Friends of the Desert Mountains Series - Three Monuments, One Remarkable Landscape: Nature, Culture & Conservation

Join National Monument Managers Danielle Ortiz, Jeremy Camara, and Dan Kasang for an engaging presentation exploring the history, natural wonders, and cultural significance of the Santa Rosa and San Jacinto Mountains National Monument, Sand to Snow National Monument, and Chuckwalla National Monument. Learn how these three remarkable landscapes became protected national monuments through community advocacy and conservation efforts. Discover what makes these landscapes unique, from dramatic elevation changes and snow-capped mountain peaks to desert canyons, lush palm oases, diverse plant and wildlife communities, and important watersheds. The presentation will also explore the rich cultural heritage of the region, including the enduring connections of Indigenous peoples to these lands, and highlight the importance of protecting their natural, cultural, and recreational resources for future generations. This series is presented in partnership with Friends of the Desert Mountains.