Upcoming Day Hikes

  • PS - Hike Willow Hole

    • Wed, October 23, 2024
    • 7:30 AM - 2:00 PM
    • Joshua Tree National Park
    • 3
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    Date:  10/23/24

    Description:  Willow Hole is an out and back trail in Joshua Tree National Park near the Wonderland of Rocks that features beautiful wild flowers and classic Joshua Tree rock formations.  The trail travels through open desert into a wash that narrows as it winds through tall boulder piles. Views to the west are quite good, especially of Mt. San Gorgonio (11,499') in the San Bernardino Wilderness. The wash widens just before Willow Hole where the trail ends at a chokepoint in the wash where a seasonal waterhole lies under a willow tree. Water levels at Willow Hole are dependent on annual rainfall and time of year.  Plan on lunch at Willow Hole before returning back the same way.  

    • Trail Length: 6.8 miles total
    • Elevation Gain/Loss: 246 feet
    • Difficulty Rating: moderate plus
    • Trail Type: out and back.   
    • Hiking Time:  4-5 hours
    • Fees/Charges:  Joshua Tree Park entrance fee

    Departure Time:  7:30 AM (Please arrive early for 7:30 am departure)

    Departure Location:  Walmart Supercenter in Palm Springs at 5601 E. Ramon Road, Map Click Here. Meet at the north/east corner parking lot between 7:15 and 7:30 a.m.               

    Bring: Ten Essentials, water (2 to 3 liters recommended), lunch/ snacks, sun protection, layered clothing, hiking poles may be helpful. Carry Emergency Contact Information (ICE). Sturdy hiking footwear with good tread and adequate drinking water are required.

    Hiking Requirements:  Although the trail is fairly level, the elevation is at 4000 feet so you will need to be in good physical condition for this hike. Click here for more information.

    Carpooling:  Carpooling is encouraged and may be available if offered by driver. You are responsible for arranging your own transportation or ride share. Carpool transportation is at the sole risk of the participants.  Arrive a few minutes early for briefing before departure at 7:30 AM.

    Hike leaders:  Spencer (email click here)

    Cancel: If you cannot make a hike for which you have registered please cancel as others may be on the waitlist. You may cancel directly from your profile settings or notify the hike leader.

    Weather Policy: Inclement weather cancels.

    Unless otherwise noted, registration for this event is limited to Great Outdoors members. To sign up as a member, click here 

    Photos:  https://www.outdoorblueprint.com/national-parks/joshua-tree/hike-willow-hole-trail/

    Health Problems/Allergies:  Discuss any medical concerns with the hike leader that may affect your ability to complete the hike.

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  • PS - Hike: Idyllwild Perimeter Trail--CANCELLED and Rescheduled

    • Thu, October 24, 2024
    • 8:00 AM - 12:00 PM
    • Idyllwild County Park

    Cancelled and Rescheduled for Thursday, 10/31/24

    This mostly shady loop trail located in Idyllwild County Park has beautiful scenery which features many yellow Pines, Manzanita groves, tall cedars, mountain oaks and large boulders all around.  We will start at the parking lot at  the Idyllwild Nature Center where we will stop and pay our $6.00 entrance fee into the park.  From the nature center we will walk the loop twice crossing Lily Creek and heading back to the parking lot.  This is a mostly easy trail, but with an elevation of over 5,500 feet combined with some steeper up and down sections of the trail, this trail is rated moderate.  

    Description:

    • Trail Length:  3.3 miles
    • Elevation Gain/Loss:  797 feet (total gain of about 1,400 feet)
    • Difficulty Rating: easy to moderate
    • Trail Type:  loop


    Meeting Location:  We will meet at the Denny's on Highway 111 in Cathedral City at 7:45 (Map click here).  Please be prompt for an 8:00 am departure.  

    Carpooling is encouraged and may be available if offered by driver. You are responsible for arranging your own transportation or ride share. Carpool transportation is at the sole risk of the participants.  Arrive a few minutes early for briefing and carpooling.  

    What to Bring: Ten Essentials, water (2 to 3 liters recommended), lunch/ snacks, sun protection, layered clothing, hiking poles may be helpful. Carry emergency contact information. Sturdy hiking footwear with good tread and adequate drinking water are required. 

    Hiking Requirements: You will need to be in good physical condition for this hike. Click here for more information.

    Contact hike leader:  Beth S. (email click here)

    Cancel: If you cannot make a hike for which you have registered please cancel as others may be on the waitlist. You may cancel directly from your profile settings or notify the hike leader.

    Weather Policy: Inclement weather cancels.

    Unless otherwise noted, registration for this event is limited to Great Outdoors members. To sign up as a member, click here 

    Health Problems/allergies:   Discuss any medical concerns with the hike leader that may affect your ability to complete this hike. 


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  • PS - Hike: Top of the Tram to Round Valley

    • Fri, October 25, 2024
    • 9:30 AM - 3:00 PM
    • Mt San Jacinto State Park
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    Description: Round Valley Loop

    • Trail Length:  5.5 miles
    • Elevation Gain/Loss:  800'
    • Difficulty Rating:  Moderate
    • Bring a lunch (or snacks). We’ll sit on the scenic boulders near the station overlooking the Round Valley meadow
    Meeting Time/Location:  Arrive at the Tram base station at 9:30 AM, in time to line up for the 10:00 AM tram (directions here).  If anyone is not able to board due to crowds, make yourself known to the hike leader so the group can wait for your arrival at the top of the tram on the second tram car.

    Tram Ticket Cost:  $28.95-$30.95.  To pre-purchase your ticket click here.  If tickets are not available for pre-purchase online they will still be available to purchase in person at the station if you arrive early.  Summer and Annual Passes are also available.

    What to Bring: Ten Essentials, water (2 to 3 liters recommended), lunch/ snacks, sun protection, layered clothing, hiking poles may be helpful. Carry emergency contact information.  

    Hiking Requirements:  You will need to be in good physical condition for this hike. Click here for more information.

    Contact hike leader:  Kirk Olsen click here

    Cancellation:  If you cannot make a hike for which you have registered please cancel as others may be on the waitlist. You may cancel directly from your profile settings or notify the hike leader.

    Weather Policy: Inclement weather cancels.

    Unless otherwise noted, registration for this event is limited to Great Outdoors members. To sign up as a member, click here 

    Health Problems/allergies:   Discuss any medical concerns with the hike leader that may affect your ability to complete this hike. 


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  • OCLB - Sycamore Canyon To Water Tower - Puente Hills Preserve

    • Sat, October 26, 2024
    • 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM
    • Sycamore Canyon to Water Tower - Puente Hills Preserve
    • 2
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    A Moderate Hike to:

    Sycamore Canyon to Water Tower

    Puente Hills Reserve

    Saturday October 26, 9:00 AM


    Let's de-stress!

    Distance: 6.3 miles | Elevation gain: 1,132 Ft

    Saturday, October 26 at 9:00 AM

    Time:  Allow about 3 -3.5 hours depending on  our pace and water/snack/lunch breaks.


    This one is for our Long Beach members as the trailhead is 3 minutes off the 605 freeway near Rose Hills Memorial Park in Whittier. It’s an easy 30 minute drive from Long Beach.

    This in and out hike starts in Sycamore Canyon, located in the Puente HillsPreserve.


    From the website of the Puente Hills Habitat Preservation Authority:  

    Located in the westernmost portion of the Preserve, just south of Rose Hills Memorial Park, Sycamore Canyon boasts a perennial creek and large riparian trees along the meandering Sycamore Canyon Trail.  

    Due to the varied topography and presence of water, the canyon is home to a variety of plant communities and wildlife such as mule deer, bobcats, several species of bats, and California toads.

    It is an especially good birdwatching area, with regular sightings of the regionally significant coastal cactus wren and federally threatened coastal California gnatcatcher, as well as seasonally migratingbird species.


    Because of the presence of ecologically sensitive resources, SycamoreCanyon Trail is only open to hiking (dogs, horseback riding, and bicycles are not allowed).

    Along the way there are great views of Rose Hills (the largest cemetery in NorthAmerica) and its Buddhist Columbarium (the largest Buddhist pagoda in the UnitedStates).

    On a clear day there are great views of the San Gabriel Mountains, downtown LA and Long Beach.



    Big THANKS! to GO members and Whittier residents Joe Huckeba and Jim VanCampen for suggesting this hike.

    Where Do We Begin?


    The trailhead is 3 minutes off the 605 freeway just before Rose Hills Memorial park at:

    5040 Workman Mill Road in Whittier, CA

    There is a porta potty at the trailhead.



    Link to Trailhead in Google Maps

    https://maps.app.goo.gl/Tw4eQgrjb7mEK5YYA?g_st=im

    The Hike

    The hike is pretty flat for the first mile and we will go past a small oil field at the beginning of the hike. There is a small creek with pretty lush vegetation including thenamesake sycamore trees. We will cross the creek and then there is a series ofswitchbacks that takes us up to Rattlesnake Ridge.

    This is the hardest section of thehike. Once on the ridge the view is 360 degrees and is impressive one a clear day.From there we continue on the ridge and have one more hill to climb to get to ourdestination, the water tower.

    After a short break we will continue back the way we came. There is not much shade on the entire hike.

    What to Bring:

    You should bring your ten essentials, a day pack, water (2 to 3 liters), trekking poles, sunscreen, hat and trail snacks. 

    Option:

    If there is any interest we can have lunch after the hike at one of several local eateries.


    BRING PLENTY OF WATER!!!!

    Any Questions:

    If you have any questions about this hike, please do not hesitate to reach out to me, your trip leader, Richard Norman. 


    Email:  [email protected] 

    If there are any last-minute day-of cancellations,

    please let me know via text:

    626-319- 4740.

    Click here for the list of ten essentials.

    Wear shoes with good tread, as parts of the trail are steep with loose gravel.

    Carpooling is recommended to help reduce gas, cost and the environment.

    If you cannot attend, please cancel your registration, so the next person on the waiting list can have a chance to register.

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  • PS - Hike: Sunrise South Lykken

    • Mon, October 28, 2024
    • 6:00 AM - 8:00 AM
    • Palm Springs South Lykken Trail
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    • Meeting place: Trailhead South Lykken  map click here South Palm Canyon Drive just south of Murray Canyon Drive 
    • Meeting time: 6:00 a.m.   
    • Distance: 2-mile out and back with 640-foot total elevation gain
    • Difficulty: Moderate
    • Duration: 1.5 - 2 hours

    The steep trail climbs above Palm Springs as dawn turns to day ending in expansive city vistas and a view of the entire Coachella Valley. Our destination is the picnic table off the trail where we will stop to watch the sun rise from the mountains to the east before hiking back down to the trailhead. 

    What to bring:  A head lamp or flashlight is recommended for the 1st part of the hike.   Ten Essentials (click here), water (1 liter recommended), snacks, sun protection, layered clothing. Hiking poles may be helpful. Carry Emergency Contact Information (ICE). Sturdy hiking footwear with good tread and adequate drinking water are required. 

    Hike Leader:  John R email click here; Co-Leader Bud W

    Hiking Requirements:  Additional information click here

    Weather Policy: Inclement weather may cancel.

    Health Problems/allergies:   Discuss any medical concerns with the hike leader that may affect your ability to complete the hike. 

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  • PS - Hike: Indian Canyons - Stone Pools

    • Tue, October 29, 2024
    • 8:00 AM - 11:30 AM
    • Palm Springs Indian Canyons
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    This hike leaves from the Trading Post inside Indian Canyons and follows the Palm Canyon trail to the Stone Pools.   

    The hike is 6 miles, with 1200' elevation gain. There are a few steep climbs with rocks, and the usual desert hazards such as thorns and needles. Rated moderately strenuous - will generally be challenging for an unconditioned person. The terrain will involve a steady and often steep incline.

    We will meet in the parking lot adjacent to the Trading Post around 8:15. You should be at the gate before it opens at 8:00 AM. It is located at the very southern end of South Palm Canyon Drive. Admission is $12 per person, $7 per senior (62+) and can be bought in advance online.

    Contact Hike Leader: Howard G. Email click here

    Bring Ten Essentials (click here), water (2 liters recommended), trail snacks. Sun protection and layered clothing are recommended. Carry Emergency Contact Information (ICE). Hiking poles may be helpful.

    Sturdy hiking footwear with good tread and adequate drinking water are required. Hiking Requirements - you will need to be in good physical condition for this hike.  Click here for more information.

    Weather Policy: Inclement weather may cancel.

    Health Problems/allergies:   Discuss any medical concerns with the hike leader that may affect your ability to complete the hike. 

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  • PS - Hike: Whitewater View Trail - SAVE THE DATE

    • Wed, October 30, 2024
    • 8:00 AM - 11:00 AM
    • Whitewater Preserve
    • Trail Length: 4   
    • Hiking time: 2-3 hours
    • Total Elevation Gain/Loss: 625’
    • Trailhead Elevation: 2100’
    • Difficulty Rating: Moderate

    The Canyon View Loop Trail remains partially closed due to extensive damage from Tropical Storm Hilary on 8/20/23, so we will do an out-and-back hike instead.  We will climb the switchbacks to the summit and enjoy great views while we continue along the Canyon View Trail. We will stop to eat a snack before returning the way we came, descending to Whitewater Canyon Road and following it back to the parking lot.

    Meeting Location:  

    • 8:00 a.m.:  PetSmart at Ramon and Crossley in Palm Springs Map here
    • 8:45 a.m.:  Whitewater Preserve at the lower parking lot Map here

    Hiking Requirements:

    Bring Ten Essentials (click here), water (1 to 2 liters recommended), trail snacks. Sun protection and layered clothing are recommended. Carry Emergency Contact Information (ICE). Hiking poles may be helpful.

    Sturdy hiking footwear with good tread and adequate drinking water are required. 

    Hiking Requirements - you will need to be in good physical condition for this hike.  Click here for more information.

    Hike Leader:  Kirk Olsen click here

    Carpooling:  Carpooling is encouraged and may be available if offered by driver. You are responsible for arranging you own transportation or ride share. Arrive a few minutes early for briefing and carpooling. 

    Weather Policy: Inclement weather may cancel.  Weather forecast click here

    Health Problems/allergies:   Discuss any medical concerns with the hike leader that may affect your ability to complete the hike. 
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  • PS - Hike: Idyllwild Perimeter Trail

    • Thu, October 31, 2024
    • 8:00 AM - 12:00 PM
    • Idyllwild County Park
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    Rescheduled to Thursday, 10/31/24

    (Please re-register if your are able to attend).

    This mostly shady loop trail located in Idyllwild County Park has beautiful scenery which features many yellow Pines, Manzanita groves, tall cedars, mountain oaks and large boulders all around.  We will start at the parking lot at  the Idyllwild Nature Center where we will stop and pay our $6.00 entrance fee into the park.  From the nature center we will walk the loop twice crossing Lily Creek and heading back to the parking lot.  This is a mostly easy trail, but with an elevation of over 5,500 feet combined with some steeper up and down sections of the trail, this trail is rated moderate.  

    Description:

    • Trail Length:  3.3 miles
    • Elevation Gain/Loss:  797 feet (total gain of about 1,400 feet)
    • Difficulty Rating: easy to moderate
    • Trail Type:  loop


    Meeting Location:  We will meet at the Denny's on Highway 111 in Cathedral City at 7:45 (Map click here).  Please be prompt for an 8:00 am departure.  

    Carpooling is encouraged and may be available if offered by driver. You are responsible for arranging your own transportation or ride share. Carpool transportation is at the sole risk of the participants.  Arrive a few minutes early for briefing and carpooling.  

    What to Bring: Ten Essentials, water (2 to 3 liters recommended), lunch/ snacks, sun protection, layered clothing, hiking poles may be helpful. Carry emergency contact information. Sturdy hiking footwear with good tread and adequate drinking water are required. 

    Hiking Requirements: You will need to be in good physical condition for this hike. Click here for more information.

    Contact hike leader:  Beth S. (email click here)

    Cancel: If you cannot make a hike for which you have registered please cancel as others may be on the waitlist. You may cancel directly from your profile settings or notify the hike leader.

    Weather Policy: Inclement weather cancels.

    Unless otherwise noted, registration for this event is limited to Great Outdoors members. To sign up as a member, click here 

    Health Problems/allergies:   Discuss any medical concerns with the hike leader that may affect your ability to complete this hike. 


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  • PS - HIKE- HALLOWEEN PRIDE Pushawalla Palm Oasis

    • Fri, November 01, 2024
    • 8:00 AM - 12:00 PM
    • Coachella Valley Preserve
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    HALLOWEEN - PRIDE HIKE. Experience one of our best local hikes as we cross the San Andreas fault into a lush palm oasis. A great way to enjoy our Fall season in the outdoors. Dress in theme if your wish.

    • Trail Length: 5 miles 

    • Hiking time: 3-4 hours
    • Elevation Gain/Loss: 700 feet
    • Difficulty Rating: Moderate
    • Trail Route:  Loop - out and back
    • Terrain: rocky trail, sandy areas

    • Meet at Walmart parking lot just south of  PetSmart (Ramon & Crossley) at: 8:00 AM     Map click here

    • or meet at Pushawalla Palms Trailhead Parking Lot at 8:20 AM Map click here. 

    • Parking Note: You can double park in tandem at the trailhead; limited space. Also parking available on the road shoulder.

    Bring Ten Essentials (click here), water (1 to 2 liters recommended), trail snacks, lunch. Sun protection and layered clothing are recommended. Carry Emergency Contact Information (ICE). Hiking poles may be helpful. Snack/lunch break will be at the Oasis.

    Halloween and Pride attire optional.

    Sturdy hiking footwear with good tread and adequate drinking water are required. Be able to hike up steep, narrow canyon and along narrow ridge. 

    Hiking Requirements - you will need to be in good physical condition for this hike.  Click here for more information.

