Collection

Spring 2024

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Desert Institute contributes to Joshua Tree National Park’s education and interpretation programming goals. Throughout the year, we offer field classes, recreational adventures, and social events that span a wide spectrum of disciplines and formats.

Events in this collection

Birds of the Mojave
Friday • 4:00 PM
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Landscape Photography Hike
Saturday • 9:00 AM
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Barker Dam Sunset Hike
Saturday • 7:15 PM
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Cacti of Joshua Tree National Park
Sunday • 8:00 AM
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Hiking 101: Everything you need to know to start walking in the wilderness!
Fri, May 10 • 2:00 PM
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Dark Sky Photography with Jon Norris
Sat, May 11 • 6:00 PM
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Ants: The Unsung Heroes of the Desert!
Sun, May 12 • 8:00 AM
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Lizards and Snakes of the Eastern Mojave
Fri, May 17 • 4:00 PM
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Insects and Arthropods of the Eastern Mojave
Fri, May 17 • 4:00 PM
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Desert Bath: An Immersive Experience
Sun, May 19 • 12:00 PM
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How-To Identify Animal Burrows
Sat, May 25 • 9:00 AM
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Animal Tracks of Desert Dunes
Sun, May 26 • 8:00 AM
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Common Minerals & Rocks of Joshua Tree Nat'l Park
Sat, Jun 1 • 10:00 AM
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Star Trail Photography
Sat, Jun 1 • 5:00 PM
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Dark Sky Photography with Jon Norris
Sat, Jun 1 • 6:00 PM
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Desert Explorer 101 for Youth & Families
Sun, Apr 28 • 9:00 AM
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Fossils of the Marble Mountains
Sat, Apr 27 • 9:00 AM
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Birds of Joshua Tree National Park
Sat, Apr 27 • 7:30 AM
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Women's "Get-Away" Weekend
Fri, Apr 26 • 3:00 PM
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Desert Ecology Bike Tour
Sun, Apr 21 • 8:00 AM
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Barker Dam Sunset Hike
Sat, Apr 20 • 6:30 PM
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Advanced Bird Banding
Sat, Apr 20 • 10:00 AM
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Landscapes of the Soul: Writers Workshop with Cindi Anderson
Sun, Apr 14 • 12:00 PM
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Coming Outdoors - Mixer
Sat, Apr 13 • 6:00 PM
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Coming Outdoors
Sat, Apr 13 • 4:00 PM
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Spring Flora
Sat, Apr 13 • 8:00 AM
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Desert Arts and Crafts (for Youth & Families)
Fri, Apr 12 • 6:00 PM
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Desert Institute

Organizer of Spring 2024

Exploring Nature through EducationThe Desert Institute at Joshua Tree National Park is an adult education program offering an in-depth exploration of the park’s natural wonders. Learn from highly qualified instructors who are passionate about sharing their expertise, and committed to providing a personal and fun learning experience. The Desert Institute is sponsored by the Joshua Tree National Park Association, and operates with the full endorsement of the National Park Service. Join us this season for an educational adventure.

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