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• PS - Camping Rancho Jurupa - Festival of Lights

  • Start
    Tue, December 05, 2023
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    2:00 PM
  • End
    Thu, December 07, 2023
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    1:00 PM
  • Location
    4600 Crestmore Road, Jurupa Valley, CA 92509

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  The Mission Inn Festival of Lights Holiday Display in Riverside

  
  

  

  Discover the Spanish-style Riverside Mission Inn and thrill at its annual Festival of Lights, a colorful display of over 2 million lights in all shapes and sizes, along with an assortment of animated characters and sculptures which decorate the entire façade. On Wednesday, join us for a guided tour of the historic Mission Inn ($20/person), where presidents and celebrities have flocked since 1876.  After the tour, enjoy the annual display of lights on Main Street filled with musicians, strolling carolers, and vendors. You will have ample time to grab a bite at one of the local venders downtown or enjoy dinner at an eatery of your choice.

  
  

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  Rancho Jurupa Park (click here) is situated along the Santa Ana River and located behind Mt. Rubidoux just west of charming historic downtown Riverside. 

  There will be 10 paved sites with grassy areas for RV and tent campers. As tents are NOT permitted on the grass, tent campers will share the paved portion of a site with 2 tents on each site. Two sites have been allocated to accommodate tent campers.  Depending  on the number and type of registrants, we may be able to accommodate additional tent campers on a shared RV site. Must be a Great Outdoor member to attend.

  
  

  Mission Inn Tour

  The Mission Inn began as a quaint adobe boarding house in 1876, becoming a full-service hotel in the early 1900's.  Opened by Frank Miller, it expanded in 1903 with over 200 guestrooms and the addition of the Mission Wing, built in Mission-Revival style while incorporating architectural features from more than 20 different California missions.  Three more wings were added as demand grew, including the Cloister, Spanish Wing and the Rotunda Wing, completed in 1931.  Miller filled the hotel with valuable items from across the globe, including artwork, furniture and religious relics.  The Mission Inn still houses the oldest bell in Christendom, dating back to 1247.  https://www.missioninn.com/about

  Come take a tour of the Mission Inn lead by a trained docent of the Mission Inn Foundation and explore its art, artifacts, architecture, and history.  There will be 2 tours on Wednesday, each is a walking tour that will be approximately 75 minutes exploring the interior of this National Historic Landmark.  Come see parts of the hotel which are normally inaccessible to the general public.  Experience over 120 years of history within the grand rooms of the Inn.  The tour is on Wednesday, December 6, at 2:45 pm to 4 pm and the second tour from 3:45 to 5 pm.  Ticket are $20/person.  If registering to camp, please pay as a separate option while registering.  https://missioninnmuseum.org/visit/take-tour/.  If registering for the tour only, please register as a "Day tripper."

  Schedule Of Events

  Tue, Dec 5

  • 2:00 pm - Check-in 
  • 5:00 pm - Tea Time meet and greet BYOB. Bring an appetizer to share.  Dinner on your own
  • 7:00 pm - Group campfire activities 

  Wed, Dec 6

  • 9:00 am - Hike Mt. Rubidoux (apx 3 miles) * click here
  • 11:00 am - Lunch at Tios Tacos * Click Here
  • 2:00 pm - First tour gathers to go to Riverside for tour and dinner
  • 2:45 pm - Group tour of the Mission Inn
  • 3:00 pm - Second tour gathers to go to Riverside for tour and dinner *
  • 3:45-5 pm - Group tour of the Mission Inn (photos click here)
  • 7:00 pm - Group Campfire

  Thurs, Dec 7

  • Noon -  Check Out. Safe travels home.
    

  *Check campground white board for updates and hike/outing details.

  GOING GREEN!  Please bring your own plates, cups, mugs, eating utensils, napkins, paper towels, camp soap, etc.  There are water spigots located in the camp or in the nearby restroom for washing dishes.

  Amenities: Full hookup sites with water and electric. Restrooms have electricity, flush toilets, running water and coin operated showers, picnic tables, fire rings, water and paved parking stalls.  Quiet hours are from 10 pm to 6 am.  

  Kiosk:  There is a small store located near the front gate.  Kiosk hours are from 7 am to sunset.  

  Directions: 4600 Crestmore Road, Jurupa Valley, CA 92509 Map Click HereCA

  Climate: Average temperature in December is: 67 / 42 degrees with an average of 3 rain days.  Sunrise:  6:39 am / Sunset: 4:40 pm.  

  Refunds: Cancellation for a full refund minus service fee of $10 must be received by Nov. 17. No refund on tour unless waitlist. Contact trip leader to cancel.

  Payments: You may now use any of these credit cards:  MC, VISA, Discover or Amex. 

  Contact: Beth Schneider Click here

  Pets: Maximum 3 at $2 each per day.  Pay at the gate when you come in.  