    Contact Hike Leader: Scott Connelly: email click here-

    Co-leader  Pat Miyamoto email

    Carpooling is encouraged and may be available if offered by driver. You are responsible for arranging you own transportation or ride share. Arrive a few minutes early for briefing and carpooling. Distance to trailhead is 11 miles.

    Weather Policy: Inclement weather may cancel.

    No dogs or pets allowed in the Preserve.

    Photos prior hike  click here   and here

    Health Problems/allergies:   Discuss any medical concerns with the hike leader that may affect your ability to complete the hike. 


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  • PS - Hike -Skyline Trail to First Rescue Box

    • Sun, November 03, 2024
    • 8:00 AM - 1:00 PM
    • Skyline Trail,Palm Springs
    • 4
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    Lykken / Skyline Trails to the 1st Rescue Box -
    Palm Springs Search & Rescue Mission - Water Delivery

    Date: Sunday, November 3rd
    Start time: 8:00am
    Duration: Around 4.5 hours depending on pace/# of breaks
    Difficulty: Strenuous (NOT for beginners) -- Total Elevation: About 2000ft in 2.4 miles (7 degree grade!)
    Distance: 4.7 miles round trip
    Pace: Slow -- NOTE: FOR FIT HIKERS!
    Location/Meeting: West End of Ramon Rd. (Map click here)
    Hike Leader: David Stewart

    This is your opportunity to be a part of the Palm Springs Mounted Police Search and Rescue mission. Therefore, you will be asked to take up 1-2 small (1 pint) bottles of water. Also, this is a unique hike as it provides these features: Fabulous views such as Palm Springs, Desert Hot Springs, Cathedral City and beyond as part of the expanse of Coachella Valley. Along the way we'll see unusual rock formations and a variety of desert vegetation.


    After we all unload the water bottles from our packs and insert them in the Rescue Box #1, there will be a long break/rest stop around/near the box.  Nice views in that area, too. The trail to Rescue Box #1 is part of the infamous Skyline Trail which continues past Rescue Box #1, up to Rescue Box #2 (5200 ft) and then finally, to the top of the Tram (Long Valley 8200 ft).

    Rest / breaks will happen along the way.

    To read about the important rescue boxes which were installed in 2010, go to http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nWtTFWl4NY4

    IMPORTANT: Please wear appropriate hiking boots. Bring plenty of water (2 liters or more recommended), snacks, a hat (or sunscreen), a jacket/layer (it may be cool), and a wonderful attitude. Thanks. Also, pets are not allowed.

    NOTE: Inclement weather WILL cancel the hike.

    Please email David (email click here) for inquiries. Thanks.

    Health Problems/allergies:   Discuss any medical concerns with the hike leader that may affect your ability to complete the hike.

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  • SD - Hike - Cowles Mountain and Pyles Peak

    • Sun, November 03, 2024
    • 1:00 PM - 5:00 PM
    • Cowles Mountain Service Road
    • 1 registrant
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    Great Outdoors San Diego - Cowles Mtn & Pyles Peak


    When: Sunday, 11/3 at 1:05 PM (Planning to make this a weekly or regular hike) 

    Requirement: All participants register online.

    Event Description: 

    Join Great Outdoors San Diego for a Hike at Cowles Mtn and Pyles Pk! 

    Join us on Sunday, 11/3 at 1:05 PM (We will start when everyone is ready 15 min) for a hike! A bathroom is provided at the start of the trail.  There is no water. Cowles and Pyles Pk can be strenuous for new hikers. Embark with us on a 7.12 mile hike along the mountain inspired by nature's creatures at Cowles Mtn & Pyles Pk.

    This is a great but challenging hike with magnificent views along the way. Find your inner self and enjoy seeing mini dust tornadoes and other exotic phenomenon before heading back with dusty shoes and inspiration in tow!

    This is a moderately challenging 7.12 mile out-and-back along Cowles Mtn and Pyles Pk in the San Carlos area with continuous views and 2,389 feet in elevation change. It is open to members or non-members.

    Details: We’ll take a hike along Cowles Mtn and Pyles Pk at a viewpoint with views.  

    Host:  Jeremiah O’Neal 619-788-9407

    Trail: Cowles Service Road >> Cowles Mtn >> Pyles Pk >> Cowles Mtn >> Barker Way

    Length: 7.1 miles

    Difficulty: Difficult

    Elevation Gain: 2,389 feet

    RSVP: Please register using this link

    Meeting Location(by Google Map): https://maps.app.goo.gl/KL7Eq9AQzbTreUCbA 

    Note: (Please park on the left side of the road away from the houses)

    Meeting Date & Time: Sunday, 11/3 at 1:05 PM - We will plan to start when everyone is ready (15mins after start time at latest).

    Parking: Street parking near the chain link fence

    Cost: None

    Time Commitment: Plan for approx 3 hours. However, we will turn back before Pyles Pk if the time to complete the loop exceeds 3 hours which it shouldn’t.

    Useful information: Cowles Mtn is a very popular trail with many hikers. Take caution around children and parents with babies. Allow joggers to pass. Tell people in front when you wish to pass and feel free to say Hi/Good afternoon. Hikers are very friendly here. There are rattlesnakes and the bees in the summer can be aggressive. Bring with you some form of eye protection, water, and some kind of jacket during the colder months and sunscreen during the hot months. Additionally, the banks on either side of the trail are very slippery. Most of all, keep a good pace and you will have a lot of fun.

    Dogs: Though dogs are permitted, signs on trail advise that you do not bring animals on this trail. In addition, rattlesnakes can be found on this trail. Read the warning signs carefully and please use your best judgment. 

    Map of hike: This is the path we will take. Return through Barker Way Trail due to Cowles Service Road being extremely slippery on the return.

    Note: The final portion of Pyles Pk can be extremely slippery on the return. Please be careful.

    Trail Details: https://www.google.com/maps/d/edit?mid=1x8ixPJWePM2qEtzIdv7KeKMuZ8ACbEg&usp=sharinghttps://maps.app.goo.gl/VjUipyfWJK2FJDar9 


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  • PS - HIKE: PCT South from Hwy 74 - SAVE THE DATE

    • Wed, November 06, 2024
    • 8:00 AM - 2:30 PM
    • Santa Rosa San Jacinto National Monument
    • 12

    PCT South from Hwy 74
    Moderate 5.2-mile out-and-back trail, 700 ft. gain, approx. 2.5 hours duration.  Scenic mountain and valley views.  We may encounter PCT Thru-Hikers.  Meet at 8:00 a.m. for prompt 8:00 a.m. departure at Denny’s in Cathedral City (69050 CA-111, Cathedral City, CA 92234). Map Click Here

    • Trailhead elevation: 4900'      33.56310° N, 116.57674° W 
    • Difficulty Rating: Moderate - Hiking Requirements - you will need to be in good physical condition for this hike.  Click here for more information.

    Bring Ten Essentials (click here), water (2 to 3 liters recommended), lunch and trail snacks. Sun protection and layered clothing are recommended. Carry Emergency Contact Information (ICE). Sturdy hiking footwear with good tread and adequate drinking water are required. Hiking poles may be helpful.

    Contact hike leader:  Kirk Olsen  Email Click Here

    Carpooling is encouraged and may be available if offered by driver. You are responsible for arranging you own transportation or ride share. Arrive a few minutes early for briefing and carpooling. Departure is at 8:00 am AM. Distance to trailhead  is 29 miles, directions Click Here

    Weather Policy: Inclement weather cancels

    Plant guide:  Click here.

    Health Problems/allergies:  Advise hike leader of any medical or other issues that may affect your ability to complete this hike.



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  • PS - Hike: Murray Canyon-Seven Sisters (Save the Date)

    • Thu, November 07, 2024
    • 9:00 AM - 1:00 PM
    • Indian Canyons, South Palm Springs

    We will hike to a waterfall in the Indian Canyons, see an unusual variety of desert vegetation, including California fan palms, and uniquely colorful rocks and boulders. We will cross back and forth over a stream several times on large rocks.
    • Thursday, November 7, from 9:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m.
    • Meet Location: at Smoke Tree Shopping Center parking lot along Sunrise in front of 533 Viet Fusion and the Post Office Map click here
    • Trail Length: 4 miles
    • Hiking time: 3 hours
    • Total Elevation Gain: 500’
    • Difficulty Rating: Moderate + (see below)
    • Type: Trail, out and back

    Note: The Indian Canyons website has a map that shows most of this hike as easy. The gradual ascent is mostly easy but with several stream crossings. The stream crossings will require balance and agility; trekking poles may be helpful. If recent rain has the water running, wear shoes you do not mind getting wet. We rate it moderate-plus based on past GOPS experience with this hike. 

    Bring Ten Essentials (click here), water (2 liters recommended), lunch and snacks. Hat, sunscreen and layered clothing are recommended.

    Carry Emergency Contact Information (ICE).

    Sturdy hiking footwear with good tread and adequate drinking water are required.

    Contact: Howard G email click here  

    Cost: Each participant must pay the Agua Caliente Indian Reservation entry fee ($12 per person, $7 for seniors 62+, free to military with valid ID) at the Indian Canyons tollgate, just past the south end of South Palm Canyon Drive, or buy online in advance. Because cars may be lined up at the tollgate in season, carpooling is encouraged. You are responsible for arranging you own transportation or ride share. Drivers should proceed to the Andreas Canyon parking lot (a clearly marked right turn after the tollgate). After passing the porta potties, turn left and drive or walk across the bridge to the Murray Canyon Trailhead sign.

    Weather Policy: Inclement weather cancels 

    Cancel: If you cannot make a hike for which you have registered please cancel as others may be on the waitlist. You may cancel directly from your profile settings or notify the hike leader.

    You must be a Great Outdoors (GO) member in order to attend this event.

    Health Problems/allergies:   Discuss any medical concerns with the hike leader that may affect your ability to complete the hike. 

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  • SD - Hike - Volcan Mountain Trail

    • Sat, November 09, 2024
    • 9:45 AM - 2:00 PM
    • Volcan Mountain Trailhead
    • 2 registrants
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    Details: Join us on a hiking excursion. This week we will be hiking the Volcan Mountain Trail on Saturday Nov 9 at 10am. It is a 4.9 mile trail located near Julian, California that features excellent vistas. This is a moderately challenging 4.9 mile in-and-out hike with around 1200 feet in elevation change. This is an open invite to members or non-members (and their pups!). Please be sure to mask-up/social distance, as appropriate. We will take the Volcan Mountain Trail near the old mining town of Julian. The trail follows an old road to the summit. This pleasant day hike provides excellent vistas. 

    Optional after-hike picnic:

    There will be an after-hike picnic starting about 30min after the end of the hike at Santa Ysabel East Preserve. With a really cool waterfall stream and some benches. The picnic will end 1 hour before sunset and you must leave before sunset. No alcohol. Text Jeremiah O'Neal 619-788-9407 if you only plan to do the picnic.

    Host: Jeremiah O'Neal 619-788-9407

    Trail: Volcan Mountain Trail

    Length: 4.9 miles

    Difficulty: Moderate

    Elevation Gain: ~1200 feet

    RSVP: Please RSVP so we know how many to expect. If we have a large group, please mask/social distance, as needed.

    Meeting Location (bv Google Map): https://goo.gl/maps/4TFAFnkEpiiNkUz96 

    Meeting Date & Time: Saturday Nov 9 @ 9:45am - We will plan to start hiking at 9am

    Parking: Park on Farmer Road and head to the Hubbell Gate

    Cost: Free

    Time Commitment: Plan for approx 3-4 hours 

    Dogs: The trail is dog-friendly, must be on leash. Please be aware that this trail is known to have red fire ants that can be hazardous to our furry friends. Consider dog boots or keep this possible hazard in mind.

    Trail Details: https://www.alltrails.com/trail/us/california/volcan-mountain-trail


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  • PS - Hike: Suicide Rock via Deer Springs Trail (SAVE THE DATE)

    • Sun, November 10, 2024
    • 7:30 AM - 4:00 PM
    • Deer Springs Trailhead Santa Rosa Mountains
    • 12

    The Mount San Jacinto via Deer Springs trail offers great views of Strawberry Valley, countless streams, and of course the lovely San Jacinto Mountains. This beautiful and relatively easy, but very uphill, hike through the lush wonders of the San Jacintos will have users enjoying every minute of the landscape, views, flora, and fauna. Suicide Rock is a great place to peer over the edge and contemplate the beauty of life. You can also wonder what life might have been like for the Cahuilla version of Romeo and Juliet, which legends says ended their lives here.

    • Meet location: Denny's, 69050 Hwy 111, Cathedral City at 7:30 AM. Map click here.
    • Trail length: 7mi (4.5hr)
    • Trailhead elevation: 5,574ft
    • Elevation gain/loss: 1,866ft up to 7,440ft.
    • Terrain: dirt, rocky trail
    • Difficulty: moderate+ due to altitude/steady elevation gain, and distance. You will need to be in good physical condition for this hike.
    • Bring Ten Essentials (click here), water (2 to 3 liters recommended), lunch and snacks, insect repellent, sun screen, layered clothing, sturdy hiking footwear with good tread is required; trekking poles may be helpful. Carry Emergency Contact Information (ICE). 

    Trail Description: Deer Springs Trail starts approximately 1 mile off of Hwy 243 north of Idyllwild. Beginning at an elevation of 5,574ft, the trail climbs 1,866ft through diverse forests from lifeless trees and scrub at the bottom, crossing a spring stream and wandering through spiky coulter pines, western red cedar, madrones, Jeffrey and sugar pines before reaching the bare rock at the top. Limited parking is available off of Hwy 243 at the trailhead, additional parking is also available at Mt. San Jacinto State Park for a fee.

    Contact Hike Leader: Tom W.

    Co-Leader: Jeff M.

    Carpooling is encouraged and may be available if offered by driver. You are responsible for arranging you own transportation or ride share. Arrive a few minutes early at the meeting site for briefing and transportation coordinated by participants.

    Weather Policy: predictions this year (2024) indicate the possibility of snow on this route. Inclement weather cancels; email notice will be sent the day prior in that event.

    Health Problems/allergies:   Discuss any medical concerns with the hike leader that may affect your ability to complete the hike.

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  • PS - Bike/Veteran's Day Bike Ride - SAVE THE DATE

    • Mon, November 11, 2024
    • 8:30 AM - 11:30 AM
    • Desert Memorial Park in Cathedral City, CA

     

    This bicycle ride will take us to Desert Memorial Park in Cathedral City to visit The California LGBTQIA+ Veterans’ Memorial to honor Veteran’s Day.  


    This Memorial was dedicated April 27, 2019 by the State of California through CA Assembly Bill 2439.

    We will ride through Ranch Club Estates and Gene Autry neighborhoods to access the CV Link trail from Vista Chino to Ramon Road.  At this point we will cross over the Wash and ride through Cathedral City Neighborhoods to access the Desert Memorial Park on Da Vall and visit the Memorial.  We will backtrack for our return.  Distance round trip will be 12-15 miles.  

    Desert Memorial Park is also the Final Resting Place of many local notables;  The Sinatra’s, Busby Berkeley, Sonny Bono, Lawrence L. Crossley and Velma Wayne Dawson - to name a few!  Look up Desert Memorial Park for the complete list of notables resting there (click here)

    Meeting Location: 

    Placing safety of all GOPS event participants as a primary concern, the meeting location has been changed from the Stater Brothers/Dollar Store parking lot to Cimarron Golf Course entrance on 30th Avenue in Cathedral City.  (map)  There is sufficient curbside parking available along 30th Avenue for those driving to the Meet/Start point.  Please meet promptly at 8:30 am

    Contact leader Bill Bates click here

    All riders are strongly encouraged to wear helmets. Inflate your tires to the recommended PSI. You may want to bring a tire pump, spare tube, bike tools, water, sunscreen and snacks.

    Weather Policy: Inclement weather may cancel.


    Health Problems/allergies:   Discuss any medical concerns with the bike leader that may affect your ability to complete this ride. 

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  • LA - Hike: Malibu Creek State Park-MASH

    • Mon, November 11, 2024
    • 10:00 AM - 2:00 PM
    • Malibu Creek State Park
    • 13
    • 12 registrants
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     Veterans Day Hike to the M*A*S*H Filming Site

    Malibu Creek State Park

    Date: Monday, November 11, 2024

    Time: 10:00 AM 2:00 PM

    Hike Leader: Russell Hammerl [email protected]

    Location: Malibu Creek State Park

    1925 Las Virgenes Road, Calabasas, CA 91302


    Directions:

    *From the Valley, four miles south 101 on Las Virgenes Road

    *From PCH, North on Malibu Canyon Road, past light at Piuma Road.

    Difficulty Rating: Moderate

    Elevation Gain Loss: 250 ft

    Trail Length: 5 miles

    Dogs: Not Allowed

    Parking: $12.00 Lower parking lot

    Meeting Location: Near the soda machines and restrooms.



    GOLA invites GOOCLB and guests to join in on this perennial favorite.  Our hike ends at the 1970s filming site of the very popular sitcom M*A*S*H. However, along the way we will walk past the many other filming locations, including Planet of the Apes, How Green Was My Valley, and Butch Cassidy and the Sundance Kid to name just a few. Besides film history it is a beautiful trail along Malibu Creek with many sections lined with a canopy of native Oaks, Sycamores, and Bays. The trail starts at Las Virgenes Creek and continues along Malibu Creek. If you did this hike with us this summer it is worth doing again.


    Bring: Ten Essentials, 2 to 3 liters of water, lunch, snacks, sun protection, hat. Consider layered clothing and hiking poles. Please Carry Emergency Contact Information (ICE). Sturdy hiking footwear and adequate drinking water required.

