Big Plans are underway for this tears 20th annual Morongo basin Orchid Festival. In addition to tours, classes, and non-profit support, new features are being added. Reporter Mike Lipsitz says a 5K run will be held this year…
The Morongo Basin Orchid Festival, now in its 20th year, introduces a 5K Orchid Run hosted by New Horizons. The on- and off-road scenic loop begins at 8 a.m. October 3 at Gubler’s Orchid Farm on the first day of the Festival. Preregister at active.com, under New Horizon’s 5K Orchid Run in Landers. Then pick up your packet between 6:00 a.m. and 7:50 a.m. the morning of the run at Gubler Orchids. No packets will be distributed after 7:50 a.m.
Have you ever wanted the thrill of going up in a hot air balloon and viewing our magnificent desert from over 100 feet in the air? As part of the 20th Annual Orchid Festival activities, Gubler Orchids and the Sunset Rotary Club of Yucca Valley will be offering morning and late afternoon tethered balloon rides on Saturday, October 3, weather permitting. For $10 per person, Bill Geeson of GO BALLOONING will take you up in the air where you will have a “bird’s-eye view” of the Orchid Festival activities as well as a 360 degree desert view.
Mark your calendars to come out to Gubler Orchids, 2200 Belfield Blvd. in Landers. The Orchid Festival runs from Saturday, October 3, 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. to Sunday, October 4, 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. In addition to the Saturday-only tethered balloon rides, there will be the “best ever in Landers” fireworks show at 7:30 p.m. Staurday. Both days feature greenhouse tours, orchid classes, food, wine tasting, live music, community non-profit organizations and vendor booths. Admission is free, and all proceeds go to benefit local non profits. Enjoy the fun and celebrate with us!
