Quick and Easy Registration

Email: cadesertnatrfest@aol.com with:

1. Your choices of field trips.
2. Your name and phone numbers.
3. Number of people in your party.

OR you may register at least one hour before the Field Trip at the registration desk at The Living Desert.

           

Field Trip Tips

 

• Wear comfortable, sturdy shoes.
• Dress in layers so you can cool down or keep warm.
• Bring water (usually a quart per hour per person) and a light snack if needed.
• Sunscreen, Chap Stick, sunglasses and a hat will help prevent sunburn (also freckles, age spots and wrinkles!)
• Inform your field trip leader if you have any medical condition for consideration.
• Talk to your children before the field trip and explain basic courtesies such as using a quiet voice, listen to your fieldtrip leader (and nature) and be polite to others on the fieldtrip.
• For safety, keep your child on the trail and by your side during the adventure.
• Sorry, no pets.
• Don't forget your camera and binoculars!

 

 

FRIDAY April 11, 2008

Morning Bird Walks Big Morongo Canyon Preserve

Enjoy a beautiful part of our Desert during your bird walk with experienced and knowledgeable guides.

Friday, Saturday, Sunday April 11-13, 2008 7 AM – 10 AM

http://www.bigmorongo.org/a2Visitor.htm - map

Cost: Free 

Level of Difficulty: Easy

 

Morning Bird Walks The Living Desert

Friday, Saturday, Sunday April 11-13, 2008 9 AM – 10 AM

Experienced and knowledgeable docents help you identify birds that live in and around The Living Desert Zoo and Gardens while experiencing one of the Coachella Valley's most treasured attractions.

Cost: Free with entrance fee

Level of Difficulty: Easy

 

Andreas Canyon hike in the Indian Canyons – Jona Kalayjian

Friday April 11, 2008 at 10:00 AM – Noon

Also offered: Saturday, April 12, 2008 at 9:00 AM – 11:30 AM

Meet at the gate of the Indian Canyons Palm Springs Map - Map of Palm Springs, CA

The Agua Caliente Cultural Museum invites you to experience Adreas Canyon, one the Ancient Cahuilla Village Sites in the Coachella Valley. It will be a gentle hike through the Canyon Oasis, guided by Jona Kalayjian, Out Reach Specialist for the Aqua Caliente Cultural Museum. Learn about the Cultural Cahuilla History of the Canyon and The Cahuilla People, as well as the Native Plant and  Animal uses. Hikers will meet at the Gate and go in together. Limited to 20 Hikers each Hike. There will be No Fee for this Hike for California Desert Nature Festival/Party for the Planet attendees .  We look forward to sharing the Canyon of or our Ancients with you.

Cost: Free

Level of Difficulty: Easy to Moderate – A great hike for families

 

Moonlight Hike At Big Morongo Canyon Preserve Kurt Leuschner & Dee Zeller

Friday, April 11, 2008  7 PM – 9 PM

Meet at Big Canyon Preserve   http://www.bigmorongo.org/a2Visitor.htm - map

This popular hike is being offered again this year! Not to be missed for all those critters that go woo, hoo and boo in the night!

Cost: Free

Level of Difficulty: Easy to Moderate

 

SATURDAY April 12, 2008

 

Morning Bird Walks Big Morongo Canyon Preserve

Enjoy a beautiful part of our Desert during your bird walk with experienced and knowledgeable guides.

Friday, Saturday, Sunday April 11-13, 2008 7 AM – 10 AM

http://www.bigmorongo.org/a2Visitor.htm - map

Cost: Free 

Level of Difficulty: Easy

 

Morning Bird Walks The Living Desert

Friday, Saturday, Sunday April 11-13, 2008 9 AM – 10 AM

Experienced and knowledgeable docents help you identify birds that live in and around The Living Desert Zoo and Gardens while experiencing one of the Coachella Valley's most treasured attractions.