    Carpool/ride sharing information: Due to liability and insurance reasons Great Outdoors cannot organize carpools and hike/trip leaders cannot take an active role in making arrangements for participants' transportation. If you would like a ride, or could provide a ride, you can sign up on your own at the link below. https://www.groupcarpool.com/t/k7cq80

    Rain Cancels

    *Richard, and Robert Sandoval of OCLB Board asked that OCLB also be tagged for this hike. - Oct 13


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  • PS -Hike Big Morongo Canyon Preserve - Lunch - Soak

    • Tue, November 12, 2024
    • 8:20 AM - 3:00 PM
    • Desert Hot Springs

    Hike - Lunch - Soak

    • Hike: Big Morongo Canyon Preserve
    • Miracle Springs Resort & Spa  


    Meet at 8:20 am (for 8:30 departure) in the parking lot next to Carl's Jr, at the corner of N. Palm Canyon and Racquet Club in Palm Springs, enter on Racquet Club: click here

    or meet at the Big Morongo Preserve click here at 8:55 am

    Big Morongo Canyon Preserve

    Missed that trip to Vermont for Fall Foliage season last year? You can catch a very similar scene early November in our own backyard by joining this walk/hike.

    Located on Morongo Valley north of Desert Hot Springs, Big Morongo Canyon Preserve is well recognized as an important wildlife corridor that links the San Gorgonio Wilderness with the San Bernardino National Forest and Joshua Tree National Park.

    We will combine parts of three trails for an easy to moderate walk of about two to three miles that will include the marsh and riparian habitats and of course Fall Foliage. In addition to wildlife, the Preserve is an internationally-recognized birding site so consider bringing your binoculars. 

    After taking in the sites, we retrace our steps back to the trailhead and move onto Miracle Springs Resort & Spa for lunch at their indoor/outdoor Capri Restaurant and then “take the waters” in any of the 8 mineral pools of different temperatures. 

    You may skip the hike and meet us at the Spa Resort for lunch.

    Spa entry day pass compliments of the Miracle Springs Resort & Spa who will be hosting our Holiday Party December 8.

      Make sure you go to the correct Spa resort. There are two adjacent resorts, go to the Miracle Springs Resort & Spa to the North of the other spa, address is: 10625 Palm Dr, Desert Hot Springs, CA (Our Holiday party location)

      Bring:   Swimsuit - Towel - Lock for locker, tote bag

      Ten Essentials (click here), water, 1 to 1.5 liters recommended, snacks, sun protection, layered clothing , hiking poles may be helpful. Carry Emergency Contact Information (ICE). Sturdy hiking footwear with good tread and adequate drinking water are required. Inclement weather may cancel.

      Carpooling is encouraged and may be available if offered by driver. You are responsible for arranging you own transportation or ride share. Keep in mind the optional spa/lunch if carpooling.


      Trip Leaders:

      Health Problems/allergies:   Discuss any medical concerns with the hike leader that may affect your ability to complete the hike. 


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    • PS - Badlands Indio Hills—Save the date

      • Wed, November 13, 2024
      • 9:00 AM - 1:30 PM
      • Palm Springs
      • 15

      Hike the hills and canyons created by the San Andreas fault with outstanding geological features and great views from the ridge. 

      • Trail Length:   5.3 mi
      • Elevation Gain/Loss: 900'
      • Trailhead Elevation: 20'
      • Trail Type: Loop
      • Terrain: Rocky, sandy areas, slot canyons.
      • Difficulty Rating: Moderate* The trail narrows through a canyon and then it climbs to a high ridge with a steep drop-off.

      9:00 AM Meeting Place: PetSmart Ramon/Crossley, Palm Springs: Map Click Here. Meet at the north/east corner parking lot

      *Hiking Requirements - You will need to be in good physical condition for this hike.  Click here for more information.

      Bring Ten Essentials (click here) - water (2 to 3 liters recommended), and trail snacks. Sun protection and layered clothing are recommended. Carry Emergency Contact Information (ICE).

      Sturdy hiking footwear with good tread and adequate drinking water are required.

      Optional Lunch: CIE Sichuan Cuisine, 45682 Towne St., downtown Indio. Website has all-day menu. Bring $20+ cash or Venmo to facilitate sharing dishes. Arrange your carpooling accordingly.

      Contact leader: Howard G. - email click here

      Carpooling - is encouraged and may be available if offered by a driver. You are responsible for arranging your own transportation or ride share. Arrive a few minutes early for briefing and carpooling. Departure is at 9 AM. Distance to trailhead (Golf Center Parkway/Ave 42) is 18 miles, approximately 30 minutes.

      Weather Policy: Inclement weather cancels

      Additional Photos - Click Here

      You must be a Great Outdoors (GO) member in order to attend this event.


      Health Problems/allergies:   Discuss any medical concerns with the hike leader that may affect your ability to complete the hike. 

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    • PS - Hike: Cross Loop - SAVE THE DATE

      • Mon, November 18, 2024
      • 8:00 AM
      • Palm Desert, CA

      (Write a brief message here about why you like this hike and others may too. Example for Oswit Canyon: Explore one of our best natural areas that is home to a variety of desert vegetation and wildlife. Enjoy mountain/canyon views while overlooking Palm Springs. The turnaround point features a waterfall at a palm oasis.)

      Description:

      • Trail Length:
      • Elevation Gain/Loss: 
      • Difficulty Rating: 
      • Trail Type: 
      • Terrain: 
      •         AM Meet at Palm Springs PetsMart, Ramon/Crossley   Map click here
      •         AM Meet at Hunters on Arenas Map click here
      • or      AM at Coachella Valley Preserve parking lot  Map Here

      Bring: Ten Essentials, water (2 to 3 liters recommended), lunch/ snacks, sun protection, layered clothing, hiking poles may be helpful. Carry emergency contact information. Sturdy hiking footwear with good tread and adequate drinking water are required. 

      Hiking Requirements (How can I tell if a hike is for me?). You will need to be in good physical condition for this hike. Click here for more information.

      Carpooling is encouraged and may be available if offered by driver. You are responsible for arranging your own transportation or ride share. Carpool transportation is at the sole risk of the participants.  Arrive a few minutes early for briefing and carpooling. Departure is       AM from 

      Contact hike leader:  John R. Email click here

      Cancel: If you cannot make a hike for which you have registered please cancel as others may be on the waitlist. You may cancel directly from your profile settings or notify the hike leader.

      Weather Policy: Inclement weather cancels.

      Unless otherwise noted, registration for this event is limited to Great Outdoors members. To sign up as a member, click here 


      Photos: (optional)

      Weather Policy: Inclement weather cancels

      Pets allowed? (Leader discretion if allowed by land agency)

      Health Problems/allergies:   Discuss any medical concerns with the hike leader that may affect your ability to complete this hike. 


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    • PS - HIKE: Horsethief Creek - Cactus Springs

      • Wed, November 20, 2024
      • 8:00 AM - 2:30 PM
      • Santa Rosa San Jacinto National Monument
      • 5
      • 7 registrants
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      Horsethief Creek via Cactus Springs 

      • Distance: 5 miles out & back
      • Elevation gain: 1200'
      • Trailhead elevation: 4045'
      • Difficulty Rating: Moderate/ Advanced
      • Hike is downhill in and uphill out. Of the 1200 feet, 300 feet is gained going in, and 865 feet on the way back.
      • Hiking time: 3 hours
      • Meet at 8:00AM at Denny's at 69050 CA-111, Cathedral City, CA 92234. Map
      • Description: Set in the transitional zone between the Santa Rosa Mountains and the Coachella Valley, this hike provides a huge variety of scenery, including geology, canyons, creeks and desert flora. Adding to the appeal is the area’s historical interest; Horsethief Creek takes its name from the legend of gangsters that supposedly used the canyon as a hideout.

      Hiking Requirements - you will need to be in good physical condition for this hike.  Click here for more information.

      Bring Ten Essentials (click here), water (2 to 3 liters recommended), lunch and trail snacks. Sun protection and layered clothing are recommended. Carry Emergency Contact Information (ICE). Sturdy hiking footwear with good tread and adequate drinking water are required. Hiking poles may be helpful.

      Contact hike leader:  Kirk Olsen Email Click Here 

      Carpooling is encouraged and may be available if offered by driver. You are responsible for arranging you own transportation or ride share. Arrive a few minutes early for briefing and carpooling. Departure is at 8:00 am AM. Distance to Cactus Spring trailhead  is 21 miles. Map Direction to trailhead

      Trail Profile:

      Weather Policy: Inclement weather cancels

      More trail information: USFS click here.

      Plant guide:  Click here.

      Health Problems/allergies:  Advise hike leader of any medical or other issues that may affect your ability to complete this hike.


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    • PS - Hike: Yucca Valley Nature Museum - SAVE THE DATE

      • Wed, November 20, 2024
      • 8:00 AM
      • Yucca Valley

      (Write a brief message here about why you like this hike and others may too. Example for Oswit Canyon: Explore one of our best natural areas that is home to a variety of desert vegetation and wildlife. Enjoy mountain/canyon views while overlooking Palm Springs. The turnaround point features a waterfall at a palm oasis.)

      Description:

      • Trail Length:
      • Elevation Gain/Loss: 
      • Difficulty Rating: 
      • Trail Type: 
      • Terrain: 
      •         AM Meet at Palm Springs PetsMart, Ramon/Crossley   Map click here
      •         AM Meet at Hunters on Arenas Map click here
      • or      AM at Coachella Valley Preserve parking lot  Map Here

      Bring: Ten Essentials, water (2 to 3 liters recommended), lunch/ snacks, sun protection, layered clothing, hiking poles may be helpful. Carry emergency contact information. Sturdy hiking footwear with good tread and adequate drinking water are required. 

      Hiking Requirements (How can I tell if a hike is for me?). You will need to be in good physical condition for this hike. Click here for more information.

      Carpooling is encouraged and may be available if offered by driver. You are responsible for arranging your own transportation or ride share. Carpool transportation is at the sole risk of the participants.  Arrive a few minutes early for briefing and carpooling. Departure is       AM from 

      Contact hike leader:  Pat Email click here

      Cancel: If you cannot make a hike for which you have registered please cancel as others may be on the waitlist. You may cancel directly from your profile settings or notify the hike leader.

      Weather Policy: Inclement weather cancels.

      Unless otherwise noted, registration for this event is limited to Great Outdoors members. To sign up as a member, click here 


      Photos: (optional)

      Weather Policy: Inclement weather cancels

      Pets allowed? (Leader discretion if allowed by land agency)

      Health Problems/allergies:   Discuss any medical concerns with the hike leader that may affect your ability to complete this hike. 


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    • PS - Hike - N. Magnesia Falls - SAVE THE DATE

      • Thu, November 21, 2024
      • 8:30 AM - 1:00 PM
      • North Magnesia Falls Canyon, Rancho Mirage, CA

      North Magnesia Falls

      Explore the North canyon of Magnesia Falls. In the canyon there are rocky washes and a series of dry waterfalls with Big Horn Sheep sightings possible.  This is the side canyon including a stop at the base of the main canyon’s first dry waterfall.

      This canyon has dramatic geological displays of twisted rock formations with high rock walls in a series of curves. There are several dry waterfalls to negotiate.

      • Duration: 3 hours
      • Difficulty: Moderate
      • Total Elevation: 600 ft
      • Distance: 5 miles out & back
      • Terrain: Dry falls, sandy and rocky washes. Mostly full sun exposure.

      Space is limited, so please register early to reserve a spot, sign the electronic waiver, and receive any last-minute updates.


      Meeting Location:   Either meet at 8:30 am at PetsMart parking lot in Palm Springs (map here) or at 9:00 am at the Blixseth Park parking lot (map here).    Please indicate your meeting location preference when you register.    


      Hiking Requirements:  You will need to be in good physical condition for this hike.  Click here for more information.  Sturdy hiking footwear with good tread and adequate drinking water are required. 

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      New Information:  The trail includes several dry waterfalls about 10 ft. in height that will require some scrambling/climbing skills.  Climbing gloves would be helpful.  

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      Bring Ten Essentials (click here):  Water (1 to 2 liters recommended), trail snacks. Sun protection and layered clothing are recommended. Carry Emergency Contact Information (ICE). Hiking poles may be helpful.

      Contact Hike Leader: Beth S.. (email)

      Carpooling is encouraged and may be available if offered by driver. You are responsible for arranging your own transportation or ride share. Arrive a few minutes early for briefing and carpooling.  

      Weather Policy: Inclement weather may cancel.

      Health Problems/allergies:   Discuss any medical concerns with the hike leader that may affect your ability to complete this hike. 

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    • PS - Hike: Garstin Shannon Henderson—Save the date

      • Wed, November 27, 2024
      • 8:45 AM - 12:00 PM
      • Palm Springs
      • 15

      This hike offers scenic views of Palm Springs and the San Jacinto Mountains after a steep climb up the Garstin Trail. We plan to hike at a leisurely pace, starting and ending at Barona Road in south Palm Springs. 

      Meeting Place: Garstin Trailhead on Barona Rd. Driving east on Bogert Trail Road, cross the bridge over the wash and take the first left turn onto Barona Road. The trailhead is at the end of the cul de sac. There is limited street parking nearby so carpooling is encouraged and may be offered by participants.

      Meeting Time: We will gather about 8:45 a.m. to begin hiking at 9 a.m.

      • Trail Length: 3.7 mile loop
      • Hiking 
      • Time: 3 hours
      • Total Elevation Gain/Loss: 1,100 feet
      • Maximum Elevation: 1,522 feet
      • Difficulty Rating: Moderate* but starting with a long, steep climb. Steep and  narrow drop-off along some sections.
      • Expected time of return: noon
      • Terrain: well-established trail, sandy or rocky and narrow in spots. Parts of the trail are used by equestrians and mountain bikers.

      * Moderate: generally suitable for novice hikers who want a bit of a challenge. The terrain will involve a moderate incline and may have some steeper sections. 

      Contact Hike Leader Howard G. click here

      Bring Ten Essentials (click here), water (2 liters recommended), snacks, sun protection, layered clothing. If wind is in the forecast, bring an appropriate hat and jacket. Carry Emergency Contact Information. 

      Inclement weather or recent heavy rain may affect plans for this winter hike. 

      Health Problems/allergies: Discuss any medical concerns with the hike leader that may affect your ability to complete the hike. 

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    • PS - Hike: Covington Flats Loop

      • Sat, November 30, 2024
      • 8:00 AM - 2:30 PM
      • Joshua Tree National Park Covington Flats
      Scenic hike in Joshua Tree National Park through varied desert landscapes with Joshua trees, chaparral and pinyon-juniper scrub. Begins at Lower Covington Flats; includes some easy-to-moderate scrambling down several dry waterfalls in a beautiful canyon that the upper section of Smith Water Canyon.

      6 Miles loop with Elevation gain of 800 feet, includes scrambling down several dry waterfalls.

      HIKE DIFFICULTY: Moderate +

      Meet at 8:00 am at PetSmart Palm Springs; Map, or meet at 8:45 am in the Village Center shopping plaza (56865 – 29 Palms Hwy) in Yucca Valley in front of the Big Lots store. We will car pool/caravan to the trailhead from there. This includes a 9-mile drive along La Contenta Rd., a dirt road with some rough/poorly graded sections.

      Bring Ten Essentials (click here), water (2 to 3 liters recommended), trail snacks/lunch. Sun protection and layered clothing are recommended. Carry Emergency Contact Information (ICE). Hiking poles may be helpful. Sturdy hiking footwear with good tread and adequate drinking water are essential. 

      Contact Hike Leader: Scott Connelly email click here

      Co hike leader: 

      The hike is within the Park, but no entry fee is required for access to our trailhead. No pets allowed.



      Health Problems/allergies:   Discuss any medical concerns with the hike leader that may affect your ability to complete the hike. 

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    • PS-HIKE Chaparossa Peak - Save the Date

      • Wed, December 04, 2024
      • 7:30 AM
      • Pioneertown Mountain Preserve

      Description: We will depart from the Carl’s Jr parking lot at 7:30 AM for the 45 minute drive to the Pioneertown Mountains Preserve. We will hike through varied terrain offering little shade but a great variety of rocks and flora and views at almost every turn. Similar to hikes in Joshua Tree NP, but with fewer people.

      • Meeting Location: Carl’s Jr at West Racquet Club and North Palm Canyon
      • Time: 7:30 AM-2:30 PM
      • Distance: 6.2 miles
      • Total Elevation Gain: 1,341'
      • Minimum elevation: 4,286’
      • Difficulty: Strenuous
      • Type: In and out
      • Hike Time: 3.25 hours
      • Contact hike leader: Spencer Ballard Email click here

      Hiking requirements: This is a steep trail with loose stones leading to great vistas at the top. Even though we will take our time for safe ascent and descent, this is a very challenging hike comparable in length to Wellman Divide.

      Good treads on soles are crucial and poles are recommended. Carry a bit more water than normal.

      After the hike, those who are interested can stop at Pappy and Harriet’s for lunch before returning to the desert. If carpooling, check with your driver about lunch plans before leaving Carl’s Jr.

      Click this link for more information about the Pioneertown Mountains Preserve: https://wildlandsconservancy.org/preserves/pioneertownmountains

      Bring: Ten Essentials, water (2 to 3 liters recommended), lunch/ snacks, sun protection, layered clothing, hiking poles may be helpful. Carry emergency contact information. Sturdy hiking footwear with good tread and adequate drinking water are required. 

      Hiking Requirements (How can I tell if a hike is for me?). You will need to be in good physical condition for this hike. Click here for more information.

      Carpooling is encouraged and may be available if offered by driver. You are responsible for arranging your own transportation or ride share. Carpool transportation is at the sole risk of the participants.  Arrive a few minutes early for briefing and carpooling. 

      Cancel: If you cannot make a hike for which you have registered please cancel as others may be on the waitlist. You may cancel directly from your profile settings or notify the hike leader.

      Weather Policy: Inclement weather cancels.

      Unless otherwise noted, registration for this event is limited to Great Outdoors members. To sign up as a member, click here 

      Health Problems/allergies:   Discuss any medical concerns with the hike leader that may affect your ability to complete this hike. 


