July 1(Wednesday) 5:30-8:00PM
Fast-Paced Conditioning Hike. Join us on outings that are generally 4-5 miles RT and elevations gains of 1,000+ feet, in the surrounding foothills of the Truckee Meadows. About 2 hours long. Bring plenty of water, trail shoes, and clothing for conditions. Learn about local flora, fauna, and places to hike locally. Call the hotline number (473-1445) for weekly directions and trail descriptions. DOK. Leader: Holly Coughlin. Moderate to Mod. Strenuous.
July 2 (Thursday) 5:30-8:00 PM
Moderately-Paced Conditioning Hike. Hike in the foothills surrounding the Truckee Meadows at a moderate pace for 3-4 miles and gains generally under 1,000 ft. About 2 hours long. Learn about local flora, fauna, or places to go. Call the hotline (473-1445) for weekly directions and trail descriptions. DL. Leaders: Gracie Caudill, Bill Myatt. Moderate.
July 3-5 (Friday-Sunday)
Hot Springs for the Fourth Car Camp. Three days of car camping and hot springs on the playa of the Black Rock Desert. Primitive camping at it's best. Will most likely leave Thursday evening. Possbile fireworks from other groups will light up the 4th! Learn about the Black Rock Desert and how to Leave no Trace. Call by June 29th to secure your place on this great adventure in Nevada. Trip limit 10. DL. Leader: David Book (843-6443). Easy.
July 4 (Saturday) 8:30-4:00PM
Lola Montez Dayhike. Hike to a beautiful lakes with great swimming opportunities. Trip is about 8 miles RT with close to 1,000 feet of gain to hike to lower and upper lakes. Learn about butterflies in the area that we will observe. DL. Leader: Craig Mastos (786-7742 x106, maquis@softcom.net). Moderate.
July 7 (Tuesday) 5:30-8:00 PM
Easy to Moderate Paced Conditioning Hike. We will be doing weekly Tuesday evening hikes through September. Hikes are about 4 miles, with minimal to moderate elevation gain in the parks and foothills of the Reno-Sparks area. We hike about 2 hours. Please call the hike hotline (473-1445) for directions and trail descriptions. DL. Leaders: Yvonne Jerome, Karen Todd, Kelly Johns. Moderately easy.
July 8 (Wednesday) 5:30-8:00 PM
Fast-Paced Conditioning Hike. Join us on outings that are generally 4-5 miles RT and elevations gains of 1,000+ feet, in the surrounding foothills of the Truckee Meadows. About 2 hours long. Bring plenty of water, trail shoes, and clothing for conditions. Learn about local flora, fauna, and places to hike locally. Call the hotline number (473-1445) for weekly directions and trail descriptions. DOK. Leader: Holly Coughlin. Moderate to Mod. Strenuous.
July 9 (Thursday) 5:30-8:00 PM
Moderate Conditioning Hike. Hike in the foothills surrounding the Truckee Meadows at a moderate pace for 3-4 miles and gains generally under 1,000 ft. About 2 hours long. Learn about local flora, fauna, or places to go. Call the hotline (473-1445) for weekly directions and trail descriptions. DL. Leaders: Gracie Caudill, Bill Myatt. Moderate.
July 11 (Saturday) 8:00-4:00 PM
Schneider Cow Camp Loop at Carson Pass. An alternative route to and from Showers Lake through wildflower areas with great vistas. About 10 miles RT and 1,800 feet of elevation gain. Learn some history of the area. High clearance vehiles needed or possbile ride share. ND. Leader: T A Taro (775-530-2935). Strenuous.
July 11 (Saturday) 8:30-4:00 PM
Jamison Lake Dayhike. Hike from Jamison Mine area to Jamison Lake. Trip is about 6.5 miles RT and has close to 1,000 feet of gain. Learn about the old mining operation. DL. Leader: Craig Mastos (786-7742 x106, maquis@softcom.net). Moderate.
