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Weather tip: In general the temperature drops 5 degrees for every 1,000 feet of elevation change. Phoenix is 1,117 feet above sea level so a campground that is located at 5,000 feet should be about 20 degrees cooler than Phoenix.

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RSVP on the Web is very simple to use and this helps us ensure that we have enough food and drink for everyone and at the same time controls waste so we are able to keep the price of events as low as possible.

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Campgrounds and trailheads typically don't have "street addresses" but we do try to place the indicator as close to the site as possible.

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Our 30th Anniversary Spring Members' Party and Campout
Friday, March 12 - Sunday, March 14 (campout)

Saturday, March 13 (Members' party)

Come join Desert Adventures’ members – past and present – as we celebrate our 30th Anniversary. This is an extraordinary accomplishment for any organization!

Bring all your friends! Everyone is welcome! Don't camp? No problem! You can simply join us for the Spring Members' Party on Saturday night (or come early and join us for some of the other events). If you do decide to join us for camping you can choose one or two nights. The party, camping for one night or two nights, the choice is entirely yours! The fees for this event are set up so that you only pay for the parts you participate in!

The park is located 1.5 miles north of Carefree highway on 32nd Street. The group site has flush toilets, hot showers, fire ring, and 2 ramadas (tenters can camp around one ramada). The park also has over 11 miles of hiking trails to explore. Campers may arrive anytime after 2pm on Friday; check-out is by noon on Sunday.

The Saturday night dinner is free for all members ($10 for non-members). We'll provide hamburgers, hot dogs and veggie burgers as well as beer, soft drinks and water. Please bring an appetizer, side dish or dessert to share and don't forget to bring firewood. Whether you are camping or just joining us for the Saturday night dinner please click the RSVP icon below and RSVP on the Web so that we can be sure to provide enough food and drink for everyone.

Schedule of Events:

Friday, 7:30 pm – “Stargazing for Everyone” led by professional stargazer Tony La Conte

Saturday, 9:00 a.m. – group hike

Saturday, 1:00 p.m. – guided horseback trail-ride - $47 (plus tax) will be paid directly to Cave Creek Trail Rides

Saturday, 4:00 p.m. – cocktails

Saturday, 5:00 p.m. – dinner and 30th Anniversary Celebration

Need more information? Contact Phil at 602-237-6422 or 214-668-1368 (cell)

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Camping: For members the fee is $15 per unit per night plus $5 per person (not per night) and the Saturday night dinner is free.

For guests (non-members) the fee is $15 per unit per night plus $23 per person (not per night) plus $10 for the Saturday night dinner.

Saturday Night Party: If you will only be joining us on Saturday the dinner is free for all Desert Adventurers members, $10 for guests (non-members). Guests may "pay at the door" for dinner. Don't forget that there is a $6 per carload "day use" fee that you will need to pay directly to the park (so carpool and save).

If you're paying attention you will notice that a full weekend for a non-member will cost $28 more than a member. Since an annual membership is only $25 you'd save money by simply joining the club!

If you plan to go on the horseback trail ride make sure that you bring $47 (plus tax) with you.

 

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A Mid-Week Hike
Wednesday, March 17
9:00 am

Here's your chance to show us that there's a demand for mid-week events!

We’ll meet under the Ramada at the trailhead. Toilet facilities and a cold water fountain are available at this site. There are many different hikes from this side. The group will decide which hike we will take. The hike will be about 2 to 2 ½ hours. We’ll lunch afterward at some place close by.

Bring the usual: water, good hiking boots, and a snack.

Directions: From Shea, take 40th St. South for about a mile. 40th St. dead ends at the Trail Head.

If you have any questions contact your trip leader, Roy Conely, at 602-485-4176.

There is no fee for this event!

 

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Segway Tour of Tucson
Saturday, March 20
12:00 noon for lunch, 2:00 pm for the tour

Climb aboard a self-balancing, battery-powered Segway PT for an unparalleled sightseeing experience! With insightful commentary provided by a professional guide, you’ll glide right up alongside Tucson’s greatest landmarks!

If anyone wants to carpool, meet at IKEA (I-10 and Warner) at 9:30 a.m.; otherwise, meet at Caruso’s at noon.

We will stop for lunch at noon at Caruso’s Italian Restaurant, 434 North 4th Avenue Tucson, Arizona 85705, (520) 624-5765 (everyone is on his/her own for payment of lunch).

The tour begins at 2:00 pm at Fourth Avenue and 6th Street in Tucson (exact meeting location details will be provided upon purchase of tickets).

