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What is it? It’s a fun, FREE, creative learning experience about outdoor safety, natural sciences and cultural anthropology, before  hitting the trails to learn and practice safe exploration techniques while out exploring the National Monument.
Presented by the Friends of the Desert Mountains in support of the National Monument, this program connects children ages 8 – 14 to their natural surroundings, while helping to build a strong foundation of outdoor ethics and safety habits. Participants learn about local area flora, fauna, geology, geography and native cultures of our valley and surrounding mountains. Participants receive rewards for completing the program.
When will the program take place?
Saturday, October 15, 2011; 1pm-4pm: Hiking Safety and Leave No Trace
Saturday, November 18, 2011; 1pm-4pm: Geology and Geography
Saturday, December 17, 2011; 1pm-4pm: Plants and Animals
Saturday, January 21, 2012; 1pm-4pm: Cahuilla Indian Culture and other Important Historical Influences
Saturday, February 18, 2012; 9am-Noon: Hiking Safety and Leave No Trace
Saturday, March 17, 2012; 9am-Noon: Geology and Geography
Saturday, April 21, 2012; 9am-Noon: Plants and Animals
Saturday, May 19, 2012; 9am-Noon: Cahuilla Indian Culture and Other Important Historical Influences
Where is it held?
National Monument Visitor Center
51-500 Hwy 74, Palm Desert, CA
(4 miles south of Hwy 111)
Who May Participate? Children 8 – 14 years old, limited to 15 participants per month. Child must be registered prior to attending. Please fax the application (below) to 760/568-9908 or drop it off at the Visitor Center at least two days in advance of the session.
Want an Application? To download your four page PDF application click here.
Need more information? Contact the Visitor Center office at 760/862-9984 or email Friends of the Desert Mountains at friends@desertmountains.org.
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