April 2 (Wednesday) 5:30 PM – 7:30 PM
Moderate Conditioning Hike. Join us on an after-work hike somewhere on the outskirts of the Truckee Meadows. These hikes are geared to condition for the tougher weekend outings coming up in summer. Outings are 3-4 miles with possibly 1,000 + foot elevation gain. The pace is brisk. Learn about flora, fauna, and new places to hike. For detailed information regarding meeting time and location call our mid-week conditioning hike hot line @ 473-1445. (These hikes generally meet around 5:30 and last until 7:30, based on light conditions). DOK. Leaders: Holly and Vesna (Hike Hotline 473-1445). Moderate.
April 5 (Saturday) 10:00 AM
McCarran Ranch Hike. Come visit the historic McCarran Ranch, located on the Truckee River, 15
miles downstream from the urban areas of Reno/Sparks. It is now a preserve under the care of the Nature Conservancy, which is restoring the area to its natural state; including returning the River to its original course complete with meanders, riffles, and oxbow wetlands. This will be a leisurelyhikeof less than 4 miles, with opportunities for bird-watching and wildlife viewing. ND. Leaders: Ridge Walker (853-8055; edc@unr.edu), Valerie Andersen (828-0302). Easy.
April 6 (Sunday)
Tour of the Terraced Hills. We will hike and drive the area north of Pyramid Lake, taking in splendid views of the lake and surrounding peaks. Learn about the tribe's effort to harness geothermal power in this area. Trip will be accompanied by geologist knowledgeable about this potential. Trip Limit. DL. Leader: David von Seggern (303-8461). Moderately easy.
April 5 (Saturday)
Buckland Station south of Silver Springs Day Hike. This 8 mile loop day hike on flat ground will syart at historic c Buckland Station, proceed downstream along the Carson River enjoying the riparian habitat. Return on segment of the Pony Express Trail route. Learn some history of the area. Option to tour the remains of Fort Churchill on your own after the hike. ND. Leaders: T A Taro (775-530-2935), Donna Inversin (775-315-6763).
April 8 (Tuesday) 5:30 PM – 7:30 PM
Slow Paced Conditioning Hikes – every Tuesday night. We will hike about 2 hours covering 3 – 4 miles with minimal to moderate elevation gain in the parks and foothills of the Reno – Sparks’s area. Learn about new places to hike and protect. For detailed information call the Hike Hot Line @ 473-1445). DOK. Leaders: Yvonne, Karen, and Kim (473-1445). Easy
April 12 (Saturday)
Monkey Condos Day Hike. Hike up Key Slot Canyon in the Southern tip on the Virginia Mountains to interesting coloyite rock formations. 7 miles round trip. Leaders: Grace Caudill (626-7873), Karen Todd (225-2805). Moderate.
April 13 (Sunday)
Tom Cooke Trail Day Hike. Easy 4 mile round trip day hike along Tom Cooke Trail. Examine local flora along the way. DL. Leaders, Ross Smith and Vicki Toy Smith (826-0932). April 12-13 (Saturday-Sunday)Start the Season Churchill Car Camp. An easy “starter” carcamp close to home. Visit historic Fort Churchill in the Spring. Walk around the fort and explore the Carson River. Learn about the history of the area. Trip Limit 12. DOK. Leader: David Book (843-6443). Easy.
April 13 (Sunday)
Tom Cooke Trail Day Hike. Easy day hike along Tom Cooke Trail (4 miles round trip). Examine local flora along the way. DL. Leaders, Ross Smith and Vicki Toy Smith (826-0932).
April 15 (Tuesday) 5:30 PM – 7:30 PM
Slow Paced Conditioning Hikes – every Tuesday night. We will hike about 2 hours covering 3 – 4 miles with minimal to moderate elevation gain in the parks and foothills of the Reno – Sparks’s area. Learn about new places to hike and protect. For detailed information call the Hike Hot Line @ 473-1445). DOK. Leaders: Yvonne, Karen, and Kim (473-1445). Easy
April 16 (Wednesday) 5:30 PM – 7:30 PM
Moderate Conditioning Hike. Join us on an after-work hike somewhere on the outskirts of the Truckee Meadows. These hikes are geared to condition for the tougher weekend outings coming up in summer. Outings are 3-4 miles with possibly 1,000 + foot elevation gain. The pace is brisk. Learn about flora, fauna, and new places to hike. For detailed information regarding meeting time and location call our mid-week conditioning hike hot line @ 473-1445. (These hikes generally meet around 5:30 and last until 7:30, based on light conditions). DOK. Leaders: Holly and Cathy (Hike Hotline 473-1445). Moderate.