Cost: Free with entrance fee

Level of Difficulty: Easy

 

Andreas Canyon hike in the Indian Canyons – Jona Kalayjian

Also offered: Friday April 11, 2008 at 10:00 AM – Noon

Saturday, April 12, 2008 at 9:00 AM – 11:30 AM

Meet at the gate of the Indian Canyons Palm Springs Map - Map of Palm Springs, CA

The Agua Caliente Cultural Museum invites you to experience Adreas Canyon, one the the Ancient Cahuilla Village Sites in the Coachella Valley. It will be a gentle hike through the Canyon Oasis, guided by Jona Kalayjian, Out Reach Specialist for the Aqua Caliente Cultural Museum. Learn about the Cultural Cahuilla History of the Canyon and The Cahuilla People,  as well as the Native Plant and  Animal uses. Hikers will meet at the Gate and go in together. Limited to 20 Hikers each Hike. There will be No Fee for this Hike for California Desert Nature Festival/Party for the Planet attendees .  We look forward to sharing the Canyon of or our Ancients with you.

Cost: Free

Level of Difficulty: Easy to Moderate – A great hike for families

 

CabotÕs Pueblo Museum, Desert Hot Springs

Saturday, April 12, 2008, 10:00 AM – 11:00 AM and again at 4:00 PM to 5:00 PM

Special tours and hours for Party of the Planet attendees.

There is no other experience in the world quite like touring Cabot's Pueblo Museum.  You will be surprised, astounded and in disbelief of the wonderful treasures that are found here.  Learn about the award winning water of Desert Hot Springs and the history of its discovery.  Also, visit the Museum's Trading Post with art gallery and fine gifts.

You will walk away saying “I can't believe it.  I just can't believe it!”

Meet at the Museum. Cabot's Pueblo Museum

Cost: $6.00

Level of Difficulty: Easy – some stairs

 

SUNDAY, April 13, 2008

Morning Bird Walks Big Morongo Canyon Preserve

Friday, Saturday, Sunday April 11-13, 2008 7 AM – 10 AM

http://www.bigmorongo.org/a2Visitor.htm - map

Cost: Free 

Level of Difficulty: Easy

 

Morning Bird Walks The Living Desert

Friday, Saturday, Sunday April 11-13, 2008 9 AM – 10 AM

Experienced and knowledgeable docents help you identify birds that live in and around The Living Desert Zoo and Gardens while experiencing one of the Coachella Valley's most treasured attractions.

Cost: Free with entrance fee

Level of Difficulty: Easy

 

Exploring the Salton Sea - Kurt Leuschner

Sunday, April 13, 2009 7:30 AM - 4:00 PM

Meet in the Costo (Rancho Mirage, Monterey Exit off I-10 Costco) parking lot at 7:20 am

Experience a fascinating day trip to the Salton Sea hosted by Professor Leuschner, Learn about the history of the Salton Sea as well as the bird species that frequent it shores,  A wonderful opportunity for visitors to enjoy a warm and friendly morning amongst the beauty of this desert sea with an expert leader. You will need to take hat, hiking shoes, sunscreen, water and a snack.  There will be a stop at a local eatery for lunch. $20

Cost: $20 paid at the beginning of field trip

Level of Difficulty: Easy to Moderate

 

Murray Canyon Nature Walk - Joe Migliore 

Sunday, April 13, 8 to 12 PM

Join Joe Migliore, certified interpretive guide for the Santa Rosa and San Jacinto Mountains National Monument, on a moderate stroll into the diverse landscape of Murray Canyon adorned with spring wildflowers and palms along a babbling creek.  About 4 miles with stream crossings.  Bring trekking pole, food, water, sunscreen, camera and binoculars.

 Meet at tollgate to Indian Canyons, 38520 S. Palm Canyon, at 8 AM.
Palm Springs, CA 92264 Palm Springs Map - Map of Palm Springs, CA

Cost: Free with entrance fee of $8.00

Level of Difficulty: Moderate +

 

Desert Poetry and Nature Writing Workshop and Hike

Workshop Leader: College of the Desert Professor & Author Ruth Nolan

Sunday April 13, 2008 9:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.

Desert Poetry and Nature Writing workshop – a hands-on day of poetry and other writing exercises generated by the stunning natural beauty of Whitewater Canyon. We will enjoy a pleasant hike in the morning, and then write and share poetry and other pieces generated during the workshop in a supportive, nature-inspired environment. Call Ruth Nolan or email to make your reservation. (760) 964-9767 or runolan@aol.com http://www.wildlandsconservancy.org/pdf/maps/Whitewater%20Canyon%20Preserve%20Map.pdf

Cost: Free

Level of Difficulty: Easy