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SUMMARY:Short Walk in ABDNHA's Desert Garden
DESCRIPTION:Leader: Amateur Botanist Kathy Bussey \nJoin Kathy Bussey for a short stroll around ABDNHA’s desert garden\, a peaceful and beautiful spot filled with desert plants from throughout the southwest deserts\, trees\, cacti\, shrubs\, and annual flowers\, featuring many colorful signs and artwork. The garden begins to bloom in mid-February. Bird activity\, artwork\, and information panels lend additional color. The garden surface is flat\, making it very easy to walk on. Meet in the ABDNHA parking lot. Call or drop by the Nature Center to register.  Also presented on Jan. 11\, and Jan. 25.
URL:https://abdnha.org/activity/short-walk-in-abdnhas-desert-garden-3/
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:20251220T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251220T193000
DTSTAMP:20260426T023658
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LAST-MODIFIED:20251215T171600Z
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SUMMARY:Stargazing: The Orion Nebula\, Star Factory in the Great Hunter
DESCRIPTION:Speaker: Astronomer Randolph Baron \nWhat in “heavens” is a star factory? Join us and find out. In the ABDNHA Library. General Public $12\, Members $10\, Volunteers $8. Register online or at the Nature Center\, 760-767-3098.  Half-hour lecture followed by stargazing. Stargazing may be cancelled with cloud cover.
URL:https://abdnha.org/activity/stargazing-the-orion-nebula-star-factory-in-the-great-hunter/
LOCATION:ABDNHA Library\, 652 Palm Canyon Drive\, Borrego Springs\, CA\, 92004\, United States
CATEGORIES:In-Person Lecture,Stargazing
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251225T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251225T110000
DTSTAMP:20260426T023658
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LAST-MODIFIED:20251206T220841Z
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SUMMARY:Birding Walk: Rams Hill Golf Course (Easy)
DESCRIPTION:Leaders: Tom Keffer and Lee Christie\, ABDNHA Volunteers \nLooking for something different to do on Christmas morning? Join us at one of the better birding spots in the Borrego area! Generally closed to the public\, we have permission to walk the course on the one day of the year when it’s closed. Look for Cinnamon and Green-winged Teal\, Gadwall\, Grebes\, and others. Four miles round-trip\, 100′ vertical. Meet at ABDNHA by 7:50 am. Bring snacks\, binoculars\, and water. Call 760-767-3098 to reserve. Limit: 10
URL:https://abdnha.org/activity/birding-walk-rams-hill-golf-course-easy/
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:20251226T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251226T120000
DTSTAMP:20260426T023658
CREATED:20251006T211319Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251130T080102Z
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SUMMARY:ABDNHA Friendly Friday Bike Ride
DESCRIPTION:Leader: Paul Petersen\, ABDNHA Volunteer. \nRelaxed social ride of 20-30 miles\, mostly flat\, at a 10-12 mph pace. Routes vary weekly\, and fun rides to highlight the roads less traveled. Return times vary depending on the chosen route. FREE\, every Friday. No registration required. Meet in the parking lot opposite the County Public Library.
URL:https://abdnha.org/activity/abdnha-friendly-friday-bike-ride/2025-12-26/
LOCATION:CA
CATEGORIES:Biking
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251227T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251227T193000
DTSTAMP:20260426T023658
CREATED:20251116T213856Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251215T171755Z
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SUMMARY:Lecture: Boomer Archaeologist
DESCRIPTION:Speaker: Thomas Levy\, Ph.D. \n“I had better write my story down before I forget it\,” is what world-renowned archaeologist of the deserts of the Holy Land\, Professor Thomas Levy\, thought to himself when he retired from teaching.  There are many layers to the stories that Tom shares with us tonight in his latest book\, “The Boomer Archaeologist: A Graphic Memoir of Tribes\, Identity\, and the Holy Land.” The book is written for many different audiences\, with stories woven together for his family\, his many students\, his professional colleagues\, the Boomer\, Millennials\, and later generations in the USA\, the Jewish world\, and for those archaeologists now charting the future of archaeology\, with new technologies that offer new approaches\, and changes in the way the field of archaeology views itself. Join us for this interview-format presentation. The book is a lot of fun to read\, with graphic illustrations done by his niece\, Lily Almeida\, based in London. Signed copies of the book will be available for purchase at the end of the presentation at the reception. Location: The ABDNHA Library. General Public: $12\, Members: $10\, Volunteers: $8. Register online at www.abdnha.org or at the nature center\, 760-767-3098.
