Joshua Tree March 15-20, Sunday at 2pm through Friday at noon
Are you experienced? Have you been to Southern
California's Joshua Tree National Park? A world-wide
rock-n-roll landmark, this park is named for the
whimsical shapes this tree can form, 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 us in the desert, this spring, for
our annual Joshua Tree Adventure Campout! It
begins on Sunday, March 15 (2pm) and we'll stay
for 5 days, through Friday, March 20, (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 are great hikes 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. Send your checks
(payable to HSC), and liability release form,
<http://www.hsc.org/img/HSC_Release_Form.pdf > to:
Cheryl Etzel
PO Box 2262
Cypress, CA 90630
cheryletzel@gmail.com