Splash Into Summer 2007 - Lake Mead National Recreational Area is July's Featured Destination. If you are looking for places to stay cool in the desert this summer, consider a trip to one of the many recreation areas located along the Colorado River. More . . .Harvester Ants - Strangely, ants in general, and harvester ants in particular – seemingly small and humble creatures that live in dark chambers beneath the floors of our deserts – have long stirred the human imagination. More . . .Snowy Egret, a small heron dressed in brilliant pure white feathers throughout the year and adorned with elegant pure white plumes during its breeding season. More . . .
Fossil Falls is a spectacular lava flow sculpted by rushing water and wind late in the Ice Ages—a “fossil” of nature’s handiwork. More . . . Desert Cityscapes - Instead of landscaping yards with thirsty species from wetter climates, why not follow nature’s lead and bring the desert into the front yard? More . . . Recipe by Chef Ara - Ara & Spirit are back this month with another mouth-watering recipe, Wrapped Sausage & Asparagus. More . . . Southwestern Rock Art - On a sandstone ledge in a nameless canyon off the Colorado River, Raymond Blanco had accidentally kicked a rock loose, sending it ricocheting down the wall. More . . .
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