July 11 (Saturday) 8:00-5:00 PM
Carson Pass Wildflower and Photography Hike. Easy-paced hike from Carson Pass to Lake Winnemucca. Will discuss general digital photography with an emphasis on close-up flower photography. Graham will take time to help participants understand and use their cameras. Bring your camera with freshly charged batteries, empty memory card and instruction book. Graham is a retired professional photographer and has taught at TMCC and art centers in CA. Trip limit 15. DL. Leader: Graham Stafford (686-8478, graham@grahamstafford.com). Easy.
July 12 (Sunday)
Tahoe Area Wildflower Hike. Carson Pass has the most spectacular, massive display of flowers in the area. There may be "crowds" visiting this area which is south of Lake Tahoe near Kirkwood. To register and get directions, go to the website (www.wildflowerhikes.com). Leader: Roger Rosenberger. Moderately easy.
July 12 (Sunday) 8:30-4:00 PM
Tamarack Peak/Waterfall Loop. We'll enjoy an hour on the Tahoe Rim Trail to the rocky and flowered waterfall. From there we'll angle up .5 mile on sliding terrain to lunch at the large conglomerated-rock outcrop at 9,600 feet. Spectacular vistas of Lake Tahoe. Return over the 9,900 ft. summit following high ridgeline. About 6 miles RT, 1,300 feet elevation gain. DL. Leaders: Gary Hanneman (425-3742, gphanneman@charter.net), Pat Kleames (359-5089, patkleames@charter.net). Moderate.
July 14 (Tuesday) 5:30-8:00 PM
Easy to Moderate Paced Conditioning Hike. We will be doing weekly Tuesday evening hikes through September. Hikes are about 4 miles, with minimal to moderate elevation gain in the parks and foothills of the Reno-Sparks area. We hike about 2 hours. Please call the hike hotline (473-1445) for directions and trail descriptions. DL. Leaders: Yvonne Jerome, Karen Todd, Kelly Johns. Moderately easy.
July 15 (Wednesday) 5:30-8:00 PM
Fast-Paced Conditioning Hike. Join us on outings that are generally 4-5 miles RT and elevations gains of 1,000+ feet, in the surrounding foothills of the Truckee Meadows. About 2 hours long. Bring plenty of water, trail shoes, and clothing for conditions. Learn about local flora, fauna, and places to hike locally. Call the hotline number (473-1445) for weekly directions and trail descriptions. DOK. Leader: Holly Coughlin. Moderate to Mod. Strenuous.
(786-7742 x106, maquis@softcom.net).
Moderate Conditioning Hike. Hike in the foothills surrounding the Truckee Meadows at a moderate pace for 3-4 miles and gains generally under 1,000 ft. About 2 hours long. Learn about local flora, fauna, or places to go. Call the hotline (473-1445) for weekly directions and trail descriptions. DL. Leaders: Gracie Caudill, Bill Myatt. Moderate.
July 18 (Saturday) 8:30-6:00 PM
Freel Peak Dayhike. Scenic climb to the highest peak in the Carson Range, along the TRT from Horse Meadows. Mostly on trail, but the final 1,000 feet to summit is open cross-country. Learn about high altitude flora, as we enjoy its beauty. Trip is about 12 miles RT and 2,000 feet elevation gain. DL. Leaders: Ridge Walker (853-8055, edc@unr.edu). Strenuous.
July 18 (Saturday) 8:30-5:00 PM
Showers Lake Loop Hike at Carson Pass. Hike about 9 miles in a loop through wildflowers and scenic views along Meiss Ridge. Return through the upper Carson River watershed with grassy meadows and a profusion of flowers. Elevation gain about 2,000 feet and 9 miles. Drivers will need $5 parking fee at trailhead. ND. Leader: T A Taro (775-530-2935). Moderately Strenuous.
