September 1 (Tuesday) 5:30-8:00 PM
Easy to Moderate Paced Conditioning Hike. We will be doing weekly Tuesday evening hikes through September. Hikes are about 4 miles, with minimal to moderate elevation gain in the parks and foothills of the Reno-Sparks area. We hike about 2 hours. Please call the hike hotline (473-1445) for directions and trail descriptions. DL. Leaders: Yvonne Jerome, Karen Todd, Kelly Johns. Moderately easy.
September 2 (Wednesday) 5:30-8:00 PM
Fast-Paced Conditioning Hike. Join us on outings that are generally 4-5 miles RT and elevations gains of 1,000+ feet, in the surrounding foothills of the Truckee Meadows. About 2 hours long. Bring plenty of water, trail shoes, and clothing for conditions. Learn about local flora, fauna, and places to hike locally. Call the hotline number (473-1445) for weekly directions and trail descriptions. DOK. Leader: Holly Coughlin. Moderate to Mod. Strenuous.
September 3 (Thursday) 5:30-8:00 PM
Moderately-Paced Conditioning Hike. Hike in the foothills surrounding the Truckee Meadows at a moderate pace for 3-4 miles and gains generally under 1,000 ft. About 2 hours long. Learn about local flora, fauna, or places to go. Call the hotline (473-1445) for weekly directions and trail descriptions. DL. Leaders: Gracie Caudill, Bill Myatt. Moderate.
September 5 (Saturday) 8:30-4:30 PM
Loop Hike to WestWing of Relay Peak. On the way up to Relay Peak's summit (10,330 ft) we'll follow the original TRT trail (forest service road). We'll go on over to reach the high knob out on the West Wing for lunch. However, on the return, we'll stay low -- departing the West Wing directly onto the lower TRT southward yielding extensive new vistas. Short car shuttle from Tahoe Mdws back up Rte 431 summit. 12 mile loop with 1,800 ft total ascent. Contact Gary Hanneman (775-425-3742 or 775-336-7698 cell), gphanneman@charter.net) for meeting details.
September 8 (Tuesday) 5:30-8:00 PM
Easy to Moderate Paced Conditioning Hike. We will be doing weekly Tuesday evening hikes through September. Hikes are about 4 miles, with minimal to moderate elevation gain in the parks and foothills of the Reno-Sparks area. We hike about 2 hours. Please call the hike hotline (473-1445) for directions and trail descriptions. DL. Leaders: Yvonne Jerome, Karen Todd, Kelly Johns. Moderately easy.
September 9 (Wednesday) 5:30-8:00 PM
Fast-Paced Conditioning Hike. Join us on outings that are generally 4-5 miles RT and elevations gains of 1,000+ feet, in the surrounding foothills of the Truckee Meadows. About 2 hours long. Bring plenty of water, trail shoes, and clothing for conditions. Learn about local flora, fauna, and places to hike locally. Call the hotline number (473-1445) for weekly directions and trail descriptions. DOK. Leader: Holly Coughlin. Moderate to Mod. Strenuous.
September 10 (Thursday) 7:00 - 9:00 PM
Program Meeting: The Bats of Nevada. Nevada Dept. of Wildlife biologist, Jenni Jeffers, will tell us everything you ever wanted to know about the bats of Nevada at the Great Basin Group's next program meeting in September. Did you know that there are 23 species of bats in Nevada or that Reno has one of the largest bat colonies in the state? Or, that bats eat thousands of mosquitos each night and fewer than half of one-percent contract rabies? Using radio telemetry and night vision equipment, Jenni has conducted extensive research to learn about their foraging, hibernation, migration, and roosting locations. At the meeting you'll learn about her research and the measures that the NDOW is taking to help protect Nevada's rapidly dwindling bat population. All programs are free and open to the public. For more information, contact Valerie Andersen at (775) 828-0302. Date: Sept. 10 Time: 7:00 social, 7:30 Program. Location: Bartley Ranch Regional Park, Reno.
