New executive team appointed at the Mojave Desert Land Trust
The Board of Directors of the Mojave Desert Land Trust has selected a new executive team to lead the organization as it enters a new era in its land conservation work. Cody Hanford and Kelly Herbinson will serve as joint Executive Directors, when outgoing Executive Director Geary Hund steps down on October 31.
Mojave Desert Land Trust responds to damage to Joshua Tree National Park during government shutdown
It has become clear that despite the efforts of local businesses and other volunteers to augment the law enforcement rangers considered essential during the shutdown, there is currently not enough manpower to prevent irreparable damage to the iconic Joshua trees the Park was named for as well as other Park resources.