July 18 (Saturday) 2 PM-
Ice-Skating and Swimming in Squaw Valley. Ice-skating at High Camp in Squaw Valley (elevation 8,200 feet). Beat the heat in July. Outdoor ice rink with view of Lake Tahoe, temperature usually around 80 degrees. Big outdoor pool and waterfalls with giant jacuzzi. Afterwards, dinner in Truckee around 6:30 PM. Location of restaurant TBA. Cost is $34 for ice-skating, skate rental, tramway ride up and down the mountain, use of swimming pool and jacuzzi, and towel with locker. There is the option of $29 for swimming without skating or $24 for cable car ride with no skating or swimming. Meet at ice-rink at top of mountain at 2 PM. You should be on the 1:45 departure . To carpool meet inside McDonald's at the shopping center of Mae Anne and West McCarren at 12 noon. ND. Leader: Richard Arbib (685-2600). Fun.
July 19 (Sunday) 5:00-9:00 PM
Summer Party at Galena Park ’s Charming Fish Hatchery. The Great Basin Group will highlight its Keep Washoe Wild campaign at a musical dance event which will take place in the newly restored Fish Hatchery at Galena Creek Regional Park . The night will include many fun activities from games with door prizes to a great 3-piece dance band (Milestones). Finger foods and soft drinks will be provided too. (Members may bring their own alcoholic beverages.) To help reduce waste, we're also asking everyone to bring their own reusable drinking cup or wine glass.
The Fish Hatchery is a stone building perfectly suited for the natural beauty that surrounds it: the outdoor patio area offers views of Galena Creek, Marilyn's Pond and the surrounding pine forest. Parking is limited so we beg you to carpool. (Carpoolers with at least 3-people per vehicle will get raffle tickets for door prizes.) To help defray a portion of our cost, we will be charging $10 per person. And to ensure that we have enough food, please RSVP to Gracie Caudill by July 12 at 626-7873.
When the band takes a break, we'll update you on Keeping Washoe Wild. You'll learn about the Reno and Washoe County Open Space and Greenway Plans, the special areas dear to our heart that were included in the plans, and what you can do to help make these plans succeed. We'll also have maps out where you can mark your special area.
Directions: Galena Creek Park is seven miles up the Mt. Rose Highway (SR 431) from the intersection with U.S. 395.Take the South (2nd) Entrance into the park. Follow the road up the hill. You will pass a lower parking lot. Make a right when you see the sign for Marilyn’s Pond and Camp WeChMe . Continue about 150 yds. to the Fish Hatchery. You can drop off people near the Hatchery and then park below. For more information, contact Valerie Andersen at 828-0302.
July 19 (Sunday) 8:30-4:00 PM
Castle and Basin Peaks Loop Hike. The first leg leads us to Sierra Club's famous Peter Grubb Ski Hut. Continuing on the flowery Pacific Crest Trail, we'll traverse part way up Basin Peak, then go cross-country to reach the summit at 9,015 feet. After lunch, we'll follow the Alps-like cliffside approach over to Castle Peak's 3 peaks with the top at 9,103 feet. Great 360 degree views! Descend directly to PCT for return. Trip is about 11 miles RT and 2,100 feet of elevation gain. DOK. Leader: Gary Hanneman (425-3742, gphanneman@charter.net). Moderately strenuous.
July 21 (Tuesday) 5:30-8:00 PM
Easy to Moderate Paced Conditioning Hike. We will be doing weekly Tuesday evening hikes through September. Hikes are about 4 miles, with minimal to moderate elevation gain in the parks and foothills of the Reno-Sparks area. We hike about 2 hours. Please call the hike hotline (473-1445) for directions and trail descriptions. DL. Leaders: Yvonne Jerome, Karen Todd, Kelly Johns. Moderately easy.
July 22 (Wednesday) 5:30-8:00 PM
Fast-Paced Conditioning Hike. Join us on outings that are generally 4-5 miles RT and elevations gains of 1,000+ feet, in the surrounding foothills of the Truckee Meadows. About 2 hours long. Bring plenty of water, trail shoes, and clothing for conditions. Learn about local flora, fauna, and places to hike locally. Call the hotline number (473-1445) for weekly directions and trail descriptions. DOK. Leader: Holly Coughlin. Moderate to Mod. Strenuous.
