MOJAVE NATIONAL PRESERVE CONSERVANCY NEWSLETTER Spring 2013 Our Mission is preserve, protect, and promote the unique natural beauty, ecological integrity, and rich cultural history of Mojave National Preserve, and to build a community dedicated to the enduring stewardship of the Preserve. The President's Corner by David Lamfrom Early spring has sprung in the Mojave National Preserve. This time of year cold nights and mornings give way to stunning days in the 70’s. Warm sun contrasts with cool winds just as wispy clouds contrast with deep blue skies. For many, the re-emergence of wildlife and the awakening of wildflowers make this the choice season in the Mojave. Even against that backdrop, this year is one that we will not soon forget because of the outstanding Joshua Tree bloom. Many are calling it the best they have ever seen. When I look across the Cima Dome, with all the Joshua Trees blooming at once, I imagine the desert on fire. Excellent Joshua Tree blooms can be found along Cima, Cedar Canyon, Morning Star Mine, Kelso-Cima, and Nipton Roads. Keep an eye out for the Mojave Yucca as well, Photo by David Lamfrom which is starting to come into bloom as well. We look forward to seeing you in the Preserve! Unlike the tortoise and the round-tailed ground squirrel, The Conservancy has not taken the winter season off. We have successfully completed restoration events, have more planned, have organized our next Star Party (May 11th), and have continued to make progress on our campaign to re-open Providence Mountains State Recreation Area. There is an article in this newsletter highlighting recent gains made on that campaign. We are also keeping a close eye on several renewable energy projects on the Preserve’s border, including the Soda Mountain Solar project proposed less than a half- mile from the Northwest boundary. We thank you for your membership and support! Please join us at one of our restoration events this Spring, at our Star Party this May, or perhaps simply find the time to enjoy this spectacular Joshua Tree bloom. Details on these events can be found at our website- www.mojavepreserve.org or on our facebook page. www.mojavepreserve.org Special Events and Activities Highlights Checkout this newsletter for details Spring Star Party May 11th Kelso Depot Photography Exhibit on Mitchell Caverns (April 20- July 21)
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MOJAVE NATIONAL PRESERVE CONSERVANCY NEWSLETTER Spring 2013
Our Mission is preserve, protect, and promote the unique natural beauty, ecological integrity, and rich cultural
history of Mojave National Preserve, and to build a community dedicated to the enduring stewardship of the Preserve.
The President's Corner by David Lamfrom
Early spring has sprung in the Mojave National
Preserve. This time of year cold nights and mornings
give way to stunning days in the 70’s. Warm sun
contrasts with cool winds just as wispy clouds contrast
with deep blue skies. For many, the re-emergence of
wildlife and the awakening of wildflowers make this the
choice season in the Mojave. Even against that
backdrop, this year is one that we will not soon forget
because of the outstanding Joshua Tree bloom. Many
are calling it the best they have ever seen. When I look
across the Cima Dome, with all the Joshua Trees
blooming at once, I imagine the desert on fire. Excellent
Joshua Tree blooms can be found along Cima, Cedar
Canyon, Morning Star Mine, Kelso-Cima, and Nipton
Roads. Keep an eye out for the Mojave Yucca as well,
Photo by David Lamfrom
which is starting to come into bloom as well. We look
forward to seeing you in the Preserve!
Unlike the tortoise and the round-tailed ground squirrel,
The Conservancy has not taken the winter season off.
We have successfully completed restoration events,
have more planned, have organized our next Star Party
(May 11th), and have continued to make progress on
our campaign to re-open Providence Mountains State
Recreation Area. There is an article in this newsletter
highlighting recent gains made on that campaign. We
are also keeping a close eye on several renewable
energy projects on the Preserve’s border, including the
Soda Mountain Solar project proposed less than a half-
mile from the Northwest boundary.
We thank you for your membership and support! Please
join us at one of our restoration events this Spring, at
our Star Party this May, or perhaps simply find the time
to enjoy this spectacular Joshua Tree bloom. Details on
these events can be found at our website-
www.mojavepreserve.org or on our facebook page.
www.mojavepreserve.org
Special Events and Activities Highlights Checkout this newsletter for details
Lifetime Membership receives a membership card and featured art print from Desert Light Gallery!
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