Joshua Tree National Park
The Desert Queen Ranch formerly was known as Keys Ranch, after the family that lived there. Keys started the ranch around WWI, taking over the property from earlier minors. I taught a course at the Ranch for the Desert Institute, and here are some photos from that day-long class.
Pattern of old hoses near the windmill.
When in doubt, get closer.
Carved his name in a wall.
Windmill provided water for family. Keys raised seven children, operated some 30 mines in the area
Antique Plymouth
Rust-colored antique car inside Desert Ranch
Ancient Plymouth
Vintage cars rust away inside the Desert Queen Ranch
Dessert Queen Ranch. This old Maytag is pre-World War II.
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