If you have any questions contact your hosts, Tony and Ty Montano at 480-393-0732.

The fee for this event is $68 for members, $70 for guests (non-members). This includes tax but does not include tip. Only 10 tickets are available and they must be purchased by the March Social Meeting (March 2) and is non-refundable after that date.

 

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McDowell Mountains Campout
Friday, March 26 - Sunday, March 28

It’s the first time Jeff is leading a campout, what could go wrong/right? A Desert Adventures Special Event!

Check-in time on Friday is noon, and we need to be out by noon on Sunday. If you’ve been to the McDowells, you know it’s a great campsite—if you have not, come on out, and hang with your friends for the weekend! Flush toilets, water, electricity, and facilities for tenters and RV’s will be available. Not a lot of rules, we’ll be quiet at 10pm, dogs must be kept on leashes, and no, unfortunately, glass bottles.

The cocktail hour will begin at 4pm-ish and it's BYOB. As always, please bring firewood! Jeff will be providing his soon-to-be-famous spaghetti and meatballs, your favorite camping cuisine! Bring a side dish or dessert in keeping with our Italian theme! And don’t forget firewood!

Any questions? Give Jeff a call at 623-780-1717 or 623-670-8909

Directions: From central Phoenix take Loop 202 east to Beeline Hwy (SR 87) to Shea Blvd. Travel west on Shea Blvd to Saguaro Blvd, turn north. Continue through Fountain Hills to Fountain Hills Blvd, turn right, and travel 4 miles to the McDowell Mountain Regional Park entrance.

The fee for this event is $15 per site per night plus $5 per person for members, $15 per person for guests (this additional fee is not per night). The Saturday night dinner is included for campers. If you're not camping but joining us for the dinner it's $5 per person for members and $7 for guests (non-members).

 

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Second Annual Easter Bonnet Brunch
Saturday (not Easter Sunday), April 3
11 am - 3 pm

4010 N 13th Ave in central Phoenix

We had so much fun last year we decided to hold the Easter Bonnet Brunch again this year! We will have screwdrivers, bloody marys, wine and soft drinks available. Please bring a side dish to share.

Don't forget to wear your Easter Bonnet! The parade will begin at 1 pm! There will be prizes for the biggest, the best and the butchest!

For more information contact your trip leader Phil at 602-237-6422 (home) 214-668-1368 (cell).

RSVP for this event!The fee for this event is $15 for members, $17 for guests (non-members). You may pay at the door for this event but please click the RSVP image on the left and RSVP on the Web so that we can be sure to have enough food and drink available!

 

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Monthly Social Meeting
Tuesday, April 6
7:00 pm

The Monthly Social Meeting is a great way to meet some of our members and to get the 411 on upcoming events. The event leaders will be there to answer any questions you may have. Everyone is welcome!

Click here for more details on our monthly meetings

 

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Light Rail Scavenger Hunt
Saturday, April 10
1:00 pm (for sign in and instructions)

Use the light rail system to search the city for answers to 20+ clues. You will need to board and exit the light rail system at various locations in order to find the answers. First, second, and third place prizes will be awarded based upon the most correct answers and best time. It is recommended that you form teams of 2 to 3 persons; however, no more than 4 persons per team will be allowed.

We'll meet at the 19th Avenue and Camelback Road park-and-ride lot (the lot is located on the southeast corner of Camelback Road and 19th Avenue).

Bring: Pen or pencil to record your answers, comfortable shoes, water, sun screen, etc. The hunt will take approximately 2½ hours.

For any questions contact your trip leader, Jim, at 602-954-9139.

The fee for this event is $5 per team (team entry fee). Each person is responsible to purchase their own $3.50 all day light rail pass before boarding the train (do it early before sign-in).

 

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Phoenix Pride Parade and Festival
Saturday, April 17 - Sunday, April 18

For more information check out the web site!

This is not a DA event but we like to keep our members informed about the big events around town!

 

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Usery Mountain Campout
Friday, April 23 - Sunday, April 25
Ramada A in the group site

Join us for our return to Usery Mountain Regional Park. Located in the Valley’s east side, this park takes in 3,648 acres set at the western end of the Goldfield Mountains, adjacent to the Tonto National Forest. The park contains a large variety of plants and animals that call the lower Sonoran Desert home. Along the most popular feature of the park, the Wind Cave Trail, water seeps from the roof of the alcove to support hanging gardens of Rock Daisy. The Wind Cave is formed at the boundary between the volcanic tuff and granite on Pass Mountain. Breathtaking views from this 2,840-foot elevation are offered to all visitors.

