Desert Trails Hiking Club leads hikes in and around the Coachella Valley

REQUIREMENTS: Register with the listed hike leader not more than one week in advance between the hours of 8:00 am - 8:00 pm. Bring proper hiking gear, i.e., boots, windbreaker/rain gear, gloves, hat, sunscreen, etc., 1-4 quarts of water and whatever else the hike leader asks you to bring. Good hiking boots are mandatory. Please notify the hike leader if you cannot make a hike for which you have registered. Remember to be punctual at the meeting place or you will be left behind. If you choose not to finish a hike, you must sign out.

NFAP: A National Forest Adventure Pass (NFAP) is required on some hikes. A NFAP may be purchased at the BLM Visitors Center on Hwy 74, at all Big 5 Sporting Goods, or any National Forest Ranger Station. The National Park Service’s Golden Age Passport or Golden Eagle Passport is accepted in National Forests in lieu of a NFAP.

CARPOOLING: Ride sharing is required for some hikes. The suggested contribution is $1.00/per 10 miles to be given to the driver for gas, cleaning and maintenance of the vehicle.

Tues Oct. 6 7:00 a.m. South Ridge to Tahquitz Peak (Idyllwild); Strenuous; 7 miles; 2000 ft; NFAP; Stunning views and mountain terrain; Carl 760-321-7759

Tues Oct. 6 4:00-6:00 p.m. OCTOBER SOCIAL at Piero's Acqua Pazza at The River in Rancho Mirage; This popular spot offers Happy Hour menu and drinks for which you pay as you order. RSVP by EVITE; for members without email, please RSVP by calling Dee 760-346-3288 or Jane 760-340-3539 by Oct. 1.

Thurs Oct. 8 8:00 a.m. Deer Springs to Suicide Rock (Idyllwild); Moderate; 7 miles; 1700 ft; Legends say that an Indian maiden and her lover jumped to their deaths here. Lunch after in Idyllwild; Jane 760-340-3539

Sun Oct. 11 8:00 a.m. San Jacinto Peak (PS Tram); Strenuous; 12 miles; 2400 ft; Tram fee; spectacular hiking high in the mountains; Carl 760-321-7759

Tues Oct. 13 8:00 a.m. Cedar Springs (Garner Valley); Moderate; 5 miles; 1500 ft; Hike to the PCT for great views of rugged hillsides and a peek at our valley; Rochelle 760-399-5986

Wed Oct. 14 7:30 a.m. Murray Hill Loop (Palm Springs); Strenuous; 8 miles; 2200 ft; Some off-trail and a little scrambling on this iconic hike above the valley; Carl 760-321-7759 FAST PACED WEDNESDAY WALLABY HIKE

Thurs Oct. 15 9:30 a.m. Hopalong Cassidy Loop (Palm Desert); Moderate; 4 miles; 800 ft; Rediscover this close-in trail named for a famous cowboy actor; Jane 760-340-3539

Sat Oct. 17 7:30 a.m. Hiking 101—Your First Desert Hike (Rancho Mirage); Easy; 4 miles; 400 ft; A nice introduction to the joys of desert hiking with tips on how to prepare and plan; Carl 760-321-7759

Sun Oct. 18 9:00 a.m. Round Valley Loop (PS Tram); Moderate; 6 miles; 600 ft; Tram fee; Enjoy the scent of piney air amid the cool mountains with lunch at a scenic spot; Darrol 760-288-0312

Tues Oct. 20 10:00 a.m. La Quinta Overlook (La Quinta); Moderate; 3 miles; 800 ft; Fabulous views from a little mountain high over the La Quinta cove; Rochelle 760-399-5986

Wed Oct. 21 7:00 a.m. San Jacinto Peak via Devil's Slide (Idyllwild); Strenuous; 16 miles; 4300 ft; A gorgeous hike and a rigorous cardio workout; Jane 760-340-3539 FAST PACED WEDNESDAY WALLABY HIKE

Sat Oct. 24 9:00 a.m. Big Morongo Canyon (Morongo Valley); Easy; 6 miles; 300 ft; Shuttle hike between Morongo Valley and Desert Hot Springs with more downhill than uphill; picnic after; Rich and Vera 719-337-4260

Sun Oct. 25 8:00 a.m. Joshua Tree Loop (JTNP); Moderate; 8 miles; 1000 ft; Entry fee; See mushroom and Samuelson's Rocks; some off-trail; Carl 760-321-7759

Sun Oct. 25 7:30 a.m. Carrizo Canyon and Dead Indian Canyon (Palm Desert); Easy/Moderate; Distance and elevation gain vary depending on whether both or only one is hiked; Enjoy this opportunity to explore the area before its seasonal closure; Suzanne 760-636-0322

Tues Oct. 27 10:00 a.m. Tram to Idyllwild (PS Tram); Moderate; 9 miles; 600 ft up/2400 ft down; Shuttle and tram fee; Enjoy the mountains without the rigor of all that elevation gain! Rochelle 760-399-5986