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    • PS - Hike: Murray Hill for Newbies (SAVE THE DATE)

      • Sat, December 07, 2024
      • 7:00 AM - 12:30 PM
      • Palm Springs, CA
      • 16

      This is a challenging 7.5mi hike to Murray Hill, the landmark south of Palm Springs and nearly midway between the Cathedral Cove and Andreas Hills residential areas. You must be in good physical condition and able to complete a 2,000ft elevation gain in three miles for nearly 8 miles round trip; there are significant altitude gains going both ways on this trail. This hike is geared for those new to Murray Hill...it is a challenging hike for sure but not as intimidating as it looks from the bottom...the pace will be slower to help make sure we stay as a group, keeping in mind we need to be back to the starting point by the time stated! Starting at the Frank Bogert Trailhead off of Andreas Hills Rd the route will follow Bogert Trail up the valley to the Wild-Horse Trail, connecting with the Clara Burgess Trail then hilltop spur to the top of for snacks/lunch, ooohs & ahhhhs, and pictures. We will return back the same route as we came.

      • Meeting place: Frank Bogert Trailhead (off of Andreas Hills Rd) (MAP)
      • Trail Length: 7.5 miles
      • Elevation Gain: 1,983ft
      • Difficulty Rating: moderately strenuous to strenuous, pace will be designed for newer hikers but know the altitude gain is significant with steep sections throughout
      • Hiking time:  5 to 5.5 hours 
      • Type: rocky trail
      • Trail route: out and back
      • Terrain: significant up hill along well worn clearly marked trails on a crest of the mountain with alternating plateau(ish) sections; great views to the south Santa Rosa & San Jacinto ranges and north across the valley.
      • Directions (to starting point): follow S Palm Canyon Dr to Bogert Trail Rd (just past the South Lykken/Oswit trailheads), and turn left (if you get to the tribal lands gate, you went too far). Follow Bogert Trail Rd as it winds through the residential neighborhood and multiple stop signs. When you cross Redford Dr, Bogert Trail Rd will curve left up a steep incline and joins with Andreas Hills Rd. At the top of that incline you will see the Bogert Trailhead parking lot, turn right into the lot. If full, park along the north side of the road and walk up to the trail start. (MAP)

      Bring Ten Essentials (click here), water (2 to 3 liters or more are recommended), trail snacks, sun protection, layered clothing, and trekking poles; carry emergency contact information (ICE).

      Hiking Requirements: You will need to be in very good physical condition for this hike. Click here for more information. Sturdy hiking footwear with good tread and adequate drinking water are required. Trekking poles can be very helpful.

      Please notify the hike leaders if you cannot make a hike for which you have registered, there may be a waitlist. Remember to be punctual at the meeting place or you may be left behind.

      Contact Hike Leaders: Thomas W. & Bill B.

      Co-leader: Jeff M.

      Carpooling to the trailhead is encouraged due to limited parking in the trailhead lot. You are responsible for arranging your own transportation or ride share.

      Weather Policy: Inclement weather cancels.

      Health Problems/allergies:   Discuss any medical concerns with the hike leader that may affect your ability to complete the hike. 

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    • PS - Hike: Jane's Hoffbrau

      • Tue, December 10, 2024
      • 9:00 AM
      • Palm Springs

      HIKE - JANE'S HOFFBRAU

      • Length: Approx 3 miles
      • Route: Out and back
      • Hike time: Approx 2 hours
      • Elevation Gain: Approx 700'
      • Difficulty: Moderate

      Meet at 9:00 AM at the Rimrock Plaza ( Vons ) 4733 E Palm Canyon Dr, Palm Springs. Park in the East parking lot near the Eisenhower facility and meet at the parking lot corner in front of the Thrifty Wash. Depart at 9:00 AM. Arrive a few minutes early for introductions and briefing. Map Click Here

      Description: The hike starts at the dirt road at the far eastside of Rimrock Plaza. At the water reservoir tanks we pick up a trail to the top of a plateau that affords great views of Palm Springs and Cathedral City. We then hike the plateau until we descend a canyon to Jane's Hoffbrau  Palm Oasis. No, there is no coffee served here, but it is a small beautiful canyon with a dry waterfall and it is loaded with palm trees. We will relax in the shade of the palms and then return on the same trail. 

      Bring Ten Essentials (click here), water (1 to 2 liters recommended), trail snacks, sun protection, layered clothing. Carry Emergency Contact Information (ICE). Sturdy hiking footwear with good tread and adequate drinking water are required. Hiking poles may be helpful

      Contact Hike Leader: Pat M email click here

      Health Problems/allergies:   Discuss any medical concerns with the hike leader that may affect your ability to complete the hike. 




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    • PS - Hike: Araby and Bern Trail Loop - SAVE THE DATE

      • Thu, December 12, 2024
      • 8:00 AM - 12:00 PM
      • Palm Springs, CA

      (Write a brief message here about why you like this hike and others may too. Example for Oswit Canyon: Explore one of our best natural areas that is home to a variety of desert vegetation and wildlife. Enjoy mountain/canyon views while overlooking Palm Springs. The turnaround point features a waterfall at a palm oasis.)

      Description:

      • Trail Length:
      • Elevation Gain/Loss: 
      • Difficulty Rating: 
      • Trail Type: 
      • Terrain: 
      •         AM Meet at Palm Springs PetsMart, Ramon/Crossley   Map click here
      •         AM Meet at Hunters on Arenas Map click here
      • or      AM at Coachella Valley Preserve parking lot  Map Here

      Bring: Ten Essentials, water (2 to 3 liters recommended), lunch/ snacks, sun protection, layered clothing, hiking poles may be helpful. Carry emergency contact information. Sturdy hiking footwear with good tread and adequate drinking water are required. 

      Hiking Requirements (How can I tell if a hike is for me?). You will need to be in good physical condition for this hike. Click here for more information.

      Carpooling is encouraged and may be available if offered by driver. You are responsible for arranging your own transportation or ride share. Carpool transportation is at the sole risk of the participants.  Arrive a few minutes early for briefing and carpooling. Departure is       AM from 

      Contact hike leader:  Beth S. Email click here

      Cancel: If you cannot make a hike for which you have registered please cancel as others may be on the waitlist. You may cancel directly from your profile settings or notify the hike leader.

      Weather Policy: Inclement weather cancels.

      Unless otherwise noted, registration for this event is limited to Great Outdoors members. To sign up as a member, click here 


      Photos: (optional)

      Weather Policy: Inclement weather cancels

      Pets allowed? (Leader discretion if allowed by land agency)

      Health Problems/allergies:   Discuss any medical concerns with the hike leader that may affect your ability to complete this hike. 


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    • PS - WALK: CV Link - SAVE THE DATE

      • Sun, December 15, 2024
      • 9:00 AM
      • CV LINK, Palm Springs

      Join us for a walk along the CV Link. We will walk the gravel path above the wash for the majority of the walk and venture into the sandy wash itself for part of the walk. Both can be seen in the picture above. The views of the surrounding hills and mountains will be excellent. 

      • Duration: 1 hour
      • Difficulty: Easy
      • Distance: 2.5 miles out and back
      • Terrain: Gravel path and sandy wash
      • Directions to trailhead: . 
      • Parking: : Map Click Here.

      Bring Ten Essentials (click here), water (1 or 2 liters recommended), lunch and snacks. Hat, sunscreen and layered clothing are recommended.

      Sturdy hiking footwear with good tread and adequate drinking water are required.

      Contact: John Ryan  email

      Weather Policy: Inclement weather cancels 

      Cancel: If you cannot make a hike for which you have registered please cancel as others may be on the waitlist. You may cancel directly from your profile settings or notify the hike leader.

      Health Problems/allergies: Discuss any medical concerns with the hike leader that may affect your ability to complete the hike. 

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    • PS - Outdoor: Day Trip to Snow Summit - SAVE THE DATE

      • Wed, December 18, 2024
      • 8:00 AM

      (Write a brief message here about why you like this hike and others may too. Example for Oswit Canyon: Explore one of our best natural areas that is home to a variety of desert vegetation and wildlife. Enjoy mountain/canyon views while overlooking Palm Springs. The turnaround point features a waterfall at a palm oasis.)

      Description:

      • Trail Length:
      • Elevation Gain/Loss: 
      • Difficulty Rating: 
      • Trail Type: 
      • Terrain: 
      •         AM Meet at Palm Springs PetsMart, Ramon/Crossley   Map click here
      •         AM Meet at Hunters on Arenas Map click here
      • or      AM at Coachella Valley Preserve parking lot  Map Here

      Bring: Ten Essentials, water (2 to 3 liters recommended), lunch/ snacks, sun protection, layered clothing, hiking poles may be helpful. Carry emergency contact information. Sturdy hiking footwear with good tread and adequate drinking water are required. 

      Hiking Requirements (How can I tell if a hike is for me?). You will need to be in good physical condition for this hike. Click here for more information.

      Carpooling is encouraged and may be available if offered by driver. You are responsible for arranging your own transportation or ride share. Carpool transportation is at the sole risk of the participants.  Arrive a few minutes early for briefing and carpooling. Departure is       AM from 

      Contact hike leader:  Kirk Email click here

      Cancel: If you cannot make a hike for which you have registered please cancel as others may be on the waitlist. You may cancel directly from your profile settings or notify the hike leader.

      Weather Policy: Inclement weather cancels.

      Unless otherwise noted, registration for this event is limited to Great Outdoors members. To sign up as a member, click here 


      Photos: (optional)

      Weather Policy: Inclement weather cancels

      Pets allowed? (Leader discretion if allowed by land agency)

      Health Problems/allergies:   Discuss any medical concerns with the hike leader that may affect your ability to complete this hike. 


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    • PS - Living Desert Wildlights

      • Thu, December 19, 2024
      • 6:00 PM
      • Living Desert 47900 Portola Ave, Palm Desert
      • 4 registrants
      Register

      Don we now our gay apparel, Fa la la, ... WildLights at The Living Desert is  transforming the zoo into a sparkling winter wonderland. This festive, annual tradition features more than a million colorful, sparkling holiday lights. 

      WildLights is back and brighter than ever! With more than three million dazzling lights throughout the park, this year's event will delight both longtime fans and first-time visitors! Adult Only Night.

      • Marvel at awe-inspiring walk-through exhibits, such as the 30-foot-tall holiday tree, 16-foot-tall lighted snowman, and an 18-foot-tall glowing ornament.
      • Enjoy an enchanting stroll through the African Safari section of the Zoo, complete with enhanced light designs. As you explore, be on the lookout for some of Africa's iconic animals, such as the rhino, giraffe, zebra, and African painted dogs.
      • Visit your favorite festive displays such as the Tunnel of Lights, Dazzling Gift, and holiday-themed G-Scale model train!
      • Get your groove on with nightly holiday music. Entertainment varies each night and may include a DJ dance party or traditional holiday carolers.
      • In addition to the many Instagram-worthy photo ops throughout the park, snap a photo with Santa until December 24!
      • Gather around the s'mores station or take a nighttime spin on the holiday-themed carousel for an additional fee.
      • Savor the season and get your fill of delectable wintertime treats. For guests 21+, beer, wine, and specialty cocktails will be available for purchase.

      6:00 PM Meet at the main entrance.

      Wear you best holiday outfit and your name tag.

      Discounted Tickets $17.00

      Contact: Scott Connelly email click here  or Robert Varga Email click here

      Health Problems/allergies:   Discuss any medical concerns with the event leader that may affect your ability to complete the hike. 


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    • PS - Hike: Bighorn Overlook - Sunrise Christmas Eve - SAVE THE DATE

      • Tue, December 24, 2024
      • 6:15 AM - 7:15 AM
      • Upper Parking Lot, Rancho Mirage City Hall, 69825 CA-111, Rancho Mirage, CA 92270

      Enjoy the sunrise on Christmas Eve morning with a beautiful view of the Coachella Valley from Bighorn Overlook!  We will hike easy to moderate switchbacks up to the overlook and pause to enjoy the sunrise.  From there we will proceed along the Jack Rabbit trail to the Roadrunner trail, which we will follow back down to the parking lot.

      • Distance: 1 mile loop
      • Distance gain: 400’
      • Trailhead elevation: 300’
      • Difficulty Rating: Easy - Moderate*
      • Trail is well-marked but rocky in places.  A headlamp or flashlight may be helpful at the beginning of the hike.
      • Hiking time: 1 hour
      • Meet: 6:15 AM at Bighorn Overlook trailhead (upper parking lot, Rancho Mirage City Hall).  Map
      • Important: Wear warm layers for expected early morning cold temperatures!
      • Hiking Requirements - you will need to be in good physical condition for this hike.

      Bring Ten Essentials (click here), water (1 to 2 liters recommended), trail snacks. Sun protection and layered clothing are recommended. Carry Emergency Contact Information (ICE). Hiking poles may be helpful.

      Sturdy hiking footwear with good tread and adequate drinking water are required. 

      Hiking Requirements - you will need to be in good physical condition for this hike.  Click here for more information.

      Contact Hike Leader:  Kirk Olsen  email

      Carpooling is encouraged and may be available if offered by driver. You are responsible for arranging you own transportation or ride share. 

      Weather Policy: Inclement weather may cancel.


      Health Problems/allergies:   Discuss any medical concerns with the hike leader that may affect your ability to complete the hike. 

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    • PS - Hike: N. Lykken to Museum Trail - SAVE THE DATE

      • Wed, January 22, 2025
      • 8:00 AM - 11:30 AM

      Save the Date



      Bring Ten Essentials (click here), water (1 to 2 liters recommended), trail snacks. Sun protection and layered clothing are recommended. Carry Emergency Contact Information (ICE). Hiking poles may be helpful.

      Sturdy hiking footwear with good tread and adequate drinking water are required. 

      Hiking Requirements - you will need to be in good physical condition for this hike.  Click here for more information.

      Contact Hike Leader: Vince

      Carpooling is encouraged and may be available if offered by driver. You are responsible for arranging you own transportation or ride share. Arrive a few minutes early for briefing and carpooling.  Distance to trailhead is .

      Weather Policy: Inclement weather may cancel.


      Special COVID Related Requirements: This event requires all attendees to be fully vaccinated.

      Health Problems/allergies:   Discuss any medical concerns with the hike leader that may affect your ability to complete this hike. 

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    • PS: HIKE - Herman's Hike (SAVE THE DATE)

      • Thu, January 23, 2025
      • 8:00 AM - 12:00 PM
      • Thousand Palms
      • 15

      Hike from the Thousand Palms Oasis on the Moon Country trail and up the switchbacks to the peak located on the San Andreas Fault. Continue across the fault ridge and down to Willis Palms Oasis and back to the Willis Palms Trailhead. An optional 1.5mi return hike from Willis Palms Oasis to the Thousand Palms Oasis parking area will be available.

      • Trail Length: 6.5 miles 
      • Elevation Gain/Loss: 950’
      • Difficulty Rating: moderate+
      • Trail Type: One way with car shuttle
      • Terrain: rocky, sandy areas, trail switchbacks climb  to the top, loose rocks.
      • 8:00 AM Meeting Place: Palm Springs PetsMart Ramon/Crossley   Map Here
      • Bring Ten Essentials (click here), water (2 to 2 liters recommended), lunch and snacks. Sun protection and layered clothing are recommended. 
      • Sturdy hiking footwear with good tread and adequate drinking water are required; hiking poles may be helpful.
      • Carry Emergency Contact Information (ICE).

      Registration for this event is limited to Great Outdoors (GO) members only. If you're not a member, click here to join first.

      Contact Hike Leaders:  Tom W.

      Co-Leader: Jeff M.

      Carpooling is recommended  and may be available if offered by a driver. Arrive a few minutes early for briefing and carpooling. Departure is at 8 AM. 

      Photos Click Here

      Weather Policy: Inclement weather cancels (including high-wind advisories)

      Health Problems/allergies: It is the responsibility of participants to carry on their person a record of significant allergies, medications and medical history in the event of a medical emergency.  Discuss any medical concerns with the hike leader if you wish.


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    • PS - Hike: Palm Canyon and Victor Trails - SAVE THE DATE

      • Tue, January 28, 2025
      • 8:00 AM
      • Indian Canyons

      (Write a brief message here about why you like this hike and others may too. Example for Oswit Canyon: Explore one of our best natural areas that is home to a variety of desert vegetation and wildlife. Enjoy mountain/canyon views while overlooking Palm Springs. The turnaround point features a waterfall at a palm oasis.)

      Description:

      • Trail Length:
      • Elevation Gain/Loss: 
      • Difficulty Rating: 
      • Trail Type: 
      • Terrain: 
      •         AM Meet at Palm Springs PetsMart, Ramon/Crossley   Map click here
      •         AM Meet at Hunters on Arenas Map click here
      • or      AM at Coachella Valley Preserve parking lot  Map Here

      Bring: Ten Essentials, water (2 to 3 liters recommended), lunch/ snacks, sun protection, layered clothing, hiking poles may be helpful. Carry emergency contact information. Sturdy hiking footwear with good tread and adequate drinking water are required. 

      Hiking Requirements (How can I tell if a hike is for me?). You will need to be in good physical condition for this hike. Click here for more information.

      Carpooling is encouraged and may be available if offered by driver. You are responsible for arranging your own transportation or ride share. Carpool transportation is at the sole risk of the participants.  Arrive a few minutes early for briefing and carpooling. Departure is       AM from 

      Contact hike leader:  Pat and Bill Email click here

      Cancel: If you cannot make a hike for which you have registered please cancel as others may be on the waitlist. You may cancel directly from your profile settings or notify the hike leader.

      Weather Policy: Inclement weather cancels.

      Unless otherwise noted, registration for this event is limited to Great Outdoors members. To sign up as a member, click here 


      Photos: (optional)

      Weather Policy: Inclement weather cancels

      Pets allowed? (Leader discretion if allowed by land agency)

      Health Problems/allergies:   Discuss any medical concerns with the hike leader that may affect your ability to complete this hike. 


