The Oasis. Tecopa Hot Springs Campout. Also in this issue San Mateo Beach Camping Page 2. VOLUME 21 ISSUE 2, February 2017

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1 The Oasis VOLUME 21 ISSUE 2, February 2017 Tecopa Hot Springs Campout February 23-26, 2017 Story by John Are you moved by majestic desert landscapes, quiet evenings under brilliant stars in a jet black sky and the thought of relaxing away your stress in ancient geothermal water? If you are, save the date so you don t miss this weekend. A perennial favorite of many in the Great Outdoors Palm Springs chapter, you can find all these things and more at our extended weekend getaway in February at the Tecopa Hot Springs Campground. Located in the Mojave Desert approximately 60 miles south of Death Valley, this rustic facility offers five naturally fed, partially enclosed hot pools, tent and RV camping, a library, dining, nearby hiking and free showers and restroom facilities. Enjoy healing soaks at any time during the day or night. Access to the pools is included in the camping fees. There are two separate pools each for men and women and one community pool. Nudity is required while in the pools. Possible day trips will include: China Ranch Date Farm (7 miles), Dumont Dunes (23 miles), Amargosa Opera House (35 miles), Ash Meadows (53 miles) and Amargosa River Canyon hikes (83 miles). RV electricity hookup and sewer sites are available. The price for the event is $9 for sites without electricity hookup or $12 with electricity hookup. Tent sites do not have electricity. WiFi is available for a small charge. This large campsite has plenty of room so last minute sign ups are okay. Note: The tap water at the campground is not potable so please BRING YOUR OWN DRINKING WATER or purchase it at the entrance to the hot spring pools. Click here for trip notes. If you have questions contact John here 1 Also in this issue San Mateo Beach Camping Page 2 Salton Sea/Mecca Beach Camping Page 2 Saline Valley Tent Camping Page 3 Save the Date: Upcoming Overnight Trips Page 3 North Lykken Trail Page 4 Super Bowl LI Party at Steve s Page 4 Quail Springs and the JT&S RR Page 5 Farm Tour Day Trip Page 5 Twin Tanks JT Park Hike Page 6 Rainbow Rocks and Grotto Hike Page 6 Community Service Opportunities Page 7 City Loop Bicycle Ride Page 7 Game Night Hosted by Cliff Page 8 Welcome to our New Members Page 8 Tachevah Peak Hike Report Page 8 Oswit Canyon and Red Dome Hike Reports Page 9 City Loop Bike Ride and Rainbow Rocks Canyon Hike Reports Page 10 Membership Meeting Info Page 11

2 (This trips was postponed from January due to rain at the beach) San Onofre State Beach is a rare 3,000- acre scenic coastal-canyon park with high environmental values and recreation use. The park includes three distinct areas: San Onofre Bluffs, San Onofre Surf Beach, and San Mateo Campground. San Mateo Campground lies a short distance inland from the 3.5 miles of sandy beaches within San Onofre State Beach. A 1.5 mile Nature Trail With warm days and cool evenings, this is the perfect time to visit the Salton Sea. It is peak time for migratory birds along the shore and stunning sunsets against the mountains and the sea. Kayaking along the shore is one of the most popular activities. The Mecca Hills have hidden canyons San Mateo Beach Camping February 3-5, 2017 connects the campground to Trestles Beach, a world class surfing site. San Mateo Creek flows just east of the campground outward towards the ocean creating key riparian and wetland habitats which host some rare and even endangered species. There are lots of tent spaces, hot showers, and flush toilets. We will not have any RV hookups, but water fillup and a dump station are available. Bluffs Beach Trail Salton Sea/Mecca Beach Camping March 17-19, Aptly named Bluffs Beach, part of San Onofre State Beach, is a three mile long sand strand with a backdrop of magnificent, 100-foot high bluffs. There are dramatically eroded sandstone cliffs, a kind of Bryce Canyon by the sea. From Beach Trail 1 to Beach Trail 6 is 5.6 miles round trip. The beach, named for Egyptian Saint Onuphrius, is a joy to walk. There are also great bicycle trails in the area. For more information click here for tripnotes. To contact the leader click here that twist and turn and narrow down to a tight slot canyon. We will get up close and personal with active geothermal features and the volcanoes along the sea. Salvation Mountain and Slab City offer an inside perspective on unique cultures and lifestyles. Our campsites at Mecca Beach with evening campfire activities and potluck provide relaxing times for enjoying and sharing experiences with friends in the great outdoors Click here for trip notes

