The James Reserve (http://www.jamesreser...) is located in the San Jacinto Mountains near Idyllwild, CA. Reserve facilities include the Trailfinder Lodge Lab-dormitory complex which accommodates thirty people in two bedrooms and two dorm-style rooms; a main room for dining and meetings; a fully equiped kitchen with a four burner stove and two refrigerators; two bathrooms; a wood stove and additional gas heating; a campfire ring, outdoor barbecues, and a tent camping area that can accommodate 4-5 tents.

As with most of our trips, this trip will be "do it yourself" style in terms of getting to the James Reserve and back to Irvine. We will organize carpools from the UC-Irvine campus and provide detailed directions to the reserve site.

Cost for the trip, including accommodations, programming, campfire snacks, and breakfast is $15 for OCSCB members, $20 for non-members. Kids/families welcome!! Note: membership dues are $25 annually and include benefits such as discounts on retreats/activities. Membership dues can be paid at the retreat to receive the discounted price.

Tentative Itinerary

Saturday, October 23:

8:00-9:00am Depart Irvine with your carpool (we won't caravan)
10:00-12:00 Arrive and check in at the James Reserve. Pack a lunch, prepare to hike.
1:00-3:00 Leisurely afternoon hike at the reserve.
3:00-5:00 Afternoon free time to explore, socialize, play music.
5:00-6:00 Introduction to the reserve, history, conservation, and research.
Presentation/discussion lead by the James Reserve Manager.
7:00 Potluck dinner, please bring or plan to prepare a dish to share.
8:00-? Campfire, music, socializing. Bring your instruments!!

Sunday, October 24:

8:00-10:00 Breakfast
10:00-12:00 Hike / tour / explore the reserve.
12:00-2:00 Pack up / clean up reserve facilities. Depart for Irvine

If you would like to join us, reserve your spot by emailing Jessica Pratt at jessicadpratt AT gmail.com with the following information.

1. Name
2. Affiliation (UCI, community member, other organization)
3. Number of attendees in your party
4. OCSCB member (or not)?
5. Can you drive or do you need a ride?
6. If you can drive, how many people can you offer a ride to?
7. Preference for tent camping or dorm-style bunk.