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SUMMARY:Volcanoes & Trail Dust: Picacho Peak Hike
DESCRIPTION:Location: Picacho Peak Recreation Area\, Las Cruces\, NM\nTotal Distance: About 3.5 miles. Our guides will make frequent stops along the way. \nEver wondered about that volcano in our backyard or what the “Butterfield Trail” was? Join us for a scenic\, guided hike in the Picacho Peak Recreation area of the Organ Mountains-Desert Peaks National Monument and learn about the national monument\, the geology of our area and the historic Butterfield Overland Trail. This hike does not go to the peak but around the area. Please note that this hike is Part 1 of a two-part series and will have a stronger emphasis on the geology of the area. \nHike is led by Anne Peslier and Mary Hoffman \nTrail Conditions & Gear: \nThis hike is rated moderate due to some rocky and sandy terrain\, uneven ground\, and a few short inclines and descents. Hiking poles and comfortable hiking shoes or boots will be helpful and hikers should bring at least 1 liter of water. No water or restrooms will be available on this hike. Remember to dress for the weather and check weather conditions before the hike. \nDriving Directions: \nTake US Highway 70 west from Las Cruces to Picacho Hills. Turn north on Picacho Hills Drive and after 1 mile continue west on Barcelona Ridge Road. Travel 1 mile west and turn north on Anthem Road. Follow Anthem Road for 1 mile to its end. Turn north on Picacho Mountain Loop Road (unpaved) and follow this for 1.5 miles to the trailhead parking area. A 4-wheel drive vehicle is recommended due to some rough and sandy areas in the unpaved road
URL:https://organmountainsdesertpeaks.org/event/volcanoes-trail-dust-picacho-peak-hike-5/
LOCATION:Picacho Peak Recreation Area
ORGANIZER;CN="Friends of the Organ Mountains-Desert Peaks":MAILTO:jessica@organmtnfriends.org
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SUMMARY:Peña Blanca Guided Hike
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a guided hike led by Tom Dormody\, where you’ll discover the local plants and history of the area! The hike covers a distance of 3.5 miles round-trip.\nDue to the nature of this Wilderness Area\, we must limit the number of participants for this hike. Registration is required to attend! \nMORE INFO \nTo reach the starting point\, take the Mesquite exit off I-10 and head east on County Road 8059. Continue on County Road 8059 until you cross Las Alturas Drive (the east side frontage road of I-10). Keep heading east until you arrive at the Sierra Vista Trailhead parking lot\, where we’ll begin our hike at 2:00 PM.  \n\nTrail difficulty: Challenging\nEstimated duration: Approximately 3 hours-3.5 miles\n\nRECOMMENDED GEAR: \n\nTrekking poles and sturdy hiking shoes are advised.\nPlease ensure you stay hydrated before and during the hike\, and bring along some light snacks\n\nFor everyone’s safety and enjoyment\, please ensure you are physically prepared for this hike.
URL:https://organmountainsdesertpeaks.org/event/pena-blanca-guided-hike-7/
LOCATION:Peña Blanca\, County rd B059- 32.21004\, -106.61459\, Mesquite\, NM\, 88048\, United States
CATEGORIES:Docent Hike
ORGANIZER;CN="Friends of the Organ Mountains-Desert Peaks":MAILTO:jessica@organmtnfriends.org
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SUMMARY:Organ Mtn Jubilee
DESCRIPTION:Organ Mountains Jubilee\nHosted by Bureau of Land Management Las Cruces District\nOctober 24th from 9am-4pm! \nLive music\, public lands and outdoor recreation pals\, a kid zone\, food trucks\, guided hikes and strolls\, and activities for all ages! Best of all\, this event is free! Just swing by one of the pickup locations for your free tickets. Bring those tickets with you and your crew and give current gas prices the side eye as you park at the New Mexico Farm and Ranch Museum and let the free shuttle bring you up the mountain to the festivities! Come out and see us; bring your hiking boots or your dancing shoes!
