Events

Upcoming & Past PS Chapter Camping Trips

    • Thu, May 28, 2026
    • 12:00 PM
    • Sun, May 31, 2026
    • 12:00 PM
    • Hurkey Creek Campground


    ALLCHAPTER JAMBOREE

    SAVE THE DATE

    WE HAVE SECURED AND CONFIRMED RESERVATION FOR THE BEST GROUP SITE. This event is being planned by Great Outdoors Corporate. For more information about this trip, check back here for updates. 





    • Sun, June 14, 2026
    • 2:00 PM
    • Wed, June 17, 2026
    • 12:00 PM
    • Guajome Regional Park, Oceanside, CA

    Guajome Regional Park offers full hookup sites water, electric 20/30/50 amps, sewer hookups, paved driveways, fire rings, and tables. Coin-operated, hot showers, restrooms with flush toilets, and a waste water dump station. One tent and one RV (< or = 45ft.) or two tents will share each each site.  Both inhabitants will have access to the water and electricity. There is plenty of overflow parking for extra vehicles.

    The park is at an elevation of 130 ft. above sea level. Afternoon ocean breezes keep the park pleasant year-round.

    Guajome Regional Park is great for bicycling enthusiasts. It has numerous paved roadways within the park suitable for bicycling. There is also an excellent 10 mile bike only path from just outside the park into the Oceanside beachfront. At the beachfront, The trail merges with the oceanfront road leading to many shops and restaurants. 

    There are 3.5 miles of well-maintained hiking trails that meander through diverse Southern California habitats such as woodlands, chaparral, wetlands, and mixed grasslands. There are eight named trails, including a short self guided nature trail, and a couple of unnamed trails.

    The park is close to other historical points of interest such as the Rancho Guajome Adobe, designated as a National Historic Landmark in 1970 and the San Luis Rey Mission, one of the twenty-one California missions, which was founded in 1798.

    There is a bicycle trailhead just outside of the park that extends through nearby Oceanside, all the way to the coast. The city of Oceanside itself offers beaches, a pier and harbor, shopping, and restaurants.  Black's Beach is a 45 minute drive down the I-5.

    Park brochure - click here.

    Tentative Schedule of Events

    Sunday, June 14

    • 2pm - Check-in @ site TBD (please don't arrive early, they are strict about this)
    • 6pm - Meet n’ Greet @ Site TBD: BYOB, bring Hor'devours to share, if you want
    • 7pm - Dinner on your own, many many restaurants nearby
    • 8pm - Group campfire @ Site TBD (bring firewood)

    Monday, June 15

    • 7am - Coffee and Continental Breakfast @ Site TBD (volunteer coffee Tsar wanted)
    • 9am - *Bike ride on paved biking trail to the ocean, and back.  Transportation will be provided for those who cannot or do not want to ride back.
    • 1pm: *Sun and fun at the beach!  There are several beaches to choose from, suggestions welcome.  Parking will come with a fee, so carpool is encouraged.  Local Beaches
    • 6pm - Potluck @ Site TBD (bring a dish to share)
    • 8pm - Group campfire @ site TBD (bring firewood)

    Tuesday, June 16

    • 7am - Coffee and continental breakfast @ Site TBD (volunteer coffee Tsar wanted) 
    • 9am - *Hike the local nature trails in the park and explore the marshes/lake, how about a volleyball game or game of horseshoes?
    • 11am - *Carpool to Del Rey Mission, 15-minute drive, there is an admission fee you will have to pay. Alternative activity: suggestions welcome, See whiteboard
    • 2pm - *Wine aficionados, there are two vineyards in the area: Carruth Cellarstasting room open M-Th 4-6pm, and Coomber Craft Wines, reservations required.  
    • 6pm - Dinner on our own, or leftovers dinner together @ Site TBD
    • 8pm - Group campfire @ Site TBD (bring firewood)

    Wednesday, June 17

    • 7am - Coffee and continental breakfast leftovers (volunteer coffee Tsar wanted)
    • 9am - pack up and clean up, say our tearful goodbyes, lots of hugging encouraged! 
    • 12pm - Check out
    *All activities are subject to change, check campout whiteboard for updates.

    Contact Trip Leader: Robert Varga - via email to [email protected] or text (760) 641-9112.

    Prices:  Prices listed are per person.  Each person going must complete a separate registration. We do this so each registrant acknowledges our liability waiver condition.

    Registration: Enter the license number of your primary vehicle and a tow vehicle. This will speed the check in process at the gate.

    Payments:  This event is limited to GO members.  When you register, you'll need to have your credit card (MC, VISA, Discover or Amex.) ready and pay your registration fee within 15 mins. If you are not a member yet, you can first join as a member online (click here) and then return here to register.

