Apr. 19, Friday, 7:00 – 8:45
Lizard-Watching Hotspots!
By the authors of Lizards of the American Southwest.
Presenters: Rob Lovich
Ph.D and Larry Jones
Lizard experts Rob Lovich and Larry Jones will make their annual pilgrimage to the ABDNHA
Library to give a presentation on “Lizard -watching Hotspots of the
American Southwest."
Rob will start with a discussion of species found in the first of the
three hotspots--the southern California deserts, including Anza Borrego
Desert State Park. Rob will also discuss his recent field research.
Moving east along the international border, Larry will then take us on a virtual ecotour of lizards and snakes from the two other hotspots: southeastern Arizona (and adjacent New Mexico) and the Big Bend Region of Texas. Each of the three areas has a unique assemblage of lizards and snakes, so by visiting all three, you can see the vast majority of the species occurring in the American Southwest (and the United States). Many of these borderland species can only be seen elsewhere in Mexico. Fortunately for us, these critters live amid some of the greatest scenery the deserts and mountains have to offer.
ABDNHA Library.
NM $10; M $8; V $7
Register online or call 760-767-3098.
Lizard photos by Larry Jones
After the Friday-night presentations, Larry and Rob will sign their book, "Lizards of the American Southwest," which is available for purchase at the ABDNHA store. See field trip on Saturday.
REGISTER ONLINE FOR THIS PROGRAM
Apr. 20, Saturday,
8:00 –
10:00
Lizard Walk
Leaders : Rob Lovich
Ph.D and Larry Jones
Go with two of the very best as they lead participants on a field trip to
view lizards and snakes in the Anza-Borrego desert. Be sure to bring
water, sunscreen, water, hiking shoes, sunglasses, water, hat, and
binoculars--plus a camera with zoom or long-distance macro lens is always
a bonus. The place of field trip, plus car-pooling options, will be
arranged during the Friday night presentations. Meet at the ABDNHA
Library. Space is limited. No charge. Call the Nature Center to
reserve.
Apr. 21, Sun., 9 a.m. – 2 p.m.
Hike: Pedro Fages Loop
Leader: Joan Malone
A moderate 7-mile hike visiting the high country in ABDSP, seeing the
Pedro Fages Monument and including portions of the CRHT and PCT. Bring
water and lunch, jacket and wear good hiking shoes. Meet at the Pedro
Fages Monument on Sunrise Highway at mile marker 36. No charge;
Apr. 27, Sat., 7 p.m. – 8 p.m.
Program: Getting Started with Flower Photography
Instructor: Mike McElhatton
The basics of flower photography; how to use your camera to make the best
of whatever conditions nature gives you, with tips on focus, lighting,
camera settings, backgrounds, composition, and basic editing. No fancy
cameras required—bring whatever camera you normally use. At the ABDNHA
Library. See field trip on Sunday morning. Call the Nature Center to
reserve your spot or register online.
NM $8; M $7; V $6.
Apr. 28, Sun., 8 a.m. – 10 a.m.
Outdoor Program: Getting Started with Flower Photography Field Trip
Instructor: Mike McElhatton
Bring your camera and join Mike as we take a short walk and take photos in
the field of plants and whatever flowers we may find in bloom. We will
work with the techniques covered during the previous evening’s lecture.
No charge, but limited to those who attend the previous evening’s lecture.
Meet at the Nature Center.
Call the Nature Center to reserve.
Apr. 30, Tue., 9 a.m. – Noon
Easy Desert Walk - Culp Valley
Leader: Kris Brenner
Enjoy the cooler temps in this higher elevation and join Kris for a short, easy hike to an interesting place in our wonderful
desert. Get exercise, enjoy scenery, and meet friends. Meet at the Nature Center from where we can carpool to our
location. 4WD vehicles may be required. Bring water, snack and wear good
walking shoes. Check our website, abdnha.org or call the Nature Center for
location and vehicle information. No charge. Call the Nature Center to
reserve.
May 24, Fri., 6:30 p.m
Sunset and Full Moon at Font's Point
Leader: Mike McElhatton
Enjoy the cool of the late spring evening and the combination of sunset
and full moon rise at Font's Point, overlooking the beauty of the Borrego
Badlands. Bring your camera, a snack, folding chair, and your
favorite beverage. The Moon will appear over the Salton Sea at 7:33
p.m. and the Sun will go down approximately 15 minutes later. For
fifteen minutes both the Sun and the Moon will appear in the sky.
Meet at the Nature Center. Call for reservations, 760-767-3098.
Font's Wash can be soft and sandy. Let us know if you have 4WD and
if you can take additional passengers.