April 19 (Saturday)
Virginia Mountains Service Trip. Here's a great way to make a difference for Earth Day! Come on out and help us clean up trash in the desert environment near Pyramid Lake. All you need are some work gloves and a willingness to spend a couple of hours cleaning up after the shooters who leave debris scattered in the desert. We'll supply the trash bags, rakes, shovels, and lunch for everyone who volunteers. Afterward, a short hike in a nearby location will be offered for participants who are interested. We will meet at 9:00 AM and should be done by 2:00 PM. DOK. Leaders: Holly Coughlin (331-7488), Pat Kleames (359-5089). Easy.
April 20 (Sunday)
Earth Day. Join the Great Basin Group of the Sierra Club in celebrating one of our favorite days of the year at Idewild Park between 11:00-4:00 PM. Activities include musical entertainment, arts and crafts, food, and all kinds of ideas on how to reduce our "footprint" on this earth. Be sure to drop by our booth and check out our books on hiking trails, flora and fauna in our area, and a super selection of Sierra Club note cards. Remember to leave "fido" at home for this event. For details contact: Valerie Andersen (828-0302).
April 21 (Monday)
Outings Meeting. All members welcome to attend this get-together as we plan events and outings for the months of June and July. This is a great time for hikes, kayaks, bike rides, camping trips and other ideas. Please bring a pot-luck dish to share. All beverages provided. We will be meeting at Gracie's home in east Sparks. Details: Gracie Caudill (626-7873) or Holly (331-7488). Easy and fun.
April 22 (Tuesday) 5:30 PM – 7:30 PM
Slow Paced Conditioning Hikes – every Tuesday night. We will hike about 2 hours covering 3 – 4 miles with minimal to moderate elevation gain in the parks and foothills of the Reno – Sparks’s area. Learn about new places to hike and protect. For detailed information call the Hike Hot Line @ 473-1445). DOK. Leaders: Yvonne, Karen, and Kim (473-1445). Easy
April 23 (Wednesday) 5:30 PM – 7:30 PM
Moderate Conditioning Hike. Join us on an after-work hike somewhere on the outskirts of the Truckee Meadows. These hikes are geared to condition for the tougher weekend outings coming up in summer. Outings are 3-4 miles with possibly 1,000 + foot elevation gain. The pace is brisk. Learn about flora, fauna, and new places to hike. For detailed information regarding meeting time and location call our mid-week conditioning hike hot line @ 473-1445. (These hikes generally meet around 5:30 and last until 7:30, based on light conditions). DOK. Leaders: Holly and Vesna (Hike Hotline 473-1445). Moderate.
April 26 (Saturday)
Tule Peak Day Hike. We will climb Tule Peak in the Virginia Range in prime wildflower season. View possible wilderness area on this hike. 8 miles round trip with 3000’ elevation gain 3000. DL. Leaders: David Von Seggern (303-8461, Pat Kleames (359-5089) Moderately/Strenuous.
April 26 Saturday
Pine Nut Range: Illinois Cyn & Upper Eldorado Cyn. Springtime in the Pine Nuts can be delightful. We'll hike the trail down Illinois Cyn from the Sunrise Pass Rd. If we do a shuttle we will then hike up Eldorado Cyn on a dirt road along the creek for the short shuttle back. About 11-12 miles of easy walking. We will also learn about some area issues.
DOK Moderately strenuous. Jackie Stroud. 775-267-9522. Carson City
April 29 (Tuesday) 5:30 PM – 7:30 PM
Slow Paced Conditioning Hikes – every Tuesday night. We will hike about 2 hours covering 3 – 4 miles with minimal to moderate elevation gain in the parks and foothills of the Reno – Sparks’s area. Learn about new places to hike and protect. For detailed information call the Hike Hot Line @ 473-1445). DOK. Leaders: Yvonne, Karen, and Kim (473-1445). Easy.
April 30 (Wednesday) 5:30 PM – 7:30 PM
Moderate Conditioning Hike. Join us on an after-work hike somewhere on the outskirts of the Truckee Meadows. These hikes are geared to condition for the tougher weekend outings coming up in summer. Outings are 3-4 miles with possibly 1,000 + foot elevation gain. The pace is brisk. Learn about flora, fauna, and new places to hike. For detailed information regarding meeting time and location call our mid-week conditioning hike hot line @ 473-1445. (These hikes generally meet around 5:30 and last until 7:30, based on light conditions). DOK. Leaders: Holly and Cathy (Hike Hotline 473-1445). Moderate.
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