    Refunds:  Cancellation for a refund, minus $10 must be received before June 1st, 2025.   On June 1st, 2025 and after, no refund will be issued. All cancellation requests must be sent to the Trip Leader (see email above). 

    What to Bring:  Camp chair, camping/cooking gear, food, warm/cool/wet weather clothing, potluck item, one bundle of firewood per person and the Ten Essentials

    Directions Guajome Regional Park Campground, 3000 Guajome Lake Road, Oceanside, CA 92057.  Google map directions - click here.

    From Coachella Valley:  Take I-10W to I-215S to I-15, exit onto Highway 76, turn right on SR-76 and head west. Turn left onto Guajome Lake Road.  The campground entrance will be on the right.

    Climate: Average temperatures - high 75,  low 65. View weather forecast - click here

    Pets: Are permitted if they are properly restrained and under the control of the owner. Dogs must be licensed, restrained on a leash no longer than six feet, and attended at all times. Please pick up after your pet.   $1/night for each pet; you would pay upon arrival.

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




    • Sun, July 12, 2026
    • 2:00 PM
    • Wed, July 15, 2026
    • 12:00 AM
    • Idyllwild CA
    • 45

    Idyllwild Summer Getaway

    Experience the cool, star‑filled mountain nights beneath a canopy of conifers at Idyllwild Regional Park. This mid‑week summer escape offers a peaceful, uncrowded campground surrounded by towering pines, granite outcrops, and lush mountain vegetation.

    Enjoy three nights of camping, hiking, and exploring the charming village of Idyllwild—home to unique shops, local art, and inviting restaurants. Whether you’re relaxing under the trees, hitting the trails, or wandering through town, this trip blends mountain serenity with easy access to amenities.

    Sunday, July 12

    • 2:00 pm - Check-in
    • 4:00 Sunset hike to meadow  
    • 6:00 pm - Meet and greet, bring something to share and your favorite beverage.
    • 7:00 pm - Group campfire activities 

    Monday, July 13

    • 7:00 am - Coffee, continental breakfast
    • 9:00 am - Hike to Nature Center *
    • 2:00 pm - Hike *
    • 6:30 pm - Potluck dinner-bring a dish to share
    • 7:00 pm - Group campfire activities 

    Tuesday, July 14

    • 7:00 am - Coffee, continental breakfast
    • 9:00 am - 4 wheel drive road trip
    • 1:30 pm - Hike* or see Idyllwild 
    • 6:30 pm - Optional group dinner in town*
    • 7:30 pm - Group  campfire activities

    Wednesday, July 13

    •  12:00 pm - Check out

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

    Amenities: Restrooms have flush toilets and hot showers that take quarters.  Campsites have picnic tables, fire rings (although wood fires may not be allowed due to fire restrictions), and drinking water. The town of Idyllwild is 1/2 mile away with shops and restaurants.

    Amenities For Tents:  The sites are fairly flat and with intermittent shade.  Tents and RV's will be in same area and may share site. Restroom and showers are located uphill of the campsites.

    Amenities For RVs:  There are no services for RVs.  Fill your water tank prior to arrival.  This is dry camping.  Generators may be operated between 7 am and 10 pm.

    What to Bring: Ten Essentials, camp chair, nametag, daypack for hiking, camping/cooking gear, food, warm/cool/wet weather clothing, quarters for showers.  Bring a dish to share at the potluck dinner.  There are water spigots located in the camp.  

    Consider going green! - Please bring your own reusable plates, cups, mugs, eating utensils, etc. 

    Directions:  54000 County Playground Road, Idyllwild, CA 92549. Map - Click Here.

    Climate:   Ave High 80  Ave Low 47       Weather forecast click here

    Sunrise 5:47 AM - Sunset 7:58 PM

    4x4 Trails Near Idyllwild

    • Bee Canyon Truck Trail (5S07): A popular route between Hemet and Mountain Center, featuring beautiful scenery, tight spots, and occasional mud.
    • Black Mountain Truck Trail (5S01): Leads to Fuller Ridge, offering scenic views and a mix of, sometimes, challenging terrain.
    • Idyllwild Control Road (5S06): A 6-mile, moderate trail connecting Highway 74 to Pine Cove.
    • San Jacinto Ridge Road (5S09): A 30-mile, moderate route connecting with Bee Canyon and Red Hill Road.
    • Thomas Mountain Road (6S13/6S18): Features stunning views of Lake Hemet and connects to Rouse Ridge.