URL:https://organmountainsdesertpeaks.org/event/organ-mtn-jubilee/
LOCATION:Dripping Springs Visitor Center\, 15000 Dripping Springs Rd\, Las Cruces\, NM\, 88011\, United States
ORGANIZER;CN="Bureau of Land of Management":MAILTO:agiove@blm.gov
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20261031T081500
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20261031T103000
DTSTAMP:20261027T171755Z
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SUMMARY:HalloWing: A Bird Walk with the Friends
DESCRIPTION:Join the Friends of the Organ Mountains-Desert Peaks for a morning of birdwatching\, community\, and Halloween fun! \nCome explore the birds of the Chihuahuan Desert with guided bird walks led by Estrella Posada of Siempre Birds and Jennifer Montoya of Mesilla Valley Audubon. \nSaturday\, October 31\, 2026\nTime: 8:15 AM\nLocation: La Cueva Group Site + Trailhead: Dripping Springs Natural Area \nAll ages and experience levels are welcome! Costumes are encouraged\, so feel free to dress as your favorite bird! \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\nThe meeting spot will be at the second parking lot in the La Cueva Picnic Area (Keep driving past first parking lot)\nThis is a free event but there is a $5 parking fee\n  \nTo register go to: \nhttps://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSc0ttNId5llvQxG4dMrBg5ATFVTd92ON1rKX0B0L-DNHCTU3w/formResponse
URL:https://organmountainsdesertpeaks.org/event/hallowing-a-bird-walk-with-the-friends/
LOCATION:La Cueva Picnic Area\, Las Cruces\, NM\, 88011\, United States
ORGANIZER;CN="Friends of the Organ Mountains-Desert Peaks":MAILTO:jessica@organmtnfriends.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20261105T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20261105T200000
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SUMMARY:Pre-Bird Market
DESCRIPTION:PreBird Market is coming up!\nJoin us November 5th from 5pm-8pm at the Downtown Plaza de Las Cruces to celebrate the 10th annual DangerBird and the community that makes it all possible!\nFREE & OPEN TO THE PUBLIC! (Please take good care of our local vendors & be kind)\nWhether you’re riding Dangerbird or not\, everyone is welcome! Come support local vendors\, entertainment\, food\, fun for the whole family & all things bikes.\n\nEntertainment:Sonido Crudo will be spinning Latin vinyl jamsMariachi begins at 6 PM\n Food trucks & snacks:Grab dinner from Sanno or Wannabe Farms\, and stop by Francy Lemonade\, Monet’s Cookies\, and more local vendors joining us!\nSafe Routes to School\, SNMTB & FOMDP will have have youth activities! Bring your kiddos\, their bikes\, and helmets for a short bike ride\, an obstacle course and more! If you don’t have a bike\, we’ll have plenty of other fun activities for youth to enjoy.\n Mackenzie will be there stamping clothing items in exchange for donation! (one item per person)\n\nThank you to our event sponsors:Visit Las CrucesNM TrueEl Paso ElectricPicacho Coffee Roasters\nNew Mexico Outdoor Recreation
URL:https://organmountainsdesertpeaks.org/event/pre-bird-market/
LOCATION:Downtown Plaza de Las Cruces
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20261107T090000
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SUMMARY:Baylor Canyon West Trailhead-Guided Hike
DESCRIPTION:The Civil War Comes to the Mesilla Valley and Organ Mountains\nNov 7 from 9am-11am \nJoin us to learn about the history and ethnobotany of the area. We will begin our hike programming right at 9am so please plan to arrive on time to avoid missing out. \nMORE INFO: \nModerate level \nThis is an educational hike & will make frequent stops. \nPARKING: \nFree parking lot \nBaylor Pass Trail (west side of Organ Mountains) \nRECOMMENDED GEAR: \nPlenty of water \nSnacks \nGood hiking shoes \nSunscreen/Bug spray \nHiking poles recommended \n 
URL:https://organmountainsdesertpeaks.org/event/baylor-canyon-west-trailhead-2/
LOCATION:Baylor Canyon
ORGANIZER;CN="Friends of the Organ Mountains-Desert Peaks":MAILTO:jessica@organmtnfriends.org
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CREATED:20261028T200852Z
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SUMMARY:The Geology and Mining History of Fillmore Canyon-Guided Hike
DESCRIPTION:Join Tom Dormody on a hike to Fillmore Canyon. Learn about indigenous plant uses and the history of the Modoc Mine. \nLocation: Fillmore Canyon Trail-First La Cueva parking lot/picnic area \nDuration: about 3 hours \nTotal Distance: About 2.5 miles. Please expect frequent stops along the way \nTrail Conditions & Gear: \nModerate difficulty due to elevation gains and losses on uneven/loose surfaces. Hiking poles and comfortable hiking shoes or boots will be helpful and hikers should bring at least 1 liter of water and snacks. Remember to dress for the weather and check weather conditions before the hike. Expect many stops along the way! \nDriving Directions: \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 \nThe meeting spot will be at the first parking lot in the La Cueva Group Site \nThis is a free event but there is a $5 parking fee \n  \nDUE TO THE TRAIL BEING IN A WILDERNESS AREA\, WE MUST LIMIT OUR CAPACITY 
