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| arizona museum of natural history free day: A Natural History of the Sonoran Desert Steven J. Phillips, Patricia Wentworth Comus, 2000 A Natural History of the Sonoran Desert provides the most complete collection of Sonoran Desert natural history information ever compiled and is a perfect introduction to this biologically rich desert of North America.--BOOK JACKET. |
| arizona museum of natural history free day: One Day Missy Keast, 2001 Combines history and photography to document the deaf culture around the world in a single 24-hour period on May 1, 1997. This unique project consists of more than ten thousand pictures by over three hundred amateur and professional photographers from five continents and thirty countries. The result of this outstanding effort is a fully-captioned, diverse collection of photographs submitted by volunteer photographers, with the only requirements for participation being that the subjects of the photos are deaf, live with the deaf or work with the deaf. One Day capitalized on the close-knit deaf community, using the power of the Internet to reach photographers around the world to participate. The vision and observation skills of the deaf are highly developed, as they rely primarily on sight for communication, and the creative effort of One Day show-cases their unique perspectives. Through a wide-ranging array of photos, the book emphasizes the common threads that bind people together, from Ethiopian schoolchildren to revered Australian nonagenarians, and gives a fascinating glimpse into the lives of the deaf worldwide. |
| arizona museum of natural history free day: Museum Matters Miruna Achim, Susan Deans-Smith, Sandra Rozental, 2021-08-24 Museum Matters tells the story of Mexico's national collections through the trajectories of its objects. The essays in this book show the many ways in which things matter and affect how Mexico imagines its past, present, and future. |
| arizona museum of natural history free day: Activist Biology Regina Horta Duarte, 2016-11-15 Activist Biology is the story of a group of biologists at the National Museum in Rio de Janeiro who joined the drive to renew the Brazilian nation, claiming as their weapon the voice of their fledgling field. It offers a portrait of science as a creative and transformative pathway. This book will intrigue anyone fascinated by environmental history and Latin American political and social life in the 1920s and 1930s. |
| arizona museum of natural history free day: The Sonoran Desert Tortoise Thomas R. Van Devender, 2019-04-15 One of the most recognizable animals of the Southwest, the desert tortoise (Gopherus agassizii) makes its home in both the Sonoran and Mohave Deserts, as well as in tropical areas to the south in Mexico. Called by Tohono O'odham people komik'c-ed, or shell with living thing inside, it is one of the few desert creatures kept as a domestic pet—as well as one of the most studied reptiles in the world. Most of our knowledge of desert tortoises comes from studies of Mohave Desert populations in California and Nevada. However, the ecology, physiology, and behavior of these northern populations are quite different from those of their southern, Sonoran Desert, and tropical cousins, which have been studied much less. Differences in climate and habitat have shaped the evolution of three races of desert tortoises as they have adapted to changes in heat, rainfall, and sources of food and shelter as the deserts developed in the last ten million years. This book presents the first comprehensive summary of the natural history, biology, and conservation of the Sonoran and Sinaloan desert tortoises, reviewing the current state of knowledge of these creatures with appropriate comparisons to Mohave tortoises. It condenses a vast amount of information on population ecology, activity, and behavior based on decades of studying tortoise populations in Arizona and Sonora, Mexico, and also includes important material on the care and protection of tortoises. Thirty-two contributors address such topics as tortoise fossil records, DNA analysis, and the mystery of secretive hatchlings and juveniles. Tortoise health is discussed in chapters on the care of captives, and original data are presented on the diets of wild and captive tortoises, the nutrient content of plant foods, and blood parameters of healthy tortoises. Coverage of conservation issues includes husbandry methods for captive tortoises, an overview of protective measures, and an evaluation of threats to tortoises from introduced grass and wildfires. A final chapter on cultural knowledge presents stories and songs from indigenous peoples and explores their understanding of tortoises. As the only comprehensive book on the desert tortoise, this volume gathers a vast amount of information for scientists, veterinarians, and resource managers while also remaining useful to general readers who keep desert tortoises as backyard pets. It will stand as an enduring reference on this endearing creature for years to come. |