    Pets: Pets are welcomed. $2 per day pet fee payable upon arrival may apply. Must be kept on leash.  Please pick up after your pet. 

    Photos:  Click Here

    Payment:  Online only with credit card.

    Refunds: Cancellation must be received by July 1 to qualify for a refund, minus a $10 administrative fee. To cancel your registration, please contact the trip leader directly.

    Contact: Trip Co-Leaders:  John N. and Scott C.

     

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


    • Thu, August 13, 2026
    • 1:00 PM
    • Sun, August 16, 2026
    • 2:00 PM
    • San Bernardino National Forest
    • 100




    THIS IS A SAMPLE DESCRIPTION. DUPLICATE THIS EVENT AND THEN EDIT ONLY THE COPY AND DON'T FORGET TO REPLACE THE ABOVE PHOTO AND TEXT BELOW. JUST DELETE ALL THIS TEXT IN RED. 

    Note:  Registration for this event will initially be limited to paid members of Great Outdoors. Paid members get "first crack" at our events. If you'd like to become a member to register for this campout - click here - and then return to this page.

    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. .....

    Prices: (Example 1) We have different pricing levels based upon you staying in a tent or RV in one of our sites, staying in a site you booked yourself (or in a nearby hotel/motel/friend's house).  Each person going must complete a separate registration.  We do this so each registrant acknowledges our liability waiver condition.

    Select your registration that conforms to the following definitions:

    • RV is a vehicle designed as temporary living quarters for recreational, camping, travel or season use. RVs may be motorized (motorhomes) or towable (travel trailers, folding camping trailers and truck campers).
    • Tent: a collapsible shelter of fabric stretched and sustained by poles and used for camping.

    Prices:  (example 2) There is no charge for this event.  Each person going must complete a separate registration.  We do this so each registrant acknowledges our liability waiver condition.

    Prices are based upon each person going being a GO Chapter paid member. You can join - click here - and then register for this campout. Other GO Chapter members should contact our GOPS Webmaster (click here to email) in order to be added as a member of our Chapter for free. Each person going must complete a separate registration. We do this so each registrant acknowledges our liability waiver condition.

    Prices: Prices are based upon you being a GO paid member. If not currently a GO member, you will have the option of joining at an additional $25 per person for a one (1) year club membership prior to registration. Each person going must complete a separate registration. You can click here to join.  

    RV's and tents may share sites - maximum of one RV and one tent on each site. When reserving an RV site, please select the smallest RV site which will accommodate your RV's length. RV sites come with water, electricity, picnic table and a fire ring. A dump station is located within the park. Some sites may not be completely level - we suggest bringing leveling blocks. Depending upon the RV site, tow vehicles may have to park in a nearby site. These are sites with mature vegetation surrounding the sites.

    We will have a propane fire-pit for the group as open fires may be restricted in the camp to a designated area only.

    Schedule Of Events

    Friday, Mar 17

    • Noon - Check-in at Mecca Beach Campground
    • 4:00 pm - Sunset hike nearby location*
    • 6:00 pm - Tea Time meet and greet BYOB. Dinner on your own
    • 7:00 pm - Group campfire activities & may include PowerPoint or movie about Salton Sea area

    Saturday, Mar 18

    • 9:30 am - Kayaking along the shore**
    • 2:00 pm - Hike slot canyon Mecca Hills Wilderness or other hike posted on camp board*
    • 6:00 pm - Potluck (bring a dish to share).  GO will provide desserts.
    • 7:00 pm - Group Campfire

    Sunday, Mar 19

    • 9:30 am - Hike*
    • 11:00 am - Clean up campground areas. Check Out. Safe travels home.

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

    **Optional $15 fee for kayaking rental (a donation to: The Sea and Desert Interpretive Association).  This fee will be collected when you register for this event.

    Possible Activities  Miles  Elevation  Misc Notes
    Shopping in nearby Julian  33   Think Everything Apples!
    Moonlight Canyon hike  1.8  350  
    Mountain Palm Oasis hike  3  600  
    Torote Canyon loop hike 6.5  1,500'  
    Cold Canyon hike  3.0  650'  

    Amenities:  Restrooms have electricity, flush toilets, running water and hot showers that take quarters, picnic tables, fire rings, water and paved parking stalls. There is a dump station and water near the campground. There is a small store on 111 with limited supplies. Limited electric hookup may be available.

    Amenities For RVs:  This is a dry camping event. There are no hookups at each camp site. 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.  QUIET HOURS are from 10 pm to 6 am and generators may only be operated between 10 am and 8 pm.

