Sierra Club June Events--Central Iowa
Hikes, program and campout/astronomy outing.
June 6 Walk Report
Sharon, Robbie, Dick, Cindy, Phyllis urban-hiked the approximately 2.5 miles
from Gray's Lake on to the new downtown path veering off on the south end of
the trail to dine at Romeo's. The one-way trip was about 40 minutes. And
then back during a gorgeous view of downtown above the river as the sun set.
We saw deer, ducks, hawks, and bats. This route is becoming more of a
popular trail as people discover it for urban hiking and biking.
Next walks
TONIGHT
TUESDAY, JUNE 13: Weekly Hike-6:30 p.m.
Jester Park in northwest Polk County. We will take advantage of several of
the 8 hiking trails Jester Park has to offer. Meet at the parking lot just
inside the entrance. Contact Ginger at [log in to unmask] or 253-0232 for
directions.
TUESDAY, JUNE 20: Weekly Hike-6:30 p.m.
Walnut Woods State Park in West Des Moines. Meet by the boat ramp just
inside the west entrance of the park for an easy one-hour hike through this
beautiful park along the Raccoon River. Contact Phyllis at 274-4319 or
[log in to unmask]
WEDNESDAY, JUNE 21: Des Moines Monthly Public Program- Fort Des Moines Park
Mel Pins, president of Somerset Neighborhood Association will present a
program on Fort Des Moines Park and the proposed expansion of Blank Park Zoo
into the county park. Our public programs are 7:30-9:00 p.m. at Grace United
Methodist Church, 37th & Cottage Grove. Refreshments follow the program.
Contact Jane at 223-5047 or [log in to unmask] for more information.
SATURDAY, JUNE 24
Campout and stargazing at Ashton/Wildwood Park north on Hwy. 330, We can
meet at the campground at 4:30 p.m. A walk is planned for about 5 p.m. A
potluck is planned for about 6 p.m. Expect some flexibility in times. If the
weather permits, the Des Moines Astronomical Society will give us a lecture
followed by telescope viewing. The DMAS asks for a $2 per person donation
for the lecture and scope event. Contact Phyllis at [log in to unmask] or
274-4319 for information. You are welcome to come to camp overnight or just
join in whenever.
Phyllis would appreciate it if you could tell her if you intend to join us.
Call Phyllis at 274-4319 or e-mail her at [log in to unmask]
Cancellation only in really horrible weather and then, only those people who
let me know that they are coming.
Hope to see you, Phyllis.
Facilities:
Pit toilets
Drinking water spigots
Free camping fee
What to do:
4 pm Set up Camp, sit around, relax
5 pm Short, easy nature hike, about 30 minutes (I'm told)
6 pm pot luck: bring your own tableware , drink, main dish and a side dish
or dessert to share.
8 pm Astronomy lecture by a member of the Des Moines Astronomical Society,
half an hour. Now, at this date it won't get dark until around 9 pm, so
bring your imagination. A $2 donation is requested to the DMAS.
8:30 pm Sit around the fire, tell big stories, and roast marshmallows.
Getting there:
Ashton/Wildwook Park is northeast of I-80 on Hwy. 330 (that's the diagonal
road to Marshalltown.) Go about 20 miles northeast of the Interstate. At the
first road past the Hwy. 65 turnoff, you can reach Ashton Park by taking
County Road F-17 (this is the Baxter road) east of Hwy. 330 1/2 mile and
then turning south for 1/4 mile. Look for the park entrance next to the
Ashton Chapel. It features a 1/2 mile self-interpretive nature trail. The
trail, covered with wood chips, can be used for hiking, environmental
education and nature observation.
TUESDAY, JUNE 27: Weekly Hike-6:30 p.m.
Sycamore Trail off NW 66th east of Johnston-We will hike a portion of the
trail, which will take us through some of the most wild and scenic sites of
the metro area, as we follow the west bank of the Des Moines River.
Wildlife is abundant in this wooded area. Meet at the small parking lot west
of the river and south of NW 66th in Johnston. Contact Ginger at
[log in to unmask] or call 253-0232.
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