Wed Oct. 28 7:30 a.m. PCT to Fuller Ridge (Snow Creek); Strenuous; 16 miles; 6000 ft; shuttle req'd; Check out this stretch of the historic Pacific Crest Trail passing through many plant life zones; Carl 760-321-7759 FAST PACED WEDNESDAY WALLABY HIKE

Thurs Oct. 29 1:00 p.m. Magnesia Falls (Rancho Mirage); Strenuous; 5 miles; 400 ft; Strenuous due to rock climbing of amazing dry waterfalls; Rich and Vera 719-337-4260

Sat Oct. 31 Daybreak hike to Lost Palms Oasis from Cottonwood Campground; Moderate; 8 miles; 400 ft; Entry fee; Carl 760-321-7759

Sun Nov. 1 Covington Loop (Joshua Tree NP); Moderate; 6 miles; 500 ft; Trail loops through mixed topography with large Joshua trees and a beautiful canyon; Café lunch after; Rich and Vera 719-337-4260

Tues Nov. 3 4:00-6:00 p.m. NOVEMBER SOCIAL at Lamppost Pizza, 78-772 Hwy 111 La Quinta; Enjoy delicious food in a casual atmosphere; RSVP via EVITE by October29; those without email please RSVP to Verna 760-772-5009 by October 29

Wed Nov. 4 8:00 a.m. Pacific Coast Trail North of Hwy 74 (Garner Valley); Strenuous; 12 miles; 1500 ft; Hike part of the famous national trail; John G. 760-469-2791 FAST PACED WEDNESDAY WALLABY HIKE

Thurs Nov. 5 8:00 a.m. Carrizo Canyon and Dead Indian Canyon (Palm Desert); Easy/Moderate; Distance and elevation gain vary depending on whether both or only one is hiked; Enjoy this opportunity to explore the area before its seasonal closure; Suzanne 760-636-0322

Sat Nov. 7 8:00 a.m. North Lykken (Palm Springs); Moderate; 3 miles; 900 ft; Hike to the tables for great views of Palm Springs; Jonelle 760-341-0632

Sat Nov. 7 8:00 a.m. Earl Henderson Trail (Palm Springs); Easy; 4 miles, 400 ft; Reward yourself with beautiful views of Palm Springs and the San Jacinto Mountains on this short, easy trail; Darrol 760-288-0312

Sun Nov. 8 8:00 a.m. Pipes Canyon Loop (Pioneertown); Moderate; 8 miles; 1000 ft; Explore a canyon which had a major wildfire several years ago with naturalist Tom Kayne, some off-trail; Carl 760-321-7759

Tues Nov. 10 8:00 a.m. South Lykken (Palm Springs); Moderate; 4 miles; 1000 ft; Hike above Palm Springs for good views and a good workout; Jonelle 760-341-0632

Wed Nov. 11 8:00 a.m. Thomas Mt. via Toolbox Springs (Garner Valley); Strenuous; 12 miles; 2300 ft; Hike through ribbonwoods, oaks and pines with views of Garner and Anza valleys; Christy 760-469-2791 FAST PACED WEDNESDAY WALLABY HIKE

Wed Nov. 11 8:00 a.m. Oswit Canyon (Palm Springs); Easy; 3 miles; 600 ft; Great wildflowers in the spring and possible waterfall in winter; Ed 760-770-2800

Thurs Nov. 12 8:00 a.m. Lower Carrizo Canyon (Palm Desert); Moderate; 4.5 miles; 400 ft; Hike includes the west fork to the grotto, some boulder scrambling, dry waterfalls, and one 20' waterfall that can be wet; enjoy this wildlife preserve only 3 months a year; Larry 760-285-1568

Sat Nov. 14 8:00 a.m. Deer Springs to Suicide Rock (Idyllwild); Moderate; 7 miles; 1700 ft; Legends say that an Indian maiden and her lover jumped to their deaths here; lunch afterward; John T. 760-832-9396

Sun Nov. 15 8:00 a.m. San Jacinto Peak (PS Tram); Strenuous; 12 miles; 2400 ft; Tram fee; spectacular hiking high in the mountains; Carl 760-321-7759

Sun Nov. 15 8:00 a.m. 49 Palms Oasis and Morongo Preserve (High Desert); Easy/moderate; 5 miles; 1280 ft; These trails take us through two very different oases including descent through a scenic canyon and barrel cactus "garden"; Café lunch after; Rich and Vera 719-337-4260

Sun Nov. 15 Special Educational Presentation by the Cahuilla Band of Indians; organized by CVHC; Learn how the Cahuillas survived the hot summers, converted almost every edible plant part to food, discover medicinal properties of the local plants and much more. Location: Outdoor Resort; $5.00 includes light dinner. Bring your beverage of choice. 4:00-7:00 PM

Tues Nov. 17 7:30 a.m. Art Smith-Hopalong-Schey Loop (Palm Desert); Moderate; 7 miles; 1700 ft; Hike above the Big Horn Country Club; B&G afterwards; Carl 760-321-7759

Tues Nov. 17 8:00 a.m. Harvey's Trail (CV Preserve); Moderate; 7 miles; 1000 ft; Short shuttle req'd; Coachella Valley Preserve's newest trail overlooking spectacularly eroded Moon Country and the San Andreas Fault; Larry 760-285-1568