    What to BringTen Essentialscamping/cooking gear, food, warm/cool weather clothing, shorts for kayaking, potluck item for Saturday night, two bundles of firewood - no particle board, old furniture, plywood or construction materials. These cause the release of toxic gases when burned. Firewood is for sale at the campground. 

    Don't forget your towel, swim suit and water shoes.

    We recommend you read our suggested 10 essential items to bring - click here. 

    GO 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.

    Directions: (sample 1)  I-10 east to Indio, take 86-S exit then turn left at Avenue 66, then right onto Highway 111.  Go south about 13 miles to the Mecca Beach campground. For a Google Map of our location - click here.  <<< fix link

    Getting There: (sample 2)

    • Address:  39555 Great Southern Overland Stage Route of 1849, Julian, CA 92036
    • GPS Coordinates: 32°57'02.1"N 116°18'16.4"W or 32.950581, -116.304558
    • Google - Map Link: click here   <<< fix link 
    • Be sure to carpool if you can and fill your gas tank before heading to camp because the nearest gas is in Borrego Springs (30 miles) or Julian (33 miles).

    Climate & Elevation - The current forecast avg. is 67 high 42 low.  Check the weather forecast - click here.  The park is located at 1300’.  <<< fix link

    RefundsCancellation for a full refund minus service fee of $5.00 must be received by March 14, 2017.

    Payments: We are no longer using PayPal to accept trip registrations.  You may now use any of these credit cards:  MC, VISA, Discover or Amex. 

    Contact: Scott C. email: [email protected]

    Photos: To see some photos from prior trips to XYZ location  - click here.  <<< fix link

    Quiet Hours - 10 PM - 7 AM

    Smoking - is not allowed in San Diego County Parks.

    Cell Service - not in the park but may available nearby.  Details for specific carriers?

    PetsPets are permitted if they are properly restrained and under the control of the owner. Dogs must be licensed, restrained on a leash not longer than six feet, and attended at all times. Dogs are not allowed in cabins or on trails. Please bring doggie bags and clean up any of their waste.  Please be aware there are snakes and scorpions at this location.  

    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 event. 

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    • Wed, August 19, 2026
    • 2:00 PM
    • Sun, August 23, 2026
    • 12:00 PM
    • Duck Creek, UT
    • 22
    Register

    Ready for an Unforgettable Escape? Come join your GO friends to Southern Utah!       -Updated ticket costs-                 

    Tired of the daily grind? Then it’s time to trade traffic for towering trees and spreadsheets for starry skies! Join your Great Outdoors friends on a five-day, four-night camping adventure in the breathtaking landscapes of Southern Utah! 

    We’ll be setting up camp at Duck Creek Campground, a peaceful hideaway nestled in the Dixie National Forest near Cedar City—just 450 miles east of LA. You’ll be surrounded by groves of aspen and Douglas fir, with ancient ponderosa pines (some over 500 years old!) standing tall all around you. 

    There are hiking trails right from camp,Duck Creek Pond and Navajo lake nearby if you feel like casting a line, renting a boat or just kicking back. One day, we’ll hit the trails at Cedar Breaks National Monument—a jaw-dropping natural amphitheater—on a scenic hike along the South Rim Trail (note: there’s a $15–$25 fee per vehicle to enter). We’ll also explore the Mammoth Lava Caves, a wild formation from Utah’s volcanic past. 

    And if that’s not enough? Zion and Bryce Canyon National Parks are just about an hour away. If you forget something or need supplies, Duck Creek Village is just down the road with shops, firewood, and a few local eats. 

    So….Let’s get outside, breathe in that mountain air, and make some memories! 

    Details: 

    We have reserved campsites 087,089, 090(Loop D) 

    We are allowed one vehicle per site, however there is overflow parking which is about ¼ mile away at the visitor’s center. We may be able to park a few more vehicles at the campsite but that will be figured out when you get thereThere is a fee for overflow vehicles in camp which the driver will be reimbursed. 

    Sorry because of the limited space, this is tent camping only. 

    There are no showers so bring your solar shower, however, Pine Wood resorts, which is in Duck Creek Village,offer showers if availability permits, $10/person. 

    Campground amenities include flush toilets, fire rings, picnic tables and potable water. 

    Make sure to bring firewood and buy it locally as they are discouraging firewood brought in from outside the area due to exotic pest infestation. 

    For more info about duck Creek Campground go to:  

    Duck Creek, Dixie National Forest - Recreation.gov 

     

    Registration $85 for driver, $70 for Passenger, tent camping only

    Registration by credit card only 

    Each camp site is allowed one vehicle per site, (we probably can squeeze a few more in) but overflow parking is available at the visitor’s center, and carpooling is highly encouraged to limit the number of vehicles.  Let the trip leader know if you have room to share in your vehicle. 

