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 staff invites the public to attend a meeting exploring future park management strategies related to visitation and capacity issues. The park will host three open house meetings in October 2019 to discuss past visitor use and resource management actions, as well as current infrastructure and future plans. Park managers encourage this… 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