Wed Nov. 18 8:00 a.m. Spitler Peak Plus (Garner Valley); Strenuous; 11 miles; 2600 ft.; Gorgeous views and some stretches of shade; Carl 760-321-7759 FAST PACED WEDNESDAY WALLABY HIKE

Thurs Nov. 19 8:00 a.m. Ladder/Painted Canyon (Mecca); Moderate; 5 miles; 600 ft; A "must see" venture through narrow canyons accessed by ladders; Poul and Birgit 206-567-3490

Sat Nov. 21 8:00 a.m. Coffman Loop (Palm Springs); Easy; 4 miles; 500 ft; Entry fee; A delightful way to get acquainted with beautiful Indian Canyons; John T. 760-832-9396

Sun Nov. 22 9:00 a.m. Carey's Castle (Joshua Tree NP); Strenuous; 8 miles; 1400 ft; Boulder scrambling to a prospector's abandoned home; strange and exquisite rock formations; Darrol 760-288-0312

Tues Nov. 24 8:00 a.m. Boo Hoff (La Quinta); Strenuous; 9 miles; 1650 ft; Impressive vistas of the Salton Sea Basin; Kim 775-338-0221

Wed Nov. 25 8:00 a.m. Halfway up Skyline (Palm Springs); Strenuous; 10 miles; 4000 ft; A relentless climb to the mountain peaks; John G. 760-469-2791 FAST PACED WEDNESDAY WALLABY HIKE

Wed Nov. 25 8:00 a.m. Ladder/Painted Canyon (Mecca); Moderate; 5 miles; 600 ft; A "must see" venture through narrow canyons accessed by ladders; Poul and Birgit 206-567-3490

Thurs Nov. 26 8:00 a.m. Cathedral Canyon (Cathedral City); Moderate; 4 miles; 1000 ft; Explore the lands above the cove and work up an appetite for your holiday feast; Rochelle 760-399-5986

Sat Nov. 28 8:00 a.m. Willis Palms (CV Preserve); Easy; 4 miles; 400 ft; Great views and an oasis; Christy 760-469-2791

Sun Nov. 29 8:00 a.m. Palm Canyon Medley (Palm Springs); Moderate; 6.5 miles; 600 ft; Entry fee; Explore the lovely trails of the Indian Canyons enjoying varied terrain and vegetation with several dry waterfalls. Great views within and over Palm Canyon and a terrific descent of a side canyon; Larry 760-285-1568

Tues Dec. 1 8:00 a.m. Magnesia Falls (Rancho Mirage); Strenuous; 5 miles; 400 ft; Strenuous due to rock climbing of amazing dry waterfalls; (sign up after 3 p.m. Sunday 11/29) Chris 760-340-5016

Tues Dec. 1 8:00 a.m. Horsethief Creek (Pinyon); Moderate; 5 miles; 1200 ft; Trail leads through chaparral flora, past corrals used by horsethieves, and on to a creek where horses watered; Kim 775-338-0221

Wed Dec. 2 8:00 a.m. Murray Hill via Garstin (Palm Springs); Strenuous; 8 miles; 2000 ft; A not-so-little hill overlooking the valley; Jane 760-340-3539 FAST PACED WEDNESDAY WALLABY HIKE

Wed Dec. 2 8:00 a.m. Pushawalla Palms (CV Preserve); Moderate; 6 miles; 800 ft.; Hike on an earthquake fault to a lush palm oasis; Ed 760-770-2800

Thurs Dec. 3 8:00 a.m. Hellhole Canyon (Anza Borrego SP); Moderate; 6 miles; 1000 ft.; Explore the canyon and find the grotto; Poul and Birgit 206-567-3490

Sat Dec. 5 8:00 a.m. Eagle Canyon Discovery (Cathedral City); Moderate; 8 miles; 1000 ft; Rock scramble to dry waterfalls; return to hidden palms; John T. 760-832-9396

Sat Dec. 5 8:00 a.m. West Fork to Andreas Canyon (Palm Springs); Strenuous; 8 miles; 2400 ft; Entry fee; shuttle required; Fabulous hike above Palm Canyon with varied terrain and views; John G. 760-469-2791

Sun Dec. 6 9:00 a.m. Andreas and Murray Canyons (Palm Springs); Easy or Moderate; distance and elevation gain dependent on routes chosen; an easy way to explore up to two beautiful canyons in historic Indian Canyons;

Sun Dec. 6 9:00 a.m. Big Horn Overlook (Palm Desert); Moderate; 4 miles; 800 ft; Fantastic views of the desert cities; Jonelle 760-341-0632

Tues Dec. 8 8:00 a.m. Calcite Mine (Anza-Borrego SP); Moderate; 7 miles; 600 ft; Hike to a World War II mine and slot canyons with fabulous views of California's biggest state park; Rochelle 760-399-5986.