    Itinerary: 

    Wednesday Aug. 19th: Arrival AFTER 2pm. Meet and Greet tea and other yummies! Feel free to share your favorite finger food and/or beverage if you so desire, GO will be providing drinks and snacks as well.  BYOB. Dinner on your own. Campfire gathering 

    Thursday Aug. 20th: Breakfast on your own. Explore local trails around the area, TBD at the site. Lunch on your own, more exploring, Potluck dinner Prepare your favorite dish for 4 to 6 people Campfire gathering 

    Friday Aug 21th:Breakfast on your own then drive to Cedar Breaks National Monument (carpooling to be figured out) Pack a lunch. Taking the5-mile South Rim trail which offers spectacular views, a moderately strenuous hike but well worth it! Have plenty of water, comfortable hiking shoes and sunscreen! Dinner at a nearby restaurant. (Paesano’s Pizzeria or Aunt Sues Chalet) Return for our Campfire gathering. 

    Saturday Aug 22th:Breakfast on your own, visit Navajo Lake, maybe rent a boat or walk around the lake, more exploring TBD. Have lunch in Duck Creek Village. Dinner on your own, relax, take in the beauty, campfire gathering. 

    Sunday Aug 13th: Our last day Breakfast on your own, pack up and head out and prepare for your next GO adventure! 

    Note: This itinerary is subject to change as weather, moods and circumstances permit! 

    Refund Policy: Cancel on or before August 10th you will receive a refund minus a $10 processing fee. Sorry but no refunds will be issued after that date. 

    Contact the trip leader if you need to cancel. 

    This event is limited to GO members only When you register, you’ll need to have your credit card ready and pay your registration fee within 15 minutes If you’re not a member, you can first join as a member online and then return to register for the event.  We’d love to have you join!! 

    Dogs are allowed if they are on a leash. 

    Weather this time of year is usually pleasantly warm and breezy (low 80’s high 70’s) Very slight chance of rain but it has been known that an occasional thunderstorm can pass through now and again, so be prepared! 

    Bring your 10 essentials, camping and cooking gear, food and a bundle or two or three of firewood. (We can always go down the road to buy more) 

    Sunscreen and a wide brimmed hat and comfortable hiking shoes highly recommended! 

    Additional e-mails will be sent out with more details, changes and other pertinent info as the date of the trip nears. 


    Your Trip Leader, Brian Miller: Duck Creek, UT (circa 1963)
    [email protected]
     

     

     


    • Fri, October 16, 2026
    • Sun, October 18, 2026
    • TBA

    *** SAVE THE DATE ***

    Hello GO!

    Please make sure that you mark your calendars for the
    48th All Chapter Conference and Campout
    Hosted by GO-SBVC

    Dates
    Friday, October 16 thru Sunday, October 18, 2026
    Location
    TBA


    • Thu, November 12, 2026
    • 12:00 PM
    • Mon, November 16, 2026
    • 11:00 AM
    • Death Valley Stovepipe Wells


    Death Valley 2026 4X4 RV Trip Details

    Reserve Now!!!

    If you are planning to join us for our upcoming trip to Death Valley National Park, the scheduled dates are, Thursday, November 12 thru Monday, November 16, 2 2026.

    Everyone attending is responsible for making their own RV reservations at the Stovepipe Wells RV Campground. Please be aware that the campground has only 14 available sites, so it is important to reserve your RV site as soon as possible.

    How to Reserve Your RV Site

    • 1.      To reserve a rv site Click here
    • 2.      On the right side of the web page, select “RV Sites.”
    • 3.      Scroll down and click on “Book Now.”
    • 4.      Use the monthly calendar to navigate to November 2026.
    • 5.      Select dates from November 12 through November 16.
    • 6.      Continue scrolling until you see RV site options.
    • 7.      If only room rates are displayed and no RV sites appear, revisit the site later.
    • 8.      You may need to repeat this process several times during the month until an RV site becomes available.
    • 9.  Once your site has been reserved, please send an email to Cliff



         


    • Sun, November 22, 2026
    • 2:00 PM
    • Wed, November 25, 2026
    • 12:00 PM
    • Ramona, CA
    • Dos Picos County Park Trip Notes

      Dos Picos County Park is located in Ramona, California. Its name is Spanish for "two peaks," derived from the two prominent mountains nearby. The surrounding ranch land and steep rocky slopes help preserve its secluded atmosphere.

      This park is known for its magnificent Oak trees.  The landscape is a mixture of chaparral, open grassland, and oak woodland. Coyote, fox, possum, skunk, and raccoon are all seen in the park regularly.

