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SUMMARY:Botany Workshop\, Hike and Tutorial w/ BLM Botanist Kirsten Romig
DESCRIPTION:Join us in commemorating the 10-year anniversary of the Organ Mountains-Desert Peaks National Monument designation! Together with our partners from our local Bureau of Land Management\, we have organized a month-long series of events to mark this significant occasion.\nJoin us for a Botany Workshop\, Hike and Tutorial with BLM Botanist Kirsten Romig. Explore the beauty of nature and learn the art of plant identification through taxonomic details.  This hands-on experience will include using dichotomous keys to unlock the secrets of plant species. Get ready for a 4.5 mile hike that will leave you feeling exhilarated and knowledgeable. Don’t miss out on this adventurous and educational event! \n  \nRecommended: \nLunch\, snacks\, water\, adequate hiking gear\, sunscreen\, and hats with wide brims. \n 
URL:https://organmountainsdesertpeaks.org/event/botany-workshop-hike-and-tutorial-w-blm-botanist-kirsten-romig/
LOCATION:Aguirre Springs
CATEGORIES:Monument Anniversary
ORGANIZER;CN="Bureau of Land of Management":MAILTO:agiove@blm.gov
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SUMMARY:Peña Blanca Guided Hike
DESCRIPTION:Join us in commemorating the 10-year anniversary of the Organ Mountains-Desert Peaks National Monument designation! Together with our partners from our local Bureau of Land Management\, we have organized a month-long series of events to mark this significant occasion.\nCome join BLM archaeologist\, Garrett Letterman for a hike to Peña Blanca in the Organ Mountains-Desert Peaks National Monument! Attendees will learn about the prehistory of the Peña Blanca area and the importance of Leave No Trace at archaeological sites. (~3.5miles\, roundtrip) \nCounty rd B059- 32.21004\, -106.61459\, Mesquite\, NM 88011 \n  \nRecommended: \nWater\, good shoes\, snacks\, sunscreen
URL:https://organmountainsdesertpeaks.org/event/pena-blanca-guided-hike-2/
LOCATION:Peña Blanca\, County rd B059- 32.21004\, -106.61459\, Mesquite\, NM\, 88048\, United States
CATEGORIES:Monument Anniversary
ORGANIZER;CN="Bureau of Land of Management":MAILTO:agiove@blm.gov
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20240519T083000
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SUMMARY:Plein Air Painting Workshop Monument AiR
DESCRIPTION:Join us in commemorating the 10-year anniversary of the Organ Mountains-Desert Peaks National Monument designation! Together with our partners from our local Bureau of Land Management\, we have organized a month-long series of events to mark this significant occasion.\nCalling all art lovers! We are thrilled to announce our Artist-in-Residence\, the talented Jane Peacock\, is hosting a plein air painting workshop at our beautiful monument. Whether you’re a seasoned pro or just starting out\, this is the perfect opportunity to immerse yourself in nature and let your creativity flow onto the canvas. So grab your palette and paint and join us for a day filled with art and sunshine.  See you there! \nHead to Dripping Springs Natural Area following University Ave/Dripping Springs Rd. (If you are at the Visitor Center at Dripping Springs\, you drove too far.) \nTake a left into the La Cueva area\, approximately 0.5 miles before reaching the Dripping Springs Visitors Center \nWe will be meeting at the large La Cueva Group-site \n  \nRecommended supplies include:\n\n\nEasel\n\n\nEasel umbrella perhaps\n\n\n\n\nTripod\n\n\nChair unless you will use the bench seats that are there\n\n\nBrushes of choice\n\n\nPaint of choice (acrylic\, watercolor\, oil\, whichever medium you prefer)\n\n\nPaper towels\n\n\nSomething to hold water for rinsing (there is a water source next to the pit toilet at the site)\n\n\nHat/other sun protection\n\n\nSome level of experience in painting with your preferred medium also recommended.\n\nShe plans to spend about 30 minutes introducing the group to plein air painting\, her process\, recommendations\, what products she has found work well for her in her experience\, etc and then a little time for questions and then time painting while she guides the group.