| arizona museum of natural history free day: Everything's Coming Up Profits Steve Young, Sport Murphy, 2013 The little-known world of industrial shows is reconstructed through the record collection of author Steve Young, who has spent twenty years finding the extremely rare souvenir albums as well as tracking down and interviewing the writers and performers. |
| arizona museum of natural history free day: Nabokov's Butterflies Vladimir Vladimirovich Nabokov, 2000 Literature and Lepidoptera dance an elaborate pas de deux through seventy years of Vladimir Nabokov's life, from his boyhood in Russia to his life as an emigre in the Crimea, Berlin, France, the United States, and finally in Switzerland. An American literary giant, Nabokov also produced first-rate work as a scientist, and in his fiction and elsewhere eloquently advocated attention to the details of the natural world and promoted the delights of discovery. Nabokov's Butterflies presents Nabokov's twin passions through an astonishingly rich array of novel selections, stories, poems, screenplay, autobiography, criticism, lecturers, articles, reviews, interviews, letters, and notes, plus a wealth of beautiful and fanciful drawings by Nabokov and photographs of him in the field.--BOOK JACKET.Title Summary field provided by Blackwell North America, Inc. All Rights Reserved |
| arizona museum of natural history free day: Moon Arizona & the Grand Canyon Tim Hull, Moon Travel Guides, 2024-07-30 Vast open spaces, dreamy canyons, and colorful culture: experience it all with Moon Arizona & the Grand Canyon. Inside you'll find: Flexible itineraries from a Grand Canyon adventure to two weeks exploring the whole state The best road trips in Arizona, including historic Route 66 and scenic byways The top hikes, whether you're looking for treks near Phoenix or Tucson, a multi-day expedition into the depths of the Grand Canyon, or trails in Red Rock Country, complete with distance, duration, difficulty level, and elevation gain Can't-miss highlights and unique experiences: Discover hidden streams on a hike through high-desert forests or find the best spots to hit the slopes in winter. Visit Ancestral Puebloan cliff cities and learn about Arizona's indigenous cultures or stroll through charming historic towns. Marvel at the red rock cliffs around Sedona, watch your favorite MLB team play during Spring Training, and sample Southwest cuisine from spicy enchiladas to Sonoran hot dogs Expert insight from Arizona local Tim Hull on when to go, where to stay, and how to get around, including detailed coverage of gateway cities to the Grand Canyon and sustainable travel tips Full-color photos and detailed maps throughout Practical background on Arizona's landscape, climate, wildlife, and culture Find your adventure with Moon Arizona & the Grand Canyon. Seeing more of the Southwest? Check out Moon New Mexico or Moon Phoenix, Scottsdale & Sedona. Hitting the road? Try Moon Southwest Road Trip or Moon Route 66 Road Trip. About Moon Travel Guides: Moon was founded in 1973 to empower independent, active, and conscious travel. We prioritize local businesses, outdoor recreation, and traveling strategically and sustainably. Moon Travel Guides are written by local, expert authors with great stories to tell—and they can't wait to share their favorite places with you. For more inspiration, follow @moonguides on social media. |
| arizona museum of natural history free day: The Saguaro Cactus David Yetman, Alberto Búrquez, Kevin Hultine, Michael Sanderson, 2020-02-25 The saguaro, with its great size and characteristic shape—its arms stretching heavenward, its silhouette often resembling a human—has become the emblem of the Sonoran Desert of southwestern Arizona and northwestern Mexico. The largest and tallest cactus in the United States, it is both familiar and an object of fascination and curiosity. This book offers a complete natural history of this enduring and iconic desert plant. Gathering everything from the saguaro’s role in Sonoran Desert ecology to its adaptations to the desert climate and its sacred place in Indigenous culture, this book shares precolonial through current scientific findings. The saguaro is charismatic and readily accessible but also decidedly different from other desert flora. The essays in this book bear witness to our ongoing fascination with the great cactus and the plant’s unusual characteristics, covering the saguaro’s: history of discovery, place in the cactus family, ecology, anatomy and physiology, genetics, and ethnobotany. The Saguaro Cactus offers testimony to the cactus’s prominence as a symbol, the perceptions it inspires, its role in human society, and its importance in desert ecology. |