      The city of Ramona is minutes away when driving.  You may purchase food and other supplies there.

      Maximum RV length is 40 feet.  All sites have E/W. Several sites will be dedicated as tent sites.  These sites can have three tents, max and two cars.  The water spigots at these sites are unique.  It is housed in a plastic box that sits below ground level.  

      Tent campers, all the sites are gravel.   Your tent will likely be pitched on gravel.  Please bring blow-up mattresses or cots to sleep on, so you are not sleeping on gravel.  Tents should also bring extension cords. 

      At each site there is room for an RV and tow vehicle, or two vehicles.  Extra vehicles can park in the overflow lot for a total of $9, which is paid by GOPS.  The overflow parking lot is NOT close.  It’s located on the opposite side of the campground from our sites, so car camping would NOT be a good choice, please bring a tent.

      Leashed dogs are welcome at $1/night/dog.  Campers will pay for their own dogs upon check-in at the campground. 

      Sites 63 & 69 are ADA sites.  If you have an ADA placard, please let the trip leader know.   

      We will have access to the indoor pavilion and its outdoor picnic area.  It is located in the middle of all our sites.  There is a massive fire pit. The use of that pavilion and its outdoor space was an additional cost that was figured into the cost of this campout.  Typical weather in this area in November is high 73, low 42.

      Cancellation policy: cancel for full refund minus a $10 fees on or before Nov 10th, 2024.

      Dos Picos County Park Campground

      17953 Dos Picos Park Road

      Ramona, CA 92065

      (760) 789-2220 

      Trip Leader Contact: Robert Varga

    • [email protected]

    • (760) 641-9112 text messages only

    Dos Picos Campout Schedule of Events

    Disclaimer: the following schedule is tentative and could change without notice. Check-in and Check-out are set in stone, no changing those.

    Sunday, November 24

    • 2:00 pm - Check-in (please don't arrive early)
    • 6:00 pm – Meet and Greet, in the Pavilion, bring finger food to share if you want.  
    • 7:00 pm – Dinner on your own, but you’ll probably be satiated from grazing the finger food, so join the group fire early!
    • 8:00 pm - group fire, please bring firewood, $6/bundle at the park

    Monday, November 25

    • 7:00 am – coffee by our Bombastic Barista, Mike and a PUMPKIN PANCAKES AND EGGS breakfast in the Pavilion!
    • 10:00 am – local hike somewhere close by
    • 1:00 pm – activity on your own or impromptu group activity
    • 6:00 pm – PotLuck dinner in the Pavilion. 
    • 8:00 pm - group fire, please bring firewood, $6/bundle at the park

    Tuesday, November 26

    • 7:00 am – Coffee by our Bombastic Barista, Mike and continental breakfast items in the Pavilion
    • 10:00 am – local hike somewhere close by
    • 1:00 pm – Special for us: tour and wine tasting of a local vineyard owned by an x-GOSD member and his husband. pocomontana.com
    • 5:00 pm – dinner on your own
    • 6:30 pm - Raffle!!!  $5/ticket or 5 tickets for $20;  see the prize display in the Pavillon. 
    • 8:00 pm - group fire, please bring firewood, $6/bundle at the park

    Wednesday, November 27

    • 7:00 am – Coffee by our Bombastic Barista, Mike and continental breakfast items in the Pavilion
    • 9:00 am - pack up and clean up, say our tearful goodbyes
    • 12:00 pm - Check out

    Have a GREAT Thanksgiving!!







