Friends of Avi Kwa Ame National Monument

10/19/2026

The landscape preserves evidence of thousands of years of human history alongside spectacular natural features. Every visit offers opportunities to appreciate both cultural heritage and the desert's enduring beauty.

10/15/2026

It’s Hiking Weather!!

Come join us Saturday for a hike on the Castle Peaks Trail! This 3 mile round trip hike is a perfect way to visit the Avi Kwa Ame National Monument and enjoy the cooler weather. For more details go to our event page on our website: friendsofavikwaame.org

https://www.friendsofavikwaame.org/events/castle-peaks-trail-part-2-hike-in-avi-kwa-ame-national-monument

On October 17th, 2026, meet at the Denny's parking lot at 100 U.S. Hwy 95 at 9:30 am. There are no restrooms where we are going; please make use of the facilities at Denny's. At 10:00 am, we will caravan to the trailhead. Head west on Hwy 164/Nipton Rd for 7 miles to Walking Box Road.  Tur

10/12/2026

Protected landscapes provide opportunities for education, scientific research, outdoor recreation, and community engagement. Conservation benefits both nature and the people who enjoy and study it.

10/10/2026

Congratulations to our executive director, Kim Garrison Means, for receiving the Green Guardian Award at the 2026 Nevada Conservation League's 2026 Awards Dinner for her work with the Avi Kwa Ame National Monument! We are so proud of all the work she has done not only for the environment but for our southern Nevada community.

10/07/2026

Mystery Ranch is a desert research station, nature preserve & arts residency located within Avi Kwa Ame National Monument. The Mystery Ranch partners with Friends of Avi Kwa Ame on a multitude of projects including public events and outreach.

Inspired by local springs including Grapevine Canyon and Hiko Spring, as well as by the animal guests that were already visiting regularly, the Mystery Ranch’s long time pool underwent a wildlife pond conversion thanks to volunteers, plant donations from Special Plants Nursery in Las Vegas, more plant donations from Nevada Plants, boulders, branches and many tons of clay, decomposed granite, gravel, rock and sand.

10/05/2026

The monument provides habitat for hundreds of plant and animal species specially adapted to life in the Mojave Desert. Seasonal wildflower blooms remind us just how vibrant and diverse desert ecosystems can be.

10/04/2026

Feeling the love from Equipo Academy! ❤️ We’re so grateful for the enthusiasm, creativity, and energy these amazing students brought to Avi Kwa Ame and Walking Box Ranch. It was a joy to spend the day learning, exploring, and creating together!

10/04/2026

We had a wonderful time with the students from Equipo Academy on Friday! Students from dance, photography, and videography courses spent the day exploring and learning about Avi Kwa Ame National Monument and Walking Box Ranch, while also having the opportunity to practice and develop their creative talents.

It was inspiring to see the students connect with this special place through art, storytelling, photography, and video. We’re grateful for the opportunity to share Avi Kwa Ame and Walking Box Ranch with these talented young people and look forward to seeing how they continue to tell the stories of this remarkable landscape.

10/04/2026

A huge thank you to all of our amazing volunteers who joined us yesterday for the BLM National Public Lands Day service event! Your hard work, enthusiasm, and dedication made a tremendous difference. We accomplished so much together, and we couldn’t have done it without you!

Thank you for giving your time to help care for and protect our public lands. We are so grateful for each and every one of you!

10/04/2026

Saturday’s opening reception for Steve Dudrow’s Mojave Shadows exhibit was a wonderful success! We enjoyed hearing from the artists about their work and inspiration, along with an original poem and several beautiful poems inspired by the desert and the natural world. It was a wonderful afternoon celebrating art, creativity, and our connection to the Mojave.