| arizona museum of natural history free day: The Epigenetics Revolution Nessa Carey, 2012-03-06 Epigenetics can potentially revolutionize our understanding of the structure and behavior of biological life on Earth. It explains why mapping an organism's genetic code is not enough to determine how it develops or acts and shows how nurture combines with nature to engineer biological diversity. Surveying the twenty-year history of the field while also highlighting its latest findings and innovations, this volume provides a readily understandable introduction to the foundations of epigenetics. Nessa Carey, a leading epigenetics researcher, connects the field's arguments to such diverse phenomena as how ants and queen bees control their colonies; why tortoiseshell cats are always female; why some plants need cold weather before they can flower; and how our bodies age and develop disease. Reaching beyond biology, epigenetics now informs work on drug addiction, the long-term effects of famine, and the physical and psychological consequences of childhood trauma. Carey concludes with a discussion of the future directions for this research and its ability to improve human health and well-being. |
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| arizona museum of natural history free day: A Zapotec Natural History Eugene S. Hunn, 2016-08 A Zapotec Natural History is an extraordinary book that describe the people of a small town in Mexico and their remarkable knowledge of the natural world in which they live. San Juan Gbëë is a Zapotec Indian community located in the state of Oaxaca, a region of great biological diversity. Eugene S. Hunn is a well-known anthropologist and ethnobiologist who has spent many years working in San Juan Gbëë, studying its residents and their knowledge of the local environment. Here Hunn writes sensitively and respectfully about the rich understanding of local flora and fauna that village inhabitants have acquired and transmitted over many centuries. In this village everyone, young children included, can identify and name hundreds of local plants, animals, and fungi, together with the details of their life cycles, habitat preferences, and functions in the economic, aesthetic, and spiritual lives of the town. Part 1 of this two-part work describes the community, the subsistence farming practices of its residents, the nomenclature and classification of the local biological taxonomy, the use of plants for treating illnesses, and the ritual and decorative roles of flowers. Part 2 is available online, and includes detailed inventories of all plant, animal, and fungal categories recognized by San Juan’s people; a series of indexes; a library of more than 1,200 images illustrating the town’s plants, people, landscapes, and daily activities; and sounds of village life. |
| arizona museum of natural history free day: The 50 State Fossils Yinan Wang, 2018-10-28 An award-winning engaging kids' guide to the official US state fossils. Did you know that Illinois's state fossil is the weird-looking Tully Monster, which had eyes on a pair of stalks and an elephant-like trunk that ended in a toothed claw? Or that Idaho's state fossil is the stocky Hagerman horse, named for the town where its bones were found? Fossils can be found in every state, and this engaging guidebook brings these ancient organisms to life. Each state entry contains details about the state fossil; an illustration of what the vertebrate, invertebrate, or plant looked like; a photograph or drawing of the fossil; and a state map showing where it can be found. Potential fossil candidates are proposed for states that do not yet have official state fossils, along with instructions on how to get state fossils designated. An appendix lists museums and parks where these fossils can be studied first-hand. This book is a fun resource for fossil enthusiasts and future paleontologists of all ages. |
| arizona museum of natural history free day: Desert Dinosaurs: Discovering Prehistoric Sites in the American Southwest Anthony D. Fredericks, 2012-06-04 Combines literary anecdotes with recommendations for hands-on discovery to introduce natural-world excavations in Arizona and New Mexico, where dinosaurs used to roam during the Mesozoic era. |
