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  • Plants of Little Lakes Valley: Their Uses and Identification

    Psyched about wildflowers? Wish you knew how to tell pines from firs? Wondering whether you can eat that mushroom? You're in luck, because Robin knows plants. As a Friends of the Inyo Trail Ambassador, he'll guide you through the spectacular flora of Little Lakes Valley, sharing tips and tricks for identification and letting you know which plants taste good and which are better left untasted. Meet Robin at the Mosquito Flat Trailhead in Rock Creek at 10AM. Bring water, sunscreen, snacks, layers, and appropriate footwear for hiking. The length and strenuousness of the walk will depend on group consensus (but be...

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    Climate Change and Sierra Meadows

    Meadows make up a tiny portion of the Sierra Nevada, but they may have a vital role to play in our region's future. Join David, a Friends of the Inyo Trail Ambassador, for an exploration of meadows along the Duck Pass Trail, and a glimpse of how climate change may transform our treasured landscapes. Meet David at the Duck Pass Trailhead at Coldwater Creek Campground in the Mammoth Lakes Basin at 10AM. Bring water, sunscreen, snacks, layers, and appropriate footwear for hiking. The length of the walk will depend on group consensus (but be prepared to be out for at...

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    Taking and Making: a History of our High Sierra Water

    Water is perhaps the most important force that has shaped our Eastern Sierra landscape and culture through time. Join Melissa, a Friends of the Inyo Trail Ambassador, as she takes you on a journey through the Sierra's water history and hydrology along the Little Lakes Valley Trail in Rock Creek. Meet at 10AM at the Mosquito Flat Trailhead at the end of Rock Creek Road. Bring water, sunscreen, snacks, layers, and appropriate footwear for hiking. The length of the walk will depend on group consensus (but be prepared to be out for at least two hours). The Little Lakes Valley...

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    Trail Work Thursday — Mammoth

    Come out for summer's final Trail Work Thursday on August 16! We'll meet at the Mammoth Lakes Visitor Center at 8:30AM and start the day with a delicious breakfast donated by the Great Basin Bakery. We'll spend the morning cleaning up trash around Lake George and repairing rock work on the Crystal Lake Trail. After the event, join us for a free pint of beer donated by Mammoth Brewing Co! All ages welcome. Bring water and sunscreen and wear long pants and closed-toed shoes. We will provide work gloves and tools.

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    Potato Peak Hike in the Bodie Hills

    Join Friends of the Inyo’s Policy Director Jora Fogg and Bodie Hills Conservation Partnership’s Executive Director April Sall on a hike to Potato Peak, high point of the Bodie Hills. Enjoy a great hike and learn more about the wonders of this region on this moderately strenuous 4 mile round trip excursion. More information available on the Bodie Hills website. Hike subject to smoke conditions. RSVP to april@bodiehills.org or with questions.

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    Owens River Water Trail Project

    The Owens River Water Trail Project envisions a boater's paradise along a six-mile stretch of the Lower Owens River outside of Lone Pine. With ADA-accessible put-in and take-out points where all people can float, fish, and swim, this scenic Water Trail will be the first of its kind in California. Because the Owens River does not flood annually, islands of muck, tule reeds, and cottonwood logs build up in the channel and obstruct navigation. Clearing this debris each year is a key part of turning this stretch of river into a navigable Water Trail. Friends of the Inyo partners with Inyo...

  • Plants of Little Lakes Valley: Their Uses and Identification

    Psyched about wildflowers? Wish you knew how to tell pines from firs? Wondering whether you can eat that mushroom? You're in luck, because Robin knows plants. As a Friends of the Inyo Trail Ambassador, he'll guide you through the spectacular flora of Little Lakes Valley, sharing tips and tricks for identification and letting you know which plants taste good and which are better left untasted. Meet Robin at the Mosquito Flat Trailhead in Rock Creek at 10AM. Bring water, sunscreen, snacks, layers, and appropriate footwear for hiking. The length and strenuousness of the walk will depend on group consensus (but be...

  • hiking mosquito flat MIchael Cleaver

    CANCELLED – Taking and Making: a History of our High Sierra Water

    **We regret to say that due to unforeseen circumstances we have had to cancel this event. Please join us at our next interpretive hike on Saturday 9/22 at Rock Creek Lakes Resort!** Water is perhaps the most important force that has shaped our Eastern Sierra landscape and culture through time. Join Melissa, a Friends of the Inyo Trail Ambassador, as she takes you on a journey through the Sierra's water history and hydrology along the Little Lakes Valley Trail in Rock Creek. Meet at 10AM at the Mosquito Flat Trailhead at the end of Rock Creek Road. Bring water, sunscreen,...

  • Bishop Friday Night Market

    Friday Night market in Bishop with Friends of the Inyo Join Friends of the Inyo and many more vendors at the second Bishop Friday Night market.  The last event was a blast, and this market should be even better. Find out about our programs, grab free stickers, or buy a stylish t-shirt at the Friends of the Inyo Booth. Sax 5th Avenue will be playing at this Market. We have been talking with the Chief of Police and our public will be able to walk around the show with cocktails! Yay! For more details please check out the facebook event...

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