Climb Smart 2009 hits JT Oct. 23-25, Save The Date The kickoff to the Josh climbing season and the largest gathering of climbers in Joshua Tree, Climb Smart is the community gathering that combines education with stewardship, connectivity and inspiration to climbers from all over the world. Of course it’s a swagfest too. Stay tuned (subscribe to RSS or check back often, or join our… Read More
Climbing Closures in Towers of Uncertainty area The National Park Service has temporarily closed the Towers of Uncertainty climbing area located along Geology Tour Road to all recreational use including climbing due to active raptor nesting. The major crags affected are Two Bolt Rock, Lava Dome, Cave Rock and Reef Rock. The park service expects the area to reopen to recreational use following… Read More
Ryan Ranch: History in Ruins or Ruined History? By Caitlyn Marrs Archeologist Joshua Tree National Park At the western base of Ryan Mountain lie adobe ruins representing early turn of the century life in Joshua Tree National Park. What remains there today is the footprint left behind by the Ryan family, who came to Joshua Tree in the 1890’s to manage and eventually… Read More