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Death Valley: Where Wonder Reigns!

with Geologist Amazing Bob Scarborough. 

Reserving now !   November 13-19, 2011 cool fall weather!

Geologist Amazing Bob Scarborough loves Death Valley! Most visitors are surprised by the awesome beauty and scope of this amazing out-of-the-way place. We invite you to join us to explore your amazement: share this affable geologist’s long experience in this very special place, home to wonderful geologic mysteries! From mile-high Dante’s View, we'll peer way, way down at Badwater: (at -282’ it's the western hemisphere’s lowest elevation!), while across the valley spectacular Telescope Peak rises to 11,049'. Fabled Scotty’s Castle provides a memorable tour. Long-abandoned 20 mule team borax works, lovely sand dunes and narrow canyons are among many other wonders we’ll experience. Photograph and walk about the desert in fine fall weather. The historic Furnace Creek Ranch Resort offers us very comfortable nightly accommodations plus a full range of resort amenities. Get your brochure and plan now to find out just how much fun you can have on this unique and comfortable learning adventure! Reserving now.

The warm spring-fed pool at historic Furnace Creek Ranch, our comfortable base in Death Valley 

Please consider our scheduling:

At Baja's Frontier Tours, we produce handcrafted learning vacations. 

Most itineraries are offered only one time every few years; for example, this program was last offered in 2004.

We don't expect to schedule this program again for several years. 

If you're interested, we hope you'll make the decision to join us for this this one.

Please call Mary & Piet Van de Mark with any questions 

 520-887-2340 in Tucson, Arizona 

 Ask us about this learning vacation! 

 

 

Ubehebe Crater, an impressive half-mile wide maar crater

Mary gets the low down on the elevation at Badwater

Classic 1938 Postcard. Courtesy Lake County Museum Archives

Death Valley Scotty's famed castle, home of tall tales Historic Rhyolite

                 

  Original Twenty Mule Team Borax wagons and water tanker

The Dance of the Mules, as they haul 36 tons of Borax & wagons

Remember "Death Valley Days" on radio & TV?

We choose to begin and end this trip at Las Vegas, NV for lots of good reasons. There, we're just 2 1/2 hours from Death Valley, and Las Vegas is easy to reach. Cheap flights are available, or it's a pleasant day's drive from Tucson and much of the West. You may park your car at the Silverton, our quiet and comfortable "off-strip" hotel, while we're in Death Valley. Our accommodations at historic Furnace Creek Ranch Resort in the heart of Death Valley offer many amenities. While our days are filled with explorations, opportunities can be found for horseback riding, tennis, swimming, walking the cool green grounds...one can even choose 18 holes of golf over a day afield! Each guestroom looks out across a very wide grassy lawn toward the pool, warmed to a constant 82 degrees by the natural hot spring that flows through it! Bring your swimsuit! Two restaurants and a lounge await. Comfortable temperatures are typically low 70's daytime and mid-40's at night during our visit. Optional short hikes.

 

   Bob Scarborough's enthusiasm for geology is contagious! He has learned regional geology for some thirty-five years while on many federal, state and company projects. Here, Bob will share his passion for Death Valley and the amazing big picture of regional geological history. He is currently working on the origin of the Grand Canyon, and a new book on the geological history of the Southwest.

Mary's lifetime in Arizona, plus her two decades of natural history education experience, including fourteen years at the Arizona-Sonora Desert Museum, continue to assure BFT's fans an enjoyable and professional learning experience. Mary's love of arts, history, great food and friendly, curious people keep her on the go, often getting away with her husband Piet to scout new and special spots to share. BFT's guests enjoy Mary's passion for desert flora, ethnobotany and her informative nature interpretations.

Piet's passion for Baja California, Mexico's natural beauty bloomed on a personal odyssey in the summer of 1962. Baja's Frontier Tours began with 4WD camping expeditions—Personalized Wilderness Travels—with Piet’s founding of BFT in Tucson in 1966. Programs gradually evolved into the enjoyable and unique learning eco-vacations—Personalized Natural & Cultural History —that Mary and Piet personally create and share with their guests today.

Death Valley, a custom program for your group?

This is a wonderful and economical custom learning vacation for your club, group, institution or extended family and friends. Always personally escorted by Piet and Mary Van de Mark. Please plan as far in advance as possible; one or more years is most welcome; however, we'll accommodate shorter notice if possible. Call, write or email us to discuss options. (530) 887-2340.

 

QUESTIONS & RESERVATIONS?

 Contact us by phone: 520-887-2340 (Tucson, Arizona)

piet@bajasfrontiertours.com

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February 18, 2010

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