URL:https://abdnha.org/activity/boomer-archaeologist-251227/
LOCATION:ABDNHA Library\, 652 Palm Canyon Drive\, Borrego Springs\, CA\, 92004\, United States
CATEGORIES:In-Person Lecture
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251228T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251228T130000
DTSTAMP:20260426T023658
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SUMMARY:Hike: Little Grand Canyon (Moderate to Fairly Strenuous) - FULL (waitlist)
DESCRIPTION:Hike Leaders: Tom Keffer and Lee Christie\, ABDNHA Volunteers \nHIKE IS FULL – PLEASE CALL ABDNHA TO GET ON WAITLIST \n“Little Grand Canyon” is an impressive\, although small\, slot canyon in Coyote Canyon\, near Desert Gardens. This will be our second trip this season\, this time up the canyon itself. The trail meanders up a classic slot canyon\, getting continually rougher — stop when it’s too much for you. If you make it all the way\, you’ll be squeezing through a low-overhead tunnel. Five miles round-trip\, 600’ vertical\, mostly good tread\, with more rocks\, rubble\, and step-ups near the end. Access is via a sandy road that is usually no problem for most 2WD. Meet at ABDNHA by 7:50 am. Bring lunch/snacks\, water. Call 760-767-3098 to reserve. Limit: 10.
URL:https://abdnha.org/activity/hike-little-grand-canyon-moderate-to-fairly-strenuous-full-waitlist/
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:20251230T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251230T150000
DTSTAMP:20260426T023658
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SUMMARY:Hike: Moonlight Canyon - Inner Pasture Loop Car Shuttle (Strenuous)
DESCRIPTION:Leaders: Carmelita Logerwell and Terri Straub \nHike 10 miles\, 1100’ gain. After leaving a few vehicles at the hike’s end\, we drive three miles back to Agua Caliente Park. After less than a mile on the Moonlight Canyon trail\, we deviate up to the Inner Pasture overlook. Lots of little dry falls to navigate! Then we descend into Inner Pasture\, walk a mile through it\, then back to the road via an easy\, very scenic unnamed canyon. Max. 15 people. Meet at ABDNHA by 7:50 am. Bring lunch\, snacks\, and water. Call 760-767-3098 to reserve.
URL:https://abdnha.org/activity/hike-moonlight-canyon-inner-pasture-loop-car-shuttle-strenuous/
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:20260102T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260102T120000
DTSTAMP:20260426T023658
CREATED:20251006T211319Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251130T080102Z
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SUMMARY:ABDNHA Friendly Friday Bike Ride
DESCRIPTION:Leader: Paul Petersen\, ABDNHA Volunteer. \nRelaxed social ride of 20-30 miles\, mostly flat\, at a 10-12 mph pace. Routes vary weekly\, and fun rides to highlight the roads less traveled. Return times vary depending on the chosen route. FREE\, every Friday. No registration required. Meet in the parking lot opposite the County Public Library.
