Accommodations (Saturday night Jan 24)
Furnace Creek Resort: Reservations (800) 236-7916 or Front Desk (760) 786-2345. The Ranch at Furnace Creek: Std room $159/night +, Cabin $129/night + Several restaurants in the ranch area (family type) no reservations required (The Wrangler, 49er Café, Cork Screw Saloon, 19th hole)
What to Pack
Winter desert wear. Chilly at night after the sun sets and short sleeve warm in the day. Bring hiking footwear and sunscreen plus a water bottle. Don’t forget your camera.
Transportation on Site
Farabee’s Jeep Rentals located at the Inn. Reservations (877) 970-5337 or (760) 786-9872. Farabee’s will leave your vehicle at the airport for your arrival if requested. 4 seaters. $235/day
The Flight over
Phoenix to Furnace Creek, CA is ~300nm. You may have to plan a fuel stop or two depending on your aircraft. Please plan your flight according to regulations. Non- APA members are required to submit a Liability Waiver prior to the trip. Planned arrival time => 11:00 local time Saturday Jan 24 at LØ6 (gain an hour from AZ)
Schedule (Trip Coordinator— Brad Lawrence 602-460-4286)
We’ve put together a schedule for those who want to rent a Jeep (sharing expenses) and see the high points of the valley. For those who choose to stay by the ranch and rent a bicycle, that’s fine too. In either case call or email Brad to give your intentions for planning purposes. Looking for backseats.
Saturday Jan 24
11:00 Local time—Arrival from AZ
Pick up Jeeps and head to Titus Canyon
12:30 Arrive Titus Canyon (sightsee/box lunch) 4:00 Head back to Furnace Creek
6:00 Dinner at Wrangler Steakhouse
8:00 Campfire / Guitar music / Astronomer presentation by Mesa College Prof.
Sunday Jan 25 Sunrise 6:54
Local breakfast buffet at the 49er OR pack coffee and a Danish to eat on location
8:00 hit the road for Badwater (25 minutes) 10:00 head for the Inyo mine or Zabrinski’s Point (30 minute drive)
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