebirds\, and Acorn Woodpeckers. 4 mi RT\, 250’ of elevation gain\, easy tread. You must buy a $5.97 personal pass for this walk! See https://www.licenses.wildlife.ca.gov/internetsales/\, then select “Guest”\, then “Lands Pass”. Area of use is “San Felipe Valley Wildlife Area”. Meet at ABDNHA by 7:50 a.m. Bring lunch/snacks\, binoculars\, and water. No charge\, but registration is required. Register at the Nature Center or 760-767-3098. Max 10 people.
URL:https://abdnha.org/activity/hike-with-birding-san-felipe-valley-wildlife-area/
LOCATION:ABDNHA Parking Lot\, 652 Palm Canyon Drive\, Borrego Springs\, CA\, 92004\, United States
CATEGORIES:Hike
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261212T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261212T113000
DTSTAMP:20261009T155404Z
CREATED:20261009T155404Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20261009T155404Z
UID:10001210-1797069600-1797075000@abdnha.org
SUMMARY:Walk: Historic Borrego Walkabout
DESCRIPTION:Leader: Selden McKee\, ABDNHA Volunteer \nCurious about the story of Borrego Springs\, from its historic beginnings to today? Enjoy a walk around the town while hearing about the people\, places\, and buildings of this tiny desert town that we love. We will start at ABDNHA and cover roughly 1.5 miles\, all on flat terrain. Wear comfortable walking shoes and a good sun hat\, and bring water. No charge\, but registration required. Call or visit the Nature Center at 760-767-3098 to reserve.
URL:https://abdnha.org/activity/walk-historic-borrego-walkabout/
LOCATION:ABDNHA Parking Lot\, 652 Palm Canyon Drive\, Borrego Springs\, CA\, 92004\, United States
CATEGORIES:Hike
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261213T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261213T110000
DTSTAMP:20261024T192811Z
CREATED:20261024T192811Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20261024T192811Z
UID:10001246-1797148800-1797159600@abdnha.org
SUMMARY:Hike: Little Grand Canyon Overlook - FULL (wait list)
DESCRIPTION:Leaders: Tom Keffer and Lee Christie \n*** Hike is FULL\, please call ABDNHA at 760-767-3098 to get on the wait list **** \n“Little Grand Canyon” is an impressive\, although small\, slot canyon in Coyote Canyon\, near Desert Gardens. We will make two trips this year. This one is a fairly easy one with a view down into the canyon. Access is via a sandy road that is usually no problem for most 2WD. 3 mi RT\, 400’ vertical\, good tread with some small rubble. Meet at ABDNHA by 7:50 a.m. Bring snacks and water. No charge\, but registration required. Register at the Nature Center or 760-767-3098. Max 10.
URL:https://abdnha.org/activity/hike-little-grand-canyon-overlook/
LOCATION:ABDNHA Parking Lot\, 652 Palm Canyon Drive\, Borrego Springs\, CA\, 92004\, United States
CATEGORIES:Hike
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261215T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261215T140000
DTSTAMP:20261009T162333Z
CREATED:20261009T155401Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20261009T162333Z
UID:10001215-1797321600-1797343200@abdnha.org
SUMMARY:Hike: Pegleg Playa Loop
DESCRIPTION:Leader: Terri Straub\, ABDNHA Volunteer \nThis strenuous 6-mile hike gains 1\,200 feet and follows a mix of old Jeep roads and steep\, rocky gullies. The route leads to an impressive ancient lakebed in the lower Coyote Mountains. All vehicles are suitable. Limited to 15 people. Meet at ABDNHA by 7:50 a.m. Bring snacks\, lunch\, and water. No charge. Call or visit the Nature Center at 760-767-3098 to reserve.
URL:https://abdnha.org/activity/hike-pegleg-playa-loop/
LOCATION:ABDNHA Parking Lot\, 652 Palm Canyon Drive\, Borrego Springs\, CA\, 92004\, United States
CATEGORIES:Hike
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261216T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261216T160000
DTSTAMP:20261009T162205Z
CREATED:20261009T155400Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20261009T162205Z
UID:10001216-1797408000-1797436800@abdnha.org
SUMMARY:Hike: Coyote Mountain
DESCRIPTION:Leaders: Greg Winterowd & Amy Brueggemeyer\, ABDNHA Volunteers \nThis is a strenuous 8-mile hike through creosote\, ocotillo\, and teddy bear cholla\, with views of Borrego Springs from the top. Wear sturdy shoes or boots\, a hat\, sun protection (it’s exposed)\, and bring water\, a snack\, and optional poles. Meet at the ABDNHA parking lot at 7:50 a.m. for a 20-minute drive. Carpooling recommended; 4WD preferred. No charge. Register at the Nature Center or 760-767-3098. Limit 9.
