The Copper Mountain Mesa Community Center is about 15 minutes north of downtown Joshua Tree, way…read moreout in the desert near the Marine combat center. In the middle of this very rural area, sparsely populated and laced with dirt roads, sits this amazing oasis of desert energy and local community culture. Programs include First Saturday Breakfast cooked and served by an all-volunteer staff ($5). Delicious and you sit at community tables with super-friendly desert dwellers. First Tuesday Bingo is a hoot and there's a CAKE break for $1. In addition there's a USDA Food Distribution for low-income residents, a PTSD group, monthly board meeting and an incredible THRIFT STORE open during events. Rock bottom prices and new stuff all the time. Summers bring movies in the outfield screened against a cargo container. Come get a taste of the desert at a community center kept open purely with member funding. You'd be hard pressed to find another place as wonderful as the Copper Mountain Mesa Community Center.

I moved up here a few months ago with my long time bf and I dont really know anyone besides a…read morecouple of nice folk who have pulled us out of the sand and what not. Lol! I was told that they had stuff going on at the community center and thought we should check it out. So we went to the community breakfast that they have every first Saturday of the month. Im supper happy and pleased! Alot of nice people to talk to and a great way to get to know your nabors! Ill be going more often! Please excuse any misspellings thanks! :)

Note: this review is based on just spending time with the cats, not based on the adoption process…read more Cuuuuute place!! The price to spend (AN UNLIMITED) time with the cats is $13, which is a GREAT deal compared to the other cat cafes I've been to in LA or San Diego! The cats are well cared for, and the workers are very attentive, making sure to keep an eye on both you and the kitties during your visit. You are allowed to pick up the cats and snuggle as long as you are being mindful of the cats' comfort and body language- another difference between this cat cafe and the others I've visited. This place is also a nonprofit so anything you purchase goes towards caring for the cats, and all of the little knickknacks they have for sale are pretty cute and reasonably priced too! Please give this place a visit and support the kitties! A good amount of them love the attention and are well-socialized!

Love this spot, their mission, and of course all those beautiful babies! Wish I could take them all…read morehome with me. The cats seem well taken care of and well-loved. Cannot wait to come back!

Service and value great! Take your dogs. Great staff. Convenient. I asked for copies of vax and…read morereceived them.

Best place for standard pet services. The techs are great. I was in and out in minutes for a nail…read moretrim on my lab.

I was staying in Twentynine Palms near Joshua Tree last weekend and decided to stop by the…read moreobservatory on a whim around 11 PM with a couple of my friends. Little did we know that this would be one of the highlights of our trip. Not only were the stars beautiful but we met a very nice and passionate scientist who decided to chat with us and teach us all about the constellations. It was such a treat. He and his wife were finishing up and packing away their telescopes and he told us that they were going to lock the gate of the parking lot that our cars were parked in, but let us know that we could move our car right outside of the gate and stay all night if we wanted to because it was open 24 hours. He also warned us about the coyotes and cougars. Coyotes stay away with noise and cougars are attracted to noise, so pick your battle lol. We definitely can't wait to come back! And it's free!

So many different little areas to put your telescope on and check out the stars. This area is just…read morefor getting together with other enthusiasts and checking out the night sky. Love that this was built just for that purpose.

My 23-year-old autistic son, who is mild to moderate, has been attending Wild Wind Ranch for the…read morepast few months, and the experience has been truly wonderful for him. He's been able to participate in all aspects of learning horsemanship, which has not only built his skills but also his confidence. He has become dedicated and is always wanting to do his best when completing tasks. What we didn't expect--but are so grateful for--is how therapeutic this experience has been, especially with his favorite superhero horse, Murphy. Being around the horses has had a calming effect on him, and the ranch has become a safe, peaceful place where he feels comfortable and supported. It has also been a great success in helping with his fine motor delays. The staff are incredibly loving, patient, and understanding. They take the time to connect with each individual and create an environment where everyone can thrive at their own pace. It's clear they genuinely care, and that makes all the difference. We are so thankful to have found Wild Wind Ranch. It's been a meaningful and positive experience for our son, and myself gaining wonderful friendships. We highly recommend it to other families looking for a supportive and therapeutic environment.

Wild Wind Ranch is a beautiful Ranch where people of all ages can come and enjoy themselves…read more The staff was very professional and knowledgeable when training. They provided a welcome, safe, fun environment for my family to learn and enjoy horseback riding lessons. From booking the lesson with the owner to receiving the training from the trainer my family was treated with GREAT care and patience. My daughter loved it so much she booked another lesson and invited a friend.