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    • PS - Bike: Tour de Palm Springs

      • Sat, February 08, 2025
      • 8:30 AM - 1:00 PM
      • Palm Springs E. Palm Canyon at Museum Way
      • 23 registrants
      Register

      27th Annual Tour de Palm Springs

      Join  Great Outdoors members riding  the 24 mile route. Register and pay at the Tour de Palm Springs website: Click Here

      Use drop down menu to select Great Outdoors team

      Early Bird discount until August 31, 2024. Be sure to utilize code TOUR25 for the 20% Discount on registration Drawing to pick 2 winners at random from the first 1,000 registered participants for gifts.



      Contact  Leader: Scott Connelly email click here and John Ryan email



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    • PS - Hike: Willis Palms Oasis

      • Wed, February 19, 2025
      • 9:00 AM - 11:30 AM
      • Willis Palms Trail, Thousand Palms, CA

      Hike along the San Andreas Fault to a lush palm oasis featuring views of the Coachella Valley, San Jacinto and San Gorgonio mountains, and a walk through an extensive Washingtonia Filifera Palm grove.  The Willis Palms Trail is part of the Coachella Valley Preserve located 10 miles east of Palm Springs in the bluffs and mesas of the Indio Hills. The trailhead is located on Thousand Palms Canyon Road a short distance from the intersection of Ramon and Thousand Palms Canyon Rd, on the left (west side).

      • Meet at PetSmart (Ramon & Crossley) Time: 9:00 AM Map click here.
      • Carpooling is encouraged and may be available if offered by driver.  You are responsible for arranging your own transportation or ride share. Limited parking at trailhead or alongside roadway. 
      • Trail features: Out and back loop, 3 miles length, 2 hrs. duration, elevation gain/loss 300 ft., mostly full sun exposure.  
      • Terrain: rocky, sandy areas, portion of trail narrow with steep drop-off on one side.
      • Difficulty Rating: Moderate
      • Sorry no pets allowed in the Preserve.
      • Please advise leader of any medical concerns or physical limitations.
      • Bring Ten Essentials (click here), water (1 to 2 liters recommended), trail snacks.
      • Sun protection and layered clothing are recommended. 
      • Sturdy hiking footwear with good tread and adequate drinking water are required.
      • Carry Emergency Contact Information (ICE).

      Weather Policy: Inclement weather cancels.

      Contact Hike Leader:  Pat Miyamoto Email click here and Jeff





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    • PS - Hike: Big Morongo Canyon - SAVE THE DATE

      • Tue, March 04, 2025
      • 8:00 AM - 10:30 AM
      • Big Morongo Canyon Preserve


      There was a fair amount of damage in Big Morongo Canyon due to the tropical storm this summer, and some of the trails were destroyed. There are still 2 major hiking areas untouched, and this hike will take the easier one to the mouth of the canyon hike and back. The hike will be about 3 miles and should take about 2.5 hours. Bring water and some food. The elevation gain will be about 100' or so.

      This hike is rated moderate.  Hiking poles are not needed but could be useful.  Bring 1-2 liters of water and a snack or lunch.

      Meeting is at 8:00 am in the parking lot next to Carl's Jr, at the corner of N. Palm Canyon and Racquet Club in Palm Springs, enter on Racquet Club click here

      What to bring: Ten Essentials (click here), water (1 to 2 liters recommended), lunch/snacks, sun protection, layered clothing. Carry Emergency Contact Information (ICE). Sturdy hiking footwear with good tread and adequate drinking water are required.

      Hiking Requirements - you will need to be in good physical condition for this hike.  Click here for more information.

      Hike Leader: Pat email click here.

      Health Problems/allergies:   Discuss any medical concerns with the hike leader that may affect your ability to complete the hike. 


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    • PS - Hike: Living Desert Glow in the Park - SAVE THE DATE

      • Tue, April 08, 2025
      • 8:00 AM
      • The Living Desert,

      (Write a brief message here about why you like this hike and others may too. Example for Oswit Canyon: Explore one of our best natural areas that is home to a variety of desert vegetation and wildlife. Enjoy mountain/canyon views while overlooking Palm Springs. The turnaround point features a waterfall at a palm oasis.)

      Description:

      • Trail Length:
      • Elevation Gain/Loss: 
      • Difficulty Rating: 
      • Trail Type: 
      • Terrain: 
      •         AM Meet at Palm Springs PetsMart, Ramon/Crossley   Map click here
      •         AM Meet at Hunters on Arenas Map click here
      • or      AM at Coachella Valley Preserve parking lot  Map Here

      Bring: Ten Essentials, water (2 to 3 liters recommended), lunch/ snacks, sun protection, layered clothing, hiking poles may be helpful. Carry emergency contact information. Sturdy hiking footwear with good tread and adequate drinking water are required. 

      Hiking Requirements (How can I tell if a hike is for me?). You will need to be in good physical condition for this hike. Click here for more information.

      Carpooling is encouraged and may be available if offered by driver. You are responsible for arranging your own transportation or ride share. Carpool transportation is at the sole risk of the participants.  Arrive a few minutes early for briefing and carpooling. Departure is       AM from 

      Contact hike leader:  Email click here

      Cancel: If you cannot make a hike for which you have registered please cancel as others may be on the waitlist. You may cancel directly from your profile settings or notify the hike leader.

      Weather Policy: Inclement weather cancels.

      Unless otherwise noted, registration for this event is limited to Great Outdoors members. To sign up as a member, click here 


      Photos: (optional)

      Weather Policy: Inclement weather cancels

      Pets allowed? (Leader discretion if allowed by land agency)

      Health Problems/allergies:   Discuss any medical concerns with the hike leader that may affect your ability to complete this hike. 


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    • PS - Camp -Hike: Little Round Valley & San Jacinto Peak Overnight (SAVE THE DATE)

      • Tue, June 24, 2025
      • 9:30 AM
      • Wed, June 25, 2025
      • 3:00 PM
      • San Jacinto State Park
      • 8

      We will hike from the PS Tramway upper station to Little Round Valley on Mt. San Jacinto's west slope via the Sid Davis, Peak, and Deer Spring Trails to the Little Round Valley Campground to camp for the night (5.5mi). Once set-up, optional side hikes to Drury and Jean peaks will be available (approximately 3mi). Returning Tuesday morning, we will summit San Jacinto and Miller peaks then returning to the Tram station via the Round Valley trail for a total of 12mi roundtrip (plus side hikes for the willing on day 1).

      • Distance: 13-14 total miles
      • Total Elevation: 3,650'
      • Duration: 7-8 hours
      • Difficulty: Strenuous
      • Maximum Elevation: 10,804’
      • Minimum Elevation 8000’
      • Type: Out and back 
      • Terrain: trail, rocky, some non-maintained off-trail routes, and bouldering last 300 feet to the top of San Jacinto peak.
      • Hiking Requirements - you will need to be in good physical condition for this hike.  Click here for more information. This hike requires agility, flexibility some scrambling experience to negotiate bouldering and vegetation, and longer hiking distances.
      • Camping requirements: campsite will be pre-reserved by the hike leader. Participants must carry all equipment, clothing, food, and water required for 2 days with low temperatures at night:
      • Equipment: tent, sleeping bag/liner, pad, ground cover, camp stove (if desired, fires are not permitted), headlamp/flashlight, personal items, and food utensils.
      • Ten Essentials (click here), water (minimum 4 liters recommended), water treatment method, sun protection, layered clothing (bring light weight windbreaker jacket), hiking poles may be helpful. Carry Emergency Contact Information (ICE). Sturdy hiking footwear with good tread and adequate drinking water* are required.
      • Clothing: layered clothing, warm hat or cap, insulated jackets, socks, gloves/mittens, rain gear, and other items to keep warm at night.
      • Food: sufficient food for hiking and 4 meals, as well as emergency snacks and energy/electrolyte sources.

      *You must bring sufficient water for the full 2 days; while some water may be available in creeks, that cannot be relied upon at this time of year either at the Round Valley seasonal ranger station pipe or the Little Round Valley creek. Any water located must be treated prior to drinking.

      Meeting location: PS Tramway lower station at 9:30am to board the 10am tram to the mountain station.

      Hike Leader: Tom W.

      All participants must be pre-approved prior to beginning of the hike. Each registrant will be contacted prior to the event to ensure understanding of the hike requirements and fitness for completing the event. At that time, please discuss any medical concerns with the hike leader that may affect your ability to complete the hike.


