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Waterboys
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What an epic and awesome introduction to Red Rock for Emma. We’d originally planned an early start for Saturday – a long leisurely approach into Icebox Canyon for a chill day with hammocks and snacks and cold drinks. But the impending rain forced our hand. Instead of a casual travel…
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Climbfest 2025
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When Luke and I planned a two-day trip to Joshua Tree I knew it would hard. But I had no idea exactly what flavor of hard it would be. We warmed up on the Thin Wall in Hidden Valley. It was in the sun, but not too hot. We lapped…
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Everybody Loves Pearl
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This is Pearl. She’s why were here at Joshua Tree. Did we have a reservation for a fully booked popular spring weekend? No. But we brought Pearl, and her fan club delivered. Wherever she goes, she makes friends. And sometimes her friends hook you up with campsites for a last-minute-bonus-trip.…
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Cold Conans Corridor
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Sheeps pass in January is a very cold morning, but we had all arrived at the same plan: head to Conan’s Corridor. The west wall and belay ledge would pick up some morning sun and the corridor would also offer some protection from the ever increasing wind. We parked near…
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Axe of Dog & Horny Corner
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Another quick trip to Joshua tree, but this time with a last minute change-up: Luke invited us to stay in the park proper at Sheep Pass with an entire crew of climbers. The only downside was having to meet a bunch of new people and share a campsite with strangers.…