Wed Dec. 9 8:00 a.m. Art Smith to Dunn Road (Palm Desert); Strenuous; 17 miles; 3350 ft; Panoramic views of the valley with palm oases and awe-inspiring canyons; Christy 760-469-2791 FAST PACED WEDNESDAY WALLABY HIKE

Thurs Dec. 10 8:00 a.m. PCT South from WW Preserve (WW Preserve); Moderate; 7 miles; 1300 ft; car shuttle planned; Gorgeous plant life, rolling hills and picturesque territorial views on this through hike on the historic Pacific Crest Trail; Chris 760-340-5016

Sat Dec. 12 8:00 a.m. Portrero Trail (Palm Springs); Moderate/Strenuous; 10 miles; 900 ft; Entry fee; Take the trail to the second crossing; hike up Palm Canyon, crossing Palm Creek twice and complete the loop on the Palm Canyon Jeep Trail; Larry 760-285-1568

Sat Dec. 12 8:00 a.m. Joshua Tree Medley (Joshua Tree NP); Easy; 4 miles; 400 ft; Historical hike exploring the colorful mining and ranching of the area; Café lunch after; Rich and Vera 719-337-4260

Sun Dec. 13 8:00 a.m. Garstin-Shannon-Henderson Loop (Palm Springs); Moderate; 5 miles; 1000 ft; Energetic climb to desert meadows with mountain views and some wash walking; Andy 206-388-7976

Tues Dec. 15 8:00 a.m. Lost Palms Oasis (Joshua Tree NP); Moderate; 7 miles; 600 ft; Entry fee; A magical oasis on the east side of JTNP; Kim 775-338-0221

Wed Dec. 16 8:00 a.m. South Palm Canyon (Pinyon Pines); Strenuous; 12 miles; 2000 ft; shuttle req'd; Rigorous hike through chaparral and canyon country; Christy 760-469-2791 FAST PACED WEDNESDAY WALLABY HIKE

Wed Dec. 16 8:00 a.m. Chuckwalla Loop (Rancho Mirage); Moderate; 6 miles; 1000 ft; Close-in views of the valley; Ed 760-770-2800

Thurs Dec. 17 8:00 a.m. Pushawalla Palms (CV Preserve); Moderate; 6 miles; 800 ft.; Hike on an earthquake fault to a lush palm oasis; Chris 760-340-5016

Sat Dec. 19 8:00 a.m. West Fork (Palm Springs); Moderate; 5 miles; 1800 ft; Entry fee; Steady uphill to a green oasis at a flowing creek; John T. 760-832-9396

Sat Dec. 19 8:00 a.m. Water Tank-Wildhorse-Garstin Loop (Palm Springs); Moderate; 5 miles; 1400 ft; Excellent track but several sections of loose gravel, a steep uphill climb, and a long descent; Larry 760-285-1568

Sun Dec. 20 8:00 a.m. Araby-Eagle Canyon Loop (Palm Springs); Moderate; 7 miles; 2000 ft; Hike by Bob Hope's house and then into a lush canyon; John G. 760-469-2791

Sun Dec. 20 8:00 a.m. Black Rock/Two Loops (Joshua Tree NP); Moderate; 6 miles; 600 ft; Diverse vegetation and great views; Café lunch after; Rich and Vera 719-337-4260

Tues Dec. 22 9:00 a.m. Everett's Chocolate Drop (Desert Hot Springs); Moderate; 5 miles; Moderate; 1000 ft; Short off-trail section to this unusual rock formation; Rochelle 760-399-5986

Wed Dec. 23 8:00 a.m. Bear Creek Ridge Oasis (La Quinta); Strenuous; 9 miles; 2500 ft; Hike to a hidden oasis above La Quinta; Jane 760-340-3539 FAST PACED WEDNESDAY WALLABY HIKE

Sun Dec. 27 8:00 a.m. Ladder/Painted Canyon (Mecca); Moderate; 5 miles; 600 ft; A "must see" venture through narrow canyons accessed by ladders; Café lunch after; Rich and Vera 719-337-4260

Tues Dec. 29 8:00 a.m. Eisenhower Loop (Palm Desert); Moderate; 5 miles; 900 ft; Fee for those who are not members of the Living Desert; Andy 206-388-7976

Thurs Dec. 31 8:00 a.m. ANNUAL ART SMITH HIKE AND POTLUCK; Easy hike led by Poul and Birgit; moderate led by Rich and Vera; strenuous led by Jane; choose your level that morning. Bring your favorite potluck dish to share. Nonalcoholic beverages and plates, napkins, and so forth provided by club. Say good bye to 2009 with friends and festivity.


