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An hour from my home, these images of Joshua Tree were compiled from many visits between 2005 and just yesterday Jan 7, 2012.

Viewed from the road, this desert park only hints at its vitality. Closer examination reveals a fascinating variety of plants and animals that make their home in this land shaped by strong winds, unpredictable torrents of rain, and climatic extremes. In spring, the best dry, warm climate, people come for the wild flowers, camping, rock climbing and birding.

© Bart Aldrich 2003 - 2012. Images may not be downloaded, copied, altered, linked to or reproduced without written permission.