Visiting Reject Ranch was an unforgettable experience that truly touched our heart. From the moment…read morewe arrived, it was clear that their mission to rescue and care for farm animals in need is carried out with dedication and genuine compassion. The animals at Reject Ranch are not just living beings but are treated with the utmost respect and kindness they deserve. Each animal has a unique personality, and interacting with them was a delightful experience that melted our heart. It was wonderful to see how well they were cared for in such a loving environment. A special mention goes to Kady, who was incredibly informative and helpful throughout our visit. Her knowledge and passion for the animals and their well-being were evident, making our interaction both educational and enjoyable. Her kindness allowed us to connect with the resident animals in a meaningful way. Meeting these loving creatures entirely altered my perception of farm animals and emphasized the importance of empathy and compassion for all living beings. We left Reject Ranch with a renewed sense of purpose and a desire to contribute to their mission. I wholeheartedly recommend visiting Reject Ranch. It's a place that enriches your understanding of animal welfare and inspires continuous support. We look forward to returning and continuing to support their wonderful cause, as once you meet these incredible animals, they stay in your heart forever."

From the owner: At Reject Ranch, our mission is to come to the aid of farm animals in dire need, and to provide…read morethem with a safe home through sanctuary or adoption. We strive to inspire empathy and compassion for all animals, by providing opportunities for people to interact with our rescued animals.

Great owner Isabel kindhearted. Beautiful place to bring your family and children. Lots of horses…read moresaved from meat slab. Also a piggy, goats, cats, dogs, mini-horses and all sorts of different equine. Weekly tours for only a donation. Weekly trails rides for experienced riders with donation. Sponsor a horse us the best. Volunteers always needed which I love. Great awesome place to see wild saved horses. Come in by. Say hello to Isabel and bring some carrots, apples and treats. See you at the ranch. We are waiting for you.

The people of this horse rescue are so helpful and great to get along with. I would recommend them…read moreto anyone who is passionate in the donation process.

I volunteered here with work, and it was great. We helped bag apples and other snacks so that kids…read morecould have healthy food after school. They do good work. Highly recommend spending some time giving back here.

It was very organize. Nice touch with video. Well explained. The place to volunteer for a good causeread more

I first learned about Morongo Basin Unity Home at a small women's festival in Joshua Tree. The…read morefestival was raising money and awareness for Morongo Basin Unity Home - which is a non-profit organization that helps victims of domestic violence and their families move towards living more independent and self-sufficient lives. I talked at length with a woman who was representing the non-profit at the intimate festival. Through our conversation and with my brief interaction with this exceptional non-profit at the festival- I was awed at what a unique and vital resource Morongo Basin Unity Home is for the community in Joshua Tree and for the surrounding area. The most impressive aspect of Unity Home is that they address such a diverse variety of issues when it comes to domestic abuse and its painful cycle. With their amazing team of staff, volunteers, and generous donations - they are able to help victims and their families with the following things: Supervised Visitation Assistance filing a Temporary Restraining Order Individual Counseling Parenting Classes State-Mandated 40 hr. Domestic Violence Training Food Basket & Hygiene Items Emergency Shelter for up to 30 Days Transitional Housing (for clients who apply and qualify) Teen Dating Violence Prevention Tools Legal Aid Childcare Court Support Morongo Basin Unity Home is available to the community 24 hours a day, seven days a week and you can call their hotline at any time for assistance and advice. The woman that I conversed with at the festival was so passionate about helping domestic abuse victims and she had been doing so for years. Morongo Unity Home believes that helping communities move past domestic abuse - involves getting the community involved - through education and awareness. I was particularly impressed to learn Unity Home has 30-beds for victims of domestic abuse for up to 30 days. This is an organization that is working directly with and for victims of domestic abuse in every way. For specific questions about their program - you can reach them here: (760) 366-1247. If you are in a crisis situation (even if you don't live near the area) or know of someone who is - you can call their hotline at (760) 366-9663. Trust.

If you are not safe and need immediate housing do not disregard this organization. However if you…read morehave another choice I highly recommend staying elsewhere. The atmosphere can be hostile and even intimidating for a recent DV survivor. The approach is of authority lacking compassion. Management uses DV tactics to control their Staff and often terminates those who they can not easily control - as a result a very unstable and high Staffing change over. Again if you are in a dangerous situation and need immediate help do not hesitate to accept their help {if they even offer}... I have 10 years experience as a DV employee including facilitating the 40 hour mandated training to become an Advocate. I am also a DV survivor..