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  • Full Moon Walk: South Palm Wash

    ABDNHA Parking Lot 652 Palm Canyon Drive, Borrego Springs, CA, United States

    Leader: Mike McElhatton, ABDNHA Education Program Director

    Experience 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. Maximum 22 participants. 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.

  • 4WD Tour: Rainbow Wash & Beyond 

    ABDNHA Parking Lot 652 Palm Canyon Drive, Borrego Springs, CA, United States

    Leader: Todd Linke, ABDNHA Volunteer

    Meet at the ABDNHA parking lot at 9 a.m. to caravan to the Buttes Pass Road trailhead. Stops: Hawk Canyon, Goat Trail, Blowsand Canyon Rd., San Felipe Wash Rd., Borrego Badlands (via Rainbow Wash), Fault Wash, Short Wash, Vista del Malpais, and Thimble Trail, with an optional stop at Font's Point. Bring food, water, weather-appropriate clothing, a hat, and a chair. Walkie-talkies on channel 2. No charge; registration required at the Nature Center (760-767-3098). Because of our small group size, ABDNHA members have priority on 4WD trips. We invite you to join today!

    Note: Rated Level 4 Short Wheelbase Vehicle only. Rainbow Wash requires high-clearance, short-wheelbase 4WD and confidence in off-camber situations and soft sand. Sway bar disconnecting or airing down can help traction and comfort.

  • Hike: Rainbow Canyon

    ABDNHA Parking Lot 652 Palm Canyon Drive, Borrego Springs, CA, United States

    Leaders: Greg Winterowd and Amy Brueggemeyer, ABDNHA Volunteers

    Five-mile moderately strenuous hike through dry waterfalls and colorful metamorphic rock to a Blair Valley viewpoint. Good location for springtime blooms. Wear sturdy shoes/boots, hat, sun protection, and gloves (required); bring water, snack, and optional poles. Meet at the ABDNHA parking lot at 7:50 a.m. for a 40-minute drive (carpooling recommended). Maximum nine participants. No charge. Call or visit the Nature Center at 760-767-3098 to register.

  • ABDNHA’s Annual Attic & Book Sale

    ABDNHA Parking Lot 652 Palm Canyon Drive, Borrego Springs, CA, United States

    Major fundraising sale for ABDNHA with treasures and books of all kinds! Don’t miss this annual event! In the ABDNHA Activity Room and parking lot between ABDNHA and Carlee’s restaurant. Opens at 9 a.m.

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  • Nature Walk: The Mason Valley Cholla

    ABDNHA Parking Lot 652 Palm Canyon Drive, Borrego Springs, CA, United States

    Leader: Don Rideout, Botany Club Coordinator

    View Mason Valley Pink Teddy-Bear Cholla and other unique plants on an easy-to-moderate walk through cactus-filled terrain. Wear hiking clothes, boots, and a hat; bring water and sunscreen. No charge; open to the public; registration required. Meet at the ABDNHA parking lot at 9 a.m. to caravan. Register at the Nature Center or 760-767-3098.

  • ABDNHA’s Annual Attic & Book Sale

    ABDNHA Parking Lot 652 Palm Canyon Drive, Borrego Springs, CA, United States

    Major fundraising sale for ABDNHA with treasures and books of all kinds! Don’t miss this annual event! In the ABDNHA Activity Room and parking lot between ABDNHA and Carlee’s restaurant. Opens at 9 a.m.

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  • Hike: Stonewall Peak via Milk Ranch Road & Azalea Glen

    ABDNHA Parking Lot 652 Palm Canyon Drive, Borrego Springs, CA, United States

    Leader: Rachel Rench, ABDNHA Volunteer

    This 11-mile hike takes about five hours with a lunch break, plus an hour of travel each way. Start on Milk Ranch Rd., loop to Paso Picacho Campground via Azalea Glen Trail, cross the highway, and ascend Stonewall Peak for a 360-degree park view. After lunch, descend Stonewall, pass the old horse camp, head to the lake, and finish at the Trout Pond parking area. No charge; registration required. Call or visit the Nature Center at 760-767-3098 to reserve.

    Note: Meet at the ABDNHA parking lot at 8 a.m. to carpool, or at 9 a.m. at Trout Pond/Middle Peak parking in Cuyamaca Rancho State Park (located on the east side of Hwy. 79, at the southern tip of Lake Cuyamaca). Consult a map if unfamiliar with the location.