You can arrive anytime after 12:00 on Friday, April 23rd. Pay your $12 per unit per night fee at the entrance hut. Drive into group site A, & pick a spot. Usery Mountain Regional Park offers over 29 miles of trails for hiking, mountain biking, and horseback riding. Park trails range in length from 0.2 miles to over 7 miles and range in difficulty from easy to difficult.

Chicken fettuccine meal and green salad will be served at 6:00 Saturday. Please bring an appetizer or a side dish to share. Wine, cheese, and fruit will be provided at about 4:30. Dessert will also be provided. Please contact you trip leader after that date so he can have a count for breakfast and dinner).

Community breakfast will be served at the Ramada each morning.

There is a toilet & shower facility, large Ramada, trash dumpster, dump station, & fire pit. Wood would be appreciated. There is drinking water. Your well-behaved dogs are welcome.

Your trip leader has organized a relaxing campout. Quiet time is 10 pm-6 am. Please be respectful of your fellow campers. No arrivals between 11 pm -5 am.

Check out time on Sunday is noon.

Take the Loop 202 north or south to McDowell. Head east on McDowell for about 3 miles until McDowell ends at Usery Pass Rd. Head north on Usery Pass Rd. for about 1.5 miles to the entrance of the park. Proceed to the entrance hut. When you arrive simply tell the park ranger that you are with Desert Adventures and pay either your per unit fee or you day use fee.

Your trip leader is Stan McWhorter who can be reached at camper.goodyear@gmail.com or send a text to 623-238-4435.

The fee for camping is $12 per unit (trailer or tent) per night and needs to be paid directly to the park when you arrive. The Saturday night dinner fee which is paid to DA is $8 for members and $15 for guests.

If you are not camping but want to join us for the dinner you will need to pay the $6 per carload day use" fee directly to the park. The Saturday night dinner fee which is paid to DA is $5 for members and $7 for guests.

The dinner fees must be paid by the April Social Meeting (Tuesday, April 6).

 

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Cinco de Mayo Party
Saturday, May 1
5 pm - 9 pm

763 East Elmwood Place
Chandler, AZ 85249

Celebrate Desert Adventure’s Cinco De Mayo Party at Gregg’s Fabulous Oasis!

Enjoy the sun, Mexican food, adult refreshments, and take a dip in a very fabulous pool and spa! Please bring a lawn chair and towel.  Members: $15 Non-Members $17 Any questions? Call Jeff at 623-780-1717 or 623-670-8909.

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Long Valley Campout
Thursday, May 6 - Monday, May 10
Located north of Payson

Situated in the stately ponderosa pines, this site encompasses approximately 5 acres and is an old Forest Service Work Center. The elevation is approximately 6950 feet.

You can arrive anytime after 1 pm on Thursday, May 6th. On Saturday, dinner will be served at 5 pm and will feature extra-lean burgers and grilled chicken. We gather around the eating area at 4 pm for appetizers. Please bring an appetizer to share. Side dishes and dessert will be provided. Homemade Irish Crème will be available each night. Check out time on Monday is 11 am.

The site features: 3 grills, ten picnic tables, group fire pit and vault toilets. There is no drinking water or garbage collection, so please plan accordingly. Remember to bring food, drinking water, hiking gear and firewood. Well-behaved dogs are welcome.

On Saturday, we will be taking a private tour of the Fossil Creek Creamery, which includes a working goat and llama ranch. They have artisan goat's milk cheeses and fudge. Please see the separate flyer (below) for this event.

There are attractions nearby including: Matazal Casino, Battle of Big Dry Wash Historical Monument and Tonto Natural Bridge State Park (which will permanently close on June 3). Nearest full commercial services are in Payson. Partial services in Pine. Your trip leaders will once again be Mountain Men Joe and Hans who can be reached at LVWC@ComputerComprehension.com.

Directions: Take AZ-87 north through Payson, Pine and Strawberry. Approximately 7.4 miles outside of Strawberry, you will see the 260 on your left. Keep on the AZ-87 and shortly after mile marker 287, you will see a brown sign on the right for the upcoming 147. Just before 147, you will see a white sign showing AZ-8 continues ahead, and 147 is your right turn. Next, turn left onto 147A. Go less than 1 mile and the group site is on your right. I-17 is also an option. The geo coordinates are N34° 31' 16.248", W-111° 19' 47.568.