3 Saline Valley Camping Trip April 23-29, 2017 Great Outdoors will be car camping at the Warm Springs in Saline Valley, one of the most remote parts of Death Valley National Park. There you will be able to fill your days with a whole lot of nothing: no radio, no TV, no internet, no phone, no electricity, no flush toilets. But you won t be bored. You can fill that nothing with endless, clothing-optional bathing in numerous pools filled with naturally hot spring water. (If nudity offends you, we recommend that you do not go on this trip. There will be naked people there. Nudity is not required) The climate is like that of Coachella Valley, including possibly strong winds. There are mountain vistas in all directions and the night sky is without compare. There will be a new moon on April 26th while we are there, which means there will be no moonlight to hide the stars. Beginning in the 1960s, volunteers built concrete tubs and a shower. Those improvements, which could not be built in the national park today, are accepted by the park service, as is the clothing-optional nature of the area. You will meet all sorts of interesting, friendly people, some of whom have been coming to the Warm Springs for decades. Besides the bathing in the springs, those who are coming with 4-wheel drive vehicles will organize day trips to explore parts of Saline Valley or even go out of the valley into other parts of Death Valley National Park. You may need to bring extra gas! We ll have a potluck on Monday night. Bring something to share if you wish to participate. We ll also have a wine tasting one afternoon. Our goal is to identify a cheap, yet durable wine that travels well in the desert. Box wines, cheap bottled wine, and even non-wine are your welcome contribution. We ll provide an array of fine plastic ware, cheese & crackers. You can tent camp or bring an RV, but your vehicle must be able to traverse at least 40 miles of sometimes rough dirt road to get to the springs. The last 7 miles of the road into Warm Springs will be a challenge for most RVs. A high clearance vehicle with good tires (and a good, full-size spare tire) is required. 4WD vehicles may be required on some of the optional treks from camp during the week. Extra seating in those vehicles may be available for passengers, but we do not guarantee it. Click here for Trip Notes. The Palm Springs Chapter is one of the busiest in Great Outdoors. Just look at the trips being planned for the next few months. From May we re going to the desert for the Corporate Jamboree. This opportunity for members of all the chapters to come together and catch up with each other and enjoy hiking and exploring Santa Barbara county is one of the highlights of the year. The last Jamboree was a fabulous trip to the Grand Canyon. From June 2-4 we re going to Silent Valley Resort in the Sierras above Banning. This beautiful area offers many hikes and other activities to start your summer vacation. July finds us in Big Bear at the Serrano Camp. This park, near the lake offers great hiking and access to fun in the water. August 27-September 4 is Burning Man. This annual gathering of 10,000 SAVE the Date! Upcoming Trips with Great Outdoors - PS of your closest friends is the highlight of the year for many people. It is important to note that the Main Sale of tickets opens on March 22. You must already have a Burner Profile on file before the ticket sale start. More information is available here. In September we re heading for Lytle Creek/ Bonita Ranch Campground. This beautiful park in the Sierras above Fontana has lush trails and beautiful waterfalls. It is sure to be a great way to end your summer. So mark your calendars for any of these trips that you find interesting. We ll see you in the Great Outdoors. 3

