Joshua Tree National Park
Sunday, March 21, 2010 - Friday, March 26, 2010
Have you experienced Southern California's Joshua Tree National Park? A world-wide rock-n-roll landmark, this park is named after the whimsical shaped tree, and cherished for it's spectacular desert views. "Visitors are astounded by great granite monoliths and twisted rock formations; the diverse range of mammals, plants, reptiles, and over 240 species of birds..." - (www.joshuatree.org).
Come join HSC members in the desert, this spring, for our annual Joshua Tree Campout! It begins on Sunday, March 21, 2010, (2pm) and we'll stay for 5 days, through Friday, March 26, 2010, (noon).
We'll camp at Indian Cove Campground, group sites 1 & 2 at the northern entrance. The site is nestled in huge boulders that are great for climbing. There is plenty of hiking, nearby, lots of wide-open space to enjoy sunrises, sunsets and stargazing. There may be other scheduled activities, but the plant and animal wildlife combined with the unusual terrain makes for an adventure all on it's own.
You'll haul in your own water from the ranger station, which is near the campground, but not walking distance. The toilets are of the "pit" variety, in enclosed shelters, no showers. Check forecasts and prepare for all kinds of weather, sun, rain, heat, wind and/or cold. As per the HSC camping tradition, there will be a group potluck each night (optional). Sorry, no RV's over 25 feet are allowed.
Please feel free to send an email if you have any questions about the location, preparation, etc.
The cost is only $16.00 per person for the week, firewood included. HSC members receive priority. Send your checks (payable to HSC), and an HSC Liability Release Form
to:
Cheryl Etzel
PO Box 2262
Cypress, CA 90630
For any questions, contact Cheryl at hscJoshuaTree@gmail.com or write to the campers' list.