July 23 (Thursday) 5:30-8:00 PM
Moderate Conditioning Hike. Hike in the foothills surrounding the Truckee Meadows at a moderate pace for 3-4 miles and gains generally under 1,000 ft. About 2 hours long. Learn about local flora, fauna, or places to go. Call the hotline (473-1445) for weekly directions and trail descriptions. DL. Leaders: Gracie Caudill, Bill Myatt. Moderate.
July 23 (Thursday) 6:30-8:30 PM
Photography River Walk. Easy walk along the Truckee River. Graham will discuss all aspects of digital photography. We will start and end at a designated place for sunset shots. Location will be set the week prior. Graham is a retired professional photographer who has taught at TMCC and art centers in CA. ND. Trip limit 15. Leader: Graham Stafford (686-8478) graham@grahamstafford.com. easy.
July 25 (Saturday) 8:00-6:00 PM
Paradise Lake Dayhike. Enjoy fantastic views of Castle Peak and the Sierras as we hike along the PCT to beautiful Paradise Lake, a wonderful spot to swim and refresh. Travel from high granite benches descending through a hemlock forest to this granite-lined lake. High clearance 4-wheel drive vehicles are needed to negotiate a rutted jeep road to the upper parking lot just below Castle Pass. Trip will be about 12 miles RT and 1,200+ feet of elevation gain. DL. Leader: Pat Kleames (359-5089). Moderately strenuous.
July 25 (Saturday) 8:30-5:00 PM
Elephant's Back at Carson Pass Dayhike. Visit Frog, Winnemucca, and Round Top Lakes. Scale the Elephant's Back and enjoy sweeping views of the high Sierra. Possibly return by Wood's Lake including hiking on a portion of the emigrant wagon train route. Wild flowers should be in full display. Learn about history of the area. Trip is about 9.5 miles RT and 2,700 feet of gain for the day. ND. Leader: T A Taro (775-530-2935). Strenuous.
July 26 (Sunday) 8:30-4:00 PM
Spooner to Marlette Lakes Dayhike. Hike from Spooner Lake to Marlette Lake and back for about 9.5 miles and 1,200 feet of elevation gain. Plan on seeing some beautiful scenery and hopefully lots of wildflowers. DL. Leader: Donna Inversin (775-315-6763). Moderate.
July 28 (Tuesday) 5:30-8:00 PM
Easy to Moderate Paced Conditioning Hike. We will be doing weekly Tuesday evening hikes through September. Hikes are about 4 miles, with minimal to moderate elevation gain in the parks and foothills of the Reno-Sparks area. We hike about 2 hours. Please call the hike hotline (473-1445) for directions and trail descriptions. DL. Leaders: Yvonne Jerome, Karen Todd, Kelly Johns. Moderately easy.
July 29 (Wednesday) 5:30-8:00 PM
Fast-Paced Conditioning Hike. Join us on outings that are generally 4-5 miles RT and elevations gains of 1,000+ feet, in the surrounding foothills of the Truckee Meadows. About 2 hours long. Bring plenty of water, trail shoes, and clothing for conditions. Learn about local flora, fauna, and places to hike locally. Call the hotline number (473-1445) for weekly directions and trail descriptions. DOK. Leader: Holly Coughlin. Moderate to Mod. Strenuous.
July 30 (Thursday) 5:30-8:00 PM
Moderate Conditioning Hike. Hike in the foothills surrounding the Truckee Meadows at a moderate pace for 3-4 miles and gains generally under 1,000 ft. About 2 hours long. Learn about local flora, fauna, or places to go. Call the hotline (473-1445) for weekly directions and trail descriptions. DL. Leaders: Gracie Caudill, Bill Myatt. Moderate.
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