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CALIFORNIA REGION #11
The DESERTS

BORREGO SPRINGS –
Anza-Borrego Foundation events:
Milling Around Mine Wash, Jan 15, Feb 19 and Mar 18. A two-mile hike around an ancient Kumeyaay village site introduces you to hundreds of bedrock mortars, slicks, basins and rubs. The adventure includes stops for wildflower identification and discussions of desert Indians’ use of plants, clothing, shelter and medicine. Fee: $35 or $25 for ABF members.

Archaeology for Citizen Scientists, Jan 19-Feb 24. A series of six classes introduces the discipline of archaeology to non-archaeologists. Students learn archaeological terminology, the basics of the ethics and practice of archaeology and how to survey, recognize, record and document cultural heritage sites. Fee: $350 or $300 for ABF members.

Desert Stargazing Basics, Jan 22. Learn how to read a star map, use your eyes like a pro and find those seemingly impossible star patterns.
Registration in advance required. Fee: $10.

Night Sky Photography, Jan 28-29. This hands-on workshop teaches participants how to use even the simplest of cameras, along with a few tricks of the trade, to create magnificent celestial portraits. Fee: $100 or $90 for ABF members.

Intermediate Desert Tracking, Feb 3-4. Imagine knowing where a cougar has crossed a trail or discovering where a bighorn sheep was bedded down for the night. Learn to read the tracks and sign of desert wildlife in this hands-on class.

Desert Stargazing, Feb 11-12. Learn what’s in the sky, how the heavens move, how to find your way around the maze of stars and view some of its wonders through a telescope. This workshop is designed for beginning stargazers interested in exploring the mind-expanding hobby of amateur astronomy. Fee: $100 or $90 for ABF members.

Renewable Energy and the California Deserts, Feb 11. This discussion features renewable energy issues in the California deserts and important considerations to accommodate renewable energy and the conservation of water and wildlife. Fee: $5 suggested donation.

Anza-Borrego: Land Before the Rain Shadow, Feb 24-26, Mar 16-18. This field course is a general introduction to the geology and paleontology of the Anza-Borrego Desert. With expert guidance, participants examine primeval landscapes and a host of fossil resources that no longer exist here due to the advent of a rain shadow desert.

Palm Oases of Anza-Borrego, Feb 25. Discover the unique personalities of four different palm oases in the southern portion of Anza-Borrego Desert State Park. Along the way, see elephant trees, palm trees, a wide variety of cacti and possibly bighorn sheep. Fee: $70 or $60 for ABF members.
Anza-Borrego Institute of

Photography, Mar 9-11. This workshop takes you beyond just shooting photos and introduces you to techniques that allow you to create photographic art.

Macro Photography, Mar 17. Learn everything you need to know to produce dramatic macro images: lighting, composition, how to pick appropriate subject matter and what equipment is necessary. Includes both classroom and field instruction.

Archaeology Weekend, Apr 14-15. Experience a weekend full of lectures, field trips, pottery making classes, fun activities for kids and tours of the Begole Archaeological Research Center. Native American crafts are on sale.

Anza-Borrego Foundation
event information:
760-767-4063
www.theabf.org

PALM DESERT – The Living Desert events:
Jazzoo Concert Series, Jan 15 and 29, Feb 19, Mar 19 and 25. Each concert will feature Roger Neumann and Friends playing the music of a different jazz legend. Bring a picnic basket of scrumptious goodies and a bottle of wine. Times: 4pm and 6:15pm. Location: The Living Desert, 47900 Portola Ave.
760-346-5694
Email: jazzoo@livingdesert.org

Mousetrap Invitational Golf Tournament, Jan 29. It’s a spectacular day of play with continental breakfast, plated lunch and cocktails and a small silent auction. Men’s, women’s and mixed foursomes are invited. This event supports the Living Desert’s efforts to save endangered species, protect more than 1,600 acres and raise funds for children’s scholarships. Location: Ironwood Country Club, 73735 Irontree Dr.
760-346-5694 ext. 2121

PALM SPRINGS – Palm Springs Follies events:
The Diamonds, Mar 13-May 20. Their 1957 release of Little Darlin’ was followed by Why Do Fools Fall In Love and the chart topping The Stroll, which became a national dance craze on TV’s American Bandstand.
760-327-0225
www.psfollies.com

Brad Cummings & Rex, Ongoing. Don’t miss the return engagement of sensational ventriloquist Brad Cummings and Rex, his dinosaur sidekick.
760-327-0225
www.psfollies.com

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