PALM SPRINGS WANDERINGS--AN UNOFFICIAL LOOP
This Monday, Monday Bike Ride will be on designated bike paths, lanes, loops and routes around PS. This casual ride travels neighborhood streets throughout Palm Springs. There are a number of busy intersection crossings: N. Indian Canyon, N. Palm Canyon, S. Palm Canyon, Tahquitz and Sunrise - some at traffic lights!
We will ride to the northern boundary of Palm Springs then ride along west boundaries in Vista Las Palmas before skirting the business district as well as meandering through the Historic Tennis Club - more western boundaries - and east through Warm Sands before heading north through Baristo and Movie Colony East as we return to our starting point to complete our loop. The total length of the ride will be approximately 12-15 miles.
There are gradual inclines heading north and west, however there are two short ‘steepish’ hills in Vista Las Palmas, as well as the Rose Hill thrill ride payoff for your efforts.
There will be a few ‘points of interest’ stops along the way.
Bathrooms will be available at VIctoria Park and the Downtown Park along Museum Way.
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.
To be considered: Preparedness has been reinforced recently by a demonstration using a tube valve pin removal tool, tube sealant and a small cordless compressor, which became invaluable for roadside repair.
Meeting Location: Dollar Tree/Auto Zone parking lot at corner of Cerritos/Vista Chino (east end of Stater Bros. Sunrise/Vista Chino) Map click here
Contact hike leader: Bill B click here and John R as co-lead click here
Cancellation: If you cannot make an event 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 event leader that may affect your ability to complete the ride.
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HIKE - JANE'S HOFFBRAU
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.
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.
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.
Great Outdoors San Diego - Cowles Mtn & Pyles Peak
When: Saturday 12/14/24 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 Saturday, 12/14 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: Saturday, 12/14 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
Great Outdoors OCLB
Day Hike
Hoagees Trail Camp Loop
via Upper & Lower Winter Creek Trail in Arcadia
Sunday December 15, 9:00 AM
Distance: 5.8 miles | Elevation gain: 1,247 Ft
Time: Allow about 3.5 to 4 hours depending on our pace and water/snack/lunch breaks.
This one is personal for me as its where I developed my love of hiking in the early 1980s. I couldn’t begin to count all the times that I’ve hiked in Big Santa Anita Canyon.
It is a romantic place full of beautiful evergreen trees, Big Santa Anita Creek flowing through it, rustic old cabins and concrete check dams. It is beautiful year round and easily accessible from the city.
Event Details
Our destination is Hoagees Trail Camp named after Arie Hoagee, who built his resort near there in 1908. The resort operated until 1938 when it was destroyed by flood. The Forest Service opened a campground near the site of the old camp with 14 sites each with a picnic table and fire ring.
We will stop for lunch at the campground. Interesting fact about Hoagees. It held the record for 24-hour rainfall in Southern California for many years after 26 inches of rain fell there in January of 1942.
Where Do We Begin?
From the 210 freeway in Arcadia, take the Santa Anita Avenue exit and drive north to Chantry Flats, about 6 miles.
Weekend Parking: Although there is a lot of parking, all three lots typically fill up by 7am on weekends.
There may be parking down the hill but your car must be completely behind the white lines or it will be ticketed.
There is private parking for $25 per car at the Adams Pack Station. This parking fee helps support the Pack Station and the care and feeding of their donkeys.
An Adventure Pass is required for parking and they can be purchased at the Adams Pack Station. Carpooling is recommended. There are restrooms near the upper parking lot.
Link to Trailhead in Google Maps
https://maps.app.goo.gl/LcUkXedUE4jqGGWv8
The Hike
Most of the elevation gain is during the first half of the hike. We will cross the ankle deep Big Santa Anita Creek at least 7-8 times. Hiking poles are very helpful for crossing unless you have water shoes or don’t mind getting your shoes a little wet.
Elevation Chart
After our lunch break the trail is easy and pretty flat all the way back to the cars. There is plenty of shade along the hike. Be warned that it will be cooler in the morning and at the bottom of the canyon and then warmer as we climb out. Wear layered clothing.