  • Hike: Marble Canyon

    ABDNHA Parking Lot 652 Palm Canyon Drive, Borrego Springs, CA, United States

    Leader: Terri Straub, ABDNHA Volunteer

    This moderate hike is 5.4 miles, with a 1200’ elevation gain. A close-to-town, little-known gem. All vehicles are suitable. Maximum 15 participants. Meet at the ABDNHA by parking lot 7:50 a.m. Bring snacks and water. No charge, but call or visit the Nature Center to reserve, 760-767-3098.

  • Hike: Alcoholic Pass

    ABDNHA Parking Lot 652 Palm Canyon Drive, Borrego Springs, CA, United States

    Leaders: Greg Winterowd and Amy Brueggemeyer, ABDNHA Volunteers

    This is a moderate two-to-four-mile hike. Steep but well-marked switchbacks lead to the pass in two miles, then descend to explore the other side. Wear sturdy shoes or boots, hat, and sun protection. Bring water and a snack. Hiking poles are optional. No charge. Register at the Nature Center or 760-767-3098.  Meet at ABDNHA parking lot at 7:50 a.m. for a 20-minute drive (carpooling recommended). 4WD preferred. Maximum nine participants.

  • ABDNHA Member Appreciation Day

    ABDNHA Parking Lot 652 Palm Canyon Drive, Borrego Springs, CA, United States

    20% Off in-store for ABDNHA Members and New Members who join today!

    Members receive 20% off purchases 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. today in the Nature Center. Do all your holiday shopping in one place and support ABDNHA with your purchases. Join ABDNHA today and make the desert a part of your life!

  • Walk: Historic Borrego Walkabout

    ABDNHA Parking Lot 652 Palm Canyon Drive, Borrego Springs, CA, United States

    Leader: Selden McKee, ABDNHA Volunteer

    Curious about the story of Borrego Springs, from its historic beginnings to today?  Enjoy a walk around the town while hearing about the people, places, and buildings of this tiny desert town that we love.  We will start at ABDNHA and cover roughly 1.5 miles, all on flat terrain.  Wear comfortable walking shoes and a good sun hat, and bring water.  No charge, but registration required. Meet at the ABDNHA parking lot. Register at the Nature Center or 760-767-3098.

  • Hike: Kiwanis Wash

    ABDNHA Parking Lot 652 Palm Canyon Drive, Borrego Springs, CA, United States

    Leader: Kathy Bussey, ABDNHA Volunteer

    Enjoy an easy, flat, quiet hike, under two miles round-trip, just five minutes from ABDNHA, with street-side parking. This little-visited wash gives you a “far-afield” experience, local history, the tallest ocotillo in town, a curious swirly land formation, and the mysterious Kiwanis item. Meet at the ABDNHA parking lot. Wear hiking shoes, and bring water and a hat. No charge. Register at the Nature Center or 760-767-3098.

  • Full Moon Walk: South Palm Wash

    ABDNHA Parking Lot 652 Palm Canyon Drive, Borrego Springs, CA, United States

    Leader: Mike McElhatton, ABDNHA Education Program Director

    Experience 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 parking lot to carpool. Bring a flashlight, water, and hiking shoes. Maximum 22 participants. 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.

  • Bird Walk: Borrego Springs Resort

    ABDNHA Parking Lot 652 Palm Canyon Drive, Borrego Springs, CA, United States

    Leaders: Tom Keffer and Lee Christie, ABDNHA Volunteers

    Enjoy an easy, early Thanksgiving bird walk! Though the Borrego Springs Resort golf course is closed, its water features still attract many birds. Look for Hooded Merganser, Ruddy Duck, Green and Black-Crowned Night Herons, and possibly a Vermilion Flycatcher. Two miles, no elevation gain, easy trail. Meet at the ABDNHA parking lot by 7:50 a.m. Bring snacks, binoculars, and water. No charge; registration required. Reserve by calling or visiting the Nature Center at 760-767-3098. Maximum 10 participants.

  • Hike: Smugglers Canyon

    ABDNHA Parking Lot 652 Palm Canyon Drive, Borrego Springs, CA, United States

    Leaders: Tom Keffer and Lee Christie, ABDNHA Volunteers

    Starting in Little Blair Valley, this fairly easy hike leads us past ancient Kumeyaay rock art and historic mortars to a dramatic dry waterfall with sweeping views of Earthquake Valley below. Three miles round-trip, with 400’ elevation gain, good tread with some rubble. Travel time: one hour each way. Not suitable for passenger cars, but okay for modest SUVs. Meet at ABDNHA parking lot by 7:50 a.m. Bring lunch/snacks, water. No charge, but registration required. Register at the Nature Center or 760-767-3098. Maximum 10 participants.