Event Fees: Base Fee Thursday Night Friday Night Saturday Night Sunday Night
Members $5 $4 $4 $8 $4
Guests (non-members) $15 $4 $4 $8 $4
To figure your cost start with the base fee then add the nights that you are camping.
For those joining us for Saturday night dinner only: Members - $5, Guests - $7.
You must prepay for this event by the May Social Meeting (Tuesday, May 4).
 

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Fossil Creek Creamery Llama and Goat Ranch Guided Tour
Saturday, May 8th
11:00 am
The Ranch at Fossil Creek in Strawberry
www.ranchatfossilcreek.com

The Ranch at Fossil Creek is located in the beautiful mountain setting of Strawberry, which is located 21.1 miles from the center of Payson. The Ranch at Fossil Creek is a working ranch and they raise llamas and dairy goats. This is also the home of Fossil Creek Creamery, where they make delicious and healthy artisan goat's milk cheeses and fudge.

First stop on the guided tour is the Ranch where you'll meet the llamas & dairy goats. You can gambol with the goats and will hear about llamas and the properties of their wool.

Next, your guided tour takes you inside the new, certified creamery. This tour of the creamery is an opportunity to hear about the process of turning goat milk into cheese and fudge. Then you will have a chance to sample and purchase the artisan goat milk cheeses and creamy, delicious fudge. Tour lasts approximately 1½ hour.

Goat's Milk Fudge from fresh goat's milk, it produces creamy, delicious fudge and comes in the several flavors.

Creamy Chevre Goat's Milk Cheese is available plain or with the following fresh herbs: Dill, Chives, Basil or Fennel.

Dessert Cheese a creamy cheese with Raspberry or Pear with Anise.

Goat Milk Soap and Crème containing wonderful coconut oil, palm oil, jojoba oil or sweet almond oil

Directions: Drive north thought Payson and Pine until you get to Strawberry. After entering Strawberry, you will curve to the right. Look for the Strawberry Lodge on your left. Turn left after the Lodge and you will be on Fossil Creek Road. Continue on Fossil Creek Road through Strawberry. At about 2.5 miles you will curve left. About .7 miles from the left curve, you will be at the Fossil Creek Creamery, on your left.

Note: The creamery tour has been scheduled in conjuction with the Long Valley Campout (see above). You don't have to participate in the campout to participate in the tour but since you'll be in the area why not join us for the Saturday night dinner ($5 for Members, $7 for guests).

Your trip leaders will once again be Goat Herders Joe & Hans who can be reached at GoatMilk@ComputerComprehension.com

The fee for this event is $6 for members and guests, $3 for kids under 12. Adults will receive $2.50 credit towards any purchase at the end of the tour. You must pay for this event by the May Social Meeting (Tuesday, May 4).

 

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Kings Canyon and Sequoia National Parks Campout
Memorial Day Weekend
Thursday, May 27th - Monday, May 31st

What a GIANT way to celebrate Memorial Day in the splendor of the enormous sequoias and the cool temperatures of the California Sierra Nevada Mountains!!!

Join your hosts, Chris, Jamie, Eric, and David for a fabulous DA national park woodsy adventure!!!

Sequoia and Kings Canyon National Parks are world-renowned for their giant sequoias, the signature tree in both parks. These adjoining parks located in the Sierra Nevada Mountains of California, offer many extraordinary sights beyond the largest living trees in the world. In addition to the "Big Trees," you'll discover:

  • A canyon deeper than the Grand Canyon
  • Mt. Whitney: tallest peak in contiguous US: 14,494’
  • The largest cave system in California
  • Granite domes
  • Cascading waterfalls
  • Stalactite-encrusted caves (additional fee for tour)
  • Native American pictographs
  • Beautiful flora and fauna

Combined, the parks total almost 800,000 acres and have over 800 miles of hiking trails that range from easy paths to steep mountain trails.

The fee includes dinner on Saturday night and a multitude of delicious snacks and libations too numerous to list. Please bring a side or appetizer to share for Saturday dinner. Please also bring firewood.

The campsite is in Kings Canyon NP, Cedar Grove area: Canyon View Group Site B. Tents only. Amenities include flush toilets !!! Also you are a short walk from a market, restaurant, showers, & laundry.

For RVs and pop-ups, please reserve space directly with the national park service in nearby King Canyons NP campgrounds (www.nps.gov).