URL:https://abdnha.org/activity/abdnha-friendly-friday-bike-ride/2026-01-02/
LOCATION:CA
CATEGORIES:Biking
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260102T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260102T193000
DTSTAMP:20260426T023658
CREATED:20260101T225141Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260101T225141Z
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SUMMARY:Lecture: Native Baskets - Function and Art - CANCELLED
DESCRIPTION:THIS PROGRAM IS CANCELLED. \nSpeaker: Robin TenEyck \nWoven baskets have served essential functions in societies worldwide for thousands of years. However\, there is also an artistry to creating beautiful baskets\, and Robin TenEyck has been weaving exquisite ones for many years. In tonight’s program\, Robin displays some of her baskets as well as Kumeyaay and Diegueno baskets from her collection. She also discusses the history of basket making among Southern California’s native people\, and how the arrival of the railroads in California led to a significant shift from utilitarian to decorative baskets\, prompting the establishment of trading posts and a growing interest in collecting baskets for display as artwork. At the ABDNHA Library. General Public: $12\, Members: $10\, Volunteers: $8. Register online or at the Nature Center\, 760-767-3098.
URL:https://abdnha.org/activity/lecture-native-baskets-function-and-art-cancelled/
LOCATION:ABDNHA Library\, 652 Palm Canyon Drive\, Borrego Springs\, CA\, 92004\, United States
CATEGORIES:In-Person Lecture
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260103T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260103T113000
DTSTAMP:20260426T023658
CREATED:20251206T220717Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251206T220717Z
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SUMMARY:Auto Tour of Borrego’s Metal Sculptures
DESCRIPTION:Leader: ABDNHA Program Director Mike McElhatton \nJoin Mike on this auto tour of the outdoor sculptures in the Borrego Valley\, including the newest addition\, the Roadrunner and the Rattlesnake! See the sculptures\, hear the story they were created to tell\, and how and why they were made. No charge. Limit: 22\, registration required. Visit or call the Nature Center to register\, 760-767-3098.  We will carpool from the ABDNHA parking lot.
URL:https://abdnha.org/activity/auto-tour-of-borregos-metal-sculptures/
LOCATION:ABDNHA Parking Lot\, 652 Palm Canyon Drive\, Borrego Springs\, CA\, 92004\, United States
CATEGORIES:Auto Tour
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260103T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260103T143000
DTSTAMP:20260426T023658
CREATED:20251206T220717Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251206T220717Z
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SUMMARY:Public Presentation of the New Desert Botany Club
DESCRIPTION:Coordinator: Don Rideout \nIf you are interested in being part of this new ABDNHA club or would like to learn more\, there are two programs today you’ll want to attend. From 1:00 pm to 2:30 pm\, there will be an open meeting to discuss the club’s activities\, such as field trips\, hikes\, lectures\, gardening\, and more. From 6:30 pm to 7:30 pm is the first club presentation\, “The Plants of the Anza-Borrego Desert” in the ABDNHA Library. (See 6:30 below for more information.)  Note: This afternoon’s meeting requires no pre-registration. The lecture on Saturday night does require registration and a fee. 
URL:https://abdnha.org/activity/public-presentation-of-the-new-desert-botany-club/
LOCATION:ABDNHA Library\, 652 Palm Canyon Drive\, Borrego Springs\, CA\, 92004\, United States
CATEGORIES:Club
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260103T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260103T210000
DTSTAMP:20260426T023658
CREATED:20260103T172400Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260103T172400Z
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SUMMARY:Full Moon Walk: South Palm Wash (Easy) - CANCELLED DUE TO WEATHER
DESCRIPTION:Leader: Mike McElhatton\, ABDNHA Education Director \nJoin ABDNHA’s Program Director Mike McElhatton on this month’s Full Moon Walk in South Palm Wash. Experience the unique and serene beauty of moonlight on the canyon walls as we take a 1.5-mile walk through South Palm Wash. This is primarily a moderate walk\, with a few areas that require “big steps” and flexibility on inclines. We meet at the ABDNHA Library and carpool from there. A flashlight\, water\, and good hiking shoes are required. Space is limited to 22. Activity cancels whenever cloud cover limits the moonlight. No charge. Call the Nature Center at 760-767-3098 to make a reservation.
