Climb Smart 2018 finishes as one for the Record books Through the most powerful storm in Climb Smart history (23 years!), attendees and volunteers persevered to have a great time, contribute mightily to the Friends Of Joshua Tree mission and learn some skills on and off the rock. 1″ of rain fell in less than half a day in a high desert region that gets… 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
2nd Government Shutdown in 5 years affects Park access in peak season With the current federal government shutdown, there are many questions about access to recreation resources inside the Park. Last time there was a government shutdown, the Park was closed continuously for over two weeks, with barricades at the entrances to prevent vehicle access. This time, the feds are handling things a bit differently. The situation… Read More