Death Valley Natural History

The Death Valley Natural History Association works well with other community organizations. Thank you for supporting the National Park in our back yard!

I am very familiar with the people who work at DVNHA and they have been so helpful and supportive throughout my internship at Ash Meadows National Wildlife Refuge. Without them I probably never would have had the opportunity to work here, be a part of an exceptional and professional team of environmental educators. DVNHA has been very involved throughout these last 3 months that I have been employed, and it made me feel we were all on the same page working together for one common goal; Educating the youth of Nye County Nevada specifically about Ash Meadows and meeting their curriculum standards. I hope that in the future I will have the privledge to work along side the DVNHA and AMNWR again. Over-all A Fantastic experience.

Death Valley Natural History Association (DVNHA) is the official friends group for Death Valley National Park, which it supports in so many capacities. From providing financial support to the park via research grants and funding intern staff, to leading insightful trips for the public to the park's backcountry gems through their field school, this organization is dedicated to supporting and sharing the hottest, driest, lowest desert in the US with the world. As the national park's Education and Outreach Specialist, I work closely with the small but dedicated staff of DVNHA to run the Death Valley ROCKS program (Recreational Outdoor Campaign for Kids through Study). This curriculum-based, hands-on, multi-day camping experience serves urban students from underrepresented demographics, who may not otherwise ever have a chance to experience their nation's natural and cultural heritage through a National Park visit. Without the financial and human resource support of DVNHA, this unique program would not be possible.

Death Valley is a special place - an environment some consider almost alien, but those who have discovered its beauty and serenity will always return to be renewed. The Death Valley Natural History Association (DVNHA)does an outstanding job in educating visitors about this special place. Everything DVNHA does from its bookstores to History Conferences allows visitors to appreciate the broad scope of the park. The Death Valley ROCKS Program introduces students to the park, allows them to participate in field projects and is the first chance to camp in the desert for many. The Death Valley Field School hosts guided drives to seldom seen back country spots. Even special organ concerts at Scotty's Castle are held each year. After 56 years, this vital organization continues to help enhance visitor's Death Valley experience.

Death Valley Natural History Association was a great experience for me. It was a great place to volunteer and to see first-hand how much DVNHA assists Death Valley National Park. By donating its proceeds to educational and interpretive programs in and around the area, DVNHA succeeds in preserving the natural and cultural history of the park as well as educating about taking care of our lands for future generations.