URL:https://organmountainsdesertpeaks.org/event/the-geology-and-mining-history-of-fillmore-canyon-guided-hike/
LOCATION:La Cueva Picnic Area\, Las Cruces\, NM\, 88011\, United States
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DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20261122T233000
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SUMMARY:Fillmore Canyon Guided Hike
DESCRIPTION:Join Don Dapkus to learn about indigenous plant uses and the history of the Modoc Mine. \nLocation: Fillmore Canyon Trail-First La Cueva parking lot/picnic area \nDuration: about 3 hours \nTotal Distance: About 2.5 miles. Please expect frequent stops along the way \nTrail Conditions & Gear: \nModerate difficulty due to elevation gains and losses on uneven/loose surfaces. Hiking poles and comfortable hiking shoes or boots will be helpful and hikers should bring at least 1 liter of water and snacks. Remember to dress for the weather and check weather conditions before the hike. Expect many stops along the way! \nDriving Directions: \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 \nThe meeting spot will be at the first parking lot in the La Cueva Group Site \nThis is a free event but there is a $5 parking fee \n  \nDUE TO THE TRAIL BEING IN A WILDERNESS AREA\, WE MUST LIMIT OUR CAPACITY 
URL:https://organmountainsdesertpeaks.org/event/fillmore-canyon-guided-hike-5/
LOCATION:La Cueva Picnic Area\, Las Cruces\, NM\, 88011\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20261128T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20261128T113000
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SUMMARY:Volcanoes & Trail Dust: Picacho Peak Hike
DESCRIPTION:Location: Picacho Peak Recreation Area\, Las Cruces\, NM\nTotal Distance: About 3.5 miles. Our guides will make frequent stops along the way. \nEver wondered about that volcano in our backyard or what the “Butterfield Trail” was? Join us for a scenic\, guided hike in the Picacho Peak Recreation area of the Organ Mountains-Desert Peaks National Monument and learn about the national monument\, the geology of our area and the historic Butterfield Overland Trail. This hike does not go to the peak but around the area. Please note that this hike is Part 2 of a two-part series and will have a stronger emphasis on the history of the area. \nHike is led by Anne Peslier and Mary Hoffman \nTrail Conditions & Gear: \nThis hike is rated moderate due to some rocky and sandy terrain\, uneven ground\, and a few short inclines and descents. Hiking poles and comfortable hiking shoes or boots will be helpful and hikers should bring at least 1 liter of water. No water or restrooms will be available on this hike. Remember to dress for the weather and check weather conditions before the hike. \nDriving Directions: \nTake US Highway 70 west from Las Cruces to Picacho Hills. Turn north on Picacho Hills Drive and after 1 mile continue west on Barcelona Ridge Road. Travel 1 mile west and turn north on Anthem Road. Follow Anthem Road for 1 mile to its end. Turn north on Picacho Mountain Loop Road (unpaved) and follow this for 1.5 miles to the trailhead parking area. A 4-wheel drive vehicle is recommended due to some rough and sandy areas in the unpaved road
URL:https://organmountainsdesertpeaks.org/event/__trashed-2/
LOCATION:Picacho Peak Recreation Area
ORGANIZER;CN="Friends of the Organ Mountains-Desert Peaks":MAILTO:jessica@organmtnfriends.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20261128T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20261128T113000
DTSTAMP:20261105T191518Z
CREATED:20261105T191322Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20261105T191518Z
UID:9932-1795856400-1795865400@organmountainsdesertpeaks.org
SUMMARY:Soledad Canyon/Bar Canyon
DESCRIPTION:Where: Soledad Canyon\nWhen: Saturday\, November 28th at 9 AM; expected finish around  11:30 AM\nDistance: Approximately 3 miles\nFamily-friendly event! \nJoin Jim Enright for this moderate hike of about 3 miles\, which will take roughly 2.5 hours. Learn about the history of Simmers homestead\, botany\, geology\, maple leaves hopefully turning colors. The trail is well maintained but somewhat rocky with loose rocks\, so supportive shoes & hiking poles are recommended. Make sure to take plenty of water\, snacks\, and sun protection. There are no restrooms or water available at the beginning or along the hike\, so come prepared. \nThere is no fee to park in this area
URL:https://organmountainsdesertpeaks.org/event/soledad-canyon-bar-canyon-3/
LOCATION:Soledad Canyon\, 13300 Soledad Canyon Rd\, Las Cruces\, NM\, 88011\, United States
CATEGORIES:Docent Hike
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ORGANIZER;CN="Friends of the Organ Mountains-Desert Peaks":MAILTO:jessica@organmtnfriends.org
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