Friends of Joshua Tree The Voice Of The Climbing Community In JTNP Since 1991 https://friendsofjosh.org - [Comment Period OPEN for proposed Climbing Management on federal lands - Let your voice be heard!](https://friendsofjosh.org/comment-period-open-for-proposed-climbing-management-on-federal-lands-let-your-voice-be-heard/): in 2025, the EXPLORE Act and PARC Act (Protect America’s Rock Climbing) were passed by Congress. This legislation codified rock climbing and fixed anchors as an appropriate use of wilderness lands and clarified the need for federal agencies to manage accordingly. Passing EXPLORE was a landmark event for climbers nationwide; now an even more important […] - [FoJT Rebolting Program](https://friendsofjosh.org/fojt-rebolting-program/): Friends of Joshua Tree (FoJT) would like to inform the climbing community that we have started a paid rebolting/route maintenance program for Joshua Tree National Park. We recently had a successful first rebolting day, replacing 13 bolts at a popular area in the Park.  We would like to thank and acknowledge the previous volunteer work […] - [Climb Smart 2026 “Early Bird” Registration Now Open](https://friendsofjosh.org/climb-smart-2026-early-bird-registration-now-open/): Join the Joshua Tree climbing festival of the year at Climb Smart 2026, November 20-22, 2026! Learn the ropes (and gear) for adventure climbing and be part of the responsible recreation movement in support of our National Park! Registration includes camping, two catered dinners, vendor village, opportunity drawings, daytime clinics with working guides and a […] - [Climbers vs Mustards](https://friendsofjosh.org/climbers-vs-mustards/): Climbers Vs Mustards  |  Saturday, March 28  |  9Am To 1Pm We’re stoked to share an upcoming Stewardship Day with you in Joshua Tree National Park just for climbers. If you’re up for getting a little dusty and giving back to the desert, sign up below. Spots are limited! When: Saturday, March 28 • 9 […] - [Climber Coffee Is Back](https://friendsofjosh.org/climber-coffee-back/): BYOM (Bring Your Own Mug) Climber Coffee is back and brewing in J-Tree! In coordination with Access Fund we’re excited to announce Friends of Joshua Tree and Joshua Tree National Park is hosting Climber Coffee every weekend now through March 29. Catch Katie Joy, the incredible Coffee Host, slinging coffee and cool climbing facts at:  • Saturdays at Hidden Valley Campground […] https://friendsofjosh.org/sitemaps.xml