JACUMBA HIKERS AND WALKERS ANNOUNCE SPRING SCHEDULE

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March 26, 2013 (Jacumba) – From wildflowers to waterfalls, the Jacumba Hikers have announced  a variety of unique hiking destinations for their outings this spring. Scroll down for a list of hikes and descriptions of hikes set for April and May.

To view flyer with details, including difficulty/accessibility of hikes, click here.

Sat. April 6  Torote Bowl/Mtn. Palm Springs/Bow Willow - 20 Min. north of Ocotillo on S-2. This hike is rated easy to moderate depending on what you want to see (2.5-6 mi. round trip). Hiking this area will give the best opportunity to see a variety of plant life such as Elephant (Torote) Tree, palms and desert wild flowers. No dogs please. Hikers will meet at the Imperial Valley Desert Museum, 11 W. Frontage Rd., Ocotillo CA 92259 - 8am to carpool. Hike Leader: Bill Pape (619) 766-4927. and Mexico from the Jacumba Lounge/Park to the Jacumba Airport & Old Rock House. Distance: 3.5 mi. round trip. Meet at the Jacumba Lounge/Park, Old Hwy. 80, Jacumba Hot Springs CA 91934 at 8am. Dog friendly on 6’ leash. Walk Leader: Sonia Kara (soniakara1@hotmail.com).

Sat. April 13 Border Fence & Rock House Walk - This hike is rated easy and will walk the Border Fence separating the U.S.

Sat. April 20 Yuha State Desert Park/Waterfall - We found it! This hike is rated moderate. A 2 mi. hike up a beautiful  canyon/wash on the edge of Jacumba Mtn. Wilderness with wild flowers and unique rock formations. No dogs please. Hikers will meet at the Imperial Valley Desert Museum, 11 W. Frontage Rd., Ocotillo, CA 92259 to carpool. Hike Leader: Bill Pape (619) 766-4927.

Sat. April 27 The Stair Climber - This 3 mile walk is rated moderate. This is a great cardiovascular workout on a series of three hills along the Border Fence. Dog friendly on 6’ leash. Walkers will meet at the Jacumba Lounge 44461 Old Highway 80 Jacumba Hot Springs, CA 91934 at 8am. Walk Leader: Sonia Kara (soniakara1@hotmail.com). Jacumba Blues Festival - Highland Senior Center, Old Highway 80 Jacumba Hot Springs, CA 91934 Table Mountain - This hike is rated hard. 4 mi. round trip hiking up to Table Mtn. & Squaw Tit red rock plateaus. No dogs please. Hikers will meet the Jacumba Lounge 44461 Old Hwy. 80, Jacumba Hot Springs, CA 91934 at 8am to carpool. Pot-Luck following the hike at Greg’s place (bring a dish to share). Hike Leader: Bill Pape (619) 766-4927. with a great view of Jacumba Valley. Dog friendly on 6’ leash. Walkers will meet at the Jacumba Lounge 44461 Old Highway 80 Jacumba Hot Springs, CA 91934 at 8am. Walk Leader: Sonia Kara (soniakara1@hotmail.com).

Sat. May 4 Jacumba Blues Festival - Highland Senior Center, Old Highway 80 Jacumba Hot Springs, CA 91934

Sun. May 5 Table Mountain - This hike is rated hard. 4 mi. round trip hiking up to Table Mtn. & Squaw Tit red rock plateaus. No dogs please. Hikers will meet the Jacumba Lounge 44461 Old Hwy. 80, Jacumba Hot Springs, CA 91934 at 8am to carpool. Pot-Luck following the hike at Greg’s place (bring a dish to share). Hike Leader: Bill Pape (619) 766-4927.

Sat. May 11 Little Jacumba Mountain Plateau - This 2 to 3 mile walk is rated easy. A little mountain and low plateau

Sat. May 18 Jacumba Mountain & Round Mountain - This hike is rated EXTREME! No dogs please. 4 mi. round trip. We will hike to the two most prominent peaks in the Jacumba Valley. Great views! Hikers will meet at the Jacumba Lounge 44461 Old Hwy. 80, Jacumba Hot Springs, CA 91934 at 8am. Hike Leader: Bill Pape (619) 766-4927.

Sat. May 25 Jacumba Walkabout - This walk is rated easy, 3-4 miles round trip. Dog friendly on 6’leash. Walkers will meet at the Jacumba Lounge 44461 Old Hyw. 80, Jacumba Hot Springs, CA 91934. From the Lounge walkers will walk to the Chinese Castle, the natural hot springs, Jacumba Lake, Sand Wash, Railroad Station, through the Jacumba neighborhood, Jacumba Spa, Library/Community Park the border fence and back to the Lounge. Walk Leader: Sonia Kara (soniakara1@hotmail.com).

Safety Tips: Bring lots of water, lunch and snacks. Dress in layers. Bring sun block, a hat and sturdy hiking boots. Use the buddy system and respect nature and your surroundings. Walk/Hike Legend Easy - Mostly flat hiking/walking using a trail or path. Suitable for every member of the family. Moderate - Suitable for all physically fit people/dogs. Hard - Long length, substantial elevation gain and/or difficult terrain. Suitable for eperienced hikers. EXTREME - Long length, boulder climbing, difficult terrain, high elevation day long/and or over 6 mi. round trip. Expert hiking skills.

Jacumba Hikers/Walkers is an informal hiking/walking group and assumes no responsibility or liability for harm or injury during hikes. Hikers and Walkers do so at their own risk. If you are interested in leading a hike and want to be included on the schedule contact Greg Curran (619) 459-3037 gregcurran@sbcgloval.net.

 


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