4 North Lykken Trail to Museum Trail Junction Friday, February 3, 8:00 AM Start time: 8:00 AM Start Location: West end of Ramon Rd. (Parking on right, off pavement) Difficulty: Moderate+ Elevation Gain: about 800 ft Duration: hours (depending on pace and number of breaks) Distance: 3.5 miles out and back Pace: slow Hike Leader: David Stewart The south end of the North Lykken Trail initially climbs steadily up the mountain slopes above Palm Springs, winding through granite boulders to a point on a ridge overlooking Tachevah Canyon. The waterfall in the canyon should have water cascading down it. Along the way, views of Palm Springs, Murray Hill, Cathedral City, and Desert Hot Springs will be spectacular. The area should have plentiful desert plants and flowers after the recent rains. This has been a very wet winter so far. More of that weather will cancel this hike. IMPORTANT: Please bring plenty of water (2 liters recommended), snacks, adequate hiking footwear, a hat (or sunscreen), Emergency Contact Information (ICE), and a wonderful attitude. The trail head is at 701 West Ramon Rd. (foot of the mountain at the dead end). Park on the right soft shoulder, off of the pavement. Click Here for the location on Google Maps. Call David at or Click Here to him. NOTE: Please check the calendar regularly. More hikes or activities may be added throughout the month Super Bowl Classic Sunday, February 5, 3:30 PM By Steve Start time: 3:00 PM Start Location: Steve s home 14 Kavenish Dr. Rancho Mirage CA Phone: /-0738 Steve will host the 51st annual Super Bowl classic. He has two large high definition quality TV screens and plenty of room to sit. Betting squares will be available with a winner at every quarter. My door is open at 3:00. Kickoff is 3:30 PM. If you are not into football, please come and watch those wacky, pricey and sometimes shrewd commercials and the half time show featuring the ever-transcendent singer of our time, Lady Gaga! If the game, commercials, the betting squares and Lady Gaga are not enough, just eat and chat. Please bring your own drink and a potluck dish to share. At half-time, I will put on my apron and grill Kosher hotdogs to order with all the trimmings. RSVP at by Sunday Morning, February 5 so I can inform the guard house that you will be attending. One call per car, not per person. Directions from Palm Springs/Cat City: Travel East on Ramon to Bob Hope. Turn Right at the Agua Caliente Casino, stay on Hope until you cross Sinatra (4 miles). You will see Rancho Mirage CC on your left. On the next light, turn left on Kavenish Way to check in with guard house. After entering the complex, turn left on Kavenish Dr. and look for 14 Kavenish. It will be the 7th house on the street, next to the fire hydrant 4

5 Quail Springs and the JT & S Railroad Museum Tuesday, February 7, 2017, 9:30 AM to 3:00 PM Start time: 9:30 AM 3:00 PM Start Location: Hunters on Arenas Duration: About 3-4 hours depending on breaks Difficulty: Moderate-Old road trail and cross country with bouldering Terrain: rocky trail, sandy areas and dry waterfalls Elevation: Trailhead 3,200 ft. total gain 800 ft. Distance: 6 miles round trip Pace: Slow to moderate Hike Leader: Scott Located at the West entrance to Joshua Tree Park this hike enters a canyon and stream drainage through interesting geological boulders. We will be hiking to the Joshua Tree Southern Railroad Museum and Narrow Gauge Railroad located at the end of the canyon which is very interesting. Carpooling is encouraged and may be available if offered by driver. You are responsible for arranging you own transportation or ride share. Weather Policy: Inclement weather cancels Contact VPO-PS@GreatOutdoors.org Farm Tour Day Trip Thursday February 9, 2017, 7:00 AM Time: 7:00 AM departure promptly on time Location: Meet at Costco Palm Desert West parking lot in front of Power of Fitness (where Revivals used to be) Cost: $25.00 (bring cash) Tour program is from 9:00 AM to 2:30 PM, Lunch is provided Leader: Scott C. The Imperial Valley is a hidden treasure in the United States. Due to the warm climate and water accessibility, there are hundreds of different plant varieties that flourish in the desert atmosphere. While the fertile desert houses university research and plant variety development few of us seem to know the incredible impact the Imperial Valley has on the agricultural industry. On February 9, we ll meet in the parking lot of Costco and carpool down to this agricultural wonderland for a day on the farm. Uh, and don t wear your city duds this is a farm so dress down, ready to get your hands and maybe everything else a little dirty. FARM SMART tours offer a unique experience to learn about the contribution that agriculture in the Imperial Valley makes to your dinner table. The tours showcase research being done at UC Desert Research and Extension Center. During the tour you will have an opportunity to harvest your own fresh produce. Our tour starts with a presentation of the new developments happening in agriculture. You will be provided with a sack to harvest your veggies and then it s off to inspect the fields by tractor and wagon. Later it s back to the farm house for lunch and ice cream. Before we return to our cars and home, there will be suggestions of how to prepare that harvest of vegetables you have picked. When the tour is over we ll return to Palm Desert and our waiting kitchens to have a wonderful dinner of fresh vegetables. You might even have visions of sugar plums while you sleep. RSVP to Scott if you want to get down on the farm 5