URL:https://abdnha.org/activity/full-moon-walk-south-palm-wash-easy-cancelled-due-to-weather/
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:20260103T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260103T193000
DTSTAMP:20260426T023658
CREATED:20251228T165628Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251228T165628Z
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SUMMARY:Lecture: Plants of Anza-Borrego Desert
DESCRIPTION:Desert Botany Series \nSpeaker: Don Rideout\, Desert Botany Club \nThis session will inaugurate ABDNHA’s Desert Botany Series with an overview of the plants of the Anza-Borrego Desert and adjacent areas. It is intended for beginners and those who want to refresh their botanical knowledge. The most commonly seen species will be highlighted. Subsequent sessions will focus on specific plant families\, locations\, and topics.  In the ABDNHA Library. Registration required. General Public: $12\, Members: $10\, Volunteers: $8. Register online at abdnha.org or at the Nature Center\, 760-767-3098.
URL:https://abdnha.org/activity/lecture-plants-of-anza-borrego-desert-2/
LOCATION:ABDNHA Library\, 652 Palm Canyon Drive\, Borrego Springs\, CA\, 92004\, United States
CATEGORIES:In-Person Lecture
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260104T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260104T120000
DTSTAMP:20260426T023658
CREATED:20251224T223837Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251227T175234Z
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SUMMARY:Beginning Birding: Borrego Springs Resort (Easy) - FULL (waitlist)
DESCRIPTION:Leaders: Tom Keffer and Lee Christie\, ABDNHA Volunteers \nIf 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 individual bird\, learning how to identify them. We will be carrying a scope\, so you’ll get a good look at what distinguishes a bird. 1.5 miles\, no elevation gain\, easy trail. Meet in the ABDNHA parking lot by 8:50 am.  Bring snacks\, binoculars\, and water. Call 760-767-3098 to reserve. Limit: 10.
URL:https://abdnha.org/activity/beginning-birding-borrego-springs-resort-easy-full-waitlist/
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:20260106T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260106T150000
DTSTAMP:20260426T023658
CREATED:20260102T225611Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260102T230710Z
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SUMMARY:Hike: "Rockhouse hike" REPLACED BY RATTLESNAKE CANYON (STRENUOUS) DUE TO FLOODING - FULL (waitlist)
DESCRIPTION:Leaders: Carmelita Logerwell and Terri Straub \nHIKE IS FULL – PLEASE CALL ABDNHA at 760-767-3098 to get on waitlist. \nHike 8 miles\, 1375’ gain. Walk up a beautiful canyon to where it ends at an interesting 25 foot dry waterfall. Have fun figuring out the best way up the canyon\, as it is quite wide\, and there are many different routes you could take\, and many rocks to step up and around. But none of them are too difficult. No dirt driving\, park right off the road. Max 15 people. Meet at ABDNHA by 7:50. Bring lunch\, snacks\, and water. Call 760-767-3098 to reserve.
URL:https://abdnha.org/activity/hike-rockhouse-hike-replaced-by-rattlesnake-canyon-strenuous-due-to-flooding-full-waitlist-copy/
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:20260106T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260106T120000
DTSTAMP:20260426T023658
CREATED:20251206T220715Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251206T220715Z
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SUMMARY:Nature Journaling (Easy)
DESCRIPTION:Leaders: Pat Matthews and Selden McKee\, ABDNHA Volunteers \nThis activity repeats on the first Tuesdays of the month to explore nature journaling in the ABDNHA garden and in the field until noon.  No experience necessary — just a curiosity about the natural world. Participants will need a small\, unlined journal\, a pencil\, an eraser\, a micron pen\, colored pencils or a compact watercolor set\, and a chair. We will be outdoors\, so a sun hat\, water\, and a snack are recommended. Meet in the parking lot of ABDNHA. No charge; call the Nature Center to reserve.
