Scattering Ashes In Arizona Parks, What You Need To Know
Scattering cremated remains is allowed across most of Arizona, except the Grand Canyon banned it entirely to protect sacred tribal lands.
Arizona Outdoors
What Makes Arizona's Fall Season So Different From Autumn Elsewhere
Most Arizona residents skip the whole frost-scraping thing. Their fall looks nothing like yours.
The Harsh Truth About Yuma Territorial Prison
Extreme heat, strict discipline, and deadly conditions made Yuma Territorial Prison one of the Wild West's most feared lockups.
Arizona’s State Dinosaur, the Sonorasaurus.
Before cacti and scorpions, Arizona was home to an 84,000-pound long-necked giant that is currently recognized as a state symbol.
Why Arizona's Rattlesnake Season Started Earlier This Year
Arizona's rattlesnake season started early thanks to above-average temperatures. Vets are seeing more snake bites on pets than normal.
Shrimp and Crayfish in the San Pedro River
Beneath the San Pedro River's calm waters lives a surprising world of fairy shrimp, invasive crayfish, and other creatures few visitors ever notice.
What Indigenous Cultures Made From Yucca Fibers
Yucca plants have been feeding, clothing, and cleaning Arizona communities for centuries. Now they're thriving in modern desert gardens.
Why Arizona Heat Wears Out Tires Faster Than Other States
Arizona's brutal heat is cutting tire life short, sometimes by years. Drivers here need to stay on top of maintenance to stay safe.
Southern Arizona's Top Three Food-stealing Wild Animals
Southern Arizona wildlife does not need an invitation to your picnic. Ravens, raccoons, and javelinas have all figured out how to help themselves.
How Spreading Fleabane Supports Pollinators In Arizona
This little wildflower pops up along Arizona roadsides and washes every monsoon season, and it brings a lot more to the table than just pretty petals.