6 Twin Tanks Joshua Tree Park Hike Saturday, February 18, 2017, 8:30 AM to 3:00 PM Start time: 9:30 AM 3:00 PM Start Location: Hunters on Arenas (or meet at the National Park Visitor Center 6892 Utah Trail, Twenty- Nine Palms, CA Duration: About 3 hours depending on breaks Difficulty: Moderate-Old road trail and cross country with bouldering Terrain: off trail routes, loose rocks, uneven trail, sandy washes Elevation: Trailhead 3,900 ft. total gain 600 ft. Distance: 5 miles loop Pace: Slow to moderate Hike Leader: Scott The Twin Tanks area has petrogpyphs and historic dams built by long ago cattle rancher. The wonderful scenery makes for a short by beautiful day hike. There are boulder formations and waterfalls which, with the recent rains may have water flowing over them. There is an per car entrance fee. If you carpool with someone, a donation to this fee is suggested. Wear sturdy hiking foot wear and bring 2-3 liters of water. Weather Policy: Inclement weather cancels Contact VPO-PS@GreatOutdoors.org Rainbow Rocks and Grotto Hike Sunday February 19, 2017, 9:00 AM to 3:00 PM Time: 9:00 AM departure promptly on time Location: Meet at PetsMart at Ramon/Crossley(May carpool from there) Difficulty: Moderate plus Elevation: Total gain 800 ft. Distance: 7 miles Pace: Slow to moderate Hike Leader: Sherwood Covill From the trailhead, the hike climbs for a short distance to a grand vista of Mecca Hills and the Salton Sea. The trail then descends to a long ridge before dropping into the main canyon which will be followed to the end and the grotto. Along this canyon and especially at the end are very colorful explosions of soil and rock formations. Entrance to the grotto is low and narrow but after a quick crawl it opens into the cave system. This leads to a rock wall which requires careful climbing. Some hikers may feel uncomfortable doing this and can backtrack out. Those who continue will find themselves in Alice in Wonderland! This hike is most enjoyable even if the grotto is not entered. BRING A FLASHLIGHT FOR THE GROTTO. 6

7 Sand Dune Restoration Community Weed Pull & Clean-up Saturday, February 11, 2017, 8:00 AM to 12:00 PM Start time: 8:00 AM 12:00 PM Start Location: Coachella Valley National Wildlife Refuge Off Varner Road between Washington and Cook Street Celebrate our desert by helping to keep the sand dunes free of invasive weeds and trash! We ll be using hula hoes to wipe away the weeds. Sponsored by Friends of the Desert Mountains and supported by volunteers from all the local hiking clubs, this is a great opportunity to visit this restricted access dunes area and experience the dunes up close. Bring plenty of water, sunscreen, a hat, and close-toed shoes! RSVP to Scott VPO-PS@GreatOutdoors.org Build a New Trail in the East Indio Hills Thursday February 16, 2017, 7:30 AM Time: 7:30 AM Location: Meet at the north end of Golf Center Parkway Native California fan palms thrive in many locations but rarely in such numbers as in the canyons of the Indio Hills. Here, along a line where the San Andreas fault captures groundwater that nurtures the palms, is a wild parkland which is part of the adjacent Coachella Valley Preserve. Volunteers from the Coachella Valley hiking clubs, working with Friends of the Desert Mountains (FODM) will be installing signage, cutting switchbacks, improving the ridge trail and removing graffiti. The trailhead is at the north end of Golf Center Parkway. If you would like to participate, contact Scott C. Palm Springs City Route Bicycle Ride Tuesday February 14, 2017, 10:00 AM Time: 10:00 AM Location: Meet at the US Post Office in Smoketree Village Shopping Mall Join Bond Shands for another moderately-paced bicycle ride in Palm Springs. Our planned route will explore signed bicycle routes and quite residential streets. We will cover miles during our midday excursion through numerous neighborhoods and finish in time for a late lunch. Meet at 10 am in front of the small U.S. Post Office in the Smoketree Village shopping Center (Sunrise Way and East Palm Canyon Drive). Inclement weather cancels. RSVP to Bond will be appreciated. 7

