Wilderness Map and Compass Training 

FMSP

Advanced Wilderness Exploration: Map & Compass Skills 

Take your outdoor skills beyond the basics with this immersive half-day workshop at FMSP.

Dive deeper into advanced map reading, compass navigation, terrain interpretation, route planning, and practical navigation techniques designed to build true wilderness confidence.

Whether you're preparing for longer adventures or want to become a more self-reliant hiker, this hands-on class will help you navigate with confidence, even when the trail disappears.

You'll learn:

• Advanced topographic map reading

• Compass bearings and navigation

• Terrain association and route planning

• Off-trail navigation fundamentals

• Decision-making and wilderness confidence

Build the skills. Trust your knowledge. Explore with confidence.

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Trail Tuesday 

.Tuesday Night Guided Hike

Meet : Roundhouse Trail

Where: Roundhouse Trailhead

Lets enjoy the fresh air of the morning as we watch the sunrise over El Paso. We will be walking on flat terrain, beginner friendly and explore the Bowen Ranch along the way.

Please have at least 2 liters of water and any snacks that you may have. This hike will be on rocky terrain and is a beginner hike.

Shoes with strong grip are essential and there is no shade on this trail.

Please bring all the 10 essentials, and supplies that you need and hiking sticks if you like them.

Bring a hat, water sunscreen, and prepare by looking at the weather.

Fee: FREE for Teen and pass holders. $5 for non park pass holders.

Bring your energy and sense of adventure!

Weather Reminder: Be prepared and check the forecast before heading out.

We can’t wait to share this magical sunset with you! If you have any questions, feel free to reach out.

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Registration Required

Register HERE

Scenic Drive Sunrise Hike 

Meet at Newman Park

2212 Alabama St, El Paso TX 79930

Plan on arriving by 6:00 am or earlier to park and get yourself situated, and get signed in.

Come get exercise and this is a perfect place to walk, run, carry weights.

We will walk from Newman Park to Scenic drive and along the closed road. 

Items needed: Water, 2-3 bottles water minimum. Good close toed shoes, a good hat for protection from the sun as there is no shade on the trail. Snacks are always good to have. Bring any medications you may personally need. Hiking poles if you like them.

This hike is family friendly - 2 or 3 miles.

The hike is pet friendly. Please keep pets on a leash. All welcome. 

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Scenic Drive

Meet at Newman Park

2212 Alabama St, El Paso TX 79930

Planea llegar alrededor de las 6:00 a. m. o antes para estacionarte, acomodarte y registrarte.

Ven a hacer ejercicio; este es un lugar perfecto para caminar, correr o caminar con pesas.

Caminaremos desde Newman Park hasta Scenic Drive y recorreremos la carretera cerrada al tráfico.

Artículos necesarios: Agua (mínimo 2 o 3 botellas), calzado cerrado adecuado y un buen sombrero para protegerte del sol, ya que no hay sombra en el recorrido. Siempre es buena idea llevar algún refrigerio. Trae cualquier medicamento personal que puedas necesitar. Bastones de senderismo, si te gusta usarlos.

Esta caminata es apta para familias (recorrido de 2 o 3 millas).

Se admiten mascotas. Por favor, mantenlas con correa. Todos son bienvenidos.

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Lunar Pathways June 28th 

Guided Heart Rock Hike

What to Expect:

Join us on this trek to the iconic Heart Rock hidden away on the McKelligon saddle. This is a offtrail 2-mile loop hard to strenuous hike with amazing scenery. You will be out of breath and you will want to have plenty of drinks on this short but mighty adventure, decent down a steep grade of equally uneven terrain where you will have to watch every step. The magic and beauty of the city is like none other in El Paso. Heart Rock is a hidden gem that only few ever reach so join us on this guided adventure to a famous Heart Rock.

You will visit two caves and take plenty of photos where you will be able to have the moments forever.

Terrain: Rocky, uneven terrain with a lot of desert life, longs sleeve, a good idea along with sticks and hiking shoes with good grip. The assent is steep and vertical and will give you a cardiac workout starting from the first steps.

Event Details:

Location: Ron Coleman Trailhead McKelligon Canyon

Time: Arrive and park by 6am, be ready to go at 6:10am

What to Bring:

Water, 2-3 liters minimum. Good close toed hiking shoes, hiking poles if you have them, a good hat for protection from the sun as there is no shade on the trail. Snacks are always good to have. Bring any medications you may personally need. Electrolytes are good to have.

What not to bring: Pets, first time hikers, anyone who is not familiar with offtrail.

Fee: Free for teens and those with parking pass or $5

Bring your energy and sense of adventure!

Weather Reminder: Be prepared and check the forecast before heading out. Must have the proper shoes for this hike. Grippy trail runners or hiking shoes a must. This is an advanced hike.

We can’t wait to share this magical adventure with you! If you have any questions, feel free to reach out.

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Excursión Guiada al Heart Rock

Qué Esperar:

Únete a nosotros en esta caminata hacia el icónico Heart Rock, escondido en la silla de montar McKelligon. Esta es una caminata fuera de sendero de 2 millas en un circuito de difícil a muy difícil con paisajes impresionantes. Te quedarás sin aliento y querrás llevar suficiente agua en esta aventura corta pero poderosa, descendiendo por una pendiente empinada con un terreno igualmente irregular donde tendrás que mirar cada paso. La magia y la belleza de la ciudad no se parecen a nada en El Paso. Heart Rock es una joya escondida a la que pocos llegan, así que únete a nosotros en esta aventura guiada hacia el famoso Heart Rock.

Detalles del Evento:

Ubicación: Ron Coleman Trailhead, Cañón McKelligon

Hora: Llega y estaciona antes de las 6 a.m., lista para comenzar a las 6:10 a.m.

Qué Llevar: Agua, mínimo 2-3 litros. Buen calzado cerrado para senderismo, bastones de senderismo si los tienes, un buen sombrero para protección del sol ya que no hay sombra en el sendero. Siempre es bueno llevar algunos bocadillos. Lleva cualquier medicamento que puedas necesitar personalmente. Los electrolitos son buenos para llevar.

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Gear Up & Go P3

Registration Required Registration is open in July.  

Mckelligon Canyon Sunrise Hike 

Meet Mckelligon Canyon Gate

 1331 McKelligon Canyon Rd, El Paso, TX 79930 

Meet at 5:45 to 6am. Hike at 6:10am 

What to Bring: MUST HAVE tennis shoes or hiking shoes. Bring water, 2 liters minimum. Good close toed shoes, a good hat for protection from the sun as there is no shade on the trail. Snacks are always good to have. Bring any medications you may personally need. Electrolytes are good to have.  

Register Here

Sunrise Hike

Teen Hike - Sunday July 12th

Meet @ 6:00 am

Mckelligon Canyon Gate  1331 McKelligon Canyon Rd, El Paso, TX 79930 

Meet at 5:45 to 6am. Hike at 6:10am 

What to Bring: MUST HAVE tennis shoes or hiking shoes. Bring water, 2 liters minimum. Good close toed shoes, a good hat for protection from the sun as there is no shade on the trail. Snacks are always good to have. Bring any medications you may personally need. Electrolytes are good to have.  

Register Here

+++ Save the Date +++

CHIHUAHUAN SWEEP -
TRAIL CLEANUP

Saturday Sep. 26,
7:00AM - 10:30 AM

Help us remove trash and debris from the Chihuahuan Desert while making a positive impact on our public lands.

Trail Clean-Up and Parking Lot Volunteer Opportunities.

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Private hikes for members happen a 4+ times a year. 

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Teen Program

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