Organizer
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Gary Ward
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Phone
949-285-4664 -
Email
gaudreygary@gmail.com -
Gary Ward has lived in the Valley since 2008 and has been active in either CVHC or Desert Trails Hiking Club since then. As a Council Member of DTHC, he helped merge the two hiking clubs in 2022. Gary retired from his position as Chief Real Estate Appraiser. He has over 25 years hiking experience in CA and has been involved in trail work for 10+ years. He also works with Friends of the Desert Mountains on full moon hikes, scorpion hunts and invasive weed abatement.
TRAIL MAINTENANCE – TOUTAIN CANYON
In preparation for the Hike4Hope event in March, we will be working on the 2 1/2-mile Toutain Canyon trail. This fairly-level trail has some water crossings, depending on the prior weather. There is a waterfall at the end of the trail.
Most work will consist of brush back with some trail grooming. The primary activities will involve working with loppers, hedge trimmers, and rakes. There may be some rock moving to put steps in the waterways for ease of crossing.
Please wear long pants and shirts, hiking shoes, hats, and safety glasses. Remember to bring plenty of water and use sunscreen. Feel free to bring a snack if you like.
Parking is at the Tukut Parking area, 3/4 mile before the Whitewater Visitor Center, on Whitewater Canyon Road, Whitewater, CA .
Plan on starting at 8:00 AM. We should be done before noon.
Please call or text Gary Ward, CVHC Trail Maintenance liaison, 949-285-4664, to join this work group. Thank you for your help!