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The California
Deserts are vast, harsh yet fragile lands within a day's drive of
40 million people. Approximately 80 percent of the desert, or 25
million acres, is publicly owned and includes two national parks,
one national preserve, six military bases, 72 wilderness areas,
14 state parks and extensive holdings of public lands managed by
the Bureau of Land Management. Conflicting demands for use of California
desert lands make it imperative for governmental agencies to work
cooperatively in support of agency missions, protection of desert
resources, and public use. The DMG was established as the forum
for government agencies to address and discuss issues of common
concern. Through cooperative management each agency achieves greater
operational efficiency, enhances resource protection, and the public
is better served.
DMG MeetingMay 28 – May 29, 2008 at Twentynine Palms, CA
The Desert Managers Group will hold its Spring meeting 28 – 29 May 2008 in Building 1707, Room “B” aboard MCAGCC. The meeting will begin at 8:30 a.m. on 28 May and adjourn at 3:30 p.m. on 29 May. Marie Cottrell, Natural and Cultural Resources Officer is our host for the meeting.
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THE CLIMATE AND DESERTS WORKSHOP A HUGE SUCCESS!!!!!
The Desert Managers Group and Arizona Cooperative Extension sponsored
workshop focused on adaptive management of desert ecosystems in a changing
environment. The workshop was attended by over 130 members of government,
academia, non-governmental organizations and the concerned public. Follow
the link for presentations given at the conference.
Climate and Deserts Workshop Agenda & Presentations
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Desert Tortoise Ambassador Mojave Max Arrives in California
Mojave Max arrived at Joshua Tree National Park and was greeted warmly by park staff and Superintendent Curt Sauer. Max was driven over from his family home at Red Rock Canyon Conservation Area, Clark County, Nevada. He arrived with great anticipation and perfect timing, wildflowers are blooming and the weather is spectacular. Max is visiting California for both business and pleasure. He will be working with the Desert Managers Group (DMG).
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