At-Home Activity Insect Egg Hunt

April 3, 2024

Did you know there are mysterious insect eggs potentially in your backyard? Take a look at these oddly shaped, colorful eggs that might have escaped your notice! Check out the chart below and see if you can find in your own backyard with your family. Explore our...

Tips on How to Conserve Water at Home

July 22, 2022

In June, several Valley cities issued water alerts, calling residents and customers to reduce their water use amid droughts throughout Arizona. The alerts are the first steps in city’s drought management plans. Phoenix, Peoria, Tempe, Mesa and Scottsdale were among...

Recipe | Cucumber Cooler

July 21, 2022

The August welcome drink for Sonoran Sippin’ is Cucumber Cooler. Check out the recipe below and enjoy a refreshing summer drink with or without alcohol. Ingredients 1.5 oz Effen Cucumber Vodka 3 oz lemonade 0.5 oz Monin mojito mix Optional cucumber slice and...

Care and Keeping of Saguaros

April 22, 2022

Do you have a saguaro in your yard? Want to learn how to care for them? Here are some helpful tips to make sure your saguaro survives during hot summers. The saguaro cactus is a desert plant that doesn’t need to be connected to drip irrigation. However, they do...

Creating Messages in Nature

April 11, 2022

Have you ever used something other than a pen or pencil to write with? Like a stick or finger to write something in sand? Using nature to write messages can be a fun and environmentally friendly way to connect with others. April is also poetry month so it’s a cool way...