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 quench our thirst after the hike at the Adams Pack Station. This is the last donkey pack station operating in Southern California. For over 80 years they have been transporting supplies to the privately owned cabins in Big Santa Anita Canyon. Their business has really struggled because of the Covid closures and the devastating Bobcat fire closure from 2020 to just a few months ago. Let’s show them a little support now that they are back in business!
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: richard@richardnorman.net
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 - just good common sense.
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.
Join us for a walk along the CV Link. Enjoy views of the golf course to the East and the new park under construction to the West. Wide open spaces in the middle of the city.
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.
Garstin, Berns, Bogert Loop
This hike offers panoramic 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.
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. This hike is rated Moderate; generally suitable for novice hikers who want a bit of a challenge. The terrain will involve a moderate incline and have some steeper sections.
Meeting Place: Garstin Trailhead on Barona Rd. Driving east on Bogert Trail from South Palm Canyon Drive 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. Parking is available on Barona and Bogert Trail. Map (Map click here)
Meeting Time: We will gather about 8:45 and begin hiking at 9 am.
Hike Leader: Howard K. email click here; co-leader: John R. email click 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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Christmas Eve Hike
Carrizo Canyon is one of the group of canyons which are open for only the last three months of each year. This hike begins at the Art Smith parking lot and gradually climbs south through soft sand in a wide wash with evidence of a history of mining, exploration and recreational use over many decades. The wash narrows as we enter the canyon where we are amazed at the stunning folding and layering of metamorphic rock in the canyon walls. As the canyon narrows, the trail gets a bit rockier and poles can be handy for maintaining one’s balance. We will carefully scramble over a few granite boulders. After a visit to a dry waterfall, we will take a side trail up Indian Canyon and up a 5 foot rock ladder to an overlook from which you can see back to Palm Desert and up Carrizo Canyon to a stand of California palms at an oasis hidden above the dry fall. We retrace our steps to return to the parking lot.
Bring Ten Essentials (click here), water (1 to 1.5 liters recommended), trail snacks. Sun protection and layered clothing. Sturdy hiking footwear with good tread and adequate drinking water are essential
Contact Hike Leader: Scott C 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 9 AM.
Additional Photos Click Here
Health Problems/allergies: Discuss any medical concerns with the hike leader if you wish.
This hike is approx. 10 miles with 1400' elevation gain. Beginning at Penny Pines, we will make a loop that includes parts of the Big Laguna Trail and then we will cross Sunrise Highway and head back to Penny Pines via the Pacific Crest trail. If the weather is clear there will be fantastic views of the desert all the way to the Salton Sea along the Pacific Crest Trail part of the hike.
Hike Start Time and Location: 9:00am at Penny Pines trailhead
Hike Length: approx. 10 miles
Hike Elevation Change: 1400'
Hike Difficulty Rating: Moderate
Estimated Hike Time: 5 hours
Hike Type (out-and-back, loop, shuttle): Loop
Hiking Trail Details (AllTrails or Similar link): https://www.alltrails.com/explore/trail/us/california/big-laguna-mountain-loop-trail?mobileMap=false&ref=sidebar-static-map for an idea of the general trail conditions
Parking Information: Adventure pass/National Parks Pass/Federal lands recreation pass required for parking
Take I-8 East to Sunrise Highway exit, go north 14 miles, park on either side of the Sunrise Highway
Hike leader Scott is available to carpool from Hillcrest for up to 3 passengers, please make arrangements directly with Scott via text at the phone number below
Costs involved: Parking pass if not already owned
Pets Permitted: No
What to Bring in Addition to the 10 Essentials*: Water, lunch, snack
Who to Contact with Questions: Trip leader Scott Opis @ scott_opis@hotmail.com, 202-257-2833
*Note on the 10 essentials - The 10 essentials are a collection or system of items that significantly increase your safety on any hike or outdoors trip. This is not an exhaustive list of anything you could ever need. You can visit the link included Here but one version of this list is as follows:
1. Navigation
2. Headlamp
3. Sun Protection
4. First Aid
5. Knife
6. Fire
7. Shelter
8. Extra food
9. Extra water
10. Extra clothes
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NEW YEARS EVE HIKE & LUNCH
Meet at 8:30 AM at the Rimrock Plaza (Vons) 4733 E Palm Canyon Dr, Palm Springs. Park east of the plaza parking lot on or near the dirt roadway. Arrive about 15 minutes early for introductions and briefing. Map Click Here
Description: The hike starts at the dirt road at the far east side 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, Cathedral City and Murray Peak. We then hike the plateau until we descend into Eagle Canyon at Jane's Hoffbrau Palm Oasis. This is a small beautiful oasis with dry waterfalls and a stand of Washingtonia palm trees. We will relax in the shade of the palms and then proceed down the canyon beneath high canyon walls and aside large boulders in the wash. At the end of the canyon we'll go over a storm water management dam, then out to Hwy 111 looping back to the Rimrock Plaza mostly on paved sidewalks but some unpaved stretches.