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	Desert Trails Hiking Club Oct/Nov/Dec 2009 Box 10401, Palm Desert, CA 92255 Web Site: www.DesertTrailsHiking.com E-mail: deserttrails2000@yahoo.com REQUIREMENTS: Register with the listed hike leader not more than one week in advance between the hours of 8:00 am - 8:00 pm. Bring proper hiking gear, i.e., boots, windbreaker/rain gear, gloves, hat, sunscreen, etc., 1-4 quarts of water and whatever else the hike leader asks you to bring. Good hiking boots are mandatory. Please notify the hike leader if you cannot make a hike for which you have registered. Remember to be punctual at the meeting place or you will be left behind. If you choose not to finish a hike, you must sign out. NFAP: A National Forest Adventure Pass (NFAP) is required on some hikes. A NFAP may be purchased at the BLM Visitors Center on Hwy 74, at all Big 5 Sporting Goods, or any National Forest Ranger Station. The National Park Service’s Golden Age Passport or Golden Eagle Passport is accepted in National Forests in lieu of a NFAP. CARPOOLING: Ride sharing is required for some hikes. The suggested contribution is $1.00/per 10 miles to be given to the driver for gas, cleaning and maintenance of the vehicle. NON-MEMBERS: Guests are charged a $5 guest fee per person per hike. HIKING LEVELS: EASY: 0-500 ft. accumulated elevation gain; typically 3-6 miles. MODERATE: 500-1800 ft. accumulated elevation gain; typically 6-10 miles. STRENUOUS: 1800-5000 ft. accumulated elevation gain; typically longer than 8 miles. Note: Rock scrambling or difficult footing may upgrade the difficulty level of a hike. Thurs Oct. 1 Last day to RSVP for October social Tues Oct. 6 7:00 a.m. South Ridge to Tahquitz Peak (Idyllwild); Strenuous; 7 miles; 2000 ft; NFAP; Stunning views and mountain terrain; Carl 760-321-7759 Tues Oct. 6 4:00-6:00 p.m. OCTOBER SOCIAL at Piero's Acqua Pazza at The River in Rancho Mirage; This popular spot offers Happy Hour menu and drinks for which you pay as you order. RSVP by EVITE; for members without email, please RSVP by calling Dee 760-346-3288 or Jane 760-340-3539 by Oct. 1. Thurs Oct. 8 8:00 a.m. Deer Springs to Suicide Rock (Idyllwild); Moderate; 7 miles; 1700 ft; Legends say that an Indian maiden and her lover jumped to their deaths here. Lunch after in Idyllwild; Jane 760-340-3539 Sun Oct. 11 8:00 a.m. San Jacinto Peak (PS Tram); Strenuous; 12 miles; 2400 ft; Tram fee; spectacular hiking high in the mountains; Carl 760-321-7759 Tues Oct. 13 8:00 a.m. Cedar Springs (Garner Valley); Moderate; 5 miles; 1500 ft; Hike to the PCT for great views of rugged hillsides and a peek at our valley; Rochelle 760-399-5986 Wed Oct. 14 7:30 a.m. Murray Hill Loop (Palm Springs); Strenuous; 8 miles; 2200 ft; Some off-trail and a little scrambling on this iconic hike above the valley; Carl 760-321-7759 FAST PACED WEDNESDAY WALLABY HIKE Thurs Oct. 15 9:30 a.m. Hopalong Cassidy Loop (Palm Desert); Moderate; 4 miles; 800 ft; Rediscover this close-in trail named for a famous cowboy actor; Jane 760-340-3539 Sat Oct. 17 7:30 a.m. Hiking 101—Your First Desert Hike (Rancho Mirage); Easy; 4 miles; 400 ft; A nice introduction to the joys of desert hiking with tips on how to prepare and plan; Carl 760-321-7759 Sun Oct. 18 9:00 a.m. Round Valley Loop (PS Tram); Moderate; 6 miles; 600 ft; Tram fee; Enjoy the scent of piney air amid the cool mountains with lunch at a scenic spot; Darrol 760-288-0312 Tues Oct. 20 10:00 a.m. La Quinta Overlook (La Quinta); Moderate; 3 miles; 800 ft; Fabulous views from a little mountain high over the La Quinta cove; Rochelle 760-399-5986 Wed Oct. 21 7:00 a.m. San Jacinto Peak via Devil's Slide (Idyllwild); Strenuous; 16 miles; 4300 ft; A gorgeous hike and a rigorous cardio workout; Jane 760-340-3539 FAST PACED WEDNESDAY WALLABY HIKE Sat Oct. 24 9:00 a.m. Big Morongo Canyon (Morongo Valley); Easy; 6 miles; 300 ft; Shuttle hike between Morongo Valley and Desert Hot Springs with more downhill than uphill; picnic after; Rich and Vera 719-337-4260 Sun Oct. 25 8:00 a.m. Joshua Tree Loop (JTNP); Moderate; 8 miles; 1000 ft; Entry fee; See mushroom and Samuelson's Rocks; some off-trail; Carl 760-321-7759 Sun