September 10 (Thursday) 5:30-8:00 PM
Moderately-Paced Conditioning Hike. Hike in the foothills surrounding the Truckee Meadows at a moderate pace for 3-4 miles and gains generally under 1,000 ft. About 2 hours long. Learn about local flora, fauna, or places to go. Call the hotline (473-1445) for weekly directions and trail descriptions. DL. Leaders: Gracie Caudill, Bill Myatt. Moderate.
September 12 (Saturday) 8:30-4:00 PM
Machado Postpiles Day Hike in the Carson Pass Area. The existence and location of these natural hexagonal basalt columns, similar to, but believed to be millions of years older that the Devil's Postpile near Mammoth, were not confirmed until about 1990. Numerous large erratics near beginning of the hike. Trip is about 5 miles RT and 800 feet of gain. Not on a trail. ND. Leader: T A Taro (775-530-2935). Moderate.
September 12 (Saturday) 8:00-5:00 PM
Christopher's Loop above Lake Tahoe. Follow a white-sand forest service road, rising higher and higher to reach evergreens and white granite up on the TRT. From this point we'll head southward to reach the spectacular viewpoint .5 miles directly above the turquoise waters of Lake Tahoe's Sand Harbor. Trip is about 12 miles RT and 2,300 feet of gain. DOK. Leaders: Gary Hanneman (425-3742, gphanneman@charter.net), Holly Coughlin (331-7488). Strenuous.
September 15 (Tuesday) 5:30-7:45 PM
Easy to Moderate Paced Conditioning Hike. We will be doing weekly Tuesday evening hikes through September. Hikes are about 4 miles, with minimal to moderate elevation gain in the parks and foothills of the Reno-Sparks area. We hike about 2 hours. Please call the hike hotline (473-1445) for directions and trail descriptions. DL. Leaders: Yvonne Jerome, Karen Todd, Kelly Johns. Moderately easy.
September 16 (Wednesday) 5:30-7:45 PM
Fast-Paced Conditioning Hike. Join us on outings that are generally 4-5 miles RT and elevations gains of 1,000+ feet, in the surrounding foothills of the Truckee Meadows. About 2 hours long. Bring plenty of water, trail shoes, and clothing for conditions. Learn about local flora, fauna, and places to hike locally. Call the hotline number (473-1445) for weekly directions and trail descriptions. DOK. Leader: Holly Coughlin. Moderate to Mod. Strenuous.
September 17 (Thursday) 5:30-7:45 PM
Moderately-Paced Conditioning Hike. Hike in the foothills surrounding the Truckee Meadows at a moderate pace for 3-4 miles and gains generally under 1,000 ft. About 2 hours long. Learn about local flora, fauna, or places to go. Call the hotline (473-1445) for weekly directions and trail descriptions. DL. Leaders: Gracie Caudill, Bill Myatt. Moderate.
September 17 (Thursday) 6:30-8:00 PM
Photography River Walk. Easy walk along the Truckee River. Graham will discuss all aspects of digital photography. We will start and end at a designated place for sunset shots. Graham is a retired professional photographer. ND. Trip limit 15. Leader: Graham Stafford (686-8478, graham@grahamstafford.com). Easy.
September 19 (Saturday) 8:30-4:00 PM
Mt. Rose Day hike. Join us on a hike of a local favorite. Fabulous views of Reno and Lake Tahoe. 10 miles RT and 2,400 feet of gain. Learn about flora and fauna as we trek. ND. Leaders: Pat Kleames (359-5089), Doug Cauldwell (331-7814). Strenuous.
September 19 (Saturday) 9:00-2:00 Pm
White's Creek Day Hike. Let's celebrate fall by exploring White's Creek. Examine colorful trees during this easy walk, slow-paced, friendly. About 4 miles RT and 500 gain possible. Dogs welcome. DOK. Leaders: Marge Sill (322-2867), Vicki Smith (826-0932). Easy.
September 19-20 (Saturday/Sunday)
National Public Lands Day in the Black Rock. A weekend event of volunteer work and fun in the Black Rock. We'll work one day and play the next. Primitive car camping with leave no trace principles. ND. Trip limit 10. Leader: David Book (843-6443). Easy.
