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
Nesting Raptor closures active in JTNP – check beta Here before climbing! Spring has Sprung in JTree! This is the time of year when birds of prey in the Park build their nests and get very VERY sensitive about close by activity. Please observe all posted closures, and know before you go. CLICK HERE to see the recent JTNP announcements, and also look for posted signage near… Read More