Learn how to tackle Half Dome, cook outdoors and hike in Joshua Tree

YOSEMITE

Workshop

REI experts will show you how to navigate the cables on Half Dome and make it to the top.

When, where: 7 p.m. Tuesday at REI in Rancho Cucamonga, 12218 Foothill Blvd.

Admission, info: Free. (909) 646-8360

COOKING

Presentation

Learn recipes, tips and tricks for cooking in the great outdoors.

When, where: 7 p.m. Friday at Adventure 16, 11161 W. Pico Blvd., Los Angeles.

Admission, info: Free. (310) 473-4574.

JOSHUA TREE

Hiking

Test your cross-country hiking skills on this eight-mile round trip to the Hexahedron Mine.

When, where: 8 a.m. March 15. Oasis Visitor Center, 74485 National Park Drive, Twentynine Palms.

Admission, info: $60. (760) 367-5535

Please email announcements at least three weeks before the event to [email protected].