8 Host: Cliff Brown 3184 East Cajon Circle, Palm Springs, CA (on a dead-end street) 6:00 PM to 6:15 PM - SOCIAL PERIOD 6:15 PM to 7:00 PM - POTLUCK 7:00 PM to 9:00 PM GAME TIME Game Night to be hosted by Cliff Brown Friday, February 10, 6:00-9:00 PM Bring your favorite Valentine and play with Great Outdoors. The game night this month will be at the home of Cliff Brown. Bring your Potluck dish (see below) and your favorite game. There is plenty of street parking so join us for a fun evening of laughter and games. As in previous events, we are trying to balance the Potluck fare by suggesting specific categories of dishes based on your name. If your last name begins between Ac and Fr (Acosta to Frank), bring a SIDE DISH or SALAD; if your last name begins between Ga and Ke (Garvey to Kellam), bring a DESSERT; if your last name begins between Ki and Mo (King to Montenez), bring a SNACK or APPETIZER; and if your last name begins between Mu and Yo (Muse to Yoon), bring an MAIN DISH. Hopefully this will help provide an evenly balanced dinner. Dishes should feed 4 guests. Welcome to our new members 2 people joined Great Outdoors Palm Springs in January: John B. and Spencer B. This isn t the only game in town, especially in a town like Palm Springs, so a big welcome to these men and women for choosing Great Outdoors. So now, the two of you, get involved, we have lots to do in this club. We look forward to seeing you on a hike, camping trip or a game night. Tachevah Canyon/Waterfall Hike By David S. On January 3rd, 14 showed up and all enjoyed this unique hike on a nice, partly cloudy day. For it being only 3 miles round trip, we went through a small section of Vista Las Palmas known for its mid-century modern homes. Continuing on over the Las Palmas Dam, we meandered to the waterfall with some bouldering involved. Then relaxed during lunch while experiencing the environs which includes the sounds coming from the waterfall and birds, and the varied views: the canyon looking east to the dam, a large part of Vista Las Palmas homes, Palm Springs and the hills behind Desert Hot Springs. It certainly was a treat to go back while these views constantly tantalizes the senses. 8

9 I hiked Oswit Canyon with the Palm Springs Great Outdoors group on the Thursday, January 5th outing led by Scott Connelly. The day was a pleasant one for an outdoor hike that included blue skies, a few clouds, occasional breeze and moderate temperature (the right mix for hiking). Our group of more than a dozen completed the four miles round trip in slightly more than three hours including a snack break. Our destination, the waterfall at the top of the canyon, proved a delight. Water was falling (as promised) and the appearance of the area was that of a little oasis (including Palms). The actual path, or paths, leading up the canyon at times proved difficult to find and there were times a wrong turn left us exploring alternative routes. The rocky footing and occasional large boulders proved challenging for some but most of the group Oswit Canyon Hike By Bond pressed on. Fortunately all were appropriately outfitted. The adventure proved to be challenging, interesting and another great opportunity to escape asphalt and concrete. Oswit Canyon is currently in the news because a petition is currently being circulated denying plans to develop the canyon base s alluvial fan bordering South Palm Canyon Drive. That portion of the vacant expanse is planned for residential property development and if allowed would serve to significantly impact what many consider to be one of Palm Springs most treasured pieces of open space. Scott, our leader, had a copy of the Save Oswit Canyon petition and asked any registered Palm Springs voters to sign. Additional information about the petition is available on their Facebook page. (www. facebook.com/groups/ /) Whitewater Preserve to Red Dome Hike By David S. This popular hiking destination for the area of Coachella Valley is known for the Whitewater River, diverse hiking trails, a fish pond, and a full-featured Ranger Station which houses educational seminars. 11 hikers enjoyed the diverse scenery while hiking to an area which has a few, unusual, large red-colored, volcanic domes. Part of this trail is on the famous PCT (Pacific Crest Trail, which actually goes from Canada to Mexico. Over the years, I ve actually met those who were on there way to try to complete the extremely challenging 2600 mile trek--amazing!). We all had a leisurely break at the area of the red domes and the Whitewater River. In that location, there were a group of 4 guys having a meal outside their large tent setup. That was a added treat. They were interesting as well. We took it easy going back to the Ranger Station, soaking in the spectacular, wide riverbed which is surrounded by high walls of the canyon (fortunately, no one got wet while crossing the river--half a foot deep in some areas). A wonderful hike/adventure, indeed. 9