Optional lunch along Hwy 111 at Las Carretas Mexican restaurant: https://lascarretastacoshop.org
Join us for our monthly GOSD outing! This month we will be hiking the Tecolote Canyon Trail on Sunday, Jan 5th. This is a moderate 3.5 mile hike with around 500 feet in elevation change. This is an open invite to members or non-members and does not require an RSVP.
Details: We will begin at the Tecolote Recreation Center, hike through the neighborhood, up and through the University of San Diego campus, and back through the canyon.
SoCal Area: San Diego
HOST: Tyler Roosden, 651.497.1611; Jeremiah O'Neal 619.788.9407
TRAIL: Tecolote Canyon Trailhead
LENGTH: 3.5 miles
DIFFICULTY: MODERATE
ELEVATION GAIN: ~512 feet
RSVP: No RSVP required
Meeting Location: bv Google Map: https://goo.gl/maps/pxWB5WmrXaigrgir7
Meeting Date & Time:Sunday, Jan. 5 @ 9:45am - We will plan to start hiking at 10am
Parking:Parking is available at the trailhead. Plan ahead and get there early to find a spot. Our suggestion is to drive up and look for a spot, if you can’t get one there is plenty of street parking available.
Cost: Free
Time Commitment:Plan for approx 2-3 hours
Dogs:The trail is dog-friendly, must be on leash
Trail Details:
https://www.alltrails.com/trail/us/california/tecolote-canyon-trail--2
Note: This does not depict the route we will be taking, but provides valuable information
What to Bring in Addition to the 10 Essentials:
Note on the 10 essentials - The 10 essentials are a collection or system of items that significantly increase your safety on any hike or outdoors trip. This is not an exhaustive list of anything you could ever need. You can visit the link included Here but one version of this list is as follows:
Great Outdoors Orange County/Long Beach Chapter
presents
An Urban Walk in Anaheim
Date Sunday, January 12, 2025, starting at 10:00 AM
Contact: Frederick Brown E-mail: fredincal346@gmail.com Phone: 562-754-1838
The estimated time for this outing is two to four hours, depending on how much time participants spend at each of the sites.
Wear comfortable walking shoes and clothing, and bring a liter of water.
There are restrooms at Central Park and Public Parking nearby. The group will meet near the restrooms at 10 AM. Click here for map of the Park.
After meeting up, we will walk south on Washington, west on Philadelphia, then south Bright, west on Wardman, to Greenleaf Ave for about a half block to the Starlight Whittier Village Cinema. The building was constructed in 1932, damaged in the Whittier earthquake of 1987, then repaired and re-opened in 1990.
From the theater, our trip will take us north on Greenleaf, 4 blocks, past Hadley to the Guirado House, one of many historic houses in Uptown. At Broadway Ave, we will turn west. We will pass through a residential area with a couple of parks. When we reach the Greenway Belt which is a trail that follows the old Union Pacific railroad’s Salt-Lake route southeast from Los Angeles into Orange County we will follow it.
Our next stop will be the Cool-a-Coo Ice Cream Plant (historic Quaker Maid Creamery) which we will get to at the junction of the Greenway Belt and Hadley.
Reaching Philadelphia Street on the Greenway Trail, we will take a short detour east to see Whittier High School the facade of which was used in the 1985 movie ‘Back to the Future.’
Backon the Whittier Greenway Trail, we will walk to Mar Vista past the orange-growers packing house (King Richard’s Antique Mall).
Turning east until we arrive at the Uptown Market for a look.
Back on Greenleaf we pass the old Whittier Depot of the Southern Pacific Railroad built in 1892 about a half block north of Mar Vista.