Arrive after noon on Thursday and depart before noon on Monday. The drive is about 675 miles taking you through the spectacular California high desert, the stunning Tehachapi Mountains, and the fertile Central Valley. Consider carpooling.

Space is limited to 25, so reserve your spot early! To reserve your spot, please make your full payment to DA by May 20th, AND notify your trip leaders by emailing David at vidsmith@gmail.com or calling 480-262-7548.

The fee for this event is $35 for members, $45 for guests (non-members).

 

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Mt Lemmon Campout
Friday, June 4th - Sunday, June 6th

A beautiful weekend camping on Mt. Lemmon near 8000 ft. surrounded by the cool pines above Tucson is a great way to beat the heat this summer. We’ve got the Whitetail Group Campsite No. 5 reserved. It has a large Ramada, electricity, water, grills, and terraced tent sites along the hill.

Getting to the campsite is a memorable trip up the Sky Island Scenic Byway (see reverse), a recently improved road that has changing vegetation from the desert floor to the fir tree forest above. Figure about two hours from Phoenix to Tucson and another hour up the hill.

Great hiking trails are nearby. An organized hike is planned for Saturday. In addition there are many things to explore up on the mountain. The Mt. Lemmon ski area operates its lift year-round. The Iron Door restaurant is open for lunch. The little vacation village of Summerhaven is only four miles up the road.

The campsite is quite spacious and optimized for tent camping, which is strongly recommended. The improved terraced sites are perfect for tenting. This is the time to try that old tent again. Parking space is limited to about 15 vehicles. Pickup bed campers are OK. Please do not bring any other type of camper without talking with Doug first.

A Saturday meal is planned for 5:00 PM, and those wishing to come for the meal only are welcome. We hope that people from Phoenix and Tucson will join us for the hikes and meal.

Directions from Phoenix: take I-10 east to Ina Rd Exit 248. Turn left under the highway and go approx. 13 miles to Kolb Rd. (Ina changes to Skyline then Sunrise on the way.) Turn right, and go approx. 4 miles to Tanque Verde Rd. Turn left, and follow Tanque Verde 3 miles to Catalina Highway. Turn left on to Catalina. There is a “last chance” shopping mall on your immediate right. Go approx. 20 miles up the Catalina to Whitetail Campground. If you are camping, you do not have to pay at the fee station on the way up. Do not attempt to use the control road on the north side of Mt. Lemmon through San Manuel unless you are driving a tank.

Hosts are Doug in Phoenix and Peter in Tucson. For more information contact Doug in the Phoenix area at 480.991.6513 - Peter in Tucson at 520.881.8276.

Price for the campout and meal is $25 per member/$30 per non-member. Price for only the Saturday meal only is $10 per member/$12 per non-member.

 

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Pride in the Pines
Saturday, June 12

For more information check out the web site!

This is not a DA event but we like to keep our members informed about the big events in our favorite getaways!

 

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Denver Pride
Saturday, June 19 - Sunday, June 20

For more information check out the web site!

This is not a DA event but we like to keep our members informed about the big events in our favorite getaways!

 

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Mormon Lake Campout and Mt Humphreys Hike
Friday, June 25 - Sunday, June 27

Join your hosts, David and Eric, for a summer escape with Desert Adventures!

Dairy Springs Campground is in a cool grove of ponderosa pines and white firs 24 miles south east of Flagstaff. Three hiking trails originate at Dairy Springs. These trails lead to scenic overlooks of nearby Mormon Lake. Wildlife watching is also a popular activity in this area. The scenic little mountain resort village of Mormon Lake is conveniently close to the camp, offering horseback rides, mountain bike rentals. You'll also find a country store, service station, and a picturesque cowboy steak house there (and maybe a cowboy or two). Elevation at Dairy Springs is 7,000 feet. On Saturday, those who are interested are invited to travel to Mount Humphreys for a hike to the highest peak in Arizona (elevation 12,633’). The hike is rated STRENOUS. The hiking trip is 8 miles round trip and includes an elevation gain of 3272’. The entire round trip hike takes about 5 hours. We will leave at 7:30 AM to get to Mt. Humphreys, about an hour away. The trail starts out in a nice flat meadow but quickly gains elevation as it ascends in a series of long switchbacks. After about 3 miles, the trail reaches a saddle at 11,800 feet. This saddle connects Humphreys Peak with Agassiz Peak to the south. From the saddle, the Humphreys Trail continues north for another mile as it passes several false summits. The trail follows the rocky treeless ridge to the main summit. Mount Humphreys is the highest point for hundreds of miles around, and a large portion of Arizona is visible from the summit. As you stand on the summit, you will gain a real sense of standing on top of the world.

