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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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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261218T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261218T120000
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SUMMARY:Biking: ABDNHA Friendly Friday Bike Ride (Every Friday)
DESCRIPTION:Leader: Paul Petersen\, ABDNHA Volunteer \nRelaxed social ride of 20-30 mostly flat miles at a 10-12 mph pace. Routes will vary weekly; fun rides to highlight the roads less traveled. Return time will vary with the route chosen. No charge\, and no registration required. Meet in the parking lot opposite the public County Library’s south entrance.
URL:https://abdnha.org/activity/biking-abdnha-friendly-friday-bike-ride-every-friday-6/
LOCATION:Borrego Springs Library\, 2580 Country Club Rd\, Borrego Springs\, CA\, 92004\, United States
CATEGORIES:Biking
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261219T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261219T193000
DTSTAMP:20261009T190619Z
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SUMMARY:Lecture & Webinar: ABDNHA Travel Series - Penguin Safari
DESCRIPTION:Speakers: Urmi Ray and Sanjiv Nanda\, ABDNHA Volunteers\nGiant Petrels and Royal Albatrosses soar around our ship as we circumnavigate the Scotia Sea\, visiting King and Gentoo Penguin colonies in the Falklands\, South Georgia\, South Shetlands\, and the Antarctic Peninsula. Observe newly hatched Gentoo chicks\, year-old King Penguin young\, and three other penguin species. The Antarctic Convergence creates the planet’s largest marine buffet\, attracting Arctic Terns migrating over 20\,000 miles and humpback whales from Brazil to feast on krill. Through photos\, videos\, and stories\, experience the summer feeding frenzy up close. GP $12\, M $10\, V $8. Hybrid presentation: in person at the ABDNHA Library and via Zoom.\n\nTo register for the in-person lecture: Call the Nature Center at 760-767-3098\, or click here.\n\nTo register for the webinar: Click here.
URL:https://abdnha.org/activity/lecture-webinar-abdnha-travel-series-penguin-safari/
LOCATION:ABDNHA Library\, 652 Palm Canyon Drive\, Borrego Springs\, CA\, 92004\, United States
CATEGORIES:In-Person Lecture,Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261223T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261223T200000
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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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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261225T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261225T110000
DTSTAMP:20261009T171223Z
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SUMMARY:Bird Walk: Christmas Day Bird Walk at Rams Hill Golf Course
DESCRIPTION:Leaders: Tom Keffer and Lee Christie\, ABDNHA Volunteers\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:20261225T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261225T120000
DTSTAMP:20261009T162947Z
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SUMMARY:Biking: ABDNHA Friendly Friday Bike Ride (Every Friday)
DESCRIPTION:Leader: Paul Petersen\, ABDNHA Volunteer \nRelaxed social ride of 20-30 mostly flat miles at a 10-12 mph pace. Routes will vary weekly; fun rides to highlight the roads less traveled. Return time will vary with the route chosen. No charge\, and no registration required. Meet in the parking lot opposite the public County Library’s south entrance.
URL:https://abdnha.org/activity/biking-abdnha-friendly-friday-bike-ride-every-friday-7/
LOCATION:Borrego Springs Library\, 2580 Country Club Rd\, Borrego Springs\, CA\, 92004\, United States
CATEGORIES:Biking
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261229T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261229T140000
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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:20261009T163317Z
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SUMMARY:Hike: Ladder Canyon (Mecca)
DESCRIPTION:Leaders: Greg Winterowd & Amy Brueggemeyer\, ABDNHA Volunteers\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 20-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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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261231T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261231T110000
DTSTAMP:20261009T163434Z
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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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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20270313T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20270313T150000
DTSTAMP:20261009T174721Z
CREATED:20261009T173917Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20261009T174721Z
UID:10001229-1804928400-1804950000@abdnha.org
SUMMARY:ABDNHA's Annual Desert Home & Garden Tour
DESCRIPTION:Enjoy a tour of 4-6 beautiful private homes and gardens in Borrego Springs at your own pace during ABDNHA’s annual Desert Home & Garden Tour. Tickets will be available for sale in January 2027.\n\nClick here for more info.
URL:https://abdnha.org/activity/abdnhas-annual-desert-home-garden-tour/
LOCATION:CA
CATEGORIES:Special Event
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20270630
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20270701
DTSTAMP:20261009T181641Z
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SUMMARY:Mongolia Trip 2027 (Wait List)
DESCRIPTION:Join Anza-Borrego Desert Natural History Association on a tour of Mongolia\, a country full of beautiful nature and fascinating culture.  ABDNHA-GeoTours Mongolia will visit Mongolia’s highlights and will attend the annual Naadam festival in a beautiful setting. Geologist and ABDNHA Board Member Don Barrie will be the group co-leader along with GeoTours guide Matt Ebiner.\n\nClick here for more information about this trip on the ABDNHA website.\n\nClick here for more information about this trip on the GeoTours website\, and to get on the waitlist.
URL:https://abdnha.org/activity/mongolia-trip-2027/
LOCATION:CA
CATEGORIES:Special Event
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