URL:https://abdnha.org/activity/nature-journaling-easy/
LOCATION:ABDNHA Parking Lot\, 652 Palm Canyon Drive\, Borrego Springs\, CA\, 92004\, United States
CATEGORIES:Journaling
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260107T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260107T200000
DTSTAMP:20260426T023658
CREATED:20260105T192250Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260105T192250Z
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SUMMARY:Lecture: Life in the Borderlands - the History of Crossing the California-Mexico Border
DESCRIPTION:Desert Lecture Series \nSpeaker: Immigration Historian Deborah Kang\, Ph.D. \nIn the early 1900s\, people freely crossed back and forth between California and Mexico because federal immigration laws were not strongly enforced\, and the two sides were often regarded as parts of the same community.  World War I and the Mexican Revolution led to this change\, as strict regulations were imposed amid growing concerns about foreign enemies and immigrants. Residents in the borderlands strongly objected because they relied upon easy crossings for their society\, family ties\, and economy.  Their objections led to enforcement being relaxed once again.  Our speaker tonight\, Deborah Kang\, is an immigration historian who will explain the evolution of laws and practices along the California-Mexico border\, from around 1900 to the present day.  Join us for this lecture at the Borrego Springs Performing Arts Center. The program is free for ABDNHA members\, and $10 at the door for the general public. Seating is first-come\, first-served.
URL:https://abdnha.org/activity/lecture-life-in-the-borderlands-the-history-of-crossing-the-california-mexico-border-2/
LOCATION:Borrego Springs Performing Arts Center\, 590 Palm Canyon Drive\, Borrego Springs\, CA\, 92004\, United States
CATEGORIES:In-Person Lecture
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260108T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260108T140000
DTSTAMP:20260426T023658
CREATED:20260106T225448Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260106T225448Z
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SUMMARY:Birding Walk: Dos Palmas Reserve (Easy)
DESCRIPTION:Leaders: Tom Keffer and Lee Christie\, ABDNHA Volunteers \nDos Palmas is a delightful desert oasis on the northeast side of the Salton Sea. First\, we’ll visit a cathedral-like grove of desert palm trees. Then\, a one-mile walk with beautiful desert views leads us to a series of ponds surrounded by lots of vegetation\, which attract a variety of birds. We’ll look for Ring-necked Duck\, Bufflehead\, Ruddy Duck\, Sora\, Kingfisher\, and others. Maybe we’ll get lucky and see a Prairie Falcon. Total distance\, five miles\, flat. The travel time is 1.5 hours each way. Meet at ABDNHA by 7:50 am. Bring lunch/snacks\, binoculars\, and water. Call 760-767-3098 to reserve. Limit: 10.
URL:https://abdnha.org/activity/birding-walk-dos-palmas-reserve-easy/
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:20260109T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260109T120000
DTSTAMP:20260426T023658
CREATED:20251006T211319Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251130T080102Z
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SUMMARY:ABDNHA Friendly Friday Bike Ride
DESCRIPTION:Leader: Paul Petersen\, ABDNHA Volunteer. \nRelaxed social ride of 20-30 miles\, mostly flat\, at a 10-12 mph pace. Routes vary weekly\, and fun rides to highlight the roads less traveled. Return times vary depending on the chosen route. FREE\, every Friday. No registration required. Meet in the parking lot opposite the County Public Library.