  Park Rules:  click here

  What to Bring:  

  • Ten Essentials, camping/cooking gear, food, name tag.
  • Camp chair, cool weather clothing. 
  • Appetizer to share for meet & greet ‘tea’ along with your favorite beverage.
  • A bundle or two of firewood. 

  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 outing leader if you wish.

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• PS- Camping - Big Bear Snow Ski -Save The Date

  • Start
    Tue, February 13, 2024
  • End
    Thu, February 15, 2024
  • Location
    Big Bear Ca

  

  This event is being planned by Palm Springs Chapter.d For more information about this trip:

  • Please check back here for updates; or
  • Please contact our PS Chapter VPO - via email: VPO-PS@GreatOutdoors.org

  
  

  
  

  
  

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• PS-Camp - Anza-Borrego Desert State Park

  • Start
    Fri, February 16, 2024
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    12:00 PM
  • End
    Mon, February 19, 2024
  •  
    12:00 PM
  • Location
    Anza Borrego State Park, Palm Canyon Campground, Borrego Springs CA

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  If you’re looking for a camping trip that will challenge your limits and reward your senses, look no further than Anza Borrego Desert State Park. This park is a vast and diverse desert landscape that offers endless opportunities for adventure and exploration.  Join us for a variety of desert adventures that include hiking, 4x4 off road trips, stargazing, and amazing sunsets/sunrises. Gather around a campfire and gaze at more stars than you ever knew existed.

  The Borrego Palm Canyon Campground is located within the Anza-Borrego Desert State Park and is located near Borrego Springs, CA at 700 feet elevation. RVs and tents will be on separate sites located on a loop adjacent to each other.  

  This is 4 days/3nights over the Presidents Holiday Weekend.

  Friday - February 16

  • 2:00 pm - Check in, set up camp - visit the Visitor Center
  • 5:00 pm - Meet and greet (BYOB and appetizer to share) 
  • 6:00 pm - Dinner on your own or restaurant in town
  • 7:00 pm - Group campfire...bring some firewood.

  Saturday - February 17

  • 6:30 am - Coffee and continental breakfast 
  • 9:00 am - Hike or other activity (check white board details)* 
  • 1:00 pm - Hike or other activity
  • 5:30 pm - Potluck - Bring something to share for 4 to 6 persons 
  • 7:00 pm - Group campfire activities and Dark Sky

  Sunday - February 18

  • 6:30 am - Coffee and continental breakfast
  • 9:00 am - Hike or other activity
  • 1:30 pm - Hike or other activity posted on white board
  • 5:30 pm - Optional dinner at restaurant in Borrego Springs
  • 7:00 pm - Group campfire activities 

  Monday - February 19

  • 6:30 am - Coffee 
  • 9:00 am - check whiteboard
  • Noon - Check-out

  *Attractions and Activities (check whiteboard for times):

  • Galleta Meadows Sculptures - road tour
  • Visit the visitor’s center 
  • The Slot Hike 2.2 mi. 400'
  • Hike Panorama Overlook from camp 1 mi.
  • Hellhole Canyon trail 5 mi 800'
  • Glorietta Canyon 3 mi 700'
  • Palm Canyon trail 3 mi.
  • 4x4 Trails: Coyote Canyon; Grapevine Jasper (14 mi); Calcite Mine; Fonts Point

  Amenities for all:  Fire rings, picnic tables, drinkable water, restrooms, flush toilets, token-operated hot showers. Tokens are available at the campground entrance.  

  Amenities for RVs:  This is a dry camping event. There are no hookups. Fresh water is available at the dump site to fill your RV tank before arriving at your site. There is a dump site located near the park entrance. Maximum RV length is 35 feet. Quiet hours are from 10 pm to 6 am and generators may only be operated between 10 am and 8 pm. Tents will be on separate sites with 2 tents per site. 

  Night Lighting: Borrego Springs is a certified Dark Sky Community. Be a good neighbor and keep you camp lights off or at a minimum and enjoy the night sky.
  

  What to Bring: Camping/cooking gear,10 essential items,  food, warm/cool weather clothing, potluck item for Friday night and firewood for group fire.  Firewood is for sale at the campground (buy it where you burn it policy).  Consider going green! - Please bring your own plates, cups, mugs, eating utensils.

  Directions: Borrego Springs, CA 92004. Google Map directions to park entrance - click here.  From Palms Springs: I-10 East to 86S to Salton Seaway to Borrego Springs - go through town and follow signs to the park entrance.

  Climate: Average temperatures for this time of year are 74 high and 48 low. Elevation of 700'  Sunrise: 6:30 AM Sunset: 5:30 PM

  Refunds:  Cancel by Feb. 2, 2024 for a refund (minus $10 service fee).

  Payments:  Pay online here with a credit card. 

  Pets: Pets are welcome, leashed and pick up after.

