I've been a resident of the Coachella Valley for 27 years. During most of that time, I admit to…read morebeing blind to how much damage me and my fellow desert neighbors were during to our true home. I took care of the roof over my head but disregarded all that natural beauty that extended beyond property lines. This all changed when I took a natural resources class at College Of The Desert taught by professor Kurt Leuschner. I realized just how delicate the very ground I stood on was. This is where I also learned about Friends Of The Desert Mountains. Friends Of The Desert Mountains is a nonprofit organization that focuses on the conservation of land resources in the Coachella Valley. Some of their programs are trail stewardship, invasive weed control, interpretive hikes, trash cleanup and youth education. You can volunteer your time and experience a greater sense of pride and accomplishment in being a resident of the Coachella Valley. Worthwhile work, considering Friends Of The Desert Mountains has successfully protected over 50,000 acres of land since 1987, my backyard included.

This is one of my favorite places to visit when I head up Highway 74, anytime of the year! The…read moretrails and views are stunning, and each March, they host the Wildflower Festival, with hikes, live entertainment and so much more! Their Visitors Center is so cool, and the staff are very knowledgeable about all of the desert plants and climate zones. Last time, I saw a Bighorn sheep! Don't miss this treasure when you're in the Coachella Valley, and make sure to go for the Wildflower Festival!

I rarely leave negative reviews, but my experience with this program was disappointing enough that…read moreI feel compelled to share it. In my experience, there was a noticeable culture of favoritism, and it often felt as though families who were not part of the preferred group were treated differently. That is not the standard of professionalism or inclusivity any parent should expect from a childcare program. What ultimately led us to leave was a serious lapse in basic care. My toddler came home wearing a diaper so oversized that it had leaked through his clothing. For a facility entrusted with the well-being of young children, this level of inattentiveness is unacceptable. The most frustrating part is that this program has potential, but potential means very little when leadership fails to address ongoing concerns and staff fail to provide consistent, quality care. Parents place a tremendous amount of trust in childcare providers, and unfortunately, this program did not earn or keep ours. We withdrew our child immediately and have never regretted that decision.

Amabilidad que los trabajadores no se crean los dueños de la propiedad…read more Que no se sienta uno como en una cárcel Muy bijilado

Best place in the valley for your shredding needs. And the staff is kind and courteous.read more

Easy process, great value, friendly staff. Cost less than half of what I would have paid at Staples…read moreor similar.

I am currently taking my first class. We are so lucky to have this facility in our community. The…read moreinstructor I have is so down to earth and helpful! I am a beginner but she never lets me feel so! I am taking hand building 1. Have signed up for my second class hand building 2 starting next week. Can't wait!

Love this artisan center. All levels the teachers are all amazing . Here are a few of my hand…read morebuilds in the ceramic class .

Sometimes 5 stars isn't enough. God bless the people who made the Hanson House exist. My wife and I…read morelive in Joshua Tree and just gave birth to our firstborn at Desert Regional. It was suggested that we deliver down here as it has a NICU (just in case). Unfortunately, "just in case" became a reality and our boy is in the NICU. After a few conversations with the on staff social worker at the hospital and a few of the nurses and doctors, we were guided to the Hanson House as a place to stay nearby so we didn't have to drive an hour between home and hospital. My wife and I were completely brought to tears at the accommodations and hospitality that we were greeted with and given as we navigate through these tough days. Thank you.

Stay here for 5 weeks. It was nice and peaceful, and the facility did everything to make our…read moresituation better. Everyone was so kind and thoughtful during my husband's stroke. We live in LA County and well.... this became our hone away from home. Wished there was a fridge because of late night munkies after the day at the hospital. Other than that, it was a great stay, and the location from the hospital can't beat it!

Ok tours for this place are full full full. They do 2 tours a day with a total of 7 people per…read moretour. We couldn't get on a tour but the gardens and museum are free so we visited it. Walked the 1/2 mike gardens and saw a movie about how diplomacy lives here. It's the Camp David of the west. It's lovely. One day I will go on a tour, but for now... the grounds are divine and the exhibit beautiful. A great place full of inspiration and many presidents have been here to do business and sign monumental legislation!! A retreat and a bird sanctuary. Oh my so breath taking. Closed in June re opens in September busiest months... Feb and March. Let's make this year a better year for ethics and peace and diplomacy. Visit here and you will learn!!!

Loved the tram tour of the Annenberg Estate and learning about this charitable couple and how they…read moreinvested and gave their money. Did not know about President Regan visiting their home and other politicians and dignitaries. The public garden is a photographer's dream and I was thrilled to try out my new camera. Saw the expansive property along with the exterior of their house, Chinese pavilion, totem pole, golf course, retreat house with pool and guest bungalows. There's a small art collection as you walk in with a stellar view of the mountains. I recommend catching the 20 minute movie which provide context to the experience. There is a cafe and gift shop. One of the popular items is olive oil which is made from the olives grown on the premise. Also notable is this is staff - all very helpful to me and my mother who walks with a cane but needed wheelchair assistance during this visit.

One of our perks as a United States military veteran is the USO facility at many U.S. airports…read morewhere we can get a snack, rest etc. When I travel I make it a point to stop in to the USO before continuing my journey. Today was no different. I visited the Palm Springs, CA USO as I prepared to return home from a business trip. This USO Iis in a separate building on the other side of the car return lot. It is huge!! The volunteer staff are exceedingly welcoming and friendly. Ron Meire (sp) gave me a tour which included showing me a news clipping of him that was posted on the bulletin board. The clipping was the announcement of his enlistment in the military in 1967. He was assigned overseas to South Korea. . His dipping was among other news clippings of others who have served.. Ron, it was a pleasure meeting you today---thank you for your service, and thank you for continuing to serve!!! I salute you, sir!!!

One of my favorite USOs. I've stopped by here numerous times the past few years. Most of the time…read morepicking up Or dropping off Sailors/Marines from emergency leave. Primary customers are the Marines and Sailors based at MCAGCC Twentynine Palms. Positives: + Service- Friendly all volunteer force. Most are vets/retirees offering a happy smile and a hot meal. Some of them experienced the suck(Camp Wilson/ITX/CAX/Mojave Viper) and genuinely are glad to see you survive. + Lounging around- Decent sized space to lounge around for a small airport. Lots of seats in the kitchen area and upstairs. + Free- USO is a by donation organization supporting the troops and beneficiaries. Coffee and a light hot dog/ice cream float to fill your hunger. Don't need to buy over priced airport food. + Parking- free designated stalls for those using the services. Thank you Palm Springs USO for the hospitality!

This place is absolutely Amazing Awesome customer service!! They're caring work hard to help the…read moreCoachella Valley. I absolutely recommend this place