We will head back north on Greenleaf reaching the former National Bank of Whittier Building designed by the Parkinson’s. This father and son also designed Los Angeles City Hall, Union Station and Bullocks Wilshire. The elder Mr. Parkinson also designed the Grand Central Market in Los Angeles. This building is now a food court where we will stop for lunch.
After lunch, those interested can take a walk through the Whittier College campus.
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.
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.
(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:
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
Photos: (optional)
Pets allowed? (Leader discretion if allowed by land agency)
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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
An
Urban Walk/Ride in Downtown Los Angeles
This event will be led by Frederick Brown who is a trained volunteer Los Angeles Metro Arts Council Docent.
We will meet up at the Little Tokyo Station at the corner of Central Avenue and 1stStreet in Los Angeles at 10 AM. Click here for map. For those who are driving, parking lots are nearby which you can find on Google Maps. For those taking Metro, you can board the A line as far east as Azusa Pacific University Station, and as far South as downtown Long Beach. You may also board the E Line as far west as Santa Monica and as far east as Atlantic Avenue in East Los Angeles.
For those who would like to ride the A line for the Willow Station in Long Beach, meet the trip leader Frederick at the entrance to the station at 8:35 AM.
All those going on the tour must have a valid TAP card to enter the station. If someone does not have a TAP card, they can be purchased at the station for $2.00 plus fare. Because we will be getting on and off trains, a Day Pass probably makes the most sense.
We will begin our tour at the street level with Harmony by Clare Rojas. The art is sandwiched between panes of glass and celebrates the interaction of nature and urban life.
Down on the platform, Audrey W Chan’s work it titled Will Power Allegory, which shows how marginalized people in Los Angeles who have been displaced. The 168 foot long panels are porcelain enamel on steel. The top part of the work shows people who live in the area, and the bottom part shows a parade of smaller people.
Next we will travel to Historic Broadway Station. On the platform level, we will photographer Clarence Williams work titled Migrations. This piece shows people who have moved to Los Angeles for various reasons, such as escaping from Hurricane Katrina and Armenia. Each photograph is accompanied by a Haiku.
Moving upstairs to the Mezzanine, we find Mark Steven Greenfield’s Red Car Requiem, a spectacular glass mosaic which stretches 148 feet. The work took 6 years to paint and then fabricate.
Moving up through the station, we will come to Ralph Gilbert’s series of light panels which are titled Performance on the Streets of L.A. The light panels are a movable work that stay in one location for 6 months to a year, and then are moved to another location on the Metro Rails System.
Moving to the street level we will see Andrea Bowers’ double sided text work on glass. The title of the work is: “The People United (‘El pueblo unido jamás será vencido,’ Sergio Ortega and Quilapayun; ‘Brown Beret 13 Point Political Program,’ La Causa).” The idea for the work came from its location near the old Los Angeles Times building, City Hall and the court houses.
When the group has finished with the Historic Broadway Station, we will travel to the Grand Avenue Arts Station. On the platform and on the concourse, we will be able to see Mungo Thomson’s Negative Space, which he created using 7,398 pictures of the Andromeda Galaxy from the Hubble Telescope.
Also, on the concourse level is another set of light boxes done by Samira Yamin which is titled All is Flux. The pictures show water flowing over still water.
As we round the corner of the concourse toward the elevators, we are confronted by Pearl C. Hsiung’s monumental “High Prismatic,” a glass mosaic artwork that soars 61 feet to the top of the elevator well with more than 1 million mosaic tiles. (This is the deepest station in the Metro system.)
Taking the elevators to street level Ann Hamilton’s Over and Under work shows through the 2 story glass entry pavilion. The hand drawn lines look like a fabric, or are representative of the grid that makes up an urban center.
After finishing at the Grand Arts Avenue station, people are free to return home or stay for a lunch at the food court at the Marketplace, 300 South Grand Avenue, Los Angeles.
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).
Contact Hike Leader: Pat Miyamoto Email click here and Jeff
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.
Hike Leader: Pat email click here.
Save the Date
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 .
Special COVID Related Requirements: This event requires all attendees to be fully vaccinated.
Contact hike leader: Email click here
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).
*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.
