OFF TRAIL MYSTERY HIKE

1 Tram Way,Palm Springs CA 92262

13 August, 2022

Description

Experience the adventure of cross country travel thru unknown territory always knowing your location in space and time. Off Trail Mystery Hike (strenuous) This hike will be predominately off-trail. The wilderness inside Mt. San Jacinto Park has many unique features that can’t be experienced while on designated trails. In some places the terrain will be steep and slippery due to fallen tree debris. During the hike we’ll be pointing out landmarks on a topographic map. If you have the “San Jacinto Peak, Calif.” quadrangle map, bring it so you can follow along. This hike will be led by Wilderness Patroller members of the Hasty Search and Rescue Team at Mount San Jacinto State Park and Wilderness. DETAILS: Event Date and Time: August 13th at 8:45 a.m.Meet at: The Long Valley Ranger StationDifficulty level: StrenuousDistance: 5 miles round trip, uneven terrain, off trail in the backcountryCost: tram ticket ($28.95) Present your NHA membership card and receive a 20% ticket discount REQUIREMENTS: Each qualified individual must register. Qualified means you have taken the earlier 10 ESSENTIALS class and were approved by the leader to take this more demanding hike.Take the 8AM tram car to arrive at the meeting location on time. See Palm Springs Aerial Tramway, click here for important information you need to know in order to arrive on time.Bring water, (We recommend a minimum 3 liters of water per person) trail snacks, lunch and a backpack carrying what they normally carry on a day hike. Anyone under the age of 18 (minimum age 14) must be accompanied by a legal guardianProper hiking attire i.e. hiking clothes, hiking boots, hat, sunglasses. NO TENNIS SHOES!!Hiking poles are suggested, but not mandatory.We depart from the Long Valley Ranger Station at 9:00 AM and return around 2:00 PMRETURN TO EVENTS SCHEDULE If you have any questions please contact the NHA at: [email protected]