Joshua Tree National Park: A Flute Journey Nature Break
Though I do often prefer to take in the outdoors all by myself, sometimes It’s nice to have an adventure partner to come along.
My husband, Mike, is so gracious to join me on some hare-brained adventures… and this one to Joshua Tree National Park was no exception.
We spent a couple of days hiking in the park - enjoying a desert landscape that was brand new to us.
We explored interesting boulder formations…
Learned about Joshua Trees…
Geeked out over some cuuute cacti…
and hiked several trails full of technical rock scrambles and gorgeous mountain views.
Beyond the national park, we spent another day exploring Mt. San Jacinto State Park which introduced a completely different landscape. We hiked through snowy pine trees and had an amazing view of the Coachella Valley.
On our last day, we explored Whitewater Preserve where we hiked along the Pacific Crest Trail for the first time - a big bucket list item for me.
During our time in the Southwest, I was reminded of Kokopeli.
Kokopeli was an ancient Native American tribal leader who, according to folklore, led massive migrations through the Southwest with the powerful sound of his flute.
In this video, as you listen to the flute music (Kokopeli - written by Katherine Hoover) - see if you can imagine your own trek through this landscape.
Listening to the howling wind… climbing through the rocky scrambles… and taking in the majesty of the mountains.