September 22 (Tuesday) 5:30-7:30 PM
Easy to Moderate Paced Conditioning Hike. We will be doing weekly Tuesday evening hikes through September. Hikes are about 4 miles, with minimal to moderate elevation gain in the parks and foothills of the Reno-Sparks area. We hike about 2 hours. Please call the hike hotline (473-1445) for directions and trail descriptions. DL. Leaders: Yvonne Jerome, Karen Todd, Kelly Johns. Moderately easy.
September 23 (Wednesday) 5:30-7:30 PM
Fast-Paced Conditioning Hike. Join us on outings that are generally 4-5 miles RT and elevations gains of 1,000+ feet, in the surrounding foothills of the Truckee Meadows. About 2 hours long. Bring plenty of water, trail shoes, and clothing for conditions. Learn about local flora, fauna, and places to hike locally. Call the hotline number (473-1445) for weekly directions and trail descriptions. DOK. Leader: Holly Coughlin. Moderate to Mod. Strenuous.
September 24 (Thursday) 5:30-7:30 PM
Moderately-Paced Conditioning Hike. Hike in the foothills surrounding the Truckee Meadows at a moderate pace for 3-4 miles and gains generally under 1,000 ft. About 2 hours long. Learn about local flora, fauna, or places to go. Call the hotline (473-1445) for weekly directions and trail descriptions. DL. Leaders: Gracie Caudill, Bill Myatt. Moderate.
September 26 (Saturday) 7:00-5:00 PM
Leavitt Peak Day Hike. Hike up Leavitt Peak, elev. 11,569. Trip is about 13 miles RT, mostly above 10,00 feet, and has 3,500 feet of gain. Learn some history of the area. Hikers must be experienced and conditioned. ND. Leader: T A Taro (775-530-2935). Strenuous.
September 27 (Sunday) 8:30-4:00 PM
Chimney Beach to Marlette Lake. We're going to follow this beautiful but less crowded trail from opposite Chimney Beach up to the Marlette Lake Dam. We'll then follow along the lake south, do a short portion of the Spooner to Marlette Trail before turning back and returning on the same trail. Fantastic views of Lake Tahoo. 9 miles RT 1500' gain. ND Leader: Donna Inversin (775-315-6763). Moderately strenuous.
September 25-27 (Friday/Sunday)
Black Rock Exploration and Photography Car Camp. Graham will lead a full weekend of photography and exploration of the Black Rock Desert out of Soldier Meadows hot springs. Please contact by Tuesday, the 22nd to get on the trip list. Graham is a retired professional photographer who will discuss all aspects of digital photography and will spend time with each participant to help them to get to know their camera. DOK. Trip limit 12. Leader: Graham Stafford (686-8478, graham@grahamstafford.com). Easy and fun.
September 29 (Tuesday) 5:30-7:30 PM
Easy to Moderate Paced Conditioning Hike. We will be doing weekly Tuesday evening hikes through September. Hikes are about 4 miles, with minimal to moderate elevation gain in the parks and foothills of the Reno-Sparks area. We hike about 2 hours. Please call the hike hotline (473-1445) for directions and trail descriptions. DL. Leaders: Yvonne Jerome, Karen Todd, Kelly Johns. Moderately easy.
September 30 (Wednesday) 5:30-7:30 PM
Last of Holly's Fast-Paced Conditioning Hikes. Join us on outings that are generally 4-5 miles RT and elevations gains of 1,000+ feet, in the surrounding foothills of the Truckee Meadows. About 2 hours long. Bring plenty of water, trail shoes, and clothing for conditions. Learn about local flora, fauna, and places to hike locally. Call the hotline number (473-1445) for weekly directions and trail descriptions. DOK. Leader: Holly Coughlin. Moderate to Mod. Strenuous.
September 31 (Thursday) 5:30-7:30 PM
Moderately-Paced Conditioning Hike. Hike in the foothills surrounding the Truckee Meadows at a moderate pace for 3-4 miles and gains generally under 1,000 ft. About 2 hours long. Learn about local flora, fauna, or places to go. Call the hotline (473-1445) for weekly directions and trail descriptions. DL. Leaders: Gracie Caudill, Bill Myatt. Moderate.
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