URL:https://organmountainsdesertpeaks.org/event/plein-air-painting-workshop-monument-air/
LOCATION:La Cueva Picnic Area\, Las Cruces\, NM\, 88011\, United States
CATEGORIES:Monument Anniversary
ORGANIZER;CN="Bureau of Land of Management":MAILTO:agiove@blm.gov
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20240519T190000
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SUMMARY:Night Sky Photography and Hike
DESCRIPTION:Join us in commemorating the 10-year anniversary of the Organ Mountains-Desert Peaks National Monument designation! Together with our partners from our local Bureau of Land Management\, we have organized a month-long series of events to mark this significant occasion.\nJoin photographer Taylor Axtell to learn how to capture the night skies on this night hike and workshop. (~2.5 miles\, roundtrip) \nHead to Dripping Springs Natural Area following University Ave/Dripping Springs Rd. (If you are at the Visitor Center at Dripping Springs\, you drove too far.) \nTake a left into the La Cueva area\, approximately 0.5 miles before reaching the Dripping Springs Visitors Center \nMeeting spot at La Cueva Parking lot \n 
URL:https://organmountainsdesertpeaks.org/event/night-sky-photography-and-hike/
LOCATION:La Cueva Picnic Area\, Las Cruces\, NM\, 88011\, United States
CATEGORIES:Monument Anniversary
ORGANIZER;CN="Bureau of Land of Management":MAILTO:agiove@blm.gov
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SUMMARY:Ethnobotany of the Chihuahuan Desert: Patio Talk & Optional Hike
DESCRIPTION:Join us in commemorating the 10-year anniversary of the Organ Mountains-Desert Peaks National Monument designation! Together with our partners from our local Bureau of Land Management\, we have organized a month-long series of events to mark this significant occasion.\nCalling all adventure seekers! Join us for an exciting talk on Chihuahuan Desert Ethnobotany with the knowledgeable BLM Archaeologist\, Garrett Leitermann. Unlock the secrets of this fascinating region and discover the rich history and traditional uses of desert plants. For those feeling extra adventurous\, stick around for a guided hike to La Cueva where you can see these plants in their natural habitat. Don’t miss out on this unique opportunity to expand your knowledge and explore the wonders of the area! \n  \nPARKING: \nHead to Dripping Springs Natural Area following University Ave/Dripping Springs Rd. (If you are at the Visitor Center at Dripping Springs\, you drove too far.) \nTake a left into the La Cueva area\, approximately 0.5 miles before reaching the Dripping Springs Visitors Center \nMeet at the La Cueva group-site \n  \nRECOMMENDED GEAR: \nWater \nGood hiking shoes \nSnacks \nSunscreen/Bug spray \n  \nNo registration necessary \n 
URL:https://organmountainsdesertpeaks.org/event/ethnobotany-of-the-chihuahuan-desert/
LOCATION:La Cueva Picnic Area\, Las Cruces\, NM\, 88011\, United States
CATEGORIES:Monument Anniversary
ORGANIZER;CN="Bureau of Land of Management":MAILTO:agiove@blm.gov
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20240525T080000
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SUMMARY:Prehistoric Trackways Guided Hike
DESCRIPTION:Join us in commemorating the 10-year anniversary of the Organ Mountains-Desert Peaks National Monument designation! Together with our partners from our local Bureau of Land Management\, we have organized a month-long series of events to mark this significant occasion.\nEmbark on a journey back in time on a 1.5-mile guided hike that leads you through the ice age and all the way back to the era before dinosaurs (making it a total of 3 miles round trip). \nLed by Amber Giove\, Park Ranger \n  \nPARKING: \nRidgeline Parking lot \n  \nRECOMMENDED GEAR: \nPlenty of water \nGood hiking shoes \nSnacks \nSunscreen/Bug spray \n  \nNo registration necessary \n 
URL:https://organmountainsdesertpeaks.org/event/prehistoric-trackways-guided-hike-2/
LOCATION:Prehistoric Trackways\, 4340 Rocky Acres Trail\, Las Cruces\, NM 88007
CATEGORIES:Monument Anniversary
ORGANIZER;CN="Bureau of Land of Management":MAILTO:agiove@blm.gov
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20240527T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20240527T103000
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CREATED:20240429T025748Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240429T033451Z
UID:5347-1716796800-1716805800@organmountainsdesertpeaks.org
SUMMARY:The Civil War Comes to the Mesilla Valley: Baylor Canyon Guided Hike
DESCRIPTION:MORE INFO: \nStep back in time and explore the battlefields of the Civil War in the Mesilla Valley with the fearless Tom Dormody as your guide. This easy to moderate hike will take you on a journey through history\, with the option to continue on to the challenging Baylor Pass trail. This hike is a total duration of 3-3.5 hours\, make sure to plan accordingly for this epic adventure. \n  \nPARKING: \nFree parking lot \nBaylor Pass Trail (west side of Organ Mountains) \n  \nRECOMMENDED GEAR: \nPlenty of water \nSnacks \nGood hiking shoes \nSunscreen/Bug spray \nHiking poles recommended \n 
URL:https://organmountainsdesertpeaks.org/event/the-civil-war-comes-to-the-mesilla-valley-baylor-canyon-guided-hike/
LOCATION:Baylor Canyon
CATEGORIES:Docent Hike,Monument Anniversary
ORGANIZER;CN="Friends of the Organ Mountains-Desert Peaks":MAILTO:jessica@organmtnfriends.org
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