Oct. 25 7:30 a.m. Carrizo Canyon and Dead Indian Canyon (Palm Desert); Easy/Moderate; Distance and elevation gain vary depending on whether both or only one is hiked; Enjoy this opportunity to explore the area before its seasonal closure; Suzanne 760-636-0322 Tues Oct. 27 10:00 a.m. Tram to Idyllwild (PS Tram); Moderate; 9 miles; 600 ft up/2400 ft down; Shuttle and tram fee; Enjoy the mountains without the rigor of all that elevation gain! Rochelle 760-399-5986 Wed Oct. 28 7:30 a.m. PCT to Fuller Ridge (Snow Creek); Strenuous; 16 miles; 6000 ft; shuttle req'd; Check out this stretch of the historic Pacific Crest Trail passing through many plant life zones; Carl 760-321-7759 FAST PACED WEDNESDAY WALLABY HIKE Thurs Oct. 29 1:00 p.m. Magnesia Falls (Rancho Mirage); Strenuous; 5 miles; 400 ft; Strenuous due to rock climbing of amazing dry waterfalls; Rich and Vera 719-337-4260 Thurs Oct. 29 Last day to RSVP for November social Fri Oct. 30 Car Camp Trip to Cottonwood Campground (Joshua Tree NP); Entry fee; Carl 760-321-7759 Sat Oct. 31 Daybreak hike to Lost Palms Oasis from Cottonwood Campground; Moderate; 8 miles; 400 ft; Entry fee; Carl 760-321-7759 Sun Nov. 1 Covington Loop (Joshua Tree NP); Moderate; 6 miles; 500 ft; Trail loops through mixed topography with large Joshua trees and a beautiful canyon; Café lunch after; Rich and Vera 719-337-4260 Tues Nov. 3 4:00-6:00 p.m. NOVEMBER SOCIAL at Lamppost Pizza, 78-772 Hwy 111 La Quinta; Enjoy delicious food in a casual atmosphere; RSVP via EVITE by October29; those without email please RSVP to Verna 760-772-5009 by October 29 Wed Nov. 4 8:00 a.m. Pacific Coast Trail North of Hwy 74 (Garner Valley); Strenuous; 12 miles; 1500 ft; Hike part of the famous national trail; John G. 760-469-2791 FAST PACED WEDNESDAY WALLABY HIKE Thurs Nov. 5 8:00 a.m. Carrizo Canyon and Dead Indian Canyon (Palm Desert); Easy/Moderate; Distance and elevation gain vary depending on whether both or only one is hiked; Enjoy this opportunity to explore the area before its seasonal closure; Suzanne 760-636-0322 Sat Nov. 7 8:00 a.m. North Lykken (Palm Springs); Moderate; 3 miles; 900 ft; Hike to the tables for great views of Palm Springs; Jonelle 760-341-0632 Sat Nov. 7 8:00 a.m. Earl Henderson Trail (Palm Springs); Easy; 4 miles, 400 ft; Reward yourself with beautiful views of Palm Springs and the San Jacinto Mountains on this short, easy trail; Darrol 760-288-0312 Sun Nov. 8 8:00 a.m. Pipes Canyon Loop (Pioneertown); Moderate; 8 miles; 1000 ft; Explore a canyon which had a major wildfire several years ago with naturalist Tom Kayne, some off-trail; Carl 760-321-7759 Tues Nov. 10 8:00 a.m. South Lykken (Palm Springs); Moderate; 4 miles; 1000 ft; Hike above Palm Springs for good views and a good workout; Jonelle 760-341-0632 Wed Nov. 11 8:00 a.m. Thomas Mt. via Toolbox Springs (Garner Valley); Strenuous; 12 miles; 2300 ft; Hike through ribbonwoods, oaks and pines with views of Garner and Anza valleys; Christy 760-469-2791 FAST PACED WEDNESDAY WALLABY HIKE Wed Nov. 11 8:00 a.m. Oswit Canyon (Palm Springs); Easy; 3 miles; 600 ft; Great wildflowers in the spring and possible waterfall in winter; Ed 760-770-2800 Thurs Nov. 12 8:00 a.m. Lower Carrizo Canyon (Palm Desert); Moderate; 4.5 miles; 400 ft; Hike includes the west fork to the grotto, some boulder scrambling, dry waterfalls, and one 20' waterfall that can be wet; enjoy this wildlife preserve only 3 months a year; Larry 760-285-1568 Sat Nov. 14 8:00 a.m. Deer Springs to Suicide Rock (Idyllwild); Moderate; 7 miles; 1700 ft; Legends say that an Indian maiden and her lover jumped to their deaths here; lunch afterward; John T. 760-832-9396 Sun Nov. 15 8:00 a.m. San Jacinto Peak (PS Tram); Strenuous; 12 miles; 2400 ft; Tram fee; spectacular hiking high in the mountains; Carl 760-321-7759 Sun Nov. 15 8:00 a.m. 49 Palms Oasis and Morongo Preserve (High Desert); Easy/moderate; 5 miles; 1280 ft; These trails take us through two very different oases including descent through a scenic canyon and barrel cactus "garden"; Café lunch after; Rich and Vera 719-337-4260 Sun Nov. 15 Special Educational Presentation by the Cahuilla Band of Indians; organized by CVHC; Learn how the Cahuillas survived the hot summers, converted almost every edible plant part to food, discover medicinal properties of the local plants and much more. Location: Outdoor Resort; $5.00 includes light dinner. Bring your beverage of choice. 