Surviving and prospering at Joshua Tree’s Keys Ranch

Keys Ranch stands as a testament to the resilience of those who carved out a living in this unforgiving landscape, offering visitors a unique opportunity to step back in time and experience the history of Joshua Tree National Park firsthand. Listed on the National Register of Historic Places, it showcases Bill and May Keys’ ingenuity and resourcefulness in the harsh setting. The surrounding vistas of iconic Joshua trees and dramatic rock formations, serve as a stunning backdrop to this historic site.
Images of Bill Keys are from “Wild burro of the west” available here
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I apologize for the low volume of Kathi and my reflections at the close of the video. I just bought some lapel microphones so hopefully, it will be better in the future.

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I gotta learn what I’m doing?!!

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Pops knows what’s up 😁

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Better watch out, Josh. He's going to surpass you. 😀

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lol …. We’re still watching you…. No worries

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I think Joshua tree is very cool place didn't know about this part very interesting but I know you love history it's always good to here more of the why's in the formation of the west . Thanks

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Glad you enjoyed it! Thx so much.

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Love your channel, Pops! 🙌🏽

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Thanks so much!! You are always so kind and supportive!

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Wow. What an amazing man and such a great story. Thank you for sharing.

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Glad you enjoyed it!

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WOW this place is very beautiful!

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Thanks for visiting

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I never would’ve known about this place! Very interesting. Thank you!

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Glad you enjoyed it!

[@BrancyCDA]

This was great! I have always heard about the Key's Ranch but no one that goes to the park visits it and you not only showed us all around told us all about the history of the man and the ranch which was very interesting!

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Glad you enjoyed it!

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Wow! That one was interesting. Added Keyes Ranch to my bucket list!

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It really was. He was quite a guy and his wife was pretty amazing!

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This was really interesting Pops, thanks for sharing.

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Glad you enjoyed it

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Nice video. Thank you.

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Glad you liked it!

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Thank uuu Pops. I appreciate it

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You are very welcome!

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We did this tour recently! It was very impressive how creative and resourceful he was. I especially liked the "back stretcher" device he made. I need one of those! 😂

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Yeah that was funny. The backstory they give really makes the tour come alive.

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Pops, great video, your content is getting better and better. One suggestion, use a remote mic for your interview sections for a more consistent audio level.

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Thanks for the tip. Yeah bought one it’s on the way.

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Very interesting!

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Haha obviously I thought so too!

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Amazing to see someone’s ability to adapt and survive in such a challenging environment

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Really is and do it for 50+ years!

[@Az_VanGo]

Very cool! Think I need to do that:)

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You should!