URL:https://abdnha.org/activity/hike-coyote-mountain/
LOCATION:ABDNHA Parking Lot\, 652 Palm Canyon Drive\, Borrego Springs\, CA\, 92004\, United States
CATEGORIES:Hike
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261217T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261217T140000
DTSTAMP:20261009T160738Z
CREATED:20261009T160553Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20261009T160738Z
UID:10001218-1797494400-1797516000@abdnha.org
SUMMARY:Hike with Birding: Pacific Crest Trail to Eagle Rock
DESCRIPTION:Leaders: Tom Keffer and Lee Christie\, ABDNHA Volunteers\nBird-focused hike on the PCT along Cañada Verde Creek and grasslands to Eagle Rock. Look for raptors\, Wild Turkey\, Oak Titmouse\, Bluebirds\, and Acorn Woodpeckers. 6.5 miles round trip\, 700′ gain\, easy tread. Meet at ABDNHA by 7:50 a.m. Bring lunch/snacks\, binoculars\, and water. No charge; registration required. Reserve by calling or visiting the Nature Center at 760-767-3098. Max 10.
URL:https://abdnha.org/activity/hike-with-birding-pacific-crest-trail-to-eagle-rock/
LOCATION:ABDNHA Parking Lot\, 652 Palm Canyon Drive\, Borrego Springs\, CA\, 92004\, United States
CATEGORIES:Birding,Hike
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261218T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261218T130000
DTSTAMP:20261009T160907Z
CREATED:20261009T160552Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20261009T160907Z
UID:10001219-1797582600-1797598800@abdnha.org
SUMMARY:Hike: Glorietta Canyon
DESCRIPTION:Leader: Amy Brewster\, Volunteer Naturalist\nThis is a moderate to strenuous hike over a saddle and up a side wash to an overlook of Borrego Valley\, with some boulder sections along the trail. Bring water\, snack\, hiking shoes\, and optional poles. Carpooling encouraged. Max 15 people. Meet at the ABDNHA parking lot. No charge; registration required. Register at the Nature Center or 760-767-3098.
URL:https://abdnha.org/activity/hike-glorietta-canyon/
LOCATION:ABDNHA Parking Lot\, 652 Palm Canyon Drive\, Borrego Springs\, CA\, 92004\, United States
CATEGORIES:Hike
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261223T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261223T200000
DTSTAMP:20261009T160550Z
CREATED:20261009T160550Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20261009T160550Z
UID:10001222-1798047000-1798056000@abdnha.org
SUMMARY:Full Moon Walk: South Palm Wash
DESCRIPTION:Leader: Mike McElhatton\, ABDNHA Education Program Director\n\nExperience the unique and serene beauty of moonlit canyon walls as ABDNHA Program Director Mike McElhatton leads a 1.5-mile walk through South Palm Wash. Mostly easy\, with a few short\, steep inclines that require some flexibility. Meet at the ABDNHA office to carpool. Bring a flashlight\, water\, and hiking shoes. Max 22. No charge. Cancels with cloud cover. Call or visit the Nature Center at 760-767-3098 to reserve\, and leave a cell number for weather-related updates or cancellations.
URL:https://abdnha.org/activity/full-moon-walk-south-palm-wash-3/
LOCATION:ABDNHA Library\, 652 Palm Canyon Drive\, Borrego Springs\, CA\, 92004\, United States
CATEGORIES:Hike
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261225T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261225T110000
DTSTAMP:20261024T193448Z
CREATED:20261024T193448Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20261024T193448Z
UID:10001247-1798185600-1798196400@abdnha.org
SUMMARY:Bird Walk: Christmas Day Bird Walk at Rams Hill Golf Course - FULL (wait list)
DESCRIPTION:Leaders: Tom Keffer and Lee Christie\, ABDNHA Volunteers \n*** Hike is FULL\, please call ABDNHA at 760-767-3098 to get on the wait list **** \nLooking for something different on Christmas morning? Join us at a top Borrego birding spot—open to us for one day only. Spot Cinnamon and Green-winged Teal\, Gadwall\, Grebes\, and more on this easy walk. 4 miles round trip\, 100′ gain. Meet at the ABDNHA parking lot by 7:50 a.m. Bring snacks\, binoculars\, and water. No charge. Reserve at 760-767-3098. Max 10.
