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UPDATE to Comment Period for National Fixed Anchor Policy

A memorable, historic 2010… and what 2011 holds.

From the bottom of our volunteer-driven hearts, we thank you for your moral, muscle, and money-based support in 2010.  It enabled us to do so much, despite the challenge of...
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Climb Smart 2010 opens new ground for the future

Well we could talk about it till the Bighorn come home, but some pics can tell the story better.... see slideshow below! But suffice to say that the kickoff event...
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Climb Smart 2010 open for Registrants!

OCT. 22-24 FOJT with sponsors Black Diamond, Adventure 16, Sterling Ropes, Evolve Sports , Nomad Ventures and Uprising and kick off the climbing season in Joshua Tree right with skills...
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Climb Smart in October launches new format

FOJT is kicking off the climbing season in the fall with a totally revamped format for their annual event, in partnership with brands, athletes and the local Joshua Tree community....
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Speak Up… JTNPS is listening.

You can wait to react, or be part of the shaping process of your Park. The General Management Plan process has officially begun, but it's a long process and your...
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Climbers take ACTION – NPS Planning Meetings for JTNP’s future

Save the Date(s)! Come to a Joshua Tree National Park General Management Plan Open House NEXT WEEK and represent for the climbing community See JTNP public invite http://www.nps.gov/jotr/parknews/gmpopenhouse.htm You are...
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Towers of Uncertainty closed for Raptor nesting season

Please take note that the Towers of Uncertainty climbing area in the Geology Tour Road area is closed to climbing starting Friday, March 26th until after nesting for raptor protection....
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Calendar Items for April/May in JTree

*April 3 Movie Night at Sportsman's Lodge, 7pm. Touching The Void, free for all attendees thanks to our generous sponsor Joshua Tree Outfitters. *Joshua Tree National Park Social Trails restoration...
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Movie Night this Saturday night, March 13 Rock Shoe Demo at Nomads

3 Calendar Notes: * MOVIE NIGHT at Sportsmans Lodge, Sat night 7pm FREE! Mountain Hardwear sponsor, The Eiger Sanction screening with popcorn and bevs * ROCK SHOE DEMO at Nomads...
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March 6 Movie Night… Dirty Harry on the Eiger!

Join Friends Of Joshua Tree Saturday evening (March 6, 7pm) after cragging in the Park for a screening of 'The Eiger Sanction', the all-time celluloid climbing classic featuring Clint Eastwood,...
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Todd Gordon show this Saturday Feb. 6, 2010

Headed to Josh this weekend for some world-class climbing/cragging/bouldering/birdwatching/hiking or camping? Don't miss the local legend Todd Gordon presenting the latest shenanigans of his crew in fabulous multimedia! 7pm sharp...
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Holiday Cheer and Happy New Year!

A short Thank You to those who support climbing in Joshua Tree, for your volunteerism, financial support, participation in events and suggestions made (which prompted this message!). We'd be nowhere...
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Eagle Mountain landfill on hold

Plans for Landfill Near Joshua Tree Stalled by Lauren Hasler Plans to move in a new neighbor next to Joshua Tree National Park were stalled when a southern California appeals...
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Movie Night #2 Nov. 7 Saturday night!

Our third event of the season already in JTree brings 'VERTICAL FRONTIERS', an inspiring sweep through the who and where and what and when of climbing's pioneers in North America,...
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Climb Smart 2009 – got pics?

If you have pictures you'd like to see posted, email them to info@friendsofjosh.org and we'll post them here.
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Climb Smart 2009, Oct. 23-25

Click here to download the new poster If you haven't already - here's where you can register
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Movie Night 2009 #1

Title: Movie Night #1 Location: JT Community Center Description: First FOJT Movie Night of the season, featuring 'Southbounders', an independent adventure film of discovery and partnership. Start Time: 7pm PT...
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John Bachar, legend of Joshua Tree and American Climbing

Among elite rock climbers in the world, John Bachar represented the cleanest, boldest style that inspired a generation of highball and extreme on-sight athletes of today. John died last weekend...
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Weigh in on CA State Park closures

Here are just some of the climbing areas threatened with closure due to state budget mismanagement: Mt. Diablo, Mt. Tamalpais, Castle Rock, Castle Crags, Mt. San Jacinto, Stinson (Mickey's) Beach,...
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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...
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