4:00-7:00 PM Tues Nov. 17 7:30 a.m. Art Smith-Hopalong-Schey Loop (Palm Desert); Moderate; 7 miles; 1700 ft; Hike above the Big Horn Country Club; B&G afterwards; Carl 760-321-7759 Tues Nov. 17 8:00 a.m. Harvey's Trail (CV Preserve); Moderate; 7 miles; 1000 ft; Short shuttle req'd; Coachella Valley Preserve's newest trail overlooking spectacularly eroded Moon Country and the San Andreas Fault; Larry 760-285-1568 Wed Nov. 18 8:00 a.m. Spitler Peak Plus (Garner Valley); Strenuous; 11 miles; 2600 ft.; Gorgeous views and some stretches of shade; Carl 760-321-7759 FAST PACED WEDNESDAY WALLABY HIKE Thurs Nov. 19 8:00 a.m. Ladder/Painted Canyon (Mecca); Moderate; 5 miles; 600 ft; A "must see" venture through narrow canyons accessed by ladders; Poul and Birgit 206-567-3490 Sat Nov. 21 8:00 a.m. Coffman Loop (Palm Springs); Easy; 4 miles; 500 ft; Entry fee; A delightful way to get acquainted with beautiful Indian Canyons; John T. 760-832-9396 Sun Nov. 22 9:00 a.m. Carey's Castle (Joshua Tree NP); Strenuous; 8 miles; 1400 ft; Boulder scrambling to a prospector's abandoned home; strange and exquisite rock formations; Darrol 760-288-0312 Tues Nov. 24 8:00 a.m. Boo Hoff (La Quinta); Strenuous; 9 miles; 1650 ft; Impressive vistas of the Salton Sea Basin; Kim 775-338-0221 Wed Nov. 25 8:00 a.m. Halfway up Skyline (Palm Springs); Strenuous; 10 miles; 4000 ft; A relentless climb to the mountain peaks; John G. 760-469-2791 FAST PACED WEDNESDAY WALLABY HIKE Wed Nov. 25 8:00 a.m. Ladder/Painted Canyon (Mecca); Moderate; 5 miles; 600 ft; A "must see" venture through narrow canyons accessed by ladders; Poul and Birgit 206-567-3490 Wed Nov. 25 Last day to RSVP for Dec. social Thurs Nov. 26 HAPPY THANKSGIVING DAY Thurs Nov. 26 8:00 a.m. Cathedral Canyon (Cathedral City); Moderate; 4 miles; 1000 ft; Explore the lands above the cove and work up an appetite for your holiday feast; Rochelle 760-399-5986 Sat Nov. 28 8:00 a.m. Willis Palms (CV Preserve); Easy; 4 miles; 400 ft; Great views and an oasis; Christy 760-469-2791 Sun Nov. 29 8:00 a.m. Palm Canyon Medley (Palm Springs); Moderate; 6.5 miles; 600 ft; Entry fee; Explore the lovely trails of the Indian Canyons enjoying varied terrain and vegetation with several dry waterfalls. Great views within and over Palm Canyon and a terrific descent of a side canyon; Larry 760-285-1568 Tues Dec. 1 8:00 a.m. Magnesia Falls (Rancho Mirage); Strenuous; 5 miles; 400 ft; Strenuous due to rock climbing of amazing dry waterfalls; (sign up after 3 p.m. Sunday 11/29) Chris 760-340-5016 Tues Dec. 1 8:00 a.m. Horsethief Creek (Pinyon); Moderate; 5 miles; 1200 ft; Trail leads through chaparral flora, past corrals used by horsethieves, and on to a creek where horses watered; Kim 775-338-0221 Tues Dec. 1 DECEMBER SOCIAL—Leon"s at Indian Canyons Country club---4-6pm Wed Dec. 2 8:00 a.m. Murray Hill via Garstin (Palm Springs); Strenuous; 8 miles; 2000 ft; A not-so-little hill overlooking the valley; Jane 760-340-3539 FAST PACED WEDNESDAY WALLABY HIKE Wed Dec. 2 8:00 a.m. Pushawalla Palms (CV Preserve); Moderate; 6 miles; 800 ft.; Hike on an earthquake fault to a lush palm oasis; Ed 760-770-2800 Thurs Dec. 3 8:00 a.m. Hellhole Canyon (Anza Borrego SP); Moderate; 6 miles; 1000 ft.; Explore the canyon and find the grotto; Poul and Birgit 206-567-3490 Sat Dec. 5 8:00 a.m. Eagle Canyon Discovery (Cathedral City); Moderate; 8 miles; 1000 ft; Rock scramble to dry waterfalls; return to hidden palms; John T. 760-832-9396 Sat Dec. 5 8:00 a.m. West Fork to Andreas Canyon (Palm Springs); Strenuous; 8 miles; 2400 ft; Entry fee; shuttle required; Fabulous hike above Palm Canyon with varied terrain and views; John G. 760-469-2791 Sun Dec. 6 9:00 a.m. Andreas and Murray Canyons (Palm Springs); Easy or Moderate; distance and elevation gain dependent on routes chosen; an easy way to explore up to two beautiful canyons in historic Indian Canyons; Darrol 760-288-0312 Sun Dec. 6 9:00 a.m. Big Horn Overlook (Palm