URL:https://abdnha.org/activity/abdnha-friendly-friday-bike-ride/2026-01-09/
LOCATION:CA
CATEGORIES:Biking
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260109T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260109T193000
DTSTAMP:20260426T023658
CREATED:20260106T002752Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260106T002752Z
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SUMMARY:Lecture: The Story of the Salton Sea - FULL
DESCRIPTION:THIS PROGRAM IS FULL. \nSpeaker: Dave Blanchet\, (ret.) Hydrologist \nFirst there was the geology\, and then came the flood.  The Salton Sea is located along the San Andreas Fault\, and it is geology that repeatedly created and drained a vast natural lake over millions of years\, called Lake Cahuilla\, in what is now the Imperial Valley. Starting in the 20th century\, agriculture began to flourish in California’s Imperial Valley\, and diversion canals were dug to divert water from the Colorado River into the dry desert.  But the wild nature of the Colorado River soon took the upper hand. Events went horribly awry as record-breaking floodwaters destroyed the manmade dams and canals\, and the full flow of the Colorado River flowed unabated into the Salton Trough for two years. Only through immense effort was the flooding finally stopped\, and the Colorado River returned to its course\, flowing into the Sea of Cortez.  Tonight’s speaker\, Dave Blanchet\, is a retired hydrologist from Anchorage\, Alaska\, and a lifetime member of ABDNHA.  General Public: $12\, Members: $10\, Volunteers: $8. Please register at www.abdnha.org or at the Nature Center\, 760-767-3098.
URL:https://abdnha.org/activity/lecture-the-story-of-the-salton-sea-full/
LOCATION:ABDNHA Library\, 652 Palm Canyon Drive\, Borrego Springs\, CA\, 92004\, United States
CATEGORIES:In-Person Lecture
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260110T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260110T150000
DTSTAMP:20260426T023658
CREATED:20251224T230318Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251224T230318Z
UID:10000890-1768032000-1768057200@abdnha.org
SUMMARY:Hike: Hornblende Canyon (Moderate) - FULL (waitlist)
DESCRIPTION:Leader: Rachel Rench\, ABDNHA Volunteer \nMeet at the ABDNHA parking lot at 8:00 am to carpool to a parking area South of Blair Valley. Parking is limited there\, so we need to take as few cars as possible. The hike up Hornblende Canyon is fairly flat in the beginning\, but you’ll need to be able to navigate a few small dry waterfalls until we reach a 40-foot-high dry waterfall and our turnaround point. We’ll eat lunch here and then return the way we came. This hike will be limited to 15 people. Call the Nature Center to reserve.
URL:https://abdnha.org/activity/hike-hornblende-canyon-moderate-full-waitlist/
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:20260110T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260110T120000
DTSTAMP:20260426T023658
CREATED:20251224T231438Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251224T231438Z
UID:10000891-1768033800-1768046400@abdnha.org
SUMMARY:Hike: West Truckhaven Wash (Moderate) - FULL (waitlist)
DESCRIPTION:Leader: Kathy Bussey\, ABDNHA Volunteer \nA mile east of Arroyo Salado\, on the North side of S22\, lie the unique Truckhaven Rocks\, a Swiss cheese sandstone formation. This 2.3-mile round-trip hike skirts the West side of the Rocks. We will walk up a sandy wash that eventually narrows between weathered sandstone walls. The hike is easy. However\, there is one three-foot dry waterfall that we need to climb up. Meet at ABDNHA and be willing to carpool. 2WD OK. Bring water\, snacks\, a hat\, and sturdy boots. Call 760-767-3098 to reserve. Limit: 18.
URL:https://abdnha.org/activity/hike-west-truckhaven-wash-moderate-full-waitlist/
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:20260110T153000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260110T163000
DTSTAMP:20260426T023658
CREATED:20251206T220713Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251215T173000Z
UID:10000836-1768059000-1768062600@abdnha.org
SUMMARY:Astronomy Lecture: Fossils of the Solar System
DESCRIPTION:Speaker: Dr. Neil Farber \nJust as fossils on Earth are remnants of past life forms\, there are astronomical fossils in space dating back to the early days of the Solar System\, which may provide insights into how the Solar System and life itself originated. NASA is conducting a multitude of missions to study asteroids\, aiming to enhance our understanding of the Solar System and explore ways to mitigate the threats posed by potential collisions with Earth. General Public: $12\, Members: $10\, Volunteers: $8. You can register online at www.abdnhaorg or at the Nature Center\, 760-767-3098. Held in the ABDNHA Library.
