NOVEMBER 6-7   (SAT-SUN)
Burbank Canyon WSA backpack.   Overnight in this beautiful WSA. 6 mi, 2000 ft gain. Fall colors will abound as we hike to the heart of Burbank Canyon. Prepare for crisp temps. Bad weather will cancel. DL. Call 3 days in advance. Learn leave no trace practices. Leader: Kurt Kuznicki (745-3119). Please bring a can of food for food bank of N Nevada .

NOVEMBER 9 (TUESDAY)
Excom meeting. The Great Basin Group Executive Committee meets at 6:30 pm to plan upcoming activities and events. All members welcome. Info: Holly Coughlin (331-7488).

NOVEMBER 11 (THURSDAY)
Great Basin Group general meeting. Do you enjoy the quality of life we have here in the Truckee Meadows? Are you concerned about what the future holds for this beautiful area we call home? Well, you may want to come hear what Scott Gibson or Stacey Lomer and Scenic Nevada have to say in their presentation, "Sprawl in the Truckee Meadows." With new developments springing up at a startling rate we may find that the consequences of such growth are not always positive. This fascinating presentation should give you lots to think about as we try to influence our elected officials regarding what is best for the future of our area. Location: Bartley Ranch (S on Lakeside Dr, just before Windy Hill). Time: 6:30 for social, 7 - 8:30 program. Info: Larry (786-8564).

NOVEMBER 13   (SATURDAY)
Firestone property Snowshoe or hike.   Near Tahoe City, Cal. 4+ mi, mostly flat, 3-5 hrs, meet at 10 am. Learn why some locals oppose development here, prefer open space/bike trail. See connection of publicly-owned lands, views of Lake Tahoe. DOK. Leader: Kathie Hoxsie (530-583-8115). Easy.

NOVEMBER 13 (SATURDAY)
Ophir Creek Trail to Upper Price Lake. Partial loop trail to a reservoir through lush meadows. For conditioned hikers only. 5.8 mi, 3000 ft gain. Steady and steep, the trail passes through willows and yellow aspen. Upper Price is an old reservoir. A large, flat boulder beside its outlet provides a fine picnic spot with views over the reflective little lake. Early departure. DL. Leaders: John Cossavella (750-7270), Shanel (425-4962, spistori@sparks.kmart.com).

NOVEMBER 14 (SUNDAY)
Leaders choice dayhike. Fall is fine time to hike in the desert. 8 mi, 1500 ft gain. Destination depends on weather, but most likely in the Virginia Mountains near Pyramid Lake. Leaern about the flora, fauna and geology of the region. DL. Leader: Holly Coughlin (331-7488). Moderate.

NOVEMBER 14 (SUNDAY)
Little Burbank Canyon hike. Attempt this little-traveled canyon to try and reach the upper canyon. 6 mi, 2500 ft gain. An "exploration" trip. Little Burbank is steep, with some scrambling needed. Not for the faint of heart. Solitude and spectacular scenery will be the reward. ND. Leader: Kurt Kuznicki (745-3119). Strenuous.   Please bring a can of food for food bank of N Nevada .

NOVEMBER 14 (SUNDAY)
Bald Eagle day hike. Spot bald eagles north of Truckee. This is a migration stopover where freshwater salmon are abundant. Great views of the Carson Range and Mount Rose. ND. Leader: Glenn Polochko (530-587-5906, gpolochko@yahoo.com). Moderate.

NOVEMBER 20 (SATURDAY)
Hidden Valley dayhike.   Take the trail loop above Hidden Valley Park in hills east of Reno. 7 mi, 1500 ft gain. DL. Leader: Ridge Walker (853-8055, edc@unr.edu). Mod easy.

NOVEMBER 20 (SATURDAY)
Beginners day hike.   Leaders choice trip will take newcomers on a short 3-4 mi, 400 ft gain hike. Introduction to the principles that the Sierra Club defends. Learn how to be prepared for the outdoors. Bring cookies to share; leader brings hot cocoa. Leader: Grace Blaylock (677-9257, g.blaylock@att.net). Easy.

NOVEMBER 21 (SUNDAY)
Desert day hike. Leaders choice in Pyramid Lake area. 5-8 mi, 1500 ft gain. Enjoy great views, hike through canyon with stunning trees and rock formations. DL. Leaders: Lucrecia Belancio (851-9279), Marcela Lambert (677-8787). Moderate.

NOVEMBER 21 (SUNDAY)
Memorial Hike. Lang Milligan will lead a short hike including a memorial service for Gloria Sondergaard, to one of her favorite desert places. This will be coordinated with Lucrecia's outing (above) on the same date. Meet at the Starbuck's at Pyramid Way/McCarran, 9AM. Dress for weather, some rough uphill terrain, distance 3+ mi. OW. Easy.

NOVEMBER 25 (THURSDAY)
Pre-turkey dinner hike.   2 nd annual event will work up an appetite on a short hike in the local hills before the big feast. 5 mi, 1500 ft gain. Great alternative to football and parades. Learn what is happening with wilderness in Nevada. DOK. NT (No Turkeys). Leader: Kurt Kuznicki (745-3119). Easy. Please bring a can of food for food bank of N Nevada .

NOVEMBER 27 (SATURDAY)
Desatoya WSA hike. Travel to the Big Den waterfalls in east central Nevada. 6 mi, 1500 ft gain. Learn about the rich history of this area. Stop in Middlegate, home to one of the best hamburgers in the state. Bad weather cancels. Early start due to drive. Leaders: Kurt Kuznicki (745-3119), Holly Coughlin (331-7488). Easy. Please bring a can of food for food bank of N Nevada .

NOVEMBER 28 (SUNDAY)
Leaders choice day hike. Depending on the weather, head to the mountains to observe the transition in landscape through elevation gain as the weather gets cooler. 10 mi, 2000 ft gain. Discuss the changes as we hike. DL. Leader: Grace Blaylock (677-9257, g.blaylock@att.net). Easy.

DECEMBER 11 (SATURDAY)
Annual holiday party.   Mark your calendars now for a really special holiday party from 7 to 10 pm at Fleur de Lis in SE Reno. Guests must park outside the gate, but a host will provide access to the clubhouse, which is close. Take 395 to So Mdws Pkwy, exit 60. Turn left and follow to the end. Turn right on WilburMae and go about .8 mi to Fleur de Lis on left. Handicapped parking near clubhouse if needed. Bring a dish to share. Drinks, dishes, utensils, provided. Info: Holly Coughlin (331-7488).