  • Hike: Volcan Mountain

    ABDNHA Parking Lot 652 Palm Canyon Drive, Borrego Springs, CA, United States

    Leader: Rachel Rench, ABDNHA Volunteer

    This strenuous 5.3-mile hike follows the main trail to Volcan Mountain Summit, with stops at points of interest. After circling to the top, we'll return via the steep, rocky Five Oaks Trail. Expect to finish around noon and return to Borrego Springs by 1 p.m. Bring lunch if you'd like to stay up in Julian and visit Volcan Mountain Winery. No charge. Register at the Nature Center or 760-767-3098.

    Note: Meet at 8 a.m. at ABDNHA parking lot, or at 8:45 a.m. at the Volcan Mountain trailhead (two miles from the town of Julian off Farmer Rd.). Consult a map if unsure of the location.

  • Hike: Red Hill Loop

    ABDNHA Parking Lot 652 Palm Canyon Drive, Borrego Springs, CA, United States

    Leader: Terri Straub, ABDNHA Volunteer

    This strenuous hike is six miles, with a 700’ elevation gain. The red that we see along this hike is volcanic rock scattered everywhere! Mostly a moderate hike, but with a steep ascent and descent near the top. One-hour drive to trailhead. All vehicles suitable. Maximum 15 participants. Meet at ABDNHA by 7:50 a.m. Bring snacks, lunch, water. No charge, but registration required. Call or visit the Nature Center at 760-767-3098 to reserve.

  • Hike: Hellhole Canyon to Culp Valley

    ABDNHA Parking Lot 652 Palm Canyon Drive, Borrego Springs, CA, United States

    Leaders: Greg Winterowd and Amy Brueggemeyer, ABDNHA Volunteers

    This strenuous hike goes six miles. Steep, beautiful, and varied landscape with awesome views of Borrego Valley. Wear proper hiking shoes or boots, a hat, and sun protection - it's exposed! Bring plenty of water, a snack, and hiking poles if desired. Meet at the ABDNHA parking lot at 7:50 a.m. Drive five minutes to Hellhole, then take a 40-minute shuttle to Culp Valley. Limited to 9 participants. No charge, but registration required. Call or visit the Nature Center at 760-767-3098 to reserve.

    Note: Must have a State Park Pass or pay a $10 day-use parking fee.

  • Hike with Birding: Big Laguna Lake

    ABDNHA Parking Lot 652 Palm Canyon Drive, Borrego Springs, CA, United States

    Leaders: Tom Keffer and Lee Christie, ABDNHA Volunteers

    A lake in the mountains seems like an unlikely place to see birds, but it will delight and surprise you. We’ll look for Pygmy and White-Breasted Nuthatch, Cinnamon Teal, Shovelers, Canvasback, and birds of prey. A fairly easy four miles round-trip, with  a 120’ gain in elevation, good tread. Travel time 1-¼ hour each way. Meet at ABDNHA by 7:50 a.m. Bring lunch/snacks, binoculars, water. No charge; registration required; call or visit the Nature Center at 760-767-3098.  Maximum 10 participants.

    Note: Park fee $5, payable at the entrance.

  • Nature Journaling

    ABDNHA Parking Lot 652 Palm Canyon Drive, Borrego Springs, CA, United States

    Leaders: Selden McKee and Pat Matthews, ABDNHA Volunteers

    Start nature journaling in the ABDNHA Desert Garden! No experience needed, just curiosity about the natural world. Bring a small journal, pencils, and your preferred pens, colored pencils, or watercolor set. Remember a chair, sun hat, water, and snacks for the outdoor activity. Held on the first Thursday of each month in the ABDNHA Desert Garden and nearby areas. Meet in the ABDNHA parking lot. Free; register at the Nature Center at 760-767-3098.

