Unity in the Desert

10/10/2026

We had a great hike this morning weather was amazing. DId you know B mountain has another name Lone Butte. Thanks Diego for organizing and sharing local history.

09/29/2026

🏜️ Unity Hike: Sky Point Loop

Saturday, October 10th
Meet Trailhead
Time 7:30 AM Step off at about 8:00 am
Duration: 1-2 hours
Difficulty: Blue- Moderate
Length: About 1.3 to 2 miles
Elevation Gain: about 450 ft.

Hello everyone!

Now that the temperatures are down and Summer seems to be winding down, Unity in the Desert would like to bring back our Unity Hikes! Our first hike of the season will be the Sky Point Loop Trail on the south side of town.

On October 10th, come and join us at the Gateway Trailhead! The Skypoint Loop offers some great views of the valley and Ridgecrest while not too remote or taking a lot of time to traverse. Once we reach Sky Point, we will be taking group photos (Not Mandatory) and talking a little bit about local history and wildlife.

Stay tuned for this season’s hiking schedule!

09/28/2026

Hello, all. We are still in need of a secretary for Unity in the Desert. It is a volunteer position. It can be as little as 5hr a month or much more. If interested let us know.

09/20/2026

If you fall into the category, consider contributing and getting noticed through our friends over in Tehachapi!

09/01/2026

We are looking for volunteers who want to help the LGBTQIA+ community in Ridgecrest and the greater Indian Wells Valley!

We want to do more throughout the year, but we need people who are willing to help plan and lead activities. Volunteers can help with a single event, work on a certain type of project, or take on an ongoing role.

Some of the opportunities we would like to offer include (not limited to):
- Helping us run our Social Media presence
- Running groups, social groups, hobby groups, and community meetups
- Fundraising and community events, including helping other local nonprofits
- Helping with Ridgecrest Pride and other community events
- Staffing outreach tables and sharing local resources
- Checking in on community members
- Helping new volunteers get involved
- Suggesting and leading new projects

You do not need previous nonprofit experience. You also do not need to lead a project to volunteer. We need both people who enjoy organizing and people who would rather show up and help.

Volunteer schedules are flexible. Some work can be completed from home, and volunteers can choose projects that fit their time, skills, and comfort level. Afterall, the roles are volunteer, and we want you to enjoy what you're doing, on your own schedule, as much as possible.

Time spent planning projects, attending meetings, running groups, helping with events, preparing materials, collecting donations, and completing approved work from home can be documented.

These hours may be used toward CalFresh, employment, school, court, or other volunteer requirements when accepted by the program or agency. Volunteers needing hours for public benefits should check with their caseworker, school, employer, court, or program before starting if they need hours for specific requirements, to ensure these responsibilities satisfy program requirements.

If you would like to volunteer, email [email protected]. Please include your name, contact information, general availability, and the types of projects that interest you.

If you have an idea that is not listed here, we want to hear it.

Learn more about Unity in the Desert at https://unityinthedesert.org/

Unity in the Desert is a 501(c)(3) IRS non-profit organization.

Ridgecrest Pride 2026 is Approaching!! June 13th, 2026 - 10:00 AM - Freedom Park Get ready for Ridgecrest Pride! The sponsors are locked in, the vendors are preparing, and we've heard your feedback from last year. If you'd like to volunteer, please contact [email protected] - It's not too l...

06/17/2026

Celebrate freedom, community, and culture! 🌱✨
Join us at the Ridgecrest Community Garden for our 4th Annual Juneteenth Celebration! We are gathering to honor the past, celebrate the present, and grow together for the future.

Bring the whole family out for an evening filled with inspiration, connection, and community spirit.

📅 Event Details:
Date: Friday, June 19th
Time: 5:30 PM – 8:30 PM
Location: Ridgecrest Community Garden
231 W Haloid Ave, Ridgecrest, CA 93555

✨ What to Expect:
Poetry & Spoken Word: Powerful voices sharing stories of resilience and freedom.

Dance Performances: High-energy and moving performances celebrating our heritage.

Interactive Activity Stations: Fun, engaging spaces for all ages to connect and create.

Let’s honor this historic day surrounded by green spaces and great company. We can't wait to celebrate with you!

06/16/2026

What an incredible Ridgecrest Pride! 🌈

Thank you to everyone who came out to celebrate, connect, and support our LGBTQ+ community. It was wonderful to see so many people gathered together in a spirit of pride, joy, and belonging.

A huge thank you to our volunteers, sponsors, vendors, and DJ. Your support helped make this event possible, and we’re grateful for everything you do for our community.

We’re also excited that our first-ever Pride After Party was such a success! It was wonderful to keep the celebration going and spend more time together as a community.

Thank you Ridgecrest, for making Pride 2026 so special. We can’t wait to do it again next year! 💜

06/14/2026

If anyone lost a metal water bottle at Pride After Party, please message us with the color and whatever other descriptions (like stickers) you can, so we can get it back to you!

06/13/2026

Good times ahead!

06/13/2026

Don’t forget! The Pride After-Party kicks off at 8:00 PM at the fairgrounds and runs until midnight.

Please bring a valid photo ID, plan for a safe ride home, and come ready to celebrate with great people and a great community.

In addition to the dangers of drunk driving, Ridgecrest PD is aware of the event for safety purposes. If you plan to drink, assume law enforcement will be actively patrolling and enforcing DUI laws throughout the evening. Do not risk it! Arrange a safe ride home.

This is a 21+ event only. Admission will not be permitted without valid ID.

We look forward to seeing you there!