Night Hike: Mine Wash
Join us for a night hike through Mine Wash, a historic Kumeyaay area associated with a trade network extending from the Colorado River to the Pacific Coast. We’ll begin our hike at Mine Wash Village, a seasonal habitation site used most intensively by the Kumeyaay people around 1100 years ago and again in the 1600s. We’ll look at the morteros and mysterious pecked cupules under the moonlight before we continue on a 4 mille roundtrip hike deeper into the wash and canyon and back. This hike will be led by a certified wilderness first responder.
Please Bring: Closed-toe hiking shoes, Layers, At least 2 liters of water per person, snacks, and a headlamp (required)
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Recharge under the stars — Let the quiet beauty of the desert at night melt your stress away as you explore a hidden side of Anza-Borrego few ever see.
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Experience guided adventure — Hike safely with a certified Wilderness First Responder who’ll help you discover the magic, history, and wildlife of this moonlit landscape.
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Create unforgettable memories — Whether you’re coming solo or with friends, this one-of-a-kind night hike offers a sense of wonder and connection that lingers long after.
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Support a mission that matters — Every registration helps fund outdoor education programs, making the desert more accessible and inspiring for all.
REGISTER TODAY!
Date: Friday, May 23, 2025
Time: 7:00-11:00 p.m. (End time is approximate)
Location: Meet at the ABF office at 587 Palm Canyon Dr. #122, Borrego Springs, CA 92004 (in The Mall next to Kendall’s Cafe). From there we will carpool/caravan to the trailhead.
Cost:
ABF Member: $20
Non-Member: $30
Student: $15
*Please note that as the Anza-Borrego Foundation is a non-profit organization, all program costs are used to support current and future education programs, including subsidized programs that seek to increase access to the outdoors.
Scholarships: A limited number of scholarships are available for those with financial hardship. If you’d like to request a scholarship, please reach out to [email protected] with a 2–3 paragraph description about why you’d like to attend this program and your need for a scholarship.
Hike Leader:
Annie DeFino has been doing Outdoor Education for over ten years. Originally residing in New Jersey, she found a love of the outdoors mushroom hunting in the marshes. She was educated at Lesley University in Boston Massachusetts and promptly moved to a warmer area. The minute Annie experienced the Sonoran Desert she knew her calling was to educate others about the importance of the desert. Since then, she’s moved to Pasadena and has taught science in outdoor settings all around California. From Big Sur to Anza Borrego, she has passionately educated ages young and old about water in the west, geology, fauna, flora, and most importantly, life in the desert. Currently Annie is a Course Director for a northern based outdoor education company and enjoys facilitating outdoor events for Anza Borrego.
Cancellation Policy: Cancellation requests must be received at least 7 days before the event to receive a refund. Hikes may be cancelled due to unsafe weather, road conditions, or low attendance, with 24-hour notice if possible. If ABF cancels a hike, we will issue a full credit or refund.
