Teddy Bear Cholla aka Jumping Cholla

Anyone who has spent more than a few days in Arizona has likely heard cautionary tales of the “jumping Cholla” … More

Fossil Creek: A refreshing oasis

Tucked deep in a canyon roughly 15 miles from the nearest paved road, the cool, clear water of Fossil Creek … More

Grapes have long provided us two of the things we love most in Arizona: Healthy snacks and wine. These days, it seems … More

A mainstay in desert landscapes, the Palo Verde tree shares its beauty year round on ten inches or less of … More

We’re calling this one pop fly cactus. What would you call it? Thanks to Jenny Cosby of Queen Creek, AZ … More

Towering as high as 25 feet at maturity, the Ocotillo (oko-tea-yo) remains dormant much of the year as a skeletal … More

Just east of Mesa, AZ sits an awe-inspiring mountain range known as the Superstitions. Legends abound of gold stashes, including … More