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SUMMARY:Stargazing Borrego’s Dark Sky
DESCRIPTION:Speaker: John Garrett\, Amateur Astronomer \nStart your stargazing evening in the ABDNHA Library with a brief presentation by Astronomer John Garrett\, previewing what’s visible in tonight’s sky: Saturn and Neptune\, the Andromeda Galaxy\, and star clusters in Cassiopeia and Perseus. Some planetary nebulae (dying stars) may also appear. After the talk\, head outdoors to view these objects through John’s telescopes. If skies are cloudy\, call the ABDNHA Nature Center to check the program status. GP $12\, M $10\, V $8.\n\nTo register: Call 760-767-3098 or click here.
URL:https://abdnha.org/activity/stargazing-borregos-dark-sky/
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:20261107T130000
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SUMMARY:Meeting: Borrego Astronomy Club
DESCRIPTION:If you are interested in astronomy\, stop by\, join us\, and become a part of the group!  Everyone is invited. This is our first meeting of the season. Meet at the ABDNHA Library.
URL:https://abdnha.org/activity/meeting-borrego-astronomy-club/
LOCATION:ABDNHA Library\, 652 Palm Canyon Drive\, Borrego Springs\, CA\, 92004\, United States
CATEGORIES:Club,Stargazing
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261107T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261107T193000
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SUMMARY:Lecture & Webinar: Deep Space Photography of Michael Poirier
DESCRIPTION:Speaker: Michael Poirier\, Astrophotographer \nEnjoy Michael’s stunning photos of distant objects in the universe\, seen as they appeared millions of years ago—the time it took their light to reach us at 186\,000 miles per second. Michael will also give a brief introduction to getting started in deep-space photography.  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-deep-space-photography-of-michael-poirier/
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:20261204T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261204T193000
DTSTAMP:20261009T182907Z
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SUMMARY:Hiking in Southern California’s Desert Parks\, Our Favorite Hikes
DESCRIPTION:Speaker: Lewis Hinchman\, Author and Hiker \nJoin author and desert hiker Lewis Hinchman as he shares his favorite hikes—the “best of the best” from his new book\, Hiking Southern California’s Desert Parks. Lew and his wife\, Sandy\, have shared a love of hiking since meeting in grad school in New York. Inspired by Edward Abbey’s Desert Solitaire\, they fell for the western deserts\, with Sandy publishing Hiking Southwest Desert Country in 1990. Their passion led them to move to Moab\, Utah\, in 2008. In the ABDNHA Library. GP $12\, M $10\, V $8.\n\nTo register: Call 760-767-3098 or click here.
URL:https://abdnha.org/activity/hiking-in-southern-californias-desert-parks-our-favorite-hikes/
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:20261211T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261211T193000
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SUMMARY:Plants of the San Jacinto Mountains
DESCRIPTION:Leader: Don Rideout\, ABDNHA Botany Club Coordinator \nThe San Jacinto Mountains are a region of special interest to plant lovers. These peaks reach higher elevations than the mountains of San Diego County\, giving rise to some unusual and fascinating species. The San Jacinto Mountains are also a thoroughly pleasant destination for summer hiking\, featuring dense forest\, rocky crags\, and numerous trails. Don Rideout will present photos of both common and rare species\, some found nowhere else. Registration required: General Public $12\, Members $10\, Volunteers $8. Register at ABDNHA’s Nature Center\, 760-767-3098\, or online.\n\nTo register: Call 760-767-3098 or click here.
URL:https://abdnha.org/activity/plants-of-the-san-jacinto-mountains/
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:20261212T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261212T160000
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SUMMARY:Meeting: Botany Club Open House for New Members
DESCRIPTION:Leader: Don Rideout\, Club Coordinator \nThe Borrego Botany Club will kick off the desert season with a meeting and lecture on Saturday in the ABDNHA Library. Everyone is invited. If you are interested in desert plants\, then the Botany Club is the place to be. This is an informal gathering. Don Rideout will explain the Botany Club and provide an overview of the meetings and field trips for this desert season. Open to all. No charge. Please register by visiting or calling the Nature Center: 760-767-3098.
URL:https://abdnha.org/activity/meeting-botany-club-open-house-for-new-members/
LOCATION:ABDNHA Library\, 652 Palm Canyon Drive\, Borrego Springs\, CA\, 92004\, United States
CATEGORIES:Club
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261212T160000
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SUMMARY:Borrego Botany Club Lecture: The Plants of Anza-Borrego
DESCRIPTION:Leader: Don Rideout\, Club Coordinator \nThe Borrego Botany Club will kick off the desert season with a meeting and lecture on Saturday in the ABDNHA Library. Everyone is invited. If you are interested in desert plants\, then the Botany Club is the place to be. This is an informal gathering. Don Rideout will explain the Botany Club and provide an overview of the meetings and field trips for this desert season. Open to all. No charge. Please register by visiting or calling the Nature Center: 760-767-3098.
URL:https://abdnha.org/activity/borrego-botany-club-lecture-the-plants-of-anza-borrego/
LOCATION:ABDNHA Library\, 652 Palm Canyon Drive\, Borrego Springs\, CA\, 92004\, United States
CATEGORIES:Club,In-Person Lecture
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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
DTSTAMP:20261009T160550Z
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LAST-MODIFIED:20261009T160550Z
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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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