| arizona museum of natural history free day: View from Above Terry Virts, 2017 Shares photographs and details of the author's experiences in space. |
| arizona museum of natural history free day: Fossil Record 6 Volume 2 Spencer G. Lucas, Robert M. Sullivan, |
| arizona museum of natural history free day: Fodor's Arizona & The Grand Canyon Fodor's Travel Guides, 2018-05-15 For a limited time, receive a free Fodor's Guide to Safe and Healthy Travel e-book with the purchase of this guidebook! Go to fodors.com for details. Written by local experts, Fodor's travel guides have been offering advice and professionally vetted recommendations for all tastes and budgets for 80 years. From the vastness of the Grand Canyon to Sedona’s red rocks and the living Sonoran Desert, Arizona’s landscapes are awe-inspiring. The state’s spectacular canyons, blooming deserts, raging rivers, petrified forests, and scenic mountains enthrall lovers of the outdoors in pursuit of hiking, rafting, golf, or picturesque spots to watch the sunset. In full-color throughout, Fodor's Arizona and the Grand Canyon helps travelers take advantage of the state's myriad pleasures, including outstanding museums and galleries, Navajo and Hopi cultural experiences, three national parks, and world-renowned spas. This travel guide includes: •PULLOUT MAP: A handy take-along map provides added value, giving travelers essential information so they can travel with confidence •ULTIMATE EXPERIENCES GUIDE contains a brief introduction and spectacular color photos that capture the ultimate experiences and attractions throughout Arizona & The Grand Canyon •UPDATED COVERAGE: The guide features the latest hotel and restaurant openings throughout the state, particularly the fast-growing Phoenix and Tuscan areas. •ILLUSTRATED FEATURES: Illustrated features advise travelers on how to experience some of Arizona's top outdoor activities: star-gazing; exploring canyons, deserts, mountains, flora, and fauna; and the ultimate Grand Canyon adventure, rafting the Colorado River. Spotlights highlight Phoenix-area golf, visiting Native American reservations, and the Wild West. •INDISPENSABLE TRIP PLANNING TOOLS: Each chapter opens with an orientation map, the top reasons to go, and other essential information to help visitors plan their time effectively. Dining and Lodging map atlases in Phoenix and Tucson make locating a hotel or meal simple. A Top Picks chart for Grand Canyon hiking trails helps travelers choose a hike based on length, grade, trail conditions, time of year, and level of difficulty. •DISCERNING RECOMMENDATIONS: Fodor's Arizona and the Grand Canyon offers savvy advice and recommendations from local writers to help travelers make the most of their visit. Fodor's Choice designates our best picks in every category. •COVERS: Phoenix, Scottsdale, Tempe, Tucson, the Grand Canyon, Sedona, Petrified Forest National Park, Monument Valley, Yuma, the Hoover Dam, Flagstaff, and more. |
| arizona museum of natural history free day: The Grand Canyon: Between River and Rim Pete McBride, 2018-09-25 This is a once-in-a-lifetime experience--an end-to-end, rim-to-river exploration of the Grand Canyon. The authors have debuted a film-Into the Canyon-in February of 2019 that explores their hike through the canyon Award-winning photographer Pete McBride, along with best-selling authors Kevin Fedarko and Hampton Sides, takes us on a gripping adventure story told through stunning, never-before-seen photography and powerful essays. By hiking the entire 750 miles of Grand Canyon National Park--from the Colorado River to the canyon rim--McBride captures the majesty of as well as calling us to protect America's open-aired cathedral. The 2019 Public Lands Alliance Partnership Book of the Year, this is the most spectacular collection of Grand Canyon imagery ever seen, showing beauty from vantages where no other photographers have ever stood. It will also highlight the conservation challenges this iconic national park faces as visitation numbers grow and development pressures surrounding it mount. This photography will inspire and remind us why we protect such a cherished public space. Proceeds benefit the Grand Canyon Conservancy, and the accompanying documentary Into the Canyon has been shown at the Flagstaff Mountain Film Festival and the Aspen Film Festival in February of 2019 as well as debuting on the National Geographic Channel--all in time for the national park's centennial. |
