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MGS Conservation To gather and disseminate information the Mohave Ground Squirrels and its habitat. To maintain active public information and conservation education programs.

The Mohave Ground Squirrel Conservation Council is a nonprofit organization functioning to assure the perpetual survival of viable populations of Mohave Ground Squirrels throughout their historical range and any future expansion areas. The objectives of the MGS Conservation Council are:

To support and advocate for ensuring the continued survival of the Mohave Ground Squirrel populations and the maintenance of their habitats in a natural condition. To stimulate research on the ecology, biology, management, and conservation of Mohave Ground Squirrels and their habitats by conducting and disseminating research contributing to the long-term survival of the species. To serve in a professional advisory manner on matters involving research priorities, management, conservation, and protection of Mohave Ground Squirrels and their habitats, which may include habitat acquisition. To support appropriate, applied research leading to better conservation actions for the protection of western Mojave Desert ecosystems. To recognize and commend outstanding actions and dedication by individuals and organizations promoting the mission and objectives of the MGS Conservation Council.

We're looking for volunteers to help with squirrel research this fall.Find your assignment by checking out the flyer at ...
09/30/2026

We're looking for volunteers to help with squirrel research this fall.

Find your assignment by checking out the flyer at the link in bio... 🎒

"Kinda chic" is so out."Bold of you" is so in.
09/09/2026

"Kinda chic" is so out.

"Bold of you" is so in.

The Mohave Ground Squirrel Conservation Council recently submitted comments on the Caltrans Freeman Gulch Safety Improve...
09/09/2026

The Mohave Ground Squirrel Conservation Council recently submitted comments on the Caltrans Freeman Gulch Safety Improvements Project near Inyokern, California.

MGSCC’s comments focus on potential impacts to Mohave ground squirrel habitat, the project’s location within the MGS Area of Critical Environmental Concern, and the need for appropriate agency review and conservation measures as the project moves forward.

The squirrels declined to comment, so we handled it.

Special thanks to Kathy Simon, whose full-time hobby appears to be finding the one interesting photo hidden among nearly...
08/02/2026

Special thanks to Kathy Simon, whose full-time hobby appears to be finding the one interesting photo hidden among nearly a million trail camera images every week.

The members get bobcats, badgers, coyotes, and roadrunners.

Thanks for doing the scrolling so the rest of us can enjoy the good stuff.

Become a member today at the link in bio.

Inspired by Yellowstone National Park (again)
08/02/2026

Inspired by Yellowstone National Park (again)

08/02/2026

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P. O. Box 1660
Wrightwood, CA
92637

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