Women's Getaway Weekend

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.

Desert Institute

Spend a women-only weekend in Joshua Tree National Park! We'll camp, hike, do yoga, and seek out personal wellness in this short retreat

Joshua Tree Visitor Center

SPRING 2023

Here's what we've got going on this spring at Desert Insititute! We've got a ton of natural science courses, some awesome night photography classes, a monthly yoga class, and some fun camping trips. All proceeds support the national park!

Get away for the weekend with the Desert Institute at Joshua Tree National Park! Join other women for a camping weekend where you can go to unplug, to get away, to learn new skills and to enjoy the company of other course participants. Trade in your computer, cell phone, Instagram, clocks, schedules and workplace jargon for an off-the-grid weekend with the girls for two days of pure unadulterated fun and education! Join Pam and Robin learning about camping, camp cooking, hiking, yoga and enjoying Joshua Tree National Park. This weekend class will be held at the Lost Horse Campsite, a beautiful location that is perfect for this program! We will also be traveling to trails at times so you will need access to your car. The campground is also reserved for Friday night, so if you wish to arrive the night prior to the workshop, please email desertinstitute@joshuatree.org.Activity Level: Moderate-HighActivity Details: <a href="https://file.joshuatree.org/desert-institute/outline/2023/wildernessWeekends/WomensGetAwayWeekend.pdf" target="_blank" data-msys-clicktrack="0" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">Women's Getaway Weekend, Spring 2023</a>Participant Waiver: Please <a href="https://file.joshuatree.org/desert-institute/form/participant-agreement.pdf" target="_blank" data-msys-clicktrack="0" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">fill out and return the participant waiver</a> within seven days of your event to desertinstitute@joshuatree.org (digital signature or photo of signed doc is ok)To receive your $10 off Membership Discount, please enter your membership code at the checkout!

<h1>l﻿earn about your weekend retreat leaders</h1>PAM KERSEY, EdD, MSN, RN is a Desert Institute “lead” volunteer, an archaeological site steward, and has also volunteered as a camp nurse. She has completed four marathon hikes for children’s cancer fundraising. She has camped, backpacked, and hiked for many years including summits over 14,000 feet 5 times. She has taught hiking classes for women and enjoys helping others learn how to safely appreciate camping and hiking. She recently retired from a career as a nurse and as a science and math dean. ROBIN BALCH, is a Desert Institute “lead” volunteer. She has hiked several portions of the Pacific Coast Trail and has been a Forest Service Fire Lookout. Her hiking and camping skills make her a great co-instructor for the Women’s “Get-Away” Weekend

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