  • Dairy Springs Group Campsite A

  • Arrive after 2PM on Friday, depart prior to 2PM on Sunday

  • Tents and small motor homes up to 35'

  • No utility hookups

  • Pets must always be on a leash

  • $30 per person for members 

  • The Saturday night dinner starts with cocktails at 5:30 pm with dinner at 6:30 pm; please bring a side dish to share

  • Bring firewood

  • Space is limited, register by June 20th

Questions??? Email David at vidsmith@gmail.com, or call 480-262-7548

Directions: From Phoenix north on I-17 to Flagstaff. Drive south from Flagstaff 20 miles on Forest Highway 3 (Lake Mary Road) to the intersection of Forest Road 90. Turn west on FR 90 and drive 3.5 miles to Dairy Springs Campground

The fee for this event is $30 for members, $35 for non-members. The fee includes the Saturday night dinner.

 

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San Diego Pride
Saturday, July 17 - Sunday, July 18

For more information check out the web site!

This is not a DA event but we like to keep our members informed about the big events in our favorite getaways!

 

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31st Annual Grand Canyon Campout
Thursday, Sept 9 - Sunday, Sept 12

Come join Desert Adventures at the back of Sage Loop at the Mather Campsite as we celebrate 31 years of visiting the Grand Canyon!

Because we have to plan for food, please pre-pay for this event by September 7th.

There will be a group hike into the Canyon to the Fabulous Indian Gardens. There will also be shorter hikes, biking groups, and other sightseeing and shopping excursions. If you have never been to the Grand Canyon, there are grocery stores, restaurants, and gift shops. There are also restrooms and showers within a 5-minute walk (bring quarters for showers) of the campsite. Ice machines are available next to the showers.

What to bring: Firewood! Firewood is very expensive at the local store. Also bring disposable raingear (just in case) and other typical camping gear. If you plan on hiking, please bring proper gear and food. Sorry, no pets will be allowed on this trip. However, you may reserve your own site and bring your pets (please do not leave pets unattended, as there are wild animals in the park).

Check in time will be 1 pm on the 9th, and check out time will be 11 am on September 12th. Please observe that the park designates quiet time to be 10 pm.

Directions: Once you are at the Grand Canyon, the Mather Campground is located in the Grand Canyon Village.

From the south entrance, follow the road for about three miles, and turn left on Center Road. Travel ¼ mile, and turn right onto Market Plaza Road. The campground is about one mile down Market Plaza Road, on the right.

From the east entrance, follow the road 25 miles, and turn left at the “t” intersection onto South Entrance Road. Travel about ½ mile, and turn right at that intersection onto Center Road. Travel ¼ mile, and turn right onto Market Plaza Road.

Upon arrival, please unpack your gear promptly, and park your vehicle at the shower/laundry site, which is just a 5-minute walk. Then, return to set up your site. The limited parking at the campsite will be restricted to those requiring access and must be approved by the hosts.

If tent camping isn't your thing here are some phone numbers for the nearby RV campground and hotels: Yavapai Lodge: 888-297-2757, RV reservations: 877-444-6777

If you have any questions contact your trip leaders.

There is a National Park fee of $25 per vehicle so carpool and save (this is paid directly to the Park when you arrive). The fee for this event is TBD for 2 nights or TBD for 3 nights for members (TBD more for non-members). If you are staying at the RV campground or in one of the nearby hotels the fee to join us for the Saturday night dinner is TBD.

 

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Rainbows Festival
Saturday, Oct 2 - Sunday, Oct 3

For more information check out the web site!

This is not a DA event but we like to keep our members informed about the big events around town!

 

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Palm Springs Pride
Saturday, Nov 6 - Sunday, Nov 7

For more information check out the web site!

This is not a DA event but we like to keep our members informed about the big events in our favorite getaways!

PAYMENTS

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Send your check or money order made out to Desert Adventures to P.O. Box 2008, Phoenix, AZ 85001-2008 or bring your payment to the next Social Meeting. If mailing your payment be sure to include a short note letting us know how many will be attending, their full names, a contact number and what event the payment is for.

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Monthly Social Meeting
First Tuesday of the Month
7:00 pm

The Monthly Social Meeting is a great way to meet some of our members and to get the 411 on upcoming events. The event leaders will be there to answer any questions you may have. Everyone is welcome!

Click here for more details on our monthly meetings