Organizer
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Daniel Coleman
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Phone
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Email
teninopt@gmail.com -
Dan Coleman has been hiking on his own and with clubs in the Coachella Valley and nearby areas for over 2 years. He has participated in Many hikes as sweep and enjoys mapping and tracking the hikes as well. Back home in Washington State, Dan hiked and camped over many years with family and friends in the deserts in Eastern Washington, the Olympic and the Cascade mountain ranges. As a serviceman in the Air Force, he enjoyed some hiking in eastern France, Germany, and Austria. Dan's experience includes marine navigation and racing as well as search and rescue for the Olympia Harbor Patrol and Civil Air Patrol. Dan recently retired from practice after 40 years as a physical therapist and is looking forward to leading hikes in this area for both Desert Trails and Coachella Valley Hiking Clubs.
Location
JOHNNY LANG AND THE LOST HORSE GOLD MINE HIKE CANCELLED DUE TO WEATHER
Sorry due to really cold weather this hike is cancelled.
This is a moderate 4.1 mile out and back hike in JTNP that will take a little more than 2 hours including a story. It’s a popular trail and dogs are not allowed.
The story will answer these questions:
- How did Johnny Lang come to own the mine?
- How did the mine get its name?
- How Did Johnny lose the mine?
- Where is Johnny Lang buried?
Come along and hear the whole story.
4.1 miles, 828 feet elevation gain.
Hiker Limit: 10 hikers
Route Type: Out and back
Difficulty: Moderate
Time: 2+ hours
Location: Joshua Tree National Park
HIKE DIFFICULTY: Moderate
HIKE LEADER: Dan Coleman
HIKE LOCATOR: Joshua Tree
Please email Daniel to join the hike.
Note: You must be a current CVHC member to hike with the club! Join Now!
