Natural Surroundings
Thousands of Mexican Free-Tail Bats Make Phoenix Tunnel Their Summer Home
Between May and October, dusk in Arizona brings relief as the relentless sun dips behind the mountains. Near the corner of 40th Street and ...5 Unmissable Activities at Kartchner Caverns State Park
Miles of winding pathways carved deep into Paleozoic rocks. Dripping stalactites and stalagmites. Hiking trails with panoramic views of the Arizona desert. Fun for ...How to Keep Centipedes Away from Your House
There are enough creepy crawlies in Arizona to keep anyone awake at night: tarantulas, scorpions, you name it – scary bugs are abundant in ...Palm Trees Aren’t Native to Arizona, So How Did They End Up Here?
Nothing quite says “desert oasis” like a cluster of slender palm trees. They’re found all over the southwest, lining the highway, parks and found ...What Are the Best Arizona Plants for Xeriscaping?
We have to be conscious of how much water we’re using in an arid climate like Arizona’s. Lush, green lawns, while beautiful, are simply ...5 Facts About the Southwest’s Strangest, Smelliest Inhabitant – The Javelina
For many of us who grew up in the Southwest, javelinas — or properly known as peccaries —were a common sight. It wasn’t unusual ...Get a Dose of Ancient History at Petrified Forest National Park
If you love fossils, ancient civilizations and stunning views, Petrified Forest National Park is for you. While its name implies that you’ll be greeted ...How to Scorpion-proof Your Home
You may have some scorpion roommates you don’t know about. Our homes are a scorpion’s ideal climate, and many hunker down to hibernate in ...Four Deserts, One State
Did you know that Arizona is the only state that contains part of the four North American deserts? The Great Basin, the Chihuahuan, the ...The World’s Largest Travertine Bridge is Tucked Away Near Payson
Tonto Natural Bridge—the world’s largest travertine bridge–used to be a hidden gem near Payson. In recent years, however, Arizonans and visitors alike have discovered ...
Why Does Downtown Phoenix Seem to Have Two Downtowns?
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