Joshua Tree National Park is the playground for this spring break adventure. This national park is located in southern California, in the southern-most region of the Great Basin. At over 3500 feet above sea level, the western side of Joshua Tree is part of the high desert environment, a land that is known for its rugged terrain and sagebrush covered earth.

On this trip we will spend 3-4 days climbing some of the more than 4500 routes in J- Tree and 1-2 days exploring the unique high desert environment found in the park. We will also spend one day surfing near San Diego. A side trip to a natural spring spa is also probable.

The first several days of our trip will be spent doing what Joshua Tree is most famous for, rock climbing. We will be setting top ropes up and learning the basics of climbing. We will also be able to set up ropes for more difficult routes for the more experienced climbers in the group. The monolithic rock formations will offer a truly unique climbing experience.

If you've never visited the desert, Joshua Tree is a wonderful place to discover its beauty. The plant life alone will fascinate, not to mention the unending surreal rock formations. Rest days from climbing will be spent hiking in the surrounding desert mountains and trails carrying day packs, with the intent that participants will have ample opportunity to day hike and explore. Friday will be spent driving to San Diego and receieving a surfing lesson in the afternoon.