Now that the heat of the summer is waning, more people are enjoying the national park in our back yard. Reporter Cara Conway says the Desert Institute offers several family-friendly classes in Joshua Tree National Parkā¦
Learn the ins and outs of the Joshua Tree National Park from the Desert Institute by bringing the whole family to guided activities on tracking, navigation, map-reading and more! Three programs, Poop & Paws: Tracking for Families; Map and Compass for Families; and iNaturalist for Families are geared toward children ages 8-13. Activities held on October 5, 18 and 19th with meeting spots at the Joshua Tree Visitor Center and Oasis Visitor Center are $25 each for members, $35 nonmembers. Register by phone at 760-367-5535 or online at joshuatree.org.