10 On Saturday, January 14th, I led my first bicycle ride for members of the Great Outdoors Palm Springs chapter. There were sixteen of us who started out together and twelve continued for the entire two-hour, fourteen mile route. The ride closely followed the Palm Springs signed City Loop route. We started from the parking lot in front of the US Post Office in the Smoke Tree Village shopping center. The weather was excellent for bicycling with temperatures near the 70s. The sky was blue adorned with attractive cloud patterns. A slight breeze made the ride feel just right. Riding in the sun required minimal clothing and several appeared comfortable in their short sleeve shirts and shorts. The City Loop is a nice way to cycle through differing Palm Springs neighborhoods. The ride ended shortly after 12:00 back at our starting point in front of the Post Office. Afterwards several in the group had lunch in the popular PHO 533 Vietnamese restaurant located nearby. There are many bicycle maps and guides to routes in Palm Springs. The Palm Springs City Parks & Rec, City Loop Bike Ride By Bond Palm Springs Sustainability Commission, Palm Springs Visitor Center and many tourism businesses all provide Bond (second from left) prepares to lead the ride maps. There s also a Palm Springs Bicycle Trails website at with online maps. It s all waiting for residents and visitors alike. The key is to get out on your own, borrowed or rented bicycle and enjoy some of Coachella Valley s biking paradise. Rainbow Rocks Hike By Bond Yesterday I returned home, turned on my poolside Spa, applied Band-Aids where needed, removed wet socks and other clothing, took a shower, responded to puppy s needs and took Tessa on her two-mile afternoon walk, returned home where I exchanged wearing apparel for a bathing suit, poured myself a glass of wine and headed for the 104 degree Spa where I was able to think only good thoughts of the earlier mid-day hike and our hike leader. My late afternoon recovery followed a mid-day hike in the Whitewater Preserve to Rainbow Falls with members of the Great Outdoors club on January 28th. Our leader, Sherwood, is an experience hiker who has led previous hikes in the Preserve. We (started with twenty - three turned back) experienced the beauty of narrowing high canyon walls, spotted a Bighorn sheep looking down from high above us, cowboys controlling range cattle from a nearby reservation, lots of greenery and heavy brush on both sides of the path, and a stream bed filled to near-capacity that required crossing more than a dozen times. Some of the stream crossings are worthy candidates for tall tales at a future date. Rainbow Falls proved inaccessible for the path we were on eventually became the stream bed. Rather than wade the group decided to turn back. We ll have to try another day for a hike to the Falls. The seven or eight mile round-trip proved to be a great outing. Perfect hiking weather, blue skies and the continuous sounds of water running over rocks proved a welcome alternative to our world of asphalt and concrete. 10

11 Membership Meeting: Two for the Money - One Great Show Tuesday, February 28, :30-9:00 PM This month, the Membership Meeting will feature two speakers. Double the fun. First up will be Scott talking about the secrets of the Salton Sea. The chapter is visiting there next month and this is a great way to learn about wonders to be found in the area. This is the perfect time to visit the Salton Sea because it is peak season for migratory birds along the shore. Kayaking along the shore is one of the best ways to see all the birds. The Mecca Hills also have hidden canyons that twist and turn and narrow down to a tight slot canyon. We will get up close and personal with active geothermal features and the volcanoes along the sea. Click here for pictures of prior trips. Salvation Mountain and Slab City offer an inside perspective on unique cultures and lifestyles. Our campsites at Mecca Beach with evening campfire activities and potluck provide relaxing times for enjoying and sharing experiences with friends in the great outdoors. The second part will be presented by Brian, our new Publicity Coordinator. He is leading the charge into social media, specifically Twitter, Instagram and Facebook. He will talk about the secrets to using these platforms to keep up with what s happening with your friends at Great Outdoors. You will also learn how to join the conversation, add your own comments and the rules that we will follow in using these tools. Both presentations will be worth the price of admission: FREE. So plan to join us. A short social period with some snacks and drinks starts at 7:45 at the end of the Core Officers Meeting. The presentations will begin at 8:00. The Editor 11 Our Phone: GOPS Palm Springs Core Group core-ps@greatoutdoors.org President Dennis Curran president-ps@greatoutdoors.org Newsletter Publisher/Editor Ritch Barron newsletter-ps@greatoutdoors.org V.P. Outings Scott Connelly vpo-ps@greatoutdoors.org Treasurer Richard Debner treasurer-ps greatoutdoors.org Publicity Coordinator Brian Harradine publicity-ps@greaoutdoors.org Game Night Coordinator David Warren gamenightcoordinator-ps@greatoutdoors.org Social Events Coordinator Joe Lucente socialeventscoordinator-ps@greatoutdoors.org Secretary John Morrison secretary-ps@greatoutdoors.org Board Representative Cliff Clue boardrep-ps@greatoutdoors.org Webmaster Membership Chair Ed Emond webmaster-ps@greatoutdoors.org membership-ps@greatoutdoors.org Member at Large Bob Jaworski membershipatlarge-ps@greatoutdoors.org The Oasis VOLUME 21 ISSUE 2 February 2017 The Oasis is published monthly by the Palm Springs Chapter of Great Outdoors, Inc. The opinions expressed are those of the authors. All rights are reserved.

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