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Recharge your batteries with a refreshing mid week hike through the Agua Chinon Wash. Possible destinations on this route include the Sinks, Box Springs, Loma Ridge and Limestone Canyon.

This hike involves multiple steep climbs and descents, 2100+ feet of accumulated climbing elevation, but is done at a moderate pace, approx. 3 mph. Please bring plenty of water, and wear sturdy shoes. Hike distance is 10-12 miles.

All participants must carry their own water! Please come prepared with a pack, sturdy closed-toe hiking shoes or boots, sunscreen, first aid, and all other supplies to keep you safe and healthy on the trail for the half-day of being out in the wilderness area.

Under-prepared participants may be denied access to the event! Children under the age of 18 must be accompanied by a parent or legal guardian. Program may be cancelled or shortened due to adverse weather conditions.

The ride will start at the sandy bottom of a wide, deep wash, lush with riparian growth. The trail climbs steadily through coastal sage scrub until it meets the southern end of Limestone Canyon. Riders will have ever changing views of the surrounding hills and the Sinks, a geological point of interest. At the top of our climb, we will find a water trough left from the old cattle days, where the horses can drink and rest. As we continue on, the trail follows Box Spring Canyon where riders have an opportunity to see evidence of Native Americans and a diverse display of wildlife and plant life. After making a small loop, we return by the same route from which we came.

This ride does not have steep climbs, but the grades are steady and continuous. Equestrians with their own horse, the ability to trailer to the staging area, and trail riding experience are welcome. To properly enjoy this ride, you are cautioned to bring a calm and well conditioned horse. Since there is no water at the staging area, you must bring water for your horse, as well as, yourself.

Outer space is more enormous than we can ever imagine…but imagine we must! Let’s take a closer look at our planets and stars to see what it is like to live there, and hypothesize what it would be like to discover a planet and its inhabitants. We will become Astronomers to discover our out-of-this-world knowledge of space.
J.O.Y. for Nature (Juniors or Youths for Nature) is a monthly series dedicated to showcasing different career opportunities in nature for youngsters. From examining tiny bugs to exploring outer space, each month will focus on a specific nature topic and how youth can explore more of that profession for school. This series is geared towards middle school young adults ages 9 – 12, who are interested in discovering different career paths in nature.