Past events

Thu, March 12, 2026 PS - Camping - Salton Sea - Mecca Beach Campground
Thu, January 08, 2026 PS - Camp - Agua Caliente County Park
Thu, November 13, 2025 PS - Camp - Death Valley 4x4 Plus
Thu, October 16, 2025 San Diego/CORP - 47th All Chapter Conference and Campout
Thu, September 25, 2025 PS - Hike / Bike Planning Meeting Sept 25
Thu, September 18, 2025 PS - Trip Planning for 2026
Thu, September 04, 2025 PS - Camp - Mammoth Lakes - Old Shady Rest
Mon, August 11, 2025 PS - Camping - Barton Flats
Thu, July 17, 2025 PS - Camp - Sweetwater Summit and San Diego Pride
Sun, June 15, 2025 PS - Guajome Park in Oceanside, CA Campout
Wed, April 16, 2025 LA- Camping: Central Coast & Morro Bay
Thu, March 13, 2025 PS - Camping - Salton Sea - Mecca Beach Campground
Sun, January 12, 2025 PS - Camp - Organ Pipe Cactus National Monument
Sun, November 24, 2024 PS- Dos Picos County Park Campout
Mon, November 04, 2024 PS - Blair Valley Off Grid Camping
Thu, October 17, 2024 LA/CORP - 46th All Chapter CampOut and Conference
Tue, September 24, 2024 PS - Speaker Series - Darin Furry: Interested in the RV Lifestyle?
Thu, September 19, 2024 PS -Camp - Mammoth Lakes - Old Shady Rest
Tue, September 17, 2024 PS - Hike / Bike Planning Meeting Sept 17
Thu, September 12, 2024 PS - Trip Planning Sept 12
Mon, August 12, 2024 PS - Camping - Barton Flats San Bernardino NF
Fri, August 09, 2024 OCLB - Perseid Meteor Shower! One Night Only Campout! Shady Cove Group Camp
Thu, July 18, 2024 PS - Camp - Sweetwater Summit and San Diego Pride
Sun, June 16, 2024 PS - Guajome Park in Oceanside, CA Campout
Mon, June 03, 2024 PS - East Flats Off Grid Camping
Thu, May 09, 2024 PS - Hurkey Creek Campground
Wed, April 17, 2024 PS - Hike / Bike Planning Meeting April 17
Tue, April 09, 2024 PS - Cottonwood Campground Joshua Tree NP
Sat, April 06, 2024 PS - Off-Grid Camping Meeting
Thu, March 14, 2024 PS - Camping - Salton Sea - Mecca Beach Campground
Fri, February 16, 2024 PS-Camp - Anza-Borrego Desert State Park
Tue, January 16, 2024 PS - Hike / Bike Planning Meeting Jan 16
Thu, January 04, 2024 PS- Camping- 4x4 Plus Salton City
Tue, December 05, 2023 PS - Camping Rancho Jurupa - Festival of Lights
Fri, October 20, 2023 PS/CORP - 45th All Chapter Campout and Conference - Lake Perris
Mon, October 02, 2023 PS - Hike / Bike Planning Meeting Oct 2
Thu, September 21, 2023 PS-Camping - Hearst Castle - San Simeon State Park
Wed, August 30, 2023 PS - Trip Planning Aug 30
Fri, August 18, 2023 PS - Skyline Group and Heart Bar Camps
Thu, July 13, 2023 PS - Camp - Sweetwater Summit and San Diego Pride
Fri, June 23, 2023 PS - William Heise San Diego County Park
Thu, May 11, 2023 PS - Hurkey Creek Campground
Tue, May 02, 2023 PS - Hike / Bike Planning Meeting May 02
Thu, April 13, 2023 PS -Camping - Joshua Tree - Blackrock
Mon, March 27, 2023 PS - Death Valley 4x4
Thu, March 16, 2023 PS - Salton Sea - Mecca Beach Campground
Sun, February 12, 2023 PS - Stagecoach Trails - Anza Borrego
Thu, January 19, 2023 PS - Quartzite Sports, Vacation & RV Rally
Thu, December 01, 2022 PS - Hike / Bike Planning Meeting Dec 01
Sun, November 20, 2022 PS - Dos Picos County Park
Fri, October 14, 2022 OCLB/CORP - 44th Annual All Chapter Conference Registration
Wed, October 05, 2022 PS - Hike / Bike Planning
Sun, October 02, 2022 PS - Trip Planning Meeting Oct 2
Fri, September 23, 2022 PS - OAK GLEN CAMPING
Wed, August 31, 2022 PS - Trip Planning Aug 31
Sun, August 14, 2022 PS - Barton Flats Oso Group Camp
Sun, July 10, 2022 PS - Camping - Idyllwild Regional Park
Sun, June 12, 2022 PS - Guajome Campout
Thu, May 12, 2022 PS - Sequoia Park Three Rivers CA
Sun, April 10, 2022 PS - Cottonwood Campground Joshua Tree NP
Wed, March 16, 2022 PS - Hike / Bike Planning Meeting Wed March 16 at 6pm