URL:https://abdnha.org/activity/astronomy-lecture-fossils-of-the-solar-system/
LOCATION:ABDNHA Library\, 652 Palm Canyon Drive\, Borrego Springs\, CA\, 92004\, United States
CATEGORIES:In-Person Lecture
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://abdnha.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/12/260110-fossilsofsolarsystem.jpg
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260111T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260111T120000
DTSTAMP:20260426T023658
CREATED:20251206T220713Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251206T220713Z
UID:10000835-1768118400-1768132800@abdnha.org
SUMMARY:Hike: Sentenac Mountain Loop (Strenuous)
DESCRIPTION:Leader: Tom Keffer\, ABDNHA Volunteer \nWe start with a pleasant hike up well-shaded Plum Canyon\, but then after a mile\, we’ll head off-trail up a rough canyon\, heading for the summit of Sentenac Mountain. The views on top are sweeping. The descent rejoins the Plum Canyon trail about a half mile from the parking area. Three miles round-trip\, 800’ vertical. Steep with an occasional cholla. Sandy 1.5-mile access road\, suitable for most 2WD. Meet at ABDNHA by 7:50 am. Wear sturdy boots (no tennies!) and long pants. Bring lunch/snacks\, water. Call 760-767-3098 to reserve. Limit: 10.
URL:https://abdnha.org/activity/hike-sentenac-mountain-loop-strenuous/
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:20260111T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260111T133000
DTSTAMP:20260426T023658
CREATED:20251206T220713Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251206T220713Z
UID:10000815-1768136400-1768138200@abdnha.org
SUMMARY:Short Walk in ABDNHA's Desert Garden
DESCRIPTION:Leader: Amateur Botanist Kathy Bussey \nJoin Kathy Bussey for a short stroll around ABDNHA’s desert garden\, a peaceful and beautiful spot filled with desert plants from throughout the southwest deserts\, trees\, cacti\, shrubs\, and annual flowers\, featuring many colorful signs and artwork. The garden begins to bloom in mid-February. Bird activity\, artwork\, and information panels lend additional color. The garden surface is flat\, making it very easy to walk on. Meet in the ABDNHA Parking lot. Call or drop by the Nature Center to register. Also presented on Jan. 25.
URL:https://abdnha.org/activity/short-walk-in-abdnhas-desert-garden-5/
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:20260112T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260112T120000
DTSTAMP:20260426T023658
CREATED:20251224T231735Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260112T190351Z
UID:10000892-1768204800-1768219200@abdnha.org
SUMMARY:Hike: Truckhaven Rocks to Coachwhip (Moderate to Fairly Strenuous) - FULL (waitlist)
DESCRIPTION:Leader: Bruce Kelley\, ABDNHA Volunteer \nHIKE IS FULL – PLEASE CALL ABDNHA at 760-767-3098 to get on waitlist. \nThis walk will explore ancient rocks that were split from the Santa Rosa Mountains and uplifted due to tectonic action\, located just northwest of S22\, near the Salton Sea. This is a moderate three-mile hike mostly in Truckhaven Wash\, circling behind the main rocks visible from the highway. We will leave that wash and cross a ridge to emerge in Coachwhip Canyon. The last part up and the first part down the ridge are steep. Bring water\, hat\, sunscreen\, hiking shoes and you may want a stick (I’ll have several extras). Bring your AWD or 4WD vehicle if possible. We are going to do a shuttle hike. Meet in the parking lot of ABDNHA by 7:50 am. \n 
URL:https://abdnha.org/activity/hike-truckhaven-rocks-to-coachwhip-moderate-to-fairly-strenuous-full-waitlist/
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:20260113T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260113T120000
DTSTAMP:20260426T023658
CREATED:20260103T000750Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260103T000750Z
UID:10000912-1768296600-1768305600@abdnha.org
SUMMARY:Plant Amble (Easy) - FULL (waitlist)
DESCRIPTION:Leader: Pam Blake\, ABDNHA Volunteer \nThis is a variation on Pam’s ambles\, focused on plants. We will take a leisurely stroll through the desert\, discussing various plant adaptations that enable them to thrive in this challenging environment. Meet at the ABDNHA parking lot at 9:30 am and return by noon after a relatively short and easy walk. Call the Nature Center to reserve. Activity repeats 2nd Tuesday of the month.