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    Past Hikes

    Thu, October 17, 2024 LA/CORP - 46th All Chapter CampOut and Conference
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    Sun, October 06, 2024 SD - Hike - Cowles Mountain and Pyles Peak
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    Fri, September 20, 2024 SD - Hike/Paint - Sunset Cliffs
    Thu, September 19, 2024 PS -Camp - Mammoth Lakes - Old Shady Rest
    Tue, September 17, 2024 PS - Hike: Pushwalla Palm Oasis - SAVE THE DATE
    Sun, September 15, 2024 LA - Calendar Meeting + Stairway Hike & Picnic
    Sun, September 15, 2024 PS - Hike - Mission Creek to Overlook
    Sat, September 14, 2024 OCLB - OC AIDS Walk 2024
    Sat, September 14, 2024 OCLB - Mt Hood Timberline Trail Backpack
    Sun, September 08, 2024 OCLB - Urban Walk in Anaheim
    Sat, September 07, 2024 SD - Hike - Mt. Baldy
    Sat, August 31, 2024 SD - Hike - Marian Bear Natural Memorial Park
    Wed, August 28, 2024 PS - HIKE: SUNSET HIKE AND DINE
    Thu, August 22, 2024 PS - HIKE: Round Valley-Tamarack Valley
    Wed, August 21, 2024 OCLB - Day Hikes in the Adirondack State Park
    Tue, August 20, 2024 LA - Short Notice! Tuesday 8/20 Full Moon Wine & Cheese Potluck Night Hike - Echo Mountain!
    Mon, August 19, 2024 OCLB - Hike: San Jacinto Round Valley Loop Hike
    Sun, August 18, 2024 OCLB - Urban Walk at the Los Angeles State Historic Park
    Wed, August 14, 2024 PS - Hike: Top of the Tram to Round Valley Ranger Station Aug 14
    Wed, August 07, 2024 PS - Hike: Top of the Tram--Desert View Trail
    Sat, August 03, 2024 OCLB - Easy Hike @ Juanita Cooke Trail in Fullerton
    Sat, August 03, 2024 PS - Hike: Tram To Idyllwild
    Sat, August 03, 2024 PS - Hike: Earl Henderson
    Wed, July 31, 2024 PS - Hike: Round Valley Loop and Shangra-La
    Sun, July 28, 2024 LA-Hike: REVISED - Palos Verdes Summer Vacation Day: Hike, Beach, Learn and Relax
    Mon, July 22, 2024 PS - Hike: Round Valley Loop
    Sun, July 21, 2024 SD - Pride Hike and Pool Party!
    Sun, July 21, 2024 OCLB - Dawn Mine Trail Hike
    Sun, July 21, 2024 LA - Hike #2 Moderate to Strenuous w Views - Cancelled
    Sat, July 20, 2024 SD - Hike - San Diego Pride Parade
    Sat, July 20, 2024 PS - WALK: Walk the Wash
    Wed, July 17, 2024 PS - Hike: Top of the Tram to Wellman's Divide (Loop)
    Sun, July 14, 2024 LA - Hike #1 Moderate to Strenuous w Views-canceled
    Fri, July 12, 2024 PS - Hike: CANCELLED DUE TO WILDFIRE Mt. Baldy Overnighter
    Thu, July 11, 2024 PS - Hike: Tahquitz Peak via Devil's Slide
    Wed, July 10, 2024 PS - Big Morongo/Mesquite Marsh - CANCELLED
    Sun, July 07, 2024 SBVC - Outside with Pride Hike
    Sun, June 30, 2024 SD - Hike - Seven Bridges Walk & Brunch TIME CHANGE 30 MINUTES
    Thu, June 27, 2024 LA - Hike: 🌈 Pride Outside at Eaton Canyon Natural Area in Pasadena
    Thu, June 27, 2024 LA - Misc: Malibu Creek State Park - Hike, Swim, Eat and More
    Wed, June 26, 2024 PS - Hike: Tamarack and Round Valleys Loop via Sid Davis
    Sun, June 23, 2024 LA - Hike: 🌈 Pride Outside at Stoneview Nature Center in Culver City
    Sat, June 22, 2024 OCLB – El Moro Canyon to Moro Ridge Loop
    Wed, June 19, 2024 PS - Hike: Round Valley Loop
    Wed, June 19, 2024 OCLB - San Gabriel Peak via Angeles Crest Hwy
    Sun, June 16, 2024 LA - 🌈 Pride Hike This Sunday! Gould Mesa Trailhead to Brown Mountain Dam
    Fri, June 14, 2024 PS - HIKE: HIDDEN LAKE
    Mon, June 10, 2024 PS - HIKE: HIDDEN LAKE - DIVIDE PLUS
    Sun, June 09, 2024 PS - Hike: Pushwalla Palms & Hidden Horseshoe Early Morning Hike
    Mon, June 03, 2024 PS - Hike: Desert View Trail Hike and Lunch
    Tue, May 28, 2024 PS - Speaker Series - "The Grand Circle Route Through Utah"
    Sun, May 26, 2024 PS - Hike: Big Morongo Canyon Preserve
    Sat, May 25, 2024 SD - Hike - Univ of San Diego and Tecolote Canyon Hike
    Thu, May 23, 2024 PS - Hike: Full Moon - Roadrunner/Chuckwalla Trail
    Sun, May 19, 2024 OCLB - San Gabriel Peak via Angeles Crest Hwy
    Sat, May 18, 2024 LA - Stream Hike This Saturday! Gabrielino Trail from Gould Mesa Trailhead to Brown Mountain Dam
    Fri, May 17, 2024 OCLB - Yosemite National Park 2024
    Thu, May 16, 2024 PS - HIKE: Oak Glen Preserve & Visit to Edward-Dean Museum
    Wed, May 15, 2024 PS - Hike: Sunrise South Lykken
    Tue, May 07, 2024 PS - Hike: Round Valley Loop via Aerial Tram—CANCELED
    Sun, May 05, 2024 OCLB - Urban Walk in the Niguel Botanical Preserve
    Sat, May 04, 2024 PS - Bike and Breakfast/Brunch
    Wed, May 01, 2024 PS - Hike: Lost Horse Loop Trail - Joshua Tree Park
    Sun, April 28, 2024 LA - Hike: Double the Friendship
    Sun, April 28, 2024 SD - Social/Hike - Fiesta Island Dog Walk
    Sat, April 27, 2024 OCLB – Weir Canyon & Anaheim Hills Trail Loop
    Sat, April 27, 2024 PS - Hike: Covington Crest Trail
    Fri, April 26, 2024 PS - Keys Ranch Tour - Joshua Tree National Park
    Wed, April 24, 2024 PS - Hike: Toutane Canyon and Waterfall April 24
    Tue, April 23, 2024 PS - Hike: Jane's Hoffbrau
    Sun, April 21, 2024 OCLB - Signal Hill Scenic Urban Walk
    Sat, April 20, 2024 SD - Hike - Volcan Mountain Trail
    Fri, April 19, 2024 PS - Hike - Indian Trail Loop at Pipes Canyon
    Thu, April 18, 2024 PS - Bike - Gay History Bike Ride April 18
    Wed, April 17, 2024 PS – Hike: Mission Creek to Whitewater Overlook via PCT North
    Sat, April 13, 2024 PS - Hike-Social Mixer-Joshua Tree Park
    Thu, April 11, 2024 PS - Bike - Gay History Bike Ride April 11
    Wed, April 10, 2024 PS - Hike: Toutane Canyon and Waterfall April 10
    Sat, April 06, 2024 PS - Off-Grid Camping Meeting
    Sat, April 06, 2024 OCLB Agua Chinon Day Hike
    Fri, April 05, 2024 PS - Bike: First Friday Bike Ride
    Thu, April 04, 2024 PS - Hike: 49 Palms Oasis
    Wed, April 03, 2024 PS - Hike: Whitewater View Trail
    Tue, April 02, 2024 PS - Hike: Garstin Shannon Henderson
    Sat, March 30, 2024 CANCELLED FOR WEATHER San Diego Safari Park
    Sat, March 30, 2024 OCLB- Hike: Lost Palms Oasis in Joshua Tree National Park
    Sat, March 30, 2024 OCLB - Hiking to the Lost Palms Oasis
    Thu, March 28, 2024 PS - Thousand Palms to Willis Palms via Herman's Hike Trail
    Tue, March 26, 2024 LA - Short Notice! Tuesday 3/26 Full Moon Wine & Cheese Potluck Night Hike - Echo Mountain!
    Tue, March 26, 2024 PS - Speaker Series - "Virtual Tour of Washington State"
    Mon, March 25, 2024 PS - Hike: Oswit Canyon
    Sun, March 24, 2024 PS - Hike - Mission Creek to Overlook
    Sun, March 24, 2024 PS - Sam and Alfreda Maloof Foundation for Arts & Crafts
    Sat, March 23, 2024 OCLB Whiting Ranch Wilderness Park
    Thu, March 21, 2024 PS - Hike: Lykken via Descanso
    Wed, March 20, 2024 PS - Hike: Toutane Canyon and Waterfall Mar 20
    Tue, March 19, 2024 PS - Hike: Lang Canyon
    Sun, March 17, 2024 SD - Day Hike - Mission Trails-Kwaay Paay Peak Hike
    Sun, March 17, 2024 PS - Hike: Murray Hill for Newbies
    Sat, March 16, 2024 LA-Hike: Santa Monica Mountains Native Plant Restoration & Hike
    Thu, March 14, 2024 PS - Camping - Salton Sea - Mecca Beach Campground
    Wed, March 13, 2024 PS - Hike: Whitewater View Trail
    Tue, March 12, 2024 PS - Hike: Indian Canyon / West Fork Trail
    Fri, March 08, 2024 PS - Hike: Bogert Trail
    Thu, March 07, 2024 PS - Hike: Murray Canyon
    Mon, March 04, 2024 PS - Hike: Tim's Ladder
    Sat, March 02, 2024 OCLB – Weir Canyon & Anaheim Hills Trail Loop
    Fri, March 01, 2024 PS - Bike: First Friday Bike Ride-Deepwell and Tahquitz Creek Loops
    Thu, February 29, 2024 PS - Hike: Sawtooth Loop Chaparossa Spring
    Wed, February 28, 2024 PS - Cabot's Pueblo Museum & Historic Rock House
    Sun, February 25, 2024 LA - Just added! Hike Beaudry Loop in the Verdugo Mountains
    Fri, February 23, 2024 PS - Hike: Covington Flats Loop
    Thu, February 22, 2024 PS - Bike - Palm Springs Notable Residences Bike
    Sun, February 18, 2024 OCLB - Repeat of the Urban Walk in Downtown Los Angeles
    Sat, February 17, 2024 **DATE CHANGE** SD - Hike - 5 Peak Challenge, North & South Fortuna
    Wed, February 14, 2024 PS - Hike: Tahquitz Canyon & Waterfall
    Tue, February 13, 2024 PS - Hike: Chocolate Drop - Flag Peak
    Mon, February 12, 2024 PS - Hike: Painted Canyon Ladders
    Sat, February 10, 2024 OCLB - Cancelled Due To Weather Whiting Ranch Wilderness Park
    Fri, February 09, 2024 PS - Walkabout: Prescott Preserve Feb 9
    Wed, February 07, 2024 PS - Hike: Lost Palms Oasis
    Sun, February 04, 2024 OCLB - Signal Hill Scenic Urban Walk
    Fri, February 02, 2024 PS - Bike: First Friday Bike Ride-PS City Loop
    Mon, January 29, 2024 PS - Hike: Top-of-Tram Hike
    Sun, January 28, 2024 LA-Hike: Winter in Palos Verdes along the Terranea Trail and Brunch/Lunch!
    Sun, January 28, 2024 PS - Hike: Big Morongo Canyon
    Thu, January 25, 2024 PS - Hike: Garstin Shannon Henderson
    Tue, January 23, 2024 PS - Speaker Series - "Oregon Overview"
    Sat, January 20, 2024 SD - Hike - 5 Peak Challenge, Cowles/Pyles Peaks
    Sat, January 20, 2024 PS - Hike: Big Morongo Canyon
    Sun, January 14, 2024 OCLB - Urban Walk in Downtown Los Angeles
    Fri, January 12, 2024 PS - Hike Indian Canyons: Palm Canyon (Ranger-Led) and Fern Canyon
    Thu, January 11, 2024 PS - Hike: Mission Creek Ramble
    Mon, January 08, 2024 PS - Hike: N. Lykken from Museum - Lunch
    Wed, January 03, 2024 PS - Hike: Oswit Canyon
    Sun, December 31, 2023 PS - Hike: Vargas Palms
    Fri, December 29, 2023 PS - Year End Bike Ride: CV Link 2a > CV Link 2…and Beyond
    Thu, December 28, 2023 PS - Whitewater Preserve Trail Rebuilding Dec 28
    Sun, December 24, 2023 PS - Hike: Pushawalla Palm Oasis Christmas Eve
    Sat, December 23, 2023 PS - Holiday Lights - Candy Cane Lane
    Thu, December 21, 2023 PS - Hike: Bighorn Overlook
    Mon, December 18, 2023 PS - Walkabout: Prescott Preserve 12/18
    Sun, December 17, 2023 OCLB - HoliGay Party 2023
    Sun, December 17, 2023 PS - Hike: Whitewater to Snow Creek on Pacific Crest Tr
    Sat, December 16, 2023 LA - OCLB - Palos Verdes Hike: Hills, Rocks, and Ocean Hike
    Thu, December 14, 2023 PS - Living Desert Wildlights
    Wed, December 13, 2023 PS - Hike: Garstin Shannon Henderson
    Tue, December 12, 2023 PS - Whitewater Preserve Trail Rebuilding Dec 12
    Sat, December 09, 2023 SD - Hike - Eagle Rock Hike
    Sat, December 09, 2023 PS - Hike: Murray Peak Loop Hike
    Fri, December 08, 2023 OCLB - Urban Hike: CSULB Sculptures & Museum Exhibit: Drag Show
    Fri, December 08, 2023 PS - Hike: Lykken via Descanso
    Mon, December 04, 2023 PS - HIKE: Eisenhower Mountain Loop Trail (Also Known as The Living Desert Wilderness Loop Trail)
    Sun, December 03, 2023 OCLB - El Dorado Nature Center and Park Urban Hike
    Fri, December 01, 2023 PS - Hike - La Quinta Cove Oasis
    Thu, November 30, 2023 PS - Whitewater Preserve Trail Rebuilding
    Sun, November 26, 2023 PS - WALK: Walk the Wash
    Sun, November 26, 2023 SD - Annie's Canyon Hike
    Sun, November 26, 2023 OCLB - Mount Baldy Day Hike
    Fri, November 24, 2023 PS-Hike: Mecca Hills: Pyramid - Arch
    Thu, November 23, 2023 SD - Urban Hike/Social - Thanksgiving @ San Diego Zoo
    Tue, November 21, 2023 PS - Hike - N. Magnesia Falls
    Sat, November 18, 2023 LA - Hike: POSTPONED Tapia Park to Piuma Ridge Trail
    Sat, November 18, 2023 PS - HIKE: Horsethief Creek - Cactus Springs
    Wed, November 15, 2023 PS - Hike: Desert Queen Mine and Elton Mine via Lucky Boy Vista Loop
    Mon, November 13, 2023 PS - Hike: The Maze and North View Loop - Joshua Tree Park
    Fri, November 10, 2023 PS - Bike/Veteran's Day Bike Ride
    Tue, November 07, 2023 PS - Hike: Indian Canyons - Stone Pools
    Fri, November 03, 2023 PS - Hike: Pushwalla Palm Oasis
    Fri, November 03, 2023 PS - Hike: Willis Palms Oasis
    Sun, October 29, 2023 PS - Continental Breakfast-Hike-Soak
    Sat, October 28, 2023 PS - HIKE: UPPER CARRIZO CANYON
    Thu, October 26, 2023 PS - Hike: Warren Peak/Panorama Loop
    Wed, October 25, 2023 PS - Badlands Indio Hills
    Tue, October 24, 2023 PS - Bike - Palm Springs Notable Residences Bike
    Fri, October 20, 2023 PS/CORP - 45th All Chapter Campout and Conference - Lake Perris
    Wed, October 18, 2023 PS - Hike: Sunrise South Lykken
    Mon, October 16, 2023 PS - Hike: Pine City/Pine City Canyon
    Sun, October 15, 2023 SD - Day Event - End of Summer Hike, BBQ, and Pool Party
    Sat, October 14, 2023 LA-Hike: Cucamonga Peak hike
    Thu, October 12, 2023 PS - HIKE: Oak Glen Preserve
    Sun, October 08, 2023 OCLB - Urban Hike: Two Bridges Row & OC Museum & More
    Thu, October 05, 2023 PS - Hike: Deep Creek Hot Springs
    Sun, October 01, 2023 PS - HIKE: UPPER CARRIZO CANYON
    Fri, September 29, 2023 PS - HIKE: SUNSET HIKE AND DINE
    Wed, September 27, 2023 PS - Sunnylands Open Air Experience
    Sat, September 23, 2023 LA-Hiking: 3 T's Trail
    Sat, September 23, 2023 PS - NATIONAL PUBLIC LANDS DAY at Giant Rock
    Thu, September 21, 2023 PS-Camping - Hearst Castle - San Simeon State Park
    Wed, September 20, 2023 PS - Hike: Wellman Divide
    Tue, September 19, 2023 PS - Walkabout: Prescott Preserve Sept 19
    Sat, September 16, 2023 SD - Day Hike - Palomar Mountain Day Hike
    Sat, September 16, 2023 OCLB - Urban Hike in Signal Hill
    Wed, September 13, 2023 PS - Hike: Idyllwild & Lunch
    Sun, September 10, 2023 LA-Hike: Palos Verdes Summer Vacation Day Two: Hike, Beach, and Relax
    Thu, September 07, 2023 SBVC - First Thursday Art "Hike"
    Sun, August 27, 2023 SD - Backpacking - Treasure Lakes Backpacking Retreat! (Intermediate)
    Sat, August 19, 2023 OCLB - Double Whammy! Icehouse Canyon AND Cucamonga Peak Day Hike
    Wed, August 16, 2023 PS - Walkabout: Prescott Preserve August 16
    Mon, August 14, 2023 PS - Hike: Earl Henderson
    Sun, August 13, 2023 OCLB - Urban Walk across the Long Beach International Gateway Bridge
    Sat, August 12, 2023 LA - Hiking: South Fork Big Rock Creek
    Wed, August 09, 2023 PS - HIKE: PCT North from Hwy 74
    Tue, August 08, 2023 OCLB - McGee Pass Backpack
    Sat, August 05, 2023 OCLB - Crystal Cove Day Hike
    Thu, August 03, 2023 PS - Discovery Hike
    Mon, July 31, 2023 PS - HIKE: HIDDEN LAKE
    Sun, July 23, 2023 OCLB - Hike Lake Hollywood Reservoir!
    Sat, July 22, 2023 LA - Hike: Fish Canyon Narrows
    Fri, July 21, 2023 PS - Walkabout: Prescott Preserve July 21
    Sun, July 16, 2023 SD - Hike - Torrey Pines (Morning After Pride March)
    Sat, July 15, 2023 SBVC - Franklin Trail Day Hike
    Sat, July 15, 2023 SD - Hike - San Diego Pride Parade
    Wed, July 12, 2023 PS - Hike and lunch: Desert View Trail via Aerial Tram
    Wed, July 12, 2023 OCLB - CALIFORNIA STATE AND NATIONAL REDWOOD PARKS
    Sun, July 09, 2023 LA-Hike: Palos Verdes Summer: Oceanfront Hike, Learn, and Relax
    Tue, July 04, 2023 PS - HIKE: 4th of July Fireworks
    Sat, June 24, 2023 SD - Hike - Torrey Pines, Guy Fleming, EB Scripps Overlook, Red Butte and Razor Point Loop
    Fri, June 23, 2023 OCLB - Upper Rock Creek Trail Backpack (Cottonwood Lakes Trailhead)
    Sat, June 17, 2023 SBVC - Arroyo Hondo Day Hike
    Fri, June 16, 2023 PS - Hike: Round Valley Loop via Aerial Tram
    Wed, June 14, 2023 PS - HIKE: PCT South from Hwy 74
    Sun, June 11, 2023 OCLB - Mount Baldy Day Hike
    Sun, June 11, 2023 LA - Hike: This Sunday! Strawberry Spring and Meadows
    Wed, June 07, 2023 OCLB - San Mateo Peak Dayhike
    Mon, June 05, 2023 PS - Hike - Big Morongo Canyon
    Sat, June 03, 2023 OCLB - Easy Urban Walk @ Fullerton Arboretum
    Thu, June 01, 2023 PS - Hike: Full Moon - Roadrunner/Chuckwalla Trail
