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SUMMARY:Hike: Torote Canyon (Moderate)
DESCRIPTION:Leaders: Tom Keffer and Lee Christie\, ABDNHA Volunteers \nTypically\, the Torote Tree (Elephant Tree) grows only in the harshest deserts of Mexico\, but we have a small population here in Anza-Borrego\, its northernmost range. Three miles round-trip\, 600’ vertical\, sandy tread with a few loose rocks and step-ups. Travel time is 75 minutes each way; not suitable for passenger cars\, but okay for high-clearance all-wheel drive SUVs. 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-torote-canyon-moderate/
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:20251214T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251214T133000
DTSTAMP:20260422T051448
CREATED:20251130T083114Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251205T094931Z
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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 Dec. 20\, Jan. 11\, and Jan. 25.
URL:https://abdnha.org/activity/short-walk-in-abdnhas-desert-garden-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:20251215T075000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251215T130000
DTSTAMP:20260422T051448
CREATED:20251209T201743Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251209T201743Z
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SUMMARY:Hike: California Riding and Hiking Trail Part 1 (Moderate)
DESCRIPTION:Leader: Rachel Rench\, ABDNHA Volunteer \nMeet at the ABDNHA parking lot at 7:50 am to depart promptly at 8:00 am to set up a car shuttle. We’ll leave a set of cars at Culp Valley Camp\, then drive up to the Jasper Trail\, park the rest of the vehicles\, and begin hiking. We’ll hike three miles down the trail toward Culp Valley Camp\, then turn west to explore the Peña Spring area and the top of Hellhole Canyon. Then\, we’ll head back to Culp Valley and the first set of cars. We’ll hike approximately 5.5 miles mostly downhill\, with about 500′ of elevation gain at the end. The route may be overgrown\, making long pants\, long sleeves\, and hiking poles recommended. Limited to 12 people. Call the Nature Center to reserve\, 760-767-3098.
URL:https://abdnha.org/activity/hike-california-riding-and-hiking-trail-part-1-moderate/
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:20251216T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251216T130000
DTSTAMP:20260422T051448
CREATED:20251206T220842Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251206T220842Z
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SUMMARY:Hike: Juanito Canyon-Glorietta Canyon Loop (Strenuous)
DESCRIPTION:Leaders: Carmelita Logerwell and Terri Straub\, ABDNHA Volunteers \nHike four miles\, 500’ gain. Hike with us cross-country up Juanito Canyon to the top. There are plenty of big rocks to scramble up and around\, but nothing too difficult. Then we descend the trail through pretty Glorietta Canyon and walk 0.6 miles on the road back to the cars. Dirt road suitable for all cars. Max 15 people. Meet at ABDNHA by 7:50 am. Bring snacks and water. Call 760-767-3098 to reserve.
URL:https://abdnha.org/activity/hike-juanito-canyon-glorietta-canyon-loop-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:20251216T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251216T120000
DTSTAMP:20260422T051448
CREATED:20251206T220842Z
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SUMMARY:Nature Journaling in the Field (Easy)
DESCRIPTION:Leader: Pam Blake\, ABDNHA Volunteer \nCome practice nature journaling in the field with Pam Blake. Meet in the ABDNHA parking lot at 9:00 am and set out from there. You’ll need your own supplies and some familiarity with this practice\, as this session offers a chance for further nature journaling with a group but without instruction. No charge; call the Nature Center to reserve. This activity is repeated on the third Tuesdays of each month.
URL:https://abdnha.org/activity/nature-journaling-in-the-field-easy-2/
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:20251217T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251217T140000
DTSTAMP:20260422T051448
CREATED:20251206T220842Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251206T220842Z
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SUMMARY:4WD Tour: Sandstone Canyon (Members Priority)
DESCRIPTION:Leader: Dave Walters\, ABDNHA Volunteer \nLevel 4 Required: Short Wheel Base Vehicle only** \nWe meet at the ABDNHA parking lot at 9:00 am\, then caravan to the Fish Creek trailhead. We travel 12 miles to the entrance of Sandstone Canyon\, then drive 1.5 miles to the end of the jeep trail\, where we will take lunch and take photos. We will return by the same route to the paved road. Bring food and water. Wear weather-appropriate clothes and bring a hat and chair.  We will be using two-way GRMS radios on channel 15. No charge. Space limited. This is a members priority trip. To register\, call or visit the ABDNHA Nature Center\, 760-767-3098. \n**Level 4: 4WD with short wheel base REQUIRED due to deep sand\, large rocks\, steep sections\, large obstacles\, or rough conditions
URL:https://abdnha.org/activity/4wd-tour-sandstone-canyon-members-priority/
LOCATION:ABDNHA Parking Lot\, 652 Palm Canyon Drive\, Borrego Springs\, CA\, 92004\, United States
CATEGORIES:4WD
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251217T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251217T150000
DTSTAMP:20260422T051448
CREATED:20251003T174626Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251003T175848Z
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SUMMARY:Borrego Rock & Gem Club (BRAG) Meeting
DESCRIPTION:Like rocks? Join BRAG and meet other rockhounds! \nThe BRAG club meets every 4th Wed of the month in the Activity Room. \nNote: In Nov & Dec\, the meeting is on the 3rd Wed due to holidays.
URL:https://abdnha.org/activity/borrego-rock-gem-club-brag-meeting/2025-12-17/
LOCATION:CA
CATEGORIES:Club
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251218T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251218T130000
DTSTAMP:20260422T051448
CREATED:20251217T172022Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251217T172022Z
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SUMMARY:Birding Walk: West Shore\, Salton Sea (Easy) - CANCELLED
DESCRIPTION:THIS HIKE IS CANCELLED. \nLeaders: Tom Keffer and Lee Christie\, ABDNHA Volunteers \nWe will be visiting two sites along the west shore of the Salton Sea\, which can be very hit-or-miss. We have been treated to a 30-minute spectacle of a Sora feeding at our feet\, but occasionally\, if hunters are in the area\, we’ve seen very little. Fortunately\, most of the time we see Shovelers\, Ruddy Ducks\, Sora\, Stilts\, Grebes\, Dowitchers\, and lots of peeps\, between the two sites\, about 1.5 miles total walking\, no elevation gain\, excellent footing. Travel time in each direction is about one hour.  Meet in the ABDNHA parking lot by 7:50 am. Call 760-767-3098 to reserve. Bring lunch/snacks\, water\, and binoculars.
URL:https://abdnha.org/activity/birding-walk-west-shore-salton-sea-easy-cancelled/
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:20251219T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251219T120000
DTSTAMP:20260422T051448
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/2025-12-19/
LOCATION:CA
CATEGORIES:Biking
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251220T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251220T133000
DTSTAMP:20260422T051448
CREATED:20251206T220841Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251206T220841Z
UID:10000817-1766235600-1766237400@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. 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:20260422T051448
CREATED:20251206T220841Z
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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