The California Desert is a functioning intact ecosystem, stretching across 29 million acres, or 28% of California’s landmass.  It is home to rare plants and magnificent creatures – a place of scenic wonder and tremendous biological diversity.  In the fast growing West, the threats to this priceless heritage are greater than ever.  Many plants are threatened or endangered, star-filled night skies are impacted by light pollution, wildlife habitat is fragmented, and wildlife corridors are disrupted by development.

Mojave Desert Land Trust conserves land with important biological, cultural and scenic values.  Our work helps to secure the biodiversity, beauty, and integrity of healthy desert ecosystems for future generations to enjoy.  We have protected over 39,000 acres of desert land through acquisition, land stewardship and strategic partnerships.

Volunteer with MDLT! Maintaining and restoring property are important to the mission of Mojave Desert Land Trust, and our Volunteer Land Stewards are instrumental in our ability to permanently protect the lands we acquire. Find out more.

Work with MDLT! We're looking for a Director of Development to join our conservation team. If you have experience in nonprofit fundraising and a strong commitment to conservation click here to find out more.

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• Become an MDLT member by joining online today
  
  
• Make a donation and support the preservation of desert wild lands
  
  
• Join our group of volunteers and enjoy the great outdoors in a meaningful way
  
  
• Attend one of our educational events and learn more about the California Desert
  
  
• Adopt an animal or acre and protect our native wildlife and habitat
  
  
• Buy an MDLT t-shirt or tote-bag to show your support for desert conservation