    Thu, June 01, 2023 GOSD - Yosemite, Whitewater Rafting, Caving, and Gold Country Adventure
    Thu, June 01, 2023 PS - Sunnylands Historic House Tour
    Mon, May 29, 2023 SD - Day Hike - Lake Murray Hike & BBQ
    Mon, May 29, 2023 OCLB - Sitton Peak Day Hike!
    Mon, May 29, 2023 PS - HIKE: HIDDEN LAKE
    Sat, May 27, 2023 SD - Mount Laguna Campout
    Fri, May 26, 2023 PS - Hike: Willis Palms
    Sun, May 21, 2023 LA-Hike: Devil's Chair and Punchbowl
    Fri, May 19, 2023 OCLB - Yosemite National Park 2023
    Wed, May 17, 2023 PS - Hike: Devil's Slide May 17
    Wed, May 17, 2023 PS - Hike: Sunrise South Lykken
    Sun, May 14, 2023 SBVC - Tentative Day Hike
    Wed, May 10, 2023 OCLB - Mount Islip Day Hike
    Mon, May 08, 2023 PS - Bike - Palm Springs Monuments
    Tue, May 02, 2023 PS Hike: Tahquitz Canyon & Waterfall
    Sat, April 29, 2023 OCLB - Easy Urban Hike @ Old Town Orange
    Sat, April 29, 2023 LA - Henninger Flats Hike and Picnic
    Thu, April 27, 2023 PS - HIKE: BIG MORONGO CANYON
    Wed, April 26, 2023 PS - Hike: Murray Canyon
    Wed, April 26, 2023 PS - Walkabout: Prescott Preserve April 26
    Sat, April 22, 2023 SD - Day Hike - Mission Trails-Kwaay Paay Peak Hike
    Fri, April 21, 2023 SD - Baja Mexico 3-Day Expedition #2 (Add'l Dates!)
    Fri, April 21, 2023 PS - Hike: Garrets Arch Joshua Tree Park
    Sun, April 16, 2023 OCLB - Morgan Trail Day Hike
    Sat, April 15, 2023 SBVC - San Marcos Foothill Preserve
    Fri, April 14, 2023 PS - Hike: Toutane Canyon and Waterfall April 14
    Fri, April 14, 2023 SD - Baja Mexico 3-Day Expedition
    Tue, April 11, 2023 PS - Hike: Rainbow Rock Canyon
    Fri, April 07, 2023 PS - Hike: Toutane Canyon and Waterfall
    Wed, April 05, 2023 PS - Hike: Murray Canyon
    Wed, April 05, 2023 PS - The Past, Poppies and Pies!
    Sat, April 01, 2023 OCLB - Hike Lake Hollywood Reservoir!
    Sat, April 01, 2023 OCLB - Hike to the Hollywood Sign!
    Sat, April 01, 2023 PS - Hike: Lykken via Descanso
    Sat, April 01, 2023 Ellwood Mesa Preserve
    Sun, March 26, 2023 OCLB - Yosemite Valley in March
    Sat, March 25, 2023 SBVC - Shoreline Park to Chromatic Gate
    Fri, March 24, 2023 PS - Hike: Pioneer Preserve near Yucca Valley
    Thu, March 23, 2023 PS - Hike: Cathedral Canyon Mar 23
    Tue, March 21, 2023 PS - Hike: Murray Canyon
    Thu, March 16, 2023 PS - Salton Sea - Mecca Beach Campground
    Thu, March 16, 2023 PS - Walkabout: Prescott Preserve March 16
    Tue, March 14, 2023 PS - Hike Indian Canyons: Palm and Andreas Canyons
    Sun, March 12, 2023 LA - Mt Lowe Trail Camp - CANCELED
    Sat, March 11, 2023 CANCELLED FOR RAIN - OCLB - Easy Urban Hike @ Old Town Orange
    Sun, March 05, 2023 LA - Hiking: Switzer's Falls - CANCELLED
    Sat, March 04, 2023 SBVC - Day Hike: More Mesa
    Fri, March 03, 2023 PS - Walkabout: Prescott Preserve March 03
    Fri, March 03, 2023 PS - Hike: Eagle Canyon
    Tue, February 28, 2023 SD - Hike - Anza Borrego
    Mon, February 27, 2023 SD - Hike - Borrego Palm Canyon
    Wed, February 22, 2023 PS - Hike-CANCELED: Badlands Indio Hills
    Wed, February 22, 2023 PS - Hike: N. Lykken to Museum Trail
    Tue, February 21, 2023 SD - Hike - Daley Ranch
    Tue, February 21, 2023 PS - Bike - Palm Springs Notable Residences Bike
    Sat, February 18, 2023 SBVC - Day Hike: San Marcos Foothills Preserve
    Fri, February 17, 2023 PS - Hike: Samuelson's Rocks
    Sat, February 11, 2023 OCLB - Top Of The World Hike from Aliso and Wood Canyons Wilderness Park
    Wed, February 08, 2023 PS - Hike: Indian Canyons - Stone Pools
    Sun, February 05, 2023 OCLB - Etiwanda Falls Trail (Rancho Cucamonga)
    Thu, February 02, 2023 PS - Hike: S. Lykken Trail shuttle hike
    Wed, February 01, 2023 PS - Hike - La Quinta Cove Oasis
    Tue, January 31, 2023 SD - Hike – Anza Borrego Palm Canyon Loop
    Fri, January 27, 2023 PS - Hike: Mecca Hills Red Canyon Slot
    Sat, January 21, 2023 PS - Bike: Palm Springs Golf Courses
    Fri, January 20, 2023 PS - Day Trip Quartzsite Rock Shows
    Thu, January 19, 2023 PS - Hike: Oswit Canyon
    Tue, January 17, 2023 PS - Hike: Indian Canyons - Stone Pools
    Fri, January 13, 2023 PS - Hike: Panorama Loop
    Wed, January 11, 2023 PS - Hike: Cathedral Canyon
    Wed, January 04, 2023 PS - Hike Indian Canyons: Palm and Andreas Canyons
    Tue, January 03, 2023 PS - Hike: Bogert Trail, Palm Springs
    Sat, December 31, 2022 PS - Hike: New Years Eve - Vargas Palms
    Fri, December 30, 2022 PS - Bike - Gay History and Breakfast - Brunch
    Wed, December 28, 2022 PS - Walkabout: Prescott Preserve 12/28
    Mon, December 26, 2022 PS - Hike: Painted Canyon Ladders
    Sat, December 24, 2022 PS - Hike: Pushawalla Palm Oasis Christmas Eve
    Fri, December 23, 2022 PS - Holiday Lights - Candy Cane Lane
    Thu, December 22, 2022 PS - Walkabout: Prescott Preserve - 12/22
    Wed, December 21, 2022 PS - Hike: Bighorn Overlook
    Sun, December 18, 2022 LA - San Pedro: Tide pools, Sea Cliffs, History, and Aquarium
    Sat, December 17, 2022 PS - Hike: Zebra Canyon - Chocolate Drop
    Sat, December 17, 2022 OCLB - Beeks Place Via Black Star Canyon Day Hike
    Thu, December 15, 2022 PS - Living Desert Wildlights
    Thu, December 08, 2022 PS - Hike: Pine City/Pine City Canyon
    Mon, December 05, 2022 PS - Hike: Lykken via Descanso
    Sat, December 03, 2022 SD - Hike - Eagle Rock Hike
    Sat, December 03, 2022 PS - Bike: South Palm Springs
    Fri, December 02, 2022 PS - HIKE: Eisenhower Mountain Loop Trail (Also Known as The Living Desert Wilderness Loop Trail)
    Thu, December 01, 2022 PS - Hike: Painted Canyon Ladders
    Thu, December 01, 2022 PS - Hike: Painted Canyon Ladders
    Fri, November 25, 2022 PS - HIKE: Horsethief Creek - Cactus Springs
    Tue, November 22, 2022 PS - Hike: Murray Peak Loop Hike
    Sun, November 20, 2022 OCLB - Easy Hike @ Juanita Cooke Trail in Fullerton
    Sat, November 19, 2022 PS - NATIONAL PUBLIC LANDS DAY
    Fri, November 18, 2022 PS - Walk: Prescott Preserve, Fri. November 18, 2022
    Wed, November 16, 2022 PS - Trail Talk
    Tue, November 15, 2022 PS - Speaker Series- Friends of the Desert Mts. Organization
    Tue, November 15, 2022 PS - Hike: Mastodon Peak Loop
    Sun, November 13, 2022 SD - Hike - Bayside Trail Nature and Culture Interpretive Hike
    Sun, November 13, 2022 PS - Hike: Whitewater Red Dome
    Sun, November 13, 2022 PS - Hike: Maze Loop - Joshua Tree Park NP SAVE THE DATE
    Fri, November 11, 2022 PS - Hike: Whitewater View Loop
    Mon, November 07, 2022 PS - Hike: Almost Full Moon - Pushawalla Ridge
    Sat, November 05, 2022 LA - Kayak/Paddleboard
    Sat, November 05, 2022 OCLB - Mt San Jacinto Day Hike in Palm Springs!
    Thu, November 03, 2022 PS - Hike: Garstin Shannon Henderson
    Sun, October 30, 2022 PS - Keys Ranch Tour - Joshua Tree National Park
    Sat, October 29, 2022 OCLB - Long Beach Festival of Flight
    Fri, October 28, 2022 PS - Hike: Sunrise South Lykken
    Wed, October 26, 2022 PS - Hike: Warren Peak / Panorama Loop SAVE THE DATE
    Sun, October 23, 2022 PS - Continental Breakfast-Hike-Spa Soak
    Sun, October 23, 2022 PS - Continental Breakfast-Hike-Spa Soak
    Sat, October 22, 2022 PS - Bike - Gay History and Breakfast - Brunch
    Wed, October 19, 2022 PS - Hike: Lost Palms Oasis
    Sun, October 09, 2022 SD - HIKE - 3 Mile Loop Challenge (Nature Collective)
    Sat, October 08, 2022 SD - HIKE - Palomar Mountain Day Hike
    Thu, October 06, 2022 PS - HIKE: UPPER CARRIZO CANYON
    Sun, October 02, 2022 SD - Day Event - End of Summer Hike, BBQ, and Pool Party
    Sat, September 24, 2022 OCLB - Hollywood! Hike to the Hollywood Sign!
    Sun, September 18, 2022 OCLB - El Moro Canyon - Crystal Cove Day Hike
    Thu, September 08, 2022 PS - Discovery Hike - Shangri-La
    Thu, August 25, 2022 PS - HIKE: SUNSET HIKE AND DINE
    Mon, August 15, 2022 OCLB -North Fork Big Pine Creek Trailhead to Big Pine Lakes Backpack
    Sun, August 14, 2022 OCLB - Double Whammy! Icehouse Canyon AND Cucamonga Peak Day Hike
    Sun, August 07, 2022 SD - Urban Hike/Social - San Diego Zoo
    Tue, July 26, 2022 PS - Hike: Eagle Canyon
    Sat, July 23, 2022 LA - Palos Verdes Summer Vacation Day: Hike, Beach, and Relax
    Thu, July 21, 2022 PS - Discovery Hike Yellow Post Camps
    Wed, July 13, 2022 OCLB - Grand Teton National Park Trip with Day Hikes
    Wed, July 06, 2022 PS - Hike: Round Valley to Ranger Hut
    Thu, June 30, 2022 PS - Discovery Hike
    Tue, June 28, 2022 PS - Hike: Round Valley Loop and Shangra-La
    Tue, June 28, 2022 PS - CANCELLED - HIKE: Horsethief Creek - Cactus Springs
    Sun, June 26, 2022 SD - Hike - Seven Bridges Walk & Brunch
    Sat, June 25, 2022 OCLB - Sunset Hike to Mount Hollywood Summit
    Tue, June 21, 2022 PS - HIKE: PCT South from Hwy 74
    Sat, June 18, 2022 SD - Hike - Torrey Pines, Guy Fleming, EB Scripps Overlook, Red Butte and Razor Point Loop
    Sun, June 12, 2022 OCLB - Emerald Canyon/Bommer Ridge Day Hike
    Sat, June 11, 2022 PS - Hike: Coyote Hole Canyon June 11
    Fri, June 10, 2022 PS - HIKE: HIDDEN DIVIDE PLUS
    Thu, June 09, 2022 PS - Hike: Fuller Ridge Trail
    Tue, June 07, 2022 PS - Hike: Round Valley Loop via Aerial Tram
    Thu, June 02, 2022 PS - Hike: Mt. San Jacinto Peak
    Mon, May 30, 2022 SD - Hike - Mission Trails Ethnobotany Nature Walk (& Brunch)
    Thu, May 26, 2022 PS - Hike: Champion Oak
    Sun, May 22, 2022 OCLB - Mount Baldy Day Hike
    Sun, May 22, 2022 PS - Rancho Santa Ana Botanical Garden - Plus
    Sat, May 21, 2022 LA - Palos Verdes Hike: Hills, Rocks, and Ocean Hike
    Sat, May 21, 2022 SD - Hike - Mission Trails Regional Park Ethnobotany Hike
    Wed, May 18, 2022 PS - Hike: Deep Creek Hot Springs
    Tue, May 17, 2022 PS - Hike: Split Rock - Joshua Tree Park
    Mon, May 16, 2022 PS - Hike: Devil's Slide May 16
    Wed, May 11, 2022 PS - Hike: Skyline Trail - reverse
    Tue, May 10, 2022 PS - Hike: Devil's Slide - Cancelled
    Sat, May 07, 2022 SD - Hike - Sunset Trail to Water of the Woods (& Dinner)
    Sat, May 07, 2022 SD - Bird Walk in Big Bear Lake
    Fri, May 06, 2022 OCLB - Yosemite National Park
    Thu, May 05, 2022 PS - Hike: Quail Springs - Joshua Tree RR
    Tue, May 03, 2022 PS - Hike: Sunrise South Lykken
    Sun, May 01, 2022 PS - Bike: Perimeter Palm Springs
    Fri, April 29, 2022 PS - Hike: Chaparrosa Peak
    Thu, April 28, 2022 PS - Hike: Garstin Shannon Henderson
    Tue, April 26, 2022 PS - Hike - Mission Creek to Whitewater Preserve - Shuttle
    Sun, April 24, 2022 OCLB - Caspers Wilderness day hike, intermediate
    Sat, April 23, 2022 SD - Hike - Volcan Mountain Trail
    Thu, April 21, 2022 PS - Speaker - Oswit Land Trust
    Thu, April 21, 2022 PS - Hike: Warren Peak
    Wed, April 20, 2022 PS - Hike: Whitewater Preserve Red Dome
    Mon, April 18, 2022 PS - Hike: Maze Loop - Joshua Tree Park NP
    Sun, April 17, 2022 SD - Hike - City Heights Canyons Hike + Lunch
    Sat, April 16, 2022 LA - Eaton Canyon Hike
    Fri, April 15, 2022 PS - Hike: Tahquitz Falls
    Thu, April 14, 2022 OCLB - Mount Islip Day Hike
    Thu, April 14, 2022 PS - Hike: Fern Canyon Loop
    Tue, April 12, 2022 PS - Hike: Earl Henderson
    Sat, April 09, 2022 SD - Social Hike - Fiesta Island Dog Walk
    Sat, April 09, 2022 PS - Hike: Big Foot - Maze
    Thu, April 07, 2022 PS - Hike: Mecca Hills Grotto - Canceled
    Wed, April 06, 2022 PS - Hike: Murray Canyon
    Tue, April 05, 2022 PS - Hike: Earl Henderson
    Sun, April 03, 2022 SBVC - EXPLORATORY Wind Caves Hike
    Sun, April 03, 2022 OCLB - "La Tour" Hike in Laguna Beach & Brunch
    Sun, April 03, 2022 PS - Hike - Big Morongo Canyon
    Sun, April 03, 2022 PS - Bike: PS Museum to Indian Canyon Parking Area
    Fri, April 01, 2022 PS - Hike: Lang Canyon
    Wed, March 30, 2022 PS - Hike: Bogert and Wildhorse Trails
    Tue, March 29, 2022 PS - Hike: Lost Horse Loop Trail - Joshua Tree Park
    Sun, March 27, 2022 PS - Hike: Mission Creek to Whitewater
    Sun, March 27, 2022 OCLB - Tenaja Falls Day Hike!
    Sat, March 26, 2022 SD - Hike - Iron Mountain
    Thu, March 24, 2022 PS - Hike: Eagle Canyon
    Wed, March 23, 2022 PS - Hike: Garrets Arch
    Sun, March 20, 2022 PS - Hike - Mission Creek to Overlook
    Fri, March 18, 2022 PS - Hike: Lykken via Descaso
    Wed, March 16, 2022 PS - Hike: Whitewater View Loop
    Tue, March 15, 2022 PS - Hike: Carey Castle
    Sun, March 13, 2022 SD - Urban Hike/Social - San Diego Zoo
    Sat, March 12, 2022 LA - Temescal Canyon Loop in the Santa Monica Mountains
    Sun, March 06, 2022 OCLB - Oak Canyon Nature Center Day Hike
    Sun, March 06, 2022 SD - Hike - Ranch Penasquitos Loop
    Sun, March 06, 2022 PS - Hike: Pioneertown Mountain Preserve
    Sat, March 05, 2022 PS - Hike: Four Trails
    Sat, March 05, 2022 PS - Broadway Historic Theatre and Commercial District Walking Tour
    Thu, March 03, 2022 PS - Hike: Garstin Shannon Henderson
    Tue, March 01, 2022 PS - Bike: Museum to Indian Canyons
    Mon, February 28, 2022 PS - Hike: Maynard Mine
    Mon, February 28, 2022 PS - Hike: Lost Palms Oasis
    Sun, February 27, 2022 LA - Beautiful Bear Canyon Hike in the San Gabriel Mountains
    Fri, February 25, 2022 OCLB - PopUp Hike! Potato Chip Rock
    Fri, February 25, 2022 PS - Hike: Badlands Indio Hills
    Wed, February 23, 2022 PS - Hike: Murray Canyon Conservation History Walk
    Tue, February 22, 2022 PS - Hike: Maynard Mine - Cancelled
    Sun, February 20, 2022 PS - Hike: Four Trails
    Sat, February 19, 2022 OCLB - Bommer Canyon Day Hike
    Thu, February 17, 2022 PS - Salton Sea - Mecca Beach Campground
    Tue, February 15, 2022 PS - Hike: Garstin Shannon Henderson
    Sun, February 13, 2022 PS - Hike: Four Trails
    Sat, February 12, 2022 PS - Hike: 49 Palms Oasis
    Sat, February 12, 2022 LA - Second Saturdays Hike: Sandstone Peak
    Sat, February 12, 2022 SBVC - Day Hike: Sandstone Peak
    Sat, February 12, 2022 PS - Bike: Tour de Palm Springs
    Wed, February 09, 2022 PS - Hike: South Lykken-North
    Sun, February 06, 2022 SD - Hike - Balboa Park
    Sun, February 06, 2022 PS - Hike: Four Trails
    Sun, February 06, 2022 OCLB - Aliso and Wood Canyons
    Sat, February 05, 2022 PS - Bike: South Palm Springs
    Sun, January 30, 2022 PS - Hike: Moser Mine
    Sat, January 29, 2022 PS - Bike: South Palm Springs
    Fri, January 28, 2022 PS - Hike - Mission Creek to Overlook
    Wed, January 26, 2022 PS - Hike - RESCHEDULED - Mission Creek to Overlook
    Tue, January 25, 2022 PS - Hike: Cathedral Canyon Jan 25
    Sun, January 23, 2022 SD - Hike - Daley Ranch
    Sun, January 23, 2022 Date/Time Change! OCLB - Tunnels to Nowhere/Shoemaker Canyon Road Trail
    Thu, January 20, 2022 OCLB - Pop-Up Descanso Gardens and Oak Grove Park
    Thu, January 20, 2022 PS - Keys Ranch Tour - Joshua Tree National Park
    Wed, January 19, 2022 PS Hike: Biskra Palm Oasis - Lunch
    Tue, January 18, 2022 PS - Hike: Randall Henderson
    Sat, January 15, 2022 OCLB - Sitton Peak Day Hike!
    Thu, January 13, 2022 PS - Hike: Pushwalla Palm Oasis
    Tue, January 11, 2022 PS - Hike: Cathedral Canyon
    Mon, January 10, 2022 OCLB - Pop-Up San Mateo Peak Day Hike
    Sun, January 09, 2022 OCLB - A Walk along the Beach Path in Long Beach
    Sun, January 09, 2022 PS - Hike: Indian Canyons - Stone Pools
    Sat, January 08, 2022 LA - Bluff Cove and Lunada Bay hike in Palos Verdes
    Sat, January 08, 2022 PS - Hike: Coyote Hole Canyon
    Thu, January 06, 2022 PS - Hike: N. Lykken from Museum - Lunch
    Fri, December 31, 2021 PS - Hike: Badlands Indio Hills - New Year's Eve
