Who’s Running Around the Desert at Night? -July

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Celebration of Our Mountains

Join the Celebration of Our Mountains for a guided night hike in the Franklin Mountains with expert Dr. Paul Hyder.

Franklin Mountains State Park

<h3>🌙 Who’s Running Around the Desert at Night?</h3>Date &amp; Time: Saturday, July 11, 2026 · 7:30 PM – ~10:30 PMLocation: Franklin Mountains State Park Tom Mays Park Access Road, El Paso, TX 79911Event DescriptionJoin Celebration of Our Mountains for a unique evening adventure!This guided night hike will introduce participants to the fascinating nocturnal world of the desert. After a short orientation and safety briefing, we’ll embark on a 1-mile round-trip hike with several stops to observe the plants and animals that come alive after dark.From the glow of desert plants to the quiet movements of nocturnal wildlife, this is an unforgettable opportunity to see the desert in a whole new light.<ul><li>Distance: ~1 mile</li><li>Duration: 2–3 hours</li><li>Difficulty: Moderate (family friendly)</li><li>Bring: Good walking shoes, water, snacks, and a reliable flashlight or headlamp</li><li>Important: A Texas Parks &amp; Wildlife park pass is required and must be purchased in advance online.</li></ul>This event is limited to 25 participants. Advance registration is required, and participants must show their Eventbrite ticket at check-in. No walk-ins permitted.Trip Leader: Dr. Paul HyderContact: phyder@zianet.com Hosted by Celebration of Our MountainsCelebration of Our Mountains is a regional, volunteer-driven nonprofit dedicated to connecting people of all ages to the natural wonders of our region through outdoor adventures, education, and community programs.🌐 Learn more at: <a href="" title="" target="_blank" data-msys-clicktrack="0" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">celebrationofourmountains.squarespace.com</a>

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