** We have reached the vehicle limit, but there are still spaces available for passengers. ** Leader: Dave Walters, ABDNHA volunteer Level 4, Short Wheel Base Only We meet at the parking area on the corner of CA-79 & San Felipe Rd (S2) at 9:00 a.m., then caravan on CA-79 to US Forest trail 8S07 a.k.a. Temecula Creek (elev. 2000 feet). Traveling up the mountain trail 8S07, we turn onto 9S07 Palomar Divide Trail and drive on to the high point of the trip at elev. 5880 feet where we stop and have a lunch break on the east slope in an area of Black Oak and conifer trees. After lunch, we continue on 9S07 driving over Aguanga Mountain and stop briefly to view Barker Valley. Driving on, we reach the end of our trip at Highway CA-79 at Blue Canyon. After driving 25 miles of mountain trail, we say goodbye. Bring food/water, a chair, a hat, and appropriate clothing. We will use 2-way radio GRMS channel 15. Stop by the Nature Center or call 760-767-3098 to reserve. Members will receive priority.

Leader: Ed Pollock, ABDNHA Volunteer *** THIS PROGRAM IS FULL - PLEASE CALL ABDNHA AT 760-767-3098 to get on waitlist *** We meet at the ABDNHA parking lot at 9:00a.m., then drive Highway S22 to the Calcite Mine turnoff at South Palm Wash, just before the county line. At the bottom of the hill, there's time for an optional guided hike into Palm Wash slot canyon - the site of Mike McElhatton's popular full moon hikes. Afterward, we regroup and drive to historic Calcite Mine, a couple of uphill miles on a fairly easy dirt road, with some narrow shelf driving and sharp turns on this scenic route. At the mine, there's time for individual exploration. This is the last BBQ trip of the season. Meat and utensils are supplied. If you wish, bring a side dish to share and your own drinks. Camp chairs and small camp tables are helpful. All properly functioning AWD vehicles are welcome; full gas tank and extra water are required. After our meal, we regroup and return to Hwy S22, where the trip ends. We should be back in Borrego at 4 pm. No charge. Call or visit ABDNHA Nature Center 760-767-3098 to reserve.

Leader: Todd Link, ABDNHA Volunteer *** Level 4 Vehicle: 4WD (NO AWD) Higher Clearance REQUIRED due to deep sand, medium rocks, steep or uneven sections, or rough terrain - Vehicle must be in good condition with a full tank of gas *** Join us for an off-road sightseeing adventure starting at ABDNHA. We'll head East on S22, air down our tires on Truckhaven trail, and visit Anza-Borrego Desert State Park (ABDSP) and Ocotillo Wells State Vehicular Recreation Area (OWSVRA) attractions. We'll follow Truchaven trail to Tule Wash, stopping at 17 Palms and 5 Palms Oases. We'll then break for lunch at Pumpkin Patch in OWSVRA, also accessed via Tule Wash. Afterwards, we'll backtrack to ABDSP for a scenic drive to Vista Del Malpais via Basin Wash, with short segments on Cut-Across Trail and Fault Wash, then visit the vista point via Short Wash. At the vista, enjoy beautiful views of the Borrego Badlands and surrounding mountains, with time to explore the ridge trail. Finally, we'll return to S-22 via Thimble wash and head back to ABDNHA. Dress for the weather, bring a lot of water. Trip lasts about 4.5 hours, depending on stops. No charge, but space is limited (MEMBER PRIORITY TRIP) Call 760-767-3098 or visit ABDNHA Nature Center to reserve.