Robert Haydon

Seasonal and permanent climbing closures in Joshua Tree National Park

June 24, 2023

Seasonal and permanent climbing closures in Joshua Tree National Park

If you are here in the Morongo Basin to experience our unparalleled climbing, then there are a few seasonal and permanent closures in the national park that you should be aware of. The following routes are permanently closed to rock climbing and bouldering due to their proximity to sensitive resources or private property. Other areas may be closed temporarily to protect sensitive wildlife. Rock Climbing Closures Energy Crisis, Police and Thieves, and Unsolved Mystery on the east side of Little…

High Desert Beekeepers meet Saturday in Joshua Tree (6/24)

by Robert Haydon

June 23, 2023

High Desert Beekeepers meet Saturday in Joshua Tree (6/24)

Bee season is approaching and these petite pollinators have plenty of work ahead of them this year. If you have ever been interested in fostering these tiny but important parts of our desert ecosystem, then the The High Desert Beekeepers Association is holding its monthly meeting tomorrow at 12 noon in Joshua Tree. You can join in person or on Zoom. Come to learn how to extract honey, see what bee-attracting plants are in bloom locally, and get in on the local buzz with other local beekeepers. …

Free “Go Skate Day” contest today at Luckie Park in 29 Palms

by Robert Haydon

June 21, 2023

Basin wide skateboarding event at 29 Palms Skate Park (6/21)

Listen here: When: 6:00PM on Wednesday, June 21stWhere: Luckie Park Skatepark in Twentynine PalmsLinks: Aaron and Paul's Go Skate Day Event on Facebook Paul Halcomb is super enthusiastic about skateboarding. I met him at the sportsman’s skate park in Joshua Tree to talk to him about Go Skate Day, and an event called “Aaron and Paul’s Go Skate Day Event.” It was early in the day still but the sun was warm with only the slightest breeze - a nice day for an outside interview, and an even…

Drones ground air support in fire, search & rescue efforts

by Robert Haydon

June 17, 2023

Drones ground air support in fire, search & rescue efforts

The Geology fire in Joshua Tree National Park is 90% contained - and is a good reminder of why drones aren’t allowed to fly in the park. When a drone is spotted in the area, helicopters aren’t permitted to fly because of the danger drones pose to their much larger family members. This includes fire-fighting helicopters, as well as search and rescue aircraft such as the helicopters that were present at the initial search for Trammell Evans. In the case of search and rescue operations - although…

Summer solstice star party tomorrow night in Joshua Tree (6/16)

by Robert Haydon

June 15, 2023

With the Hi Desert continuing to grow, and new satellites being launched every few weeks - it's possible that this Saturday's new moon is the darkest the hi desert skies will ever be. With our dark skies being constantly brightened by string lights and satellites - it's a good time to get out and enjoy the ancient celestial wonders that continue to appear in the skies as long as we allow them. To celebrate the longest day of the year The Joshua Tree Astronomy Arts Theatre is…

Downtown sewer fees kept off 29 Palms tax roll at City Council meeting last night (6/13)

by Robert Haydon

June 14, 2023

Listen here: At last night’s 29 Palms City Council meeting, a single dissenting vote will move the proposed wastewater billing for 12 downtown businesses off the tax roll and into their mailboxes each month. The meeting started with recognizing Explorer Troop 870’s efforts to clean up the field near Circle K - where 14 explorers and their family members cleaned up nearly 10 bags of trash - earning them a donation from the city of 29 Palms and Burrtec. A proclamation officially recognized June…

Yucca Valley grass fire threatens multiple homes Monday evening (6/12)

by Robert Haydon

June 13, 2023

Cause of Johnson Valley House Fire Under Investigation

Dry grass and vegetation caught fire at a property in the 7400 block of Borrego Trail in Yucca Valley yesterday evening at 5:30PM. San Bernardino County Fire were enroute to another public service call when they spotted the smoke column and headed toward it. As the fire crews arrived at the scene, they found a brush fire threatening several homes in the area. Calls came in to dispatch reporting the fire as crews had already started to attack the flames. Additional crews arrived and secured a…

Cool down with bird walks in Big Morongo Canyon every Wednesday

by Robert Haydon

June 11, 2023

Friends of Big Morongo Canyon Preserve seeking volunteers, orientation on 1/14

For over 20 years, Big Morongo Canyon Preserve has conducted weekly bird walks. The Walks are led by knowledgeable birders who provide an enthusiastic and informative tour of the birds inhabiting Big Morongo Canyon Preserve and adjacent Covington Park. Bird walks begin at 7 am every Wednesday during the summer months, beginning June 7, 2023. Beginning October 1, the bird walks will be held at 8 am. Bring your binoculars and spend the morning strolling the trails with knowledgeable local…

Library Summer Reading Programs keeps kids learning during summer break

by Robert Haydon

June 11, 2023

Library Summer Reading Programs keeps kids learning during summer break

Summer reading is an important part of a child’s education - as the 3 month break has been known to cause a dip in a child’s developing reading skills. The hi desert has three solid summer reading programs and they all start today! This programs are open to all ages. Readers can track their books on the Beanstack app in order to earn and collect rewards at their local branch. For Every 30 items checked out between June 5th and July 30th - readers will be entered into a drawing for grand prizes.…

HAM Radio License Exam coming to Yucca Valley (6/24)

by Robert Haydon

June 11, 2023

We’re of course big fans of radio here at Z107.7, and the Morongo Basin’s geographical isolation has long been a playground for amateur radio operators. Taking a drive around the mesa or out highway 62, you may spot some extra tall radio antennas cutting the blue desert sky from enthusiasts sending their signals outside of the basin and into the great unknown… waiting for someone out there to receive it. If this romantic notion of early electronic communication sounds exciting to you - as it…

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