    Sun, December 26, 2021 OCLB - Tunnels to Nowhere/Shoemaker Canyon Road Trail Postponed & To Be Rescheduled!
    Sat, December 25, 2021 PS - Bike Christmas Morning
    Fri, December 24, 2021 PS - Hike: Pushwalla Palm Oasis Christmas Eve
    Tue, December 21, 2021 PS - Hike: Painted Canyon Ladders
    Sat, December 18, 2021 LA - Abalone and Sacred Coves Palos Verdes Hike
    Sat, December 18, 2021 PS - Hike: Zebra Canyon - Flag Peak CANCELLED
    Fri, December 17, 2021 PS - Living Desert Wildlights
    Tue, December 14, 2021 PS - Hike: N. Lykken from Museum - Lunch
    Mon, December 13, 2021 PS - Hike: Mission Creek to PCT
    Sat, December 11, 2021 PS - Hike: Pioneer Mountain Preserve Hike - Indian Loop
    Fri, December 10, 2021 PS - Hike: Mecca Hills Grotto
    Thu, December 09, 2021 PS - Hike: Lost Horse Loop Trail
    Sun, December 05, 2021 PS - Bike - CicLAvia - South LA
    Sat, December 04, 2021 SD - Hike - Elfin Forest Recreational Reserve
    Sat, December 04, 2021 PS - Hike: Slot Canyon Experience - Mecca Hills
    Tue, November 30, 2021 PS - HIKE: Horsethief Creek - Cactus Springs
    Mon, November 29, 2021 PS - Hike: Garstin Trail
    Sat, November 27, 2021 SBVC - Day Hike Point Sal
    Sat, November 27, 2021 OCLB - Icehouse Canyon Day Hike
    Mon, November 22, 2021 PS - Hike: Snow Creek - PCT North Face
    Sun, November 21, 2021 PS - Bike: Palm Springs North East
    Sun, November 21, 2021 OCLB - Mount Baldy Day Hike (rated Difficult)
    Sat, November 20, 2021 SD - DAY ACTIVITY - MISSION BAY BIKE RIDE
    Sat, November 13, 2021 PS - Hike: Mission Creek Preserve
    Fri, November 12, 2021 PS - Hike: Oswit Canyon
    Wed, November 10, 2021 PS - Hike: Magnesia Falls North
    Tue, November 09, 2021 PS - Bike: PS - Indian Canyon Entrance
    Mon, November 08, 2021 PS - Hike: Bogert Trail Sunset
    Sun, November 07, 2021 LA - Hike: Windy Gap, Crystal Lake Recreation Area
    Sat, November 06, 2021 OCLB - Mount San Jacinto Day Hike
    Wed, November 03, 2021 PS - Hike: The Maze Joshua Tree Park
    Sun, October 31, 2021 PS - Hike: Eagle Canyon - Halloween
    Sat, October 30, 2021 PS - Bike: PS to Rancho Mirage
    Sat, October 30, 2021 OCLB - Bridge to Nowhere Day Hike
    Thu, October 28, 2021 PS - Hike: Hayfield Canyon
    Wed, October 27, 2021 PS - Hike: Eagle Canyon
    Mon, October 25, 2021 PS- Hike: South Lykken
    Sun, October 24, 2021 OCLB - Mount Baden Powell Day Hike
    Sat, October 23, 2021 PS - Continental Breakfast-Hike-Spa Soak
    Wed, October 20, 2021 SD - Social Event - Haunted Trail and Experiment Maze of Balboa Park
    Wed, October 20, 2021 PS - Cancelled -HIKE: CHOCOLATE DROP
    Mon, October 18, 2021 PS - Hike: Mission Creek to PCT
    Sun, October 17, 2021 LA - Palos Verdes Coastal Walk: Point Vicente to Terranea
    Fri, October 15, 2021 (copy) PS - Hike: Pushawalla Palms Oasis
    Fri, October 15, 2021 OCLB - Bolsa Chica Ecological Reserve Easy Day Hike
    Wed, October 13, 2021 (copy) PS - HIKE: MAGNESIA FALLS NORTH
    Tue, October 05, 2021 PS - Bike Ride - Palm Springs
    Fri, October 01, 2021 PS - HIKE: UPPER CARRIZO CANYON
    Sun, September 26, 2021 LA - Palos Verdes Hike: Founders Park/Ocean Trails Reserve
    Sat, September 18, 2021 LA - Malibu Hindu Temple
    Sun, September 12, 2021 SD - Day Event - End of Summer Hike, BBQ, and Pool Party
    Sun, September 05, 2021 OCLB - WaterBikes in Long Beach! Ride A Bike On Water!
    Sat, September 04, 2021 PS - Hike: Marion Mt - San Jacinto Peak
    Sun, August 29, 2021 SD - Day Hike - Palomar Mountain Day Hike
    Sat, August 28, 2021 LA - Lake Shrine Walk
    Sat, August 21, 2021 SBVC - Flying Club Picnic
    Sun, August 08, 2021 OCLB - Abalone and Sacred Coves Day Hike
    Fri, August 06, 2021 PS - Hike: Mt. San Jacinto Peak 8/6
    Tue, August 03, 2021 PS - Hike: Sunset Hike and Dine
    Fri, July 30, 2021 PS - HIKE: Tamarack Valley-Harvard Peak
    Sat, July 24, 2021 PS - Hike: Mt. San Jacinto Peak 7/24
    Sat, July 17, 2021 SBVC - Day Hike in Santa Barbara
    Fri, July 16, 2021 PS - Hike: Tram To Idyllwild
    Fri, July 09, 2021 PS - HIKE: Wellman Divide-Tamarack Vly
    Sun, July 04, 2021 PS - HIKE: 4th of July Fireworks/Laser Displays
    Thu, July 01, 2021 PS - Discovery Hike
    Sun, June 27, 2021 OCLB - "La Tour" Hike in Laguna Beach & Brunch
    Fri, June 25, 2021 PS - HIKE: HIDDEN DIVIDE PLUS
    Fri, June 18, 2021 PS - Hike: Round Valley
    Tue, June 15, 2021 PS - Hike - Fuller Ridge Trail
    Wed, June 09, 2021 PS - Hike - Eagle Canyon
    Sat, June 05, 2021 Hike - Coyote Hole Canyon June 5
    Sat, May 29, 2021 Hike - Coyote Hole Canyon May 29
    Sat, May 29, 2021 PS - Hike - Black Mountain Fire Tower
    Wed, May 26, 2021 PS-Hike: Roadrunner/Chuckwalla Trail
    Sun, May 23, 2021 OCLB - Mount Baldy Day Hike (rated Difficult)
    Wed, May 19, 2021 PS - Hike Deep Creek Hot Springs
    Wed, May 19, 2021 PS - Hike - Deep Creek Hot Springs
    Sat, May 15, 2021 PS - Hike - Mission Creek
    Fri, May 14, 2021 PS - Picnic/Hike: Big Morongo Canyon Preserve
    Sat, May 08, 2021 SD - Day Hike - Mission Trails-Kwaay Paay Peak Hike
    Sat, May 08, 2021 PS - Hike - Coyote Hole Canyon May 8
    Sat, May 08, 2021 OCLB - Morgan Trail Day Hike
    Fri, May 07, 2021 PS - Hike: Earl Henderson Trail
    Tue, May 04, 2021 PS - Hike - Pipes Canyon
    Sat, May 01, 2021 PS - Hike - Coyote Hole Canyon May 01
    Thu, April 29, 2021 PS - Hike: Oak Glen Preserve
    Wed, April 28, 2021 PS - Hike - Shannon Trail
    Mon, April 26, 2021 PS - Hike The Maze
    Sun, April 25, 2021 PS - Bike Ride
    Wed, April 21, 2021 PS - Hike Willow Hole
    Sat, April 17, 2021 OCLB -San Mateo Peak Day Hike - Moderate to Difficult
    Sun, August 16, 2020 OCLB - McGee Pass Backpack
    Thu, July 23, 2020 PS - Death Valley Pt 2 - Virtual Tour
    Thu, July 16, 2020 PS -4x4 Trip to Santa Rosa Mountain /Toro Peak
    Sat, July 11, 2020 LA - [CANCELED] GO Picnic and Social Hike at Chilao
    Thu, July 09, 2020 PS - Death Valley Pt 1 - Virtual Tour
    Sat, June 20, 2020 LA - Pasadena Architectural House Walking Tour
    Sun, June 14, 2020 OCLB - Cottonwood Lakes Beginner Backpack
    Fri, June 12, 2020 PS - Name That Campout-Jeopardy
    Thu, May 28, 2020 PS - Staycamp -Saline Valley - Virtual Tour
    Thu, May 28, 2020 OCLB - Buckhorn to Mount Waterman Day Hike
    Fri, May 15, 2020 PS - Staycamp - Lake Perris Virtual
    Fri, May 15, 2020 CANCELLED - CORP - Lake Perris Jamboree
    Sat, May 09, 2020 CANCELLED - SD - Day Hike - Cedar Creek Falls: West Approach
    Thu, April 30, 2020 PS - Cancelled - Hike Deep Creek Hot Springs
    Sun, April 26, 2020 CANCELLED - SD - Day Hike - Three Sisters Waterfalls
    Sun, April 19, 2020 OCLB - Mount Lowe, day hike - Moderate
    Tue, April 07, 2020 PS - Hike and Spa
    Sat, April 04, 2020 Cancelled: OCLB - Irvine Ranch day hike, Orange County
    Thu, April 02, 2020 PS - Cancelled - Hike: Eagle Cliff Hills
    Sat, March 28, 2020 Canceled: OCLB - Arroyo Seco Day Hike
    Tue, March 24, 2020 PS - Cancelled - Hike: The Maze
    Sun, March 22, 2020 PS - Cancelled - Hike: Whitewater PCT To I-10
    Sat, March 21, 2020 LA - Cancelled - Condor Peak Hike
    Thu, March 19, 2020 PS - Cancelled - Hike: Cathedral Canyon Loop
    Tue, March 17, 2020 PS - Cancelled - Hike: Pipes Canyon
    Tue, March 17, 2020 PS - Cancelled - Hike: Red Canyon via 4x4 trail
    Sat, March 14, 2020 PS - BIKE AND HIKE INDIAN CANYONS
    Tue, March 10, 2020 PS - Hike: Pipes Canyon
    Sat, March 07, 2020 OCLB - Blackstar Canyon Day hike, Easy/moderate
    Sun, March 01, 2020 PS - Hike: Whitewater Red Dome Plus
    Sat, February 29, 2020 OCLB - O'Neill Regional Park day hike, Orange County
    Fri, February 28, 2020 PS - Hike: Slot Canyon Experience
    Thu, February 27, 2020 PS - HIKE: North Lykken to Museum Trail
    Tue, February 25, 2020 PS - Hike: Hayfield Canyon
    Wed, February 19, 2020 PS - Hike: Whitewater View Loop
    Sun, February 16, 2020 PS - Hike: Eagle Canyon
    Sat, February 15, 2020 LA - Echo Mountain: Hike through History
    Fri, February 14, 2020 PS - Hike - La Quinta Cove Oasis
    Wed, February 12, 2020 PS - Hike: Big Morongo Canyon Preserve
    Sun, February 09, 2020 CANCELLED DUE TO WEATHER!!! SD - Day Hike - Woodson Mountain: West Approach (Potato Chip Rock)
    Sat, February 08, 2020 LA - Oak and Fascination Springs Hike
    Fri, February 07, 2020 PS - Hike: Slot Canyon Experience
    Thu, February 06, 2020 PS - Salton Sea - Mecca Beach Campground
    Sun, February 02, 2020 LA - Kayaking and Birding in Beautiful Newport Back Bay
    Sat, February 01, 2020 OCLB - Irvine Ranch Conservancy Day Hike
    Fri, January 31, 2020 PS - Hike: Earl Henderson Trail
    Wed, January 29, 2020 PS - Hike: Tachevah Waterfall
    Tue, January 28, 2020 PS - Hike Leader Training: Garret's Arch
    Sun, January 26, 2020 PS - Hike - East Indio Hills Badlands
    Thu, January 23, 2020 PS - Hike: Hermans Peak
    Thu, January 16, 2020 PS - Hike: Grotto To Mecca Hills
    Sun, January 12, 2020 OCLB - Palos Verdes Day Hike
    Wed, January 08, 2020 PS - Hike Indian Canyons
    Sun, January 05, 2020 LA - New Year's Hike: Bear Canyon
    Thu, January 02, 2020 PS - HIKE: South Lykken North
    Tue, December 24, 2019 PS - Hike: Pushawalla Palms Oasis
    Sat, December 21, 2019 OCLB - Santiago Oaks Regional Park Day Hike
    Thu, December 19, 2019 PS - Hike: Whitewater View Loop - PCT
    Sun, December 15, 2019 PS - Hike: Hayfield Canyon
    Thu, December 12, 2019 PS - HIKE: BISKRA PALM OASIS
    Sat, December 07, 2019 OCLB - Irvine Ranch Conservancy Day Hike
    Tue, December 03, 2019 PS - BIKE AND HIKE INDIAN CANYONS
    Sat, November 30, 2019 PS - HIKE: EAST INDIO HILLS
    Tue, November 26, 2019 PS - Hike: Suicide Rock
    Mon, November 25, 2019 PS - Hike -Skyline Trail to First Rescue Box
    Sun, November 24, 2019 PS - HIKE: CACTUS SPRINGS TO HORSETHIEF CREEK
    Sun, November 24, 2019 LA - Fish Canyon Hike
    Thu, November 21, 2019 PS - HIKE & DOCENT TOUR LIVING DESERT
    Sun, November 17, 2019 SD - Day Hike Santa Ysabel Preserve West
    Sat, November 16, 2019 PS - HIKE: JANE'S HOFFBRAU
    Sat, November 16, 2019 OCLB - Whiting Ranch Day Hike
    Tue, November 12, 2019 PS - Speaker Series - Joshua Tree Park Jeopardy
    Tue, November 12, 2019 PS - HIKE: SHANNON
    Sun, November 10, 2019 PS - HIKE - SAVE OSWIT CANYON
    Sat, November 09, 2019 PS - NATIONAL PUBLIC LANDS DAY TRAIL CLEANUP
    Thu, November 07, 2019 PS - HIKE: MAGNESIA FALLS NORTH
    Mon, November 04, 2019 PS - HIKE: MISSION CREEK - WHITEWATER PCT
    Sun, November 03, 2019 LA - Central Gabrielino Trail
    Sat, November 02, 2019 PS - Skyline Trail to Mountain Station
    Wed, October 30, 2019 PS - Save Oswit Canyon Fundraiser
    Sun, October 20, 2019 PS - HIKE: BEARPAW RESERVE
    Sun, October 20, 2019 SD - Palomar Mountain Day Hike
    Sat, October 19, 2019 OCLB - Mount Baldy Day Hike
    Sat, October 19, 2019 LA - Blue Ridge to Baldy summit (via Pine Mountain) aka “The North Backbone”
    Thu, October 17, 2019 PS - Sunset Hike and Campfire Event
    Wed, October 16, 2019 PS - HIKE: OAK GLEN PRESERVE
    Fri, October 11, 2019 PS - HIKE: WELLMAN DIVIDE CIENEGA
    Thu, October 10, 2019 PS - HIKE: HIDDEN DIVIDE PLUS
    Wed, October 09, 2019 PS - HIKE: UPPER CARRIZO CANYON
    Tue, October 08, 2019 PS - GOPS Speaker Series - Save Oswit Canyon
    Sat, October 05, 2019 PS - HIKE: HIDDEN DIVIDE PLUS
    Tue, October 01, 2019 PS - HIKE & YOGA
    Sun, September 29, 2019 OCLB - Crystal Cove Day Hike
    Sat, September 21, 2019 LA - Scenic hike along Bluff Cove in Palos Verdes
    Sat, September 21, 2019 SBVC - Day Hike in Carpinteria
    Sun, September 15, 2019 OCLB - Aliso Wood Canyon Day Hike
    Tue, September 10, 2019 PS - Hike _ Sunrise S. Lykken
    Fri, September 06, 2019 PS - HIKE: Round Valley-Tamarack Valley
    Thu, August 29, 2019 PS - HIKE: Tamarack Valley
    Sun, August 25, 2019 SD - End of Summer BBQ, Hike and Pool Party
    Sat, August 24, 2019 PS - Hike: Round Valley
    Thu, August 15, 2019 PS - HIKE: Wellman Divide-Tamarack Vly
    Fri, August 09, 2019 OCLB - Silver Lake to Thousand Island Lake Intermediate Backpack
    Thu, August 08, 2019 PS - Discovery Hike
    Wed, August 07, 2019 SBVC - Mid-Week Day Hike
    Sat, August 03, 2019 LA - Chinatown Urban Walk & Wine Day
    Sun, July 28, 2019 PS - Hike: Mt. San Jacinto Peak
    Fri, July 26, 2019 PS - DISCOVERY HIKE
    Thu, July 18, 2019 PS - Hike: Tram To Idyllwild
    Sun, July 14, 2019 PS - HIKE: ISLAND IN THE SKY
    Sat, July 13, 2019 LA - Big Rock Creek / Pleasant View Ridge Wilderness day hike
    Thu, July 11, 2019 PS - Hike: Mt. San Jacinto SP - Round Valley
    Mon, July 08, 2019 OCLB - Yosemite National Park Intermediate Backpack
    Thu, July 04, 2019 PS - HIKE: 4th of July Fireworks
    Thu, July 04, 2019 LA - Mount Hillyer Day Hike
    Sun, June 30, 2019 OCLB - Mount San Jacinto Day Hike
    Sat, June 29, 2019 LA - Big Gay Picnic + Victorian Urban Stair Hike
    Sun, June 23, 2019 LA - Beginner Pride Bike Ride
    Sat, June 22, 2019 PS - Mt Baldy Hike and Camp
    Sat, June 15, 2019 PS - Hike: Mt. San Jacinto Peak CANCELLED
    Sun, June 09, 2019 OCLB - Crown Valley to Cabin Creek Beginner Backpack
    Tue, June 04, 2019 PS - Hike Deep Creek Hot Springs
    Sat, June 01, 2019 OCLB - Emerald Canyon/Bommer Ridge Day Hike
    Sat, June 01, 2019 PS - Mt Baldy Hike and Camp
    Sat, May 25, 2019 OCLB - Mount Baldy Day Hike
    Thu, May 23, 2019 PS - Hike Deep Creek Hot Springs (Cancelled)
    Sun, May 19, 2019 SD - Dripping Springs Hike (Cancelled due to Weather!)
    Sat, May 11, 2019 OCLB - Bridge to Nowehre Day Hike
    Sat, April 27, 2019 OCLB - Icehouse Canyon to Timber Mountain Day Hike
    Sun, April 21, 2019 PS - Hike: Garret's Arch
    Sat, April 20, 2019 PS - Hike: South Lykken to North Lykken
    Thu, April 04, 2019 PS - Hike: Skyline Trail to 1st Rescue Box
    Tue, April 02, 2019 PS - Hike: Lucky Boy - Eagle Cliff
    Tue, March 26, 2019 HIKE: Herman's Peak 26 March 2019
    Mon, March 25, 2019 PS- HIKE: SLOT CANYON EXPERIENCE 25 March 2019
    Wed, March 20, 2019 PS- HIKE: The Maze Copper Mt Overview 20 March 2019
    Tue, March 19, 2019 PS - HIKE: OSWIT CANYON
    Sun, March 17, 2019 PS - HIKE Tachevah Waterfall
    Sun, March 17, 2019 PS - GUIDED HIKE: Geology- Earthquakes-History-Floral-Fauna
    Sat, March 16, 2019 PS - HIKE: PIPE'S CANYON
    Tue, March 05, 2019 PS - HIKE: Kim Nichols Trail & SPA
    Thu, February 28, 2019 PS - HIKE: SMITH WATER CANYON
    Mon, February 18, 2019 PS -HIKE: Earl Henderson 18 Feb 2019
    Sun, January 20, 2019 PS - Lunar Eclipse-Blood Moon-Hike 20 Jan 2019
    Tue, January 08, 2019 PS - HIKE: CATHEDRAL CANYON
    Sat, January 05, 2019 PS - HIKE: CHOCOLATE DROP
    Mon, December 24, 2018 PS - Pushwalla Palms - Xmas Eve Hike 24 DEC 2018
    Tue, December 18, 2018 PS - HIKE lOWER CARRIZO CANYON
    Mon, December 03, 2018 PS - HIKE: EAST INDIO HILLS
    Tue, November 27, 2018 PS - TOUR: KEYES RANCH
    Sun, November 25, 2018 PS- Hike: Forbes Trail: Garner Valley 2018
    Tue, October 30, 2018 PS - HIKE: MAGNESIA FALLS CANYON
    Wed, October 10, 2018 PS - HIKE: GARRET'S ARCH
    Tue, October 09, 2018 PS - HIKE: FULLER RIDGE
    Fri, August 31, 2018 PS - HIKE: HIDDEN LAKE
    Wed, August 08, 2018 PS - HIKE: SUNSET HIKE AND DINE
    Fri, July 13, 2018 PS - Sweetwater Regional Park Camping
    Wed, July 04, 2018 PS - HIKE: 4th of July Fireworks
    Tue, May 08, 2018 PS - HIKE: BIG MORONGO CANYON
    Wed, February 07, 2018 PS - HIKE: WILLIS PALMS
    Sun, January 21, 2018 PS - HIKE: Mecca Hills Little Utah Canyon 21 Jan 2018
    Fri, December 01, 2017 PS - OSWITT CANYON


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