  Campground Map Click Here

  Contact: Trip Leader: Scott Connelly EMAIL
  

  You must be a paid member of one of the Great Outdoor (GO) Chapters in order to register for this event. You can join with a $25 annual membership by clicking here . 

   Additional Information: Anza Borrego Natural History Association .

  
  

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

  
  

  
  

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• PS - Camping - Salton Sea - Save The Date

  • Start
    Thu, March 14, 2024
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    12:00 PM
  • End
    Sun, March 17, 2024
  •  
    12:00 PM
  • Location
    Salton Sea State Recreation Area, Mecca Beach

  

  The Salton Sea is one of the most enigmatic places in the Southwest. It is a unique place with many hidden treasures and secrets that are not well known. It has been forgotten as a busy tourist attraction of bygone years. Today, we have an amazing place to visit and explore. The sunsets and sunrises are stunning and peaceful. You should take the opportunity to experience it before it receding water levels cause it to change and vanish.

  We will be camping at the Mecca Beach campground at the Salton Sea Recreation Area. The meet and greet, potluck and other activities will take place there. March is an ideal time to visit with mild temperatures.

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• PS- Camping - Joshua Tree Park Cottonwood -Save The Date

  • Start
    Tue, April 09, 2024
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    12:00 PM
  • End
    Fri, April 12, 2024
  •  
    12:00 PM
  • Location
    Joshua Tree National Park , Cottonwood Camp

  

  This event is being planned by Palm Springs Chapter.d For more information about this trip:

  • Please check back here for updates; or
  • Please contact our PS Chapter VPO - via email: VPO-PS@GreatOutdoors.org

  
  

  
  

  
  

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• PS- Camping -Hurkey Creek -Save The Date

  • Start
    Thu, May 09, 2024
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    12:00 PM
  • End
    Sun, May 12, 2024
  •  
    12:00 PM
  • Location
    Hwy 74 in the San Jacinto Mountains just 4 miles southeast of Mountain Center

  

  This event is being planned by Palm Springs Chapter.d For more information about this trip:

  • Please check back here for updates; or
  • Please contact our PS Chapter VPO - via email: VPO-PS@GreatOutdoors.org

  
  

  
  

  
  

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• PS - Camping - Guajome Regional Park - Save The Date

  • Start
    Sun, June 16, 2024
  • End
    Wed, June 19, 2024
  • Location
    Guajome Regional Park, Oceanside Ca

  

  This event is being planned by  Great Outdoors Palm Springs

  For more information about this trip:

  • Please check back here for updates; or
  • Please contact our PS Chapter VPO - via email: VPO-PS@GreatOutdoors.org

  
  

  
  

  
  

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• PS - Camping - Sweetwater Regional Park - Save The Date

  • Start
    Thu, July 11, 2024
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    2:00 PM
  • End
    Mon, July 15, 2024
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    12:00 PM
  • Location
    Bonita Ca

  

  This event is being planned by Palm Springs Chapter.d For more information about this trip:

  • Please check back here for updates; or
  • Please contact our PS Chapter VPO - via email: VPO-PS@GreatOutdoors.org

  
  

  
  

  
  

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• PS- Camping -Heartbar -Save The Date

  • Start
    Thu, August 15, 2024
  • End
    Sun, August 18, 2024
  • Location
    Barton Flats Angeles Oak

  

  This event is being planned by Palm Springs Chapter.d For more information about this trip:

  • Please check back here for updates; or
  • Please contact our PS Chapter VPO - via email: VPO-PS@GreatOutdoors.org

  
  

  
  

  
  

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• PS- Camping -Creekside RV and Tent Camp-Save The Date

  • Start
    Sun, September 15, 2024
  • End
    Wed, September 18, 2024
  • Location
    Bishop, CA

  

  This event is being planned by Palm Springs Chapter.d For more information about this trip:

  • Please check back here for updates; or
  • Please contact our PS Chapter VPO - via email: VPO-PS@GreatOutdoors.org

  
  

  
  

  
  

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• LA/CORP - Save The Date - 46th All Chapter Campout and Conference

  • When
    Fri, October 18, 2024

  

  This event is being planned by the Los Angeles Chapter. For more information about this trip:

  • Please check back here for updates; or
  • Please contact our LA Chapter VPO - via email: VPO-LA@GreatOutdoors.org

  
  

  
  

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• PS- Dos Picos County Park Campout- Save The Date

  • Start
    Sun, November 24, 2024
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    2:00 PM
  • End
    Wed, November 27, 2024
  •  
    12:00 PM
  • Location
    Ramona, CA

  

  This event is being planned by Palm Springs Chapter.d For more information about this trip:

  • Please check back here for updates; or
  • Please contact our PS Chapter VPO - via email: VPO-PS@GreatOutdoors.org

  
  

  
  

  
  

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