Sat., Oct. 2 – What: Hiking, Archeology, Geology, Botany and more, Oh My! But wait, a native plant sale to round out the day. When: 8 a.m. – 2 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 2, Where: Keystone Heritage Park (4200 Doniphan) Leader: Numerous experts in geology, archeology, ornithology, botany and more. Bring: Binoculars, comfortable walking shoes Cost: …
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Wakeem/Teschner Canyon Hike
Saturday, October 2, 2010
Keystone Heritage Park What: Hiking, Archeology, Geology, Botany and more, Oh My! But wait, a native plant sale to round out the day. When: The Wakeem/Teschner Canyon Hike will begin promptly at 8:00AM. Where: Keystone Heritage Park (4200 Doniphan) Leader: Numerous experts in geology, archeology, ornithology, botany and more. Bring: Binoculars, comfortable walking shoes Cost: …
Tin Mines Hike
Saturday, October 9, 2010
Sat., Oct. 9 – Hike to El Paso’s Tin Mines on the east slope of the Franklin Mountains near Anthony’s Nose in Franklin Mountains State Park. In operation from 1910 to 1915, they were North America’s only tin mining operation. More than eight tons of metal was mined from this location, though some geologists believe …
Grand Tour of El Paso Geological Features
Sunday, October 10, 2010
Sun., Oct. 10 – This trip will be a tour in vehicles visiting multiple sites in the El Paso region where geological vistas are extraordinary or detailed observations can be made. Sites include Rim Road or Scenic Drive, McKelligon Canyon, Transmountain Rd., and Mt. Cristo Rey. The drama of earth history and the details of …
New Pocket Guide to El Paso’s Geological Sites
Wednesday, October 13, 2010
Wed., Oct. 13 = The Centennial Museum at UTEP will unveil its newest publication: A Pocket Guide to El Paso’s Geological Sites by Professor Bill Cornell at a reception from 4 to 6:30 at the museum. Free parking will be available. In addition to the publication of this new book, the museum will be celebrating …
Oliver Lee State Park Day Hike
Saturday, October 16, 2010
Sat., Oct. 16 = Drive to Oliver Lee State Park by Alamogordo, NM. Hike scenic Dog Canyon Trail, 6 roundtrip miles, 3-5 hrs. Beautiful close-up view of Sacramento Mountains. Must be in good physical condition. Not recommended for children under age 15.
Interpretive Fair Weekend at Hueco Tanks State Park & Historic Site
Saturday, October 16, 2010
Sat. & Sun., Oct 16-17 = The Hueco Tanks State Park & Historic Site’s 2010 Interpretive Fair Weekend will be held from 10 a.m. to 9 p.m. October 16, and from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. October 17. Attractions of the two-day event will include Native American dancing and drumming, folklorico dancers, pictograph, birding and …
West Cottonwood Mineshaft Hike
Saturday, October 16, 2010
Explore the historic West Cottonwood Mineshaft on the western slope of the Franklin Mountains in the Tom Mays Unit of Franklin Mountains State Park. Hike begins at 9am. BY RESERVATION call 566-6441 ex. 21 or email erika.rubio@tpwd.state.tx.us
Interpretive Fair Weekend at Hueco Tanks State Park & Historic Site
Sunday, October 17, 2010
The park’s 2010 Interpretive Fair Weekend will be held from 10 a.m. to 9 p.m. October 16, and from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. October 17. Attractions of the two-day event will include Native American dancing and drumming, folklorico and matachine dancers, pictograph, birding and nature tours, climbing demonstrations and information booths. There is an evening …
Bishop’s Cap
Saturday, October 23, 2010
Sat., Oct. 23 = Bishop’s Cap, although adjacent to the southern end of the Organ Mountains, is the northern-most segment of the Franklin Mountains. The Paleozoic rocks contains hydrothermal mineralization that is likely related to the calderas of Organs. Shallow mines in the Fussleman Dolomite contain the minerals fluorite, barite, calcite and siderite. Minerals can …
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