The 24th staging of the FOJT Climb Smart Festival in Joshua Tree was a great gathering of climbers, outdoor enthusiasts and those who love and work to protect our unique treasure of the high desert (Joshua Tree National Park). Over 300 climbers came to sharpen their skills, build out their network and give back to… Read More


Joshua Tree National Park is beginning the planning process for a Climbing Management Plan; the planning process has already started, and this round of preliminary comments has a deadline of NOVEMBER 13. That’s next week! The Park Service and FOJT urge you to weigh in and let them know how you’d like to see management… Read More


Big Thanks to all the early bird registrants out there! If you aren’t yet registered, this note is for You… Please Join Us to kick off the climbing season right this Fall. Education, Stewardship, Amplifying our collective Voice and building Community. Oh, and it’s Fun too!  REGISTER HERE (also FAQ’s at this link too)  Climb Smart,… Read More