Thu, March 10, 2022 PS - Campout - Agua Caliente County Park
Thu, February 17, 2022 PS - Salton Sea - Mecca Beach Campground
Tue, December 21, 2021 PS - Hike / Bike Planning
Mon, November 15, 2021 PS - Joshua Tree Park Ryan Camp
Tue, October 12, 2021 PS - Hike / Bike Planning
Thu, October 07, 2021 PS - Camp: Lone Pine/Western Film Festival
Mon, October 04, 2021 PS - Trip Planning For 2022
Mon, September 13, 2021 PS - Trip Planning For 2022
Thu, September 09, 2021 PS - Silent Valley Camp Resort Campout
Tue, September 07, 2021 PS - Trip Planning For 2022
Tue, July 20, 2021 PS - Camping - Idyllwild Regional Park
Sun, June 06, 2021 PS - Camping - Barton Flats
Thu, April 15, 2021 OCLB - Caspers Wilderness Car Camp
Thu, September 17, 2020 PS/SBVC - CANCELLED - Hearst San Simeon SP
Fri, August 07, 2020 PS - Cancelled - Big Bear Barton Flats
Thu, July 23, 2020 PS - Death Valley Pt 2 - Virtual Tour
Sun, July 12, 2020 PS - Mono Hot Springs Resort
Sun, July 12, 2020 PS - Cancelled - Rock Creek Tent Camping
Thu, July 09, 2020 PS - Death Valley Pt 1 - Virtual Tour
Fri, June 12, 2020 PS - Name That Campout-Jeopardy
Sun, June 07, 2020 PS - CANCELLED - Guajone Regional Park, Oceanside
Thu, May 28, 2020 PS - Staycamp -Saline Valley - Virtual Tour
Fri, May 15, 2020 PS - Staycamp - Lake Perris Virtual
Fri, May 15, 2020 CANCELLED - CORP - Lake Perris Jamboree
Fri, May 01, 2020 PS - Yosemite High Sierra Camps - Virtual Tour
Wed, April 29, 2020 PS - Deep Creek Hot Springs - Virtual Tour
Wed, April 22, 2020 PS - Earth Day 50 Years - Wild and Scenic Short Films
Thu, April 16, 2020 PS - Virtual- Joshua Tree NP (Cottonwood Campground)
Thu, April 16, 2020 PS - Cottonwood Campground Joshua Tree NP
Mon, March 30, 2020 PS - Cancelled - Emma Wood State Beach Campout
Thu, March 12, 2020 PS - Organ Pipe Cactus
Tue, February 11, 2020 PS - Ski Outing Big Bear
Thu, February 06, 2020 PS - Salton Sea - Mecca Beach Campground
Sat, December 28, 2019 PS - Tecopa Hot Springs 28 December 2019
Thu, November 14, 2019 PS - Kartchner Caverns
Thu, October 24, 2019 PS - Joshua Tree NP (Black Rock Campground)
Fri, October 11, 2019 SBVC/CORP - 41st Annual GO Conference, Jamboree & Campout
Thu, September 26, 2019 PS - Silent Valley Camp Resort
Wed, September 18, 2019 PS - Trip Planning For 2020
Fri, July 12, 2019 PS - Silverwood Lake - Cancelled
Sat, June 22, 2019 PS - Mt Baldy Hike and Camp
Sun, June 09, 2019 PS - Big Bear (Serrano Campground)
Sat, June 01, 2019 PS - Mt Baldy Hike and Camp
Wed, May 15, 2019 PS - Snow Canyon-St. George Utah
Sun, May 12, 2019 PS - Hurkey Creek Campout (Idyllwild)
Thu, April 11, 2019 PS - Joshua Tree NP (Cottonwood Campground)
Thu, March 14, 2019 PS - Dos Pico County Park, Ramona
Thu, March 14, 2019 PS- Camping - Dos Picos Park, Ramona, 14 March 2019
Sat, March 09, 2019 PS - CHUCKWALLA BENCH CAMPING 9 March 2019
Fri, December 28, 2018 New Year's Eve Campout (4 Nights/5 Days) 2018
Fri, December 21, 2018 PS - TECOPA HOT SPRINGS 21 December 2018
Thu, November 08, 2018 PS - So. Arizona - Catalina State Park 8 Nov 2018
Sun, October 28, 2018 PS - JOSHUA TREE PARK - JUMBO ROCKS CAMP
Fri, October 12, 2018 ANNUAL CONFERENCE - 40TH ANNIVERSARY 2018
Fri, September 21, 2018 PS - OAK GLEN RETREAT - CAMP 21 September 2018
Tue, August 14, 2018 PS - Idyllwild Park Camping
Tue, August 14, 2018 PS - IDYLLWILD CAMPING 14 August 2018
Thu, July 26, 2018 PS - WHITNEY PORTAL ALABAMA HILLS 26 July 2018
Fri, July 13, 2018 PS - Sweetwater Regional Park Camping
Sun, June 17, 2018 PS - Big Bear Serrano 17 June 2018
Thu, May 17, 2018 PS- Zion National Park, Watchman Campground 17 May 2018
Thu, December 28, 2017 PS - TECOPA HOT SPRINGS 28 December 2017
Thu, November 16, 2017 PS Death Valley 2017 Nove16

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