Desert); Moderate; 4 miles; 800 ft; Fantastic views of the desert cities; Jonelle 760-341-0632 Tues Dec. 8 8:00 a.m. Calcite Mine (Anza-Borrego SP); Moderate; 7 miles; 600 ft; Hike to a World War II mine and slot canyons with fabulous views of California's biggest state park; Rochelle 760-399-5986. Wed Dec. 9 8:00 a.m. Art Smith to Dunn Road (Palm Desert); Strenuous; 17 miles; 3350 ft; Panoramic views of the valley with palm oases and awe-inspiring canyons; Christy 760-469-2791 FAST PACED WEDNESDAY WALLABY HIKE Thurs Dec. 10 8:00 a.m. PCT South from WW Preserve (WW Preserve); Moderate; 7 miles; 1300 ft; car shuttle planned; Gorgeous plant life, rolling hills and picturesque territorial views on this through hike on the historic Pacific Crest Trail; Chris 760-340-5016 Sat Dec. 12 8:00 a.m. Portrero Trail (Palm Springs); Moderate/Strenuous; 10 miles; 900 ft; Entry fee; Take the trail to the second crossing; hike up Palm Canyon, crossing Palm Creek twice and complete the loop on the Palm Canyon Jeep Trail; Larry 760-285-1568 Sat Dec. 12 8:00 a.m. Joshua Tree Medley (Joshua Tree NP); Easy; 4 miles; 400 ft; Historical hike exploring the colorful mining and ranching of the area; Café lunch after; Rich and Vera 719-337-4260 Sun Dec. 13 8:00 a.m. Garstin-Shannon-Henderson Loop (Palm Springs); Moderate; 5 miles; 1000 ft; Energetic climb to desert meadows with mountain views and some wash walking; Andy 206-388-7976 Tues Dec. 15 8:00 a.m. Lost Palms Oasis (Joshua Tree NP); Moderate; 7 miles; 600 ft; Entry fee; A magical oasis on the east side of JTNP; Kim 775-338-0221 Wed Dec. 16 8:00 a.m. South Palm Canyon (Pinyon Pines); Strenuous; 12 miles; 2000 ft; shuttle req'd; Rigorous hike through chaparral and canyon country; Christy 760-469-2791 FAST PACED WEDNESDAY WALLABY HIKE Wed Dec. 16 8:00 a.m. Chuckwalla Loop (Rancho Mirage); Moderate; 6 miles; 1000 ft; Close-in views of the valley; Ed 760-770-2800 Thurs Dec. 17 8:00 a.m. Pushawalla Palms (CV Preserve); Moderate; 6 miles; 800 ft.; Hike on an earthquake fault to a lush palm oasis; Chris 760-340-5016 Sat Dec. 19 8:00 a.m. West Fork (Palm Springs); Moderate; 5 miles; 1800 ft; Entry fee; Steady uphill to a green oasis at a flowing creek; John T. 760-832-9396 Sat Dec. 19 8:00 a.m. Water Tank-Wildhorse-Garstin Loop (Palm Springs); Moderate; 5 miles; 1400 ft; Excellent track but several sections of loose gravel, a steep uphill climb, and a long descent; Larry 760-285-1568 Sun Dec. 20 8:00 a.m. Araby-Eagle Canyon Loop (Palm Springs); Moderate; 7 miles; 2000 ft; Hike by Bob Hope's house and then into a lush canyon; John G. 760-469-2791 Sun Dec. 20 8:00 a.m. Black Rock/Two Loops (Joshua Tree NP); Moderate; 6 miles; 600 ft; Diverse vegetation and great views; Café lunch after; Rich and Vera 719-337-4260 Tues Dec. 22 9:00 a.m. Everett's Chocolate Drop (Desert Hot Springs); Moderate; 5 miles; Moderate; 1000 ft; Short off-trail section to this unusual rock formation; Rochelle 760-399-5986 Wed Dec. 23 8:00 a.m. Bear Creek Ridge Oasis (La Quinta); Strenuous; 9 miles; 2500 ft; Hike to a hidden oasis above La Quinta; Jane 760-340-3539 FAST PACED WEDNESDAY WALLABY HIKE Fri Dec. 25 MERRY CHRISTMAS TO ALL Sun Dec. 27 8:00 a.m. Ladder/Painted Canyon (Mecca); Moderate; 5 miles; 600 ft; A "must see" venture through narrow canyons accessed by ladders; Café lunch after; Rich and Vera 719-337-4260 Tues Dec. 29 8:00 a.m. Eisenhower Loop (Palm Desert); Moderate; 5 miles; 900 ft; Fee for those who are not members of the Living Desert; Andy 206-388-7976 Thurs Dec. 31 8:00 a.m. ANNUAL ART SMITH HIKE AND POTLUCK; Easy hike led by Poul and Birgit; moderate led by Rich and Vera; strenuous led by Jane; choose your level that morning. Bring your favorite potluck dish to share. Nonalcoholic beverages and plates, napkins, and so forth provided by club. Say good bye to 2009 with friends and festivity. HAPPY NEW YEAR TO EVERYONE…MAY 2010 BRING YOU HEALTH, HAPPINESS, AND HIKING GALORE \| Daypack Essentials \| Hiking Tips & Hints \| Oct/Nov/Dec Hikes 2009 \| Jan/Feb/March Hikes 2010 \| \| Return Home \| Newsletter \| Hikes Schedule \| Socials \| Photo Gallery \| Hike Leader Page \| Getaways \| Great Links/Resources \| Contact Us \|