Why this desert city is the perfect home base for a winter escape

At the time of year when the Oregon scenery seems to swim past our windshields (to borrow from Oregon’s own Ken Kesey), the ...

Bring the desert’s warmth indoors this winter with big, bold succulents

Most think of shallow dishes crowded with tiny, drought-resistant plants when it comes to succulents gardening.

CSUN researchers are investigating why Joshua Trees in Mojave Desert are blooming early

Photographers capturing earlier than expected blooming of the iconic Joshua trees in the Mojave Desert are being asked to ...
Yahoo Malaysia

11 of the Best National Parks to Visit in February

February is one of the best months to tour many national parks in the United States. During the month you'll still find ...
Palm Springs Life Magazine

The Living Desert Opens Its First Primate Habitat

Monkeys are not from California. They’re not even visiting snowbirds. But a few have settled nicely into a space customized to their simian preferences.
Arizona Daily Star

JCC unveils sculpture garden that combines art and desert

The Tucson Jewish Community Center will be brimming with arts and culture at the grand opening of its Sculpture Garden from 2 to 4 p.m. Sunday. It will feature more than 30 pieces from all over the ...