Organizer
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Andrew Walls
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Phone
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Email
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Andrew is a full time resident of Palm Desert who actually hikes during the summer! Andrew is an avid hiker and backpacker who can be found strolling on and off trails throughout the Coachella Valley, Joshua Tree NP and Grand Canyon NP. In addition to his participation in CVHC activities, Andrew is a Certified California Naturalist and a hike leader with Friends of the Desert Mountains. Prior to moving to the CV in 2017, Andrew was a team leader with the Nevada County Sheriff's Search and Rescue team in Northern California.
MAGNESIA FALLS TO ART SMITH TRAILHEAD, HIGHWAY 74
Hike through canyons and palm groves. Climb dry waterfalls. Colorful rock formations. Potential to see Bighorn sheep. Must be comfortable scrambling over rocks and large boulders. Car shuttle required.
Magnesia Springs Canyon is open until the end of December. This is a chance to explore this wild canyon before it closes in 2023 for bighorn sheep habitat protection.
12 Miles with Elevation gain of 2800 ft. Trail map: https://caltopo.com/m/NDKGJ
IF THIS IS YOUR FIRST TIME HIKING WITH THIS LEADER, PLEASE CALL. IF YOU HAVE HIKED WITH THIS LEADER BEFORE, PLEASE EMAIL.
HIKE LEADER: Andrew Walls
HIKE LOCATOR: Rancho Mirage
HIKE DIFFICULTY: Strenuous
Note: You must be a current CVHC member to hike with the club! Join Now!