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Solar Eclipse Viewing Event

Alabama Hills National Scenic Area Bishop, CA, United States

On October 14th, the solar eclipse will start at approximately 8:06 am, peak at 9:23 am, and end at 10:48 am in the Eastern Sierra, with 80% coverage of the sun, creating dusk-like conditions. Join an ESIA interpretive specialist for a talk and witness one of the celestial events of the year! 9 am: Mobius Arch Trailhead Parking, Alabama Hills. Solar glasses and an eclipse projector will be provided for viewing, paired with a short talk about the phenomenon.

Art and Observation Walk in Alabama Hills

Alabama Hills National Scenic Area Bishop, CA, United States

Join BLM’s artist-in-residence, Alyssa Marquez, between the jagged peaks of the Sierra Nevada and Owens Valley for an Observation and Art Walk within the Alabama Hills National Scenic Area. Participants will take short hikes in the rounded rocks and eroded hills to observe their surroundings and create brief artworks (e.g., drawings, photography, poetry, audio recordings, video) in response to these observations. The Observation and Art Walk allows participants to experience the environment through a focused perspective, uncovering textures, animals and sounds that might normally go unnoticed. Morning refreshments will provided by ESIA. All mediums are welcome. Please bring your own […]

Event Series Alabama Hills Ranger Programs

Alabama Hills Ranger Programs

Alabama Hills National Scenic Area Bishop, CA, United States

Learn about the natural history of the Alabama Hills with BLM rangers.  Meet at the Mobius Trailhead Parking Lot, 1.5 miles north on Movie Flat Road from Whitney Portal Road.  Children need to be accompanied by adults.  Wear sturdy walking shoes.  Be prepared for weather changes.  Bring water & snacks.  Program may be cancelled due to unforeseen circumstances such as weather, etc.

Free
Event Series Alabama Hills Ranger Programs

Alabama Hills Ranger Programs

Alabama Hills National Scenic Area Bishop, CA, United States

Learn about the natural history of the Alabama Hills with BLM rangers.  Meet at the Mobius Trailhead Parking Lot, 1.5 miles north on Movie Flat Road from Whitney Portal Road.  Children need to be accompanied by adults.  Wear sturdy walking shoes.  Be prepared for weather changes.  Bring water & snacks.  Program may be cancelled due to unforeseen circumstances such as weather, etc.

Free

Event Series Alabama Hills Ranger Programs

Alabama Hills Ranger Programs

Alabama Hills National Scenic Area Bishop, CA, United States

Learn about the geology of the Alabama Hills with BLM rangers.  Meet at the Mobius Trailhead Parking Lot, 1.5 miles north on Movie Flat Road from Whitney Portal Road.  Children need to be accompanied by adults.  Wear sturdy walking shoes.  Be prepared for weather changes.  Bring water & snacks.  Program may be cancelled due to unforeseen circumstances such as weather, etc.

Free
Event Series Alabama Hills Ranger Programs

Alabama Hills Ranger Programs

Alabama Hills National Scenic Area Bishop, CA, United States

Learn about the geology of the Alabama Hills with BLM rangers.  Meet at the Mobius Trailhead Parking Lot, 1.5 miles north on Movie Flat Road from Whitney Portal Road.  Children need to be accompanied by adults.  Wear sturdy walking shoes.  Be prepared for weather changes.  Bring water & snacks.  Program may be cancelled due to unforeseen circumstances such as weather, etc.

Free