Field Trips
Coronavirus (COVID-19) Update
Effective as of 03/13/2020, the China Lake Navel Air Weapons Station has cancelled its tours of Little Petroglyph Canyon until April 10. At that time, they will reassess the situation and decide how to proceed.
The CRAF March 22 tour has been cancelled. We may be able to reschedule the tour for a later date, but at this time we do not know when the base will reopen.
Our other field trips and events are scheduled for mid-April or later and we hope to hold them as planned. Our generous cancellation policy remains in effect. We will reassess this as time progresses.
We hope you stay healthy!
CRAF regularly hosts one (1) day field trips to sites such as Little Lake, Tomo-Kahni, Rocky Hill, and Little Petroglyph Canyon.
These trips are tons of fun and offer a unique and remarkable opportunity to experience spectacular rock art sites.
Trips can open suddenly and fill up fast. We offer as much notice as is possible. Please check here often for updated information.
Field Trip Fees:
Rocky Hill
Tomo-Kahni
Members: $30 per person
Non-Members: $50 per person
*Plus additional Conservancy / State Park fees
Little Lake
Members: $45 per person
Non-Members: $65 per person
Little Petroglyph Canyon
Members: $50 per person
Non-Members: $65 per person
*Some trips may have additional access fees, escort fees, etc. Visits to sites not listed above may be subject to different fees.
All fees will be clearly listed in the event registration. Field trip fees do not include CRAF Membership fees.
Site visitation dates, rules and group size limits are set by the site stewards and are to be followed by trip attendees.
Trips may be cancelled at any time for a number of reasons. If a trip is cancelled, registrants will be notified as soon as possible via email, and refunded. Individuals can also be denied access to sites at any time for a number of reasons. In such cases, refunds may not be issued. Attendee cancellations received at least three (3) days prior to the date of trip will be refunded. Cancellations received after this deadline may not be refunded.
If you have any questions, are having trouble registering, or need to cancel a registration, email Christine or (209) 201-8051.
These trips are tons of fun and offer a unique and remarkable opportunity to experience spectacular rock art sites.
Trips can open suddenly and fill up fast. We offer as much notice as is possible. Please check here often for updated information.
Field Trip Fees:
Rocky Hill
Tomo-Kahni
Members: $30 per person
Non-Members: $50 per person
*Plus additional Conservancy / State Park fees
Little Lake
Members: $45 per person
Non-Members: $65 per person
Little Petroglyph Canyon
Members: $50 per person
Non-Members: $65 per person
*Some trips may have additional access fees, escort fees, etc. Visits to sites not listed above may be subject to different fees.
All fees will be clearly listed in the event registration. Field trip fees do not include CRAF Membership fees.
Site visitation dates, rules and group size limits are set by the site stewards and are to be followed by trip attendees.
Trips may be cancelled at any time for a number of reasons. If a trip is cancelled, registrants will be notified as soon as possible via email, and refunded. Individuals can also be denied access to sites at any time for a number of reasons. In such cases, refunds may not be issued. Attendee cancellations received at least three (3) days prior to the date of trip will be refunded. Cancellations received after this deadline may not be refunded.
If you have any questions, are having trouble registering, or need to cancel a registration, email Christine or (209) 201-8051.
Little Petroglyph Canyon
Ridgecrest, CA
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It looks like spring is going to bring us
the perfect weather for visiting the largest known concentration of petroglyphs in the western hemisphere. Little Petroglyph Canyon, a.k.a. lower Renegade Canyon, is the location of thousands of images left by people who populated this region in times past. Located on the Naval Air Weapons Station, China Lake, access is limited to tours with Navy-approved guides. Join CRAF President and rock art expert Dr. Alan Gold for a extraordinary day in this awe-inspiring canyon. Tour dates close weeks in advance. These are the Department of the Navy deadlines. NO EXCEPTIONS. Registration Deadline/Trip Date April 1 / April 26 April 22 / May 17 Must be in good physical condition. Disabled access is limited. Must be a U.S. citizen, over age 10. No pets. Maximum of 20 attendees. |
For more information or to register, click on the appropriate photo above.
Little Lake
near Ridgecrest, CA
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Don't miss this rare and exciting opportunity to explore the fabulous rock art and archaeological sites at Little Lake.
The Little Lake area encompasses 5,000 acres and contains several petroglyphs and pictographs dating to around 10,000 years ago, as well as the Stahl site exhibiting evidence of the Pinto Basin tradition dating between 5,000 and 2,000 years ago. CRAF President and rock art expert Dr. Alan Gold will escort attendees on a tour of Little Lake on Saturday, April 25. Little Lake is private property; trespassing is forbidden. Must be registered to attend. This trip is moderately strenuous. There is minimal hiking and some uneven terrain. Disabled access is not possible or extremely limited at this time. Inquire for details. No children under the age of 5. No pets. Maximum of 20 attendees. |
Sorry, this trip is full. Contact Christine to be placed on the wait list.
Those that contacted Christine prior to March 14, 2020 are on the wait list.
Those that contacted Christine prior to March 14, 2020 are on the wait list.
Tomo-Kahni
Tehachapi, CA
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Tomo-Kahni, or "Winter Village," was the site of a Kawaiisu (Nuwa) village. The Kawaiisu migrated from the Great Basin and made the beautiful area of the Tehachapi their home for two to three thousand years. They also created some remarkable rock art, including the marvelous pictographs at Tomo-Kahni.
Entry into the area is restricted to guided tours only. Join CRAF President and rock art expert Dr. Alan Gold on Saturday, May 16 for a fabulous and fun escorted tour of Tomo-Kahni. Additional State Parks Entrance Fee(s) Due the Day of the Trip: $5 adults age 17+ $3 children age 6-16 Please bring the exact amount or small bills. Make checks payable to State of California DPR. Moderately strenuous. Disabled access is not possible at this time. Children under the age of 6 not recommended. No children under the age of 2. No pets. Maximum of 14 attendees. |
For more information or to register, click on the photo above.
