March 1 (Saturday)
Martis Peak Gourmet Snowshoe. Join us on this trip and discuss the recovery of this area following the famous Martis Fire. At the top we’ll be rewarded with an astonishing 360° view. Gourmet Potluck lunch. 10 miles round trip, 2,000’ elevation gain. ND. Bad weather cancels. Leaders: John Cossavella (425-4962), Shanel (247-6884) Moderate/Strenuous
March 8 (Saturday)
Snowshoe Donner Pass. Join us for a moderately paced snowshoe in the Donner Pass area. Our location will be determined by snow and weather conditions. Plan on approximately 6-7 miles with a minimum of 1,000 foot of gain. Leaders will provide first-hand knowledge of this region. Observe flora and fauna. Snowshoe experience required. Trip limit 14. DOK. Leaders: Holly Coughlin (331-7488), Gracie Caudill (626-7873). Moderate.
March 8-9 (Saturday-Sunday)
Hot Springs/Cold Nights. See the hot springs in the Black Rock Desert area and other sights in the Gerlach area, possible access to the famous Fly Geyser. Learn about this fascinating desert region from a
"desert rat" who's traveled this area far and wide. Plan on sharing driving expenses. Car camp Saturday at Trego Hot Springs, possible dinner at Bruno's. Trip limit 12. DL. Leader: David Book (843-6443).
Easy.
March 09 (Sunday)
Buckland Station south of Silver Springs Day Hike. Celebrate the return of Daylight Time. This 8 mile loop day hike on flat ground will start at historic 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. Learn some history of the area. ND Leaders: T A Taro 775-530-2935, Donna Inversin 775 -315-6763. Moderately easy.
March 9 (Sunday)
Snowshoe north of Incline Lake. Call for time. We will be skirting the private land of Incline Lake to a 10,000ft peak just south of relay peak. Mostly cross country depending on the course of snowmobile trails. Learn about snowmobile impacts in the Mt. Rose Wilderness as well as general wilderness issues. About 6 miles RT, 1500 ft. gain. Not a beginner trip. DOK. Leaders: Wes Hoskins (775-762-6730,soywarrior@hotmail.com, Chuck Oliveria (775-786-2988). ModeratelyStrenuous.
March 15 (Saturday) 9:00 AM
Snowshoe to Tamarack Peak. We'll snowshoe up 1,000ft for 2 1/2 miles to spectacular views of Lake Tahoe and 3 other nearby peaks, from our destination vantage point of 9,900ft. Be sure to bring a light lunch. Learn about local terrain. DOK. Leaders: Gary Hanneman (425-3742), Vesna (378-1838). Moderate.
March 22 (Saturday) 8:30 AM
Snowshoe to Relay's WestWing. First we snowshoe up a jeep road 3 1/2 miles. Then ascend to the peak, about another mile. Learn about this challenging terrain. This is a snowshoe for experienced snowshoer's only. DL. Leader: Gary Hanneman (425-3742), Wes Hoskins (762-6730). Moderately strenuous.
March 22 (Saturday)
Pony Express Car Tour. Visit two Pony Express stations along Hwy. 50, plus view Sand Mountain. Learn about these historic and unique areas. Possible side-trip to earthquake faults and a rural Nevada watering hole. Plan on sharing driving expenses. Trip limit 10. ND. Leader: David Book (843-6443). Easy.
March 29 (Saturday) 9:00 AM
Snowshoe AROUND Tamarack Pk. Join us for this moderately paced snowshoe near Tamarack Peak which lies just south of Mt. Rose. Learn about snowshoeing in this area. Bring plenty of water and clothing for conditions. DL. Leader: Gary Hanneman (425-3742), Yvonne Jerome (851-3043). Moderate.
March 29 (Saturday) 9:00AM – 3:00 PM
Leaders Choice Day Hike. Join us in the Reno/ Sparks area for a moderately easy 5 – 7 mile hike. We will select a high desert area for an early Spring hike, so come join us for a great outing and get in shape for the hiking season. Learn about protecting our wilderness areas. Possible 1000 ft elevation gain. About DL. Leaders: Ralph Fenn (827-2078), Karen Todd (225-2805) Mod. Easy.
March 29 (Saturday)
Jumbo Falls near Washoe Lake Day Hike. Visit elusive Jumbo Falls and the "Post Pile" rock formation. About 10 miles R/T with an elevation gain of 2,500 with ups and downs and mostly on a jeep road
with portions on the historic Jumbo Grade. Learn some history of the area. ND. Leaders: TA Taro 775-530-2935, Donna Inversin 775-315-6763. Moderate.
March 30 (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. |
