Activities
December Ecoflora Challenge | Spot Spurge
Join the December EcoQuest: Spot Spurge Find and map as many sandmat spurge plants (Euphorbia sect. Anisophyllum) as possible. Poinsettias (Euphorbia pulcherrima) are often a botanical highlight of the holiday season, but this month we are taking a look at one of...
Activity | Red Hot Ristras
Courtesy of Tavo Ruffo, Fabulous Food Fine Catering & Events and Gertrude’s Restaurant Add some Southwest flare to your décor this holiday season. This ristra is multi-purpose–after enjoying it's color-changing beauty, use the dried chiles in cooking. Fun fact:...
Activity | Nature Collage Mandala
Spending time in nature is a perfect way to relax and stay grounded, especially during the holiday season. Consider the following nature collage mandala activity to unwind. Mandalas are circular structures with patterns surrounding the center. While on an outdoor...
National Take a Hike Day | Leave No Trace
Fall, especially in the desert, is a spectacular time to get outside and explore nature. While the summer heat keeps most Arizonans inside, lower temperatures introduce a rejuvenated excitement to explore local parks and trails. If you are considering celebrating...
Guacamole With Pomegranate Seeds
Every now and then it is nice to mix things up—even a tried and true guacamole recipe. Gertrude's Restaurant shares one of their fan-favorites, which is a fresh take on this classic dip. Prep: 10 minutes Yield: Six servings Ingredients Two medium-sized ripe avocados...
Spreading Wildflower Cheer
Spread Wildflower Cheer- Now and Later Send double the positivity to your friends and family with a handmade seed and paper pulp card! They’ll be delighted now to receive a handmade card and later as they watch the wildflowers sprout and bloom. Seed paper cards are...