  • 4WD Tour: Olla Wash

    ABDNHA Parking Lot 652 Palm Canyon Drive, Borrego Springs, CA, United States

    ** We have reached the vehicle limit, but there are still spaces available for passengers. **

    Leader: Dave Walters, ABDNHA Volunteer

    Meet at the ABDNHA parking lot at 9 a.m. We will drive together to the Fish Creek trailhead. From there, we will drive 12.8 miles to the entrance of Olla Wash, then continue 1.3 miles into the wash to park and have lunch. There will also be time to walk 0.7 miles to the Mud Palisades. After lunch, we will return to Split Mountain Rd. the same way we came. Bring food, water, a chair, and a hat, and wear appropriate clothing. To reserve your place, call or visit the Nature Center at 760-767-3098. Because of the small group size, ABDNHA Members have priority on 4WD trips. We invite you to join today!

    Note: Level 4; short-wheelbase vehicles only. We will use two-way radios on GMRS Channel 15 to communicate.

  • Hike: The Bench

    ABDNHA Parking Lot 652 Palm Canyon Drive, Borrego Springs, CA, United States

    Leader: Kathy Bussey, ABDNHA Volunteer

    This is an easy to moderate 2.3-mile round-trip hike. Enjoy views of the Santa Rosa Mountains, Clark Dry Lake, and Borrego Badlands. We’ll drive up Inspiration Wash, then hike up a wash to a memorial rock bench for a 360-degree desert view. Mostly easy, with a short, steep, sandy climb near the end. 4WD/AWD required or carpool. Meet at the ABDNHA parking lot. No charge, but call or visit the Nature Center (760-767-3098) to register.

  • ABDNHA Members’ Annual Chili Fest

    ABDNHA Parking Lot 652 Palm Canyon Drive, Borrego Springs, CA, United States

    ABDNHA Members, warm up with a bowl of chili, cornbread, and dessert, and spend an easy evening reconnecting with fellow ABDNHA members at this much-loved annual social event. Chili Fest is all about good food, familiar faces, and our showing appreciation for our members. Let’s gather to catch up before the busy winter/spring season. During the event (4 p.m. to 7 p.m.), members receive 20% off at the Desert Nature Center—perfect for holiday shopping and supporting ABDNHA at the same time. RSVP at the Nature Center at borregonaturecenter@gmail.com, or call 760-767-3098, or stop by. New members welcome! Take-home and outdoor seating available (weather permitting). ABDNHA Activity Room and parking lot. Last serving at 6:30 p.m. We look forward to seeing you!

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  • Hike: Bitter Creek Spring and Maybe Beyond

    ABDNHA Parking Lot 652 Palm Canyon Drive, Borrego Springs, CA, United States

    Trip Leaders: Tom Keffer and Lee Christie, ABDNHA Volunteers

    Join us on this moderate hike to Bitter Creek Spring—one of Anza-Borrego’s few year-round springs—tucked in remote Grapevine Canyon. This tiny spring often attracts birds and wildlife, and we may spot desert blooms. The final climb to the spring is steep. If time allows, we may continue past the spring. 4 mi RT, 400’ vertical. The sandy, two-mile access road is not suitable for passenger cars, but OK for modest SUVs. Meet in the ABDNHA parking lot by 7:50 a.m. Bring lunch/snacks and water. No charge. Call or visit the Nature Center at 760-767-3098 to reserve. Max 10.

  • Hike with Birding: San Felipe Valley Wildlife Area

    ABDNHA Parking Lot 652 Palm Canyon Drive, Borrego Springs, CA, United States

    Leaders: Tom Keffer and Lee Christie, ABDNHA Volunteers

    This is a hike with a focus on birding, a pleasant, fairly easy walk through a little-visited preserve. Many migrants frequent the reserve, especially in the riparian woodlands along San Felipe Creek. We will look for Roadrunner, Cooper’s Hawk, Oak Titmouse, Bluebirds, and Acorn Woodpeckers. 4 mi RT, 250’ of elevation gain, easy tread. You must buy a $5.97 personal pass for this walk! See https://www.licenses.wildlife.ca.gov/internetsales/, then select “Guest”, then “Lands Pass”. Area of use is “San Felipe Valley Wildlife Area”. Meet at ABDNHA by 7:50 a.m. Bring lunch/snacks, binoculars, and water. No charge, but registration is required. Register at the Nature Center or 760-767-3098. Max 10 people.

  • Walk: Historic Borrego Walkabout

    ABDNHA Parking Lot 652 Palm Canyon Drive, Borrego Springs, CA, United States

    Leader: Selden McKee, ABDNHA Volunteer

    Curious about the story of Borrego Springs, from its historic beginnings to today? Enjoy a walk around the town while hearing about the people, places, and buildings of this tiny desert town that we love. We will start at ABDNHA and cover roughly 1.5 miles, all on flat terrain. Wear comfortable walking shoes and a good sun hat, and bring water. No charge, but registration required. Call or visit the Nature Center at 760-767-3098 to reserve.

