Field Notes from JT Trading Post
Content from the heart of Joshua Tree
Stories from the road and the people who know these places best. Real voices sharing what makes the desert worth exploring—from longtime locals to first-time visitors discovering their own connection to the landscape.
Desert Style & Care
Your Guide to Manifestation, Grounding & Desert Magic
A fresh batch of crystals has arrived at JT Trading Post — from grounding Black Tourmaline to abundance-drawing Citrine. Pair them with our new 111 Candle and build a little more ritual into your everyday.
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The Labor Day Weekend Sale Is Here — 25% Off
The long weekend calls for easy pieces and good deals. Shop our Labor Day Weekend collection — desert tees, caps, Free People finds, and more — all 25% off online and in-store while it lasts.
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New Arrivals at JT Trading Post: Levi's, Matisse Boots, Free People & Desert Vacation Wear
The shop floor just got a serious refresh. New arrivals are in — Levi's sherpa jackets, Matisse boots, Free People pieces, and Joshua Tree tees made for desert summer. In store and online at jttradingpost.com.
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Day Tips & Adventure
Life in the High Desert: A Guide to Our Community & What to Look Forward To
From Saturday farmers' markets to live music under the stars, the High Desert runs on community. Here’s your guide to the rhythms, gatherings, and hidden gems that make Joshua Tree feel like home.
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Labor Day in the High Desert: A Long Weekend Worth Slowing Down For
Early September in the high desert has its own kind of quiet — golden light, open roads, and one last long weekend before fall settles in. Here's how to slow down and make the most of Labor Day in Joshua Tree and beyond.
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Rock Climbing in Joshua Tree: A Beginner's Guide
Joshua Tree has been a climber's paradise since the 1950s — and it's one of the most beginner-friendly outdoor climbing destinations in the world. Here's where to start, what to expect from the granite, and how to pack smart for a day on the rock.
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Secrets of The Mojave
The Wildlife of Joshua Tree — What Lives Here and How to Find It
The desert looks empty from a distance. Get closer and it's one of the most densely populated ecosystems in the American West — from desert tortoises and bighorn sheep to kangaroo rats and owls working the night shift.
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The Ancient History of Joshua Tree — Before the Tourists, Before the Park
Before the park gates and the Instagram crowds, this landscape was home to Indigenous peoples, gold miners, homesteaders, and visionaries. The history of Joshua Tree is older than the country — and stranger than most visitors realize.
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The Hidden Oases of the Mojave Desert — And How to Find Them
The Mojave keeps its best secrets close. From fan palm springs inside Joshua Tree to a lush date farm hidden in a desert canyon — here's where to find the oases most people never see.
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Get to know the Community
The Desert Equinox: Balance, Golden Light, and a Slow Turn Toward Fall
5 days ago
Welcome the fall equinox with desert-inspired candles, incense, crystals, and creosote shower bundles. Explore a Joshua Tree ritual for slowing down, marking the season, and bringing the desert’s golden light indoors.
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Meet the Makers: Home Good Essentials
13 days ago
Part of our ongoing maker series — spotlighting the vendors whose work makes everyday life a little better. From handcrafted walnut boards and a locally made card game to small-batch desert soaps and desert-inspired dog toys, these are the makers people discover in the corners of the shop and come back for every time.
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The Market's Back — And October's Going to Be Something
The outdoor market is back, the courtyard's been rebuilt, and October is shaping up to be the biggest month we've had. Every Saturday and Sunday, 9 AM to 4 PM — come find your people and the makers who call the high desert home.
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Taste of The Desert
Bring Italy to the Desert: Easy Pasta & Pizza Nights at JT Trading Post
Joshua Tree meets Italian simplicity. Grab pasta, pizza dough, JT Olive Oil, and Desert Dust seasoning at JT Trading Post for easy, satisfying vacation dinners — no fancy kitchen required.
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Poached Dates with Olive Oil and Desert Dust Sprinkle
A simple, stunning desert appetizer — medjool dates poached in warm spices, drizzled with local Joshua Tree olive oil, and finished with Desert Dust from JT Trading Post. Four ingredients, zero effort.
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BBQ Desert Dusted Tri-Tip
The ultimate BBQ tri-tip recipe seasoned with Desert Dust from JT Trading Post. Low and slow smoke, high heat finish, and a Mojave-inspired seasoning blend that makes this your new backyard staple.
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