URL:https://abdnha.org/activity/bird-walk-christmas-day-bird-walk-at-rams-hill-golf-course/
LOCATION:ABDNHA Parking Lot\, 652 Palm Canyon Drive\, Borrego Springs\, CA\, 92004\, United States
CATEGORIES:Birding,Hike
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261229T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261229T140000
DTSTAMP:20261009T163144Z
CREATED:20261009T162946Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20261009T163144Z
UID:10001225-1798531200-1798552800@abdnha.org
SUMMARY:Hike: Casino (Lots of Slots!) Hike Loop
DESCRIPTION:Leader: Terri Straub\, ABDNHA Volunteer\nThis strenuous 6-mile hike gains 900 feet and passes through four\, possibly five\, slot canyons. Expect challenging dry falls and one very steep\, rocky climb. AWD vehicles can reach the South Palm Wash trailhead; passenger cars should park at the top and walk 0.2 mile down to the start. Limited to 15 people. Meet at ABDNHA by 7:50 a.m. Bring lunch\, snacks\, and water. No charge. Come in or call 760-767-3098 to reserve.
URL:https://abdnha.org/activity/hike-casino-lots-of-slots-hike-loop/
LOCATION:ABDNHA Parking Lot\, 652 Palm Canyon Drive\, Borrego Springs\, CA\, 92004\, United States
CATEGORIES:Hike
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261230T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261230T160000
DTSTAMP:20261024T194600Z
CREATED:20261024T194414Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20261024T194600Z
UID:10001248-1798617600-1798646400@abdnha.org
SUMMARY:Hike: Ladder Canyon (Mecca) - FULL (wait list)
DESCRIPTION:Leaders: Greg Winterowd & Amy Brueggemeyer\, ABDNHA Volunteers \n*** Hike is FULL\, please call ABDNHA at 760-767-3098 to get on the wait list **** \nStrenuous. A beautiful\, unique hike that involves climbing ladders as we ascend through a narrow canyon. Climb through creosote\, ocotillo\, and teddy bear cholla. View of Borrego Springs from the top. Wear proper hiking shoes or boots\, a hat\, and sun protection; it’s exposed. Bring plenty of water and a snack\, and poles if desired. Meet at the ABDNHA parking lot at 7:50 a.m. for a 50-minute drive. Carpooling recommended; 4-wheel drive preferred. No charge\, but registration required. Register at the Nature Center or 760-767-3098. Max 9.
URL:https://abdnha.org/activity/hike-ladder-canyon-mecca/
LOCATION:ABDNHA Parking Lot\, 652 Palm Canyon Drive\, Borrego Springs\, CA\, 92004\, United States
CATEGORIES:Hike
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261231T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261231T110000
DTSTAMP:20261009T163434Z
CREATED:20261009T162944Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20261009T163434Z
UID:10001227-1798704000-1798714800@abdnha.org
SUMMARY:Bird Walk: Beginning Birding at Borrego Springs Resort
DESCRIPTION:Leaders: Tom Keffer and Lee Christie\, ABDNHA Volunteers\nStart the New Year with a resolution: start birding! If you can’t tell a sparrow from a flycatcher from a wren\, this trip is for you! Instead of racking up species\, we will slow down and take more time with each bird\, learning how to tell them apart. We’ll bring a scope\, so you’ll get a good look at each bird’s distinguishing features. This is a 2.0-mile walk\, with no elevation gain\, on an easy trail. Meet in the ABDNHA parking lot by 7:50 a.m. Bring snacks\, binoculars\, and water. No charge. Register at the Nature Center or 760-767-3098. Max 10.
URL:https://abdnha.org/activity/bird-walk-beginning-birding-at-borrego-springs-resort/
LOCATION:ABDNHA Parking Lot\, 652 Palm Canyon Drive\, Borrego Springs\, CA\, 92004\, United States
CATEGORIES:Birding,Hike
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