  • Hike: Little Grand Canyon Overlook

    ABDNHA Parking Lot 652 Palm Canyon Drive, Borrego Springs, CA, United States

    Leaders: Tom Keffer and Lee Christie

    “Little Grand Canyon” is an impressive, although small, slot canyon in Coyote Canyon, near Desert Gardens. We will make two trips this year. This one is a fairly easy one with a view down into the canyon. Access is via a sandy road that is usually no problem for most 2WD. 3 mi RT, 400’ vertical, good tread with some small rubble. Meet at ABDNHA by 7:50 a.m. Bring snacks and water. No charge, but registration required. Register at the Nature Center or 760-767-3098. Max 10.

  • Hike: Pegleg Playa Loop

    ABDNHA Parking Lot 652 Palm Canyon Drive, Borrego Springs, CA, United States

    Leader: Terri Straub, ABDNHA Volunteer

    This strenuous 6-mile hike gains 1,200 feet and follows a mix of old Jeep roads and steep, rocky gullies. The route leads to an impressive ancient lakebed in the lower Coyote Mountains. All vehicles are suitable. Limited to 15 people. Meet at ABDNHA by 7:50 a.m. Bring snacks, lunch, and water. No charge. Call or visit the Nature Center at 760-767-3098 to reserve.

  • Hike: Coyote Mountain

    ABDNHA Parking Lot 652 Palm Canyon Drive, Borrego Springs, CA, United States

    Leaders: Greg Winterowd & Amy Brueggemeyer, ABDNHA Volunteers

    This is a strenuous 8-mile hike through creosote, ocotillo, and teddy bear cholla, with views of Borrego Springs from the top. Wear sturdy shoes or boots, a hat, sun protection (it’s exposed), and bring water, a snack, and optional poles. Meet at the ABDNHA parking lot at 7:50 a.m. for a 20-minute drive. Carpooling recommended; 4WD preferred. No charge. Register at the Nature Center or 760-767-3098. Limit 9.

  • Hike with Birding: Pacific Crest Trail to Eagle Rock

    ABDNHA Parking Lot 652 Palm Canyon Drive, Borrego Springs, CA, United States

    Leaders: Tom Keffer and Lee Christie, ABDNHA Volunteers
    Bird-focused hike on the PCT along Cañada Verde Creek and grasslands to Eagle Rock. Look for raptors, Wild Turkey, Oak Titmouse, Bluebirds, and Acorn Woodpeckers. 6.5 miles round trip, 700' gain, easy tread. Meet at ABDNHA by 7:50 a.m. Bring lunch/snacks, binoculars, and water. No charge; registration required. Reserve by calling or visiting the Nature Center at 760-767-3098. Max 10.

  • Hike: Glorietta Canyon

    ABDNHA Parking Lot 652 Palm Canyon Drive, Borrego Springs, CA, United States

    Leader: Amy Brewster, Volunteer Naturalist
    This 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.

  • Bird Walk: Christmas Day Bird Walk at Rams Hill Golf Course

    ABDNHA Parking Lot 652 Palm Canyon Drive, Borrego Springs, CA, United States

    Leaders: Tom Keffer and Lee Christie, ABDNHA Volunteers
    Looking 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.

  • Hike: Casino (Lots of Slots!) Hike Loop

    ABDNHA Parking Lot 652 Palm Canyon Drive, Borrego Springs, CA, United States

    Leader: Terri Straub, ABDNHA Volunteer
    This 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.

  • Hike: Ladder Canyon (Mecca)

    ABDNHA Parking Lot 652 Palm Canyon Drive, Borrego Springs, CA, United States

    Leaders: Greg Winterowd & Amy Brueggemeyer, ABDNHA Volunteers
    Strenuous. 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 50-minute drive. Carpooling recommended; 4-wheel drive preferred. No charge, but registration required. Register at the Nature Center or 760-767-3098. Max 9.

  • Bird Walk: Beginning Birding at Borrego Springs Resort

    ABDNHA Parking Lot 652 Palm Canyon Drive, Borrego Springs, CA, United States

    Leaders: Tom Keffer and Lee Christie, ABDNHA Volunteers
    Start 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.

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