From the Mojave Desert Land Trust…

The Mojave Desert Land Trust and Mil-Tree are excited to partner on a new program connecting servicemembers to the desert landscape through relaxing and immersive outdoor activities. 

Attend our launch party on Saturday, February 22 at the Mojave Desert Land Trust headquarters (60124 Twentynine Palms Highway in Joshua Tree) from 10am-1pm to connect with fellow veterans and register for the program’s inaugural guided birdwatching hike at Big Morongo Canyon Preserve.

RSVP is required and space is limited.

Please reserve your spot on Eventbrite. For more information, contact ella@mdlt.org or call 760-366-5440 x243. 

Guest speakers Chris Proudfoot (retired USMC) and Barry Scanlan (retired USMC) will discuss the history of military engagement in the California desert and volunteering as a way of connecting with the environment. MDLT Public Policy Officer Krystian Lahage will share with us historic places of interest in Chuckwalla and Mojave Trails National Monuments, and Big Morongo Canyon Preserve staff will endear us to the rare riparian ecosystem found right here in the desert. We’d also love to hear your thoughts about how Force of Nature can best support you! Complimentary refreshments will be provided. 

Force of Nature is a partnership between Mojave Desert Land Trust and Mil-Tree, with support from Big Morongo Canyon Preserve. This project is made possible through the Veterans and Nature Grant Program, from the National Environmental Education Foundation (NEEF) in partnership with the USDA Forest Service.