Natural Surroundings
Ghost Stories and Mysteries of Coal Mine Canyon
Coal Mine Canyon is one of Arizona's lesser-known treasures because it's easy to miss. And, perhaps, because of the ghosts. There are no signs pointing ...The Famous Faces of Canyon de Chelly?
There are many colorful rock formations spread across Arizona, and some of the more spectacular are located in Canyon deChelly on the Navajo Reservation ...What’s That After-Rain Aroma in the Valley?
Q: What exactly causes that fresh/earthy scent when it rains in the Valley? It’s a real distinct scent, not flowery or sweet, but more ...The Birds of Santa Cruz County
Santa Cruz County is for the birds. That's not a criticism. It's a compliment. Literally and figuratively, birds are a major component of the Santa ...Frequently Asked Questions About Saguaros
Here at the Valley 101 Research Center and Windshield Squeegeeing Service, we have amassed a collection of three questions about saguaros, those noble cactuses ...Five Reasons Why It’s Great to Live in the Valley Right Now
I was born and raised in Arizona, and a love affair with the sun has pretty much solidified my future here. I’ve lived in ...Have You Seen The Tiny Creatures From The Stock Tank?
My husband and kids were out hiking and stopped at a stock tank to look for animal tracks. In the water, they saw these ...Antelope Canyon: An Abstract in Sandstone
One of my favorite spots in Arizona is Antelope Canyon, a magnificent sandstone sculpture created by time and nature. Located near Page on the ...Did You Know Lizards Can High-Tail It On 2 Legs?
Today’s question: I was at Lake Pleasant recently, and I thought I saw a lizard running across some rocks as fast as can be ...A Scary Glimplse Down the Skywalk at the Grand Canyon
Looking down into the Grand Canyon has always been a test for those vertigo because it's thousands of feet from the top to the ...