URL:https://abdnha.org/activity/plant-amble-easy-full-waitlist/
LOCATION:ABDNHA Parking Lot\, 652 Palm Canyon Drive\, Borrego Springs\, CA\, 92004\, United States
CATEGORIES:Hike
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260114
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260115
DTSTAMP:20260426T023658
CREATED:20251003T175722Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251006T205409Z
UID:10000909-1768348800-1768435199@abdnha.org
SUMMARY:Borrego Rock & Gem Club (BRAG) Field Trip
DESCRIPTION:Like rocks? Join BRAG and meet other rockhounds! \nThe BRAG club field trip is every 2nd Wed\, meeting in the ABDNHA parking lot. \nNote: Field trips may start at 8:00 am or 9:00 am\, depending on the destination. We usually try to get back to Borrego around 3:00 pm.
URL:https://abdnha.org/activity/borrego-rock-gem-club-brag-field-trip/2026-01-14/
LOCATION:CA
CATEGORIES:Club,Field Trip
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260114T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260114T160000
DTSTAMP:20260426T023658
CREATED:20251226T191845Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251226T192008Z
UID:10000893-1768381200-1768406400@abdnha.org
SUMMARY:4WD Tour: Dave McCain Spring (Members Priority) - FULL (waitlist)
DESCRIPTION:Leader: Dave Walters\, ABDNHA Volunteer   \nLevel 4 Short Wheel Base Vehicle only** \nWe meet at the ABDNHA parking lot at 9:00 am\, then caravan to the trailhead at Fish Creek. We will drive 18 miles through deep sand in the canyon to reach our destination\, where we will have lunch and explore. We will return by the same route to the paved road. Bring food and water. Wear weather-appropriate clothes\, a hat\, and a chair. We will be using two-way GRMS radios on channel 15. No charge. This is a members priority trip. Stop by or call the Nature Center to reserve\, 760-767-3098. \n**Level 4 4WD REQUIRED due to deep sand\, large rocks\, steep sections\, large obstacles\, or rough conditions
URL:https://abdnha.org/activity/4wd-tour-dave-mccain-spring-members-priority-full-waitlist/
LOCATION:ABDNHA Parking Lot\, 652 Palm Canyon Drive\, Borrego Springs\, CA\, 92004\, United States
CATEGORIES:4WD
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260115T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260115T120000
DTSTAMP:20260426T023658
CREATED:20260108T005708Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260108T005708Z
UID:10000929-1768464000-1768478400@abdnha.org
SUMMARY:Birding Walk  Salton Sea Unit 1  Vendal Rd. (Easy)
DESCRIPTION:Trip Leaders: Tom Keffer and Lee Christie \nToday we head to one of the best birding locations in our region: Unit 1 of the Sonny Bono Salton Sea National Wildlife Refuge. Expect Shovelers\, Teals\, Stilts\, Avocet\, Godwit\, Dowitchers\, thousands of Snow Geese and more. Easy walk of 2 miles RT\, no elevation\, good  tread. Travel time 1 hour each way.  Meet at ABDNHA by 7:50 a.m. Bring lunch/snacks\, binoculars\, water. Call 760-767-3098 to reserve. Limit: 10
URL:https://abdnha.org/activity/birding-walk-salton-sea-unit-1-vendal-rd-easy/
LOCATION:ABDNHA Parking Lot\, 652 Palm Canyon Drive\, Borrego Springs\, CA\, 92004\, United States
CATEGORIES:Birding,Hike
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