what is #safeoutside? Read about it here… #SafeOutside is the first in-depth effort to examine and work toward positive change related to sexual harassment and sexual assault in the climbing community. Over 5000 climbers nationwide were surveyed about their experiences, from gym to remote crag, and from the Southeast US to Yosemite. Climbing Magazine, Alpinist Magazine, The Access Fund,… Read More
Raptor Nesting closures for Spring 2018 UPDATE March 20– A new closure to climbing to protect nesting raptors has taken effect on Jerry’s Quarry, in the Geology Tour Road area. Nesting Owls on this crag. Avoid climbing at the Towers of Uncertainty and the Patagonia Piles areas; Nesting falcons and hawks have been observed on these cliffs. Leave ’em be, there… Read More
How We Do It Friends of Joshua Tree is a grassroots access group for Joshua Tree National Park representing all those who love nature’s wild places to explore and recreate responsibly in Joshua Tree National Park. Climbers, hikers, wildlife viewers, night sky enthusiasts, trail runners, backpackers and campers are all part of our community. We work to ensure that… Read More