| arizona museum of natural history free day: The Rough Guide to Southwest USA Greg Ward, 2013-09-19 The Rough Guide to Southwest USA is the definitive handbook to the fabled desert wildernesses of the Wild West. As well as step-by-step hiking and driving guides to spectacular national parks like Zion, Bryce and the Grand Canyon, it provides full coverage of the region's Native American heritage, from the ancient ruins of Canyon de Chelly and Mesa Verde, to the modern Navajo, Hopi and Pueblo peoples. Its detailed, up-to-the-minute restaurant, bar, hotel and nightlife reviews, tailored to suit every budget, will help you make the most of the Southwest's cities too, whether you're cruising down Las Vegas's legendary Strip, or strolling the adobe-lined streets of Santa Fe. Colour photos, easy-to-read maps and suggested itineraries make it easy to plan your own tour of Western landmarks, such as Monument Valley, with its signature red-rock buttes, or Tombstone, where the OK Corral still rings to the sound of daily gunfights. Make the most of your time with The Rough Guide to Southwest USA. Now available in ePub format. |
| arizona museum of natural history free day: Fodor's Arizona and the Grand Canyon 2010 Fodor's, 2009-11-24 With more than 29 million visitors last year, Arizona continues to lure travelers with its varied attractions. This updated guide includes enhanced and expanded park coverage for the Grand Canyon, the Petrified Forest, and Sagauro National Park. |
| arizona museum of natural history free day: History Is in the Land T. J. Ferguson, Chip Colwell, 2015-09-01 Arizona’s San Pedro Valley is a natural corridor through which generations of native peoples have traveled for more than 12,000 years, and today many tribes consider it to be part of their ancestral homeland. This book explores the multiple cultural meanings, historical interpretations, and cosmological values of this extraordinary region by combining archaeological and historical sources with the ethnographic perspectives of four contemporary tribes: Tohono O’odham, Hopi, Zuni, and San Carlos Apache. Previous research in the San Pedro Valley has focused on scientific archaeology and documentary history, with a conspicuous absence of indigenous voices, yet Native Americans maintain oral traditions that provide an anthropological context for interpreting the history and archaeology of the valley. The San Pedro Ethnohistory Project was designed to redress this situation by visiting archaeological sites, studying museum collections, and interviewing tribal members to collect traditional histories. The information it gathered is arrayed in this book along with archaeological and documentary data to interpret the histories of Native American occupation of the San Pedro Valley. This work provides an example of the kind of interdisciplinary and politically conscious work made possible when Native Americans and archaeologists collaborate to study the past. As a methodological case study, it clearly articulates how scholars can work with Native American stakeholders to move beyond confrontations over who “owns” the past, yielding a more nuanced, multilayered, and relevant archaeology. |
| arizona museum of natural history free day: Moon Phoenix, Scottsdale & Sedona Kathleen Bryant, 2014-02-11 In Moon Phoenix, Scottsdale & Sedona, longtime Arizona resident Kathleen Bryant covers the hot spots of the Valley of the Sun, including Phoenix's sandstone peaks, the red rocks and vortexes of Sedona, and the best golf courses and shopping Scottsdale has to offer. Discover the rich culture of the Native American tribes who first settled the Valley, venture north to the leafy respite of Oak Creek Canyon, marvel at larger-than-life cacti at the Desert Botanical Garden, or explore fossils at the Mesa Southwest Museum. Packed with information on the best dining, transportation, and accommodations, Moon Phoenix, Scottsdale & Sedona caters to a range of travel budgets. With unique travel strategies such as Desert Romance and Southwest Heritage, Moon Phoenix, Scottsdale & Sedona gives travelers the tools they need to create a more personal and memorable experience. This ebook and its features are best experienced on iOS or Android devices and the Kindle Fire. |
| arizona museum of natural history free day: Ruins and Rivals James E. Snead, 2004-02-01 Published in cooperation with the William P. Clements Center for Southwest Studies, Southern Methodist University Ruins are as central to the image of the American Southwest as are its mountains and deserts, and antiquity is a key element of modern southwestern heritage. Yet prior to the mid-nineteenth century this rich legacy was largely unknown to the outside world. While military expeditions first brought word of enigmatic relics to the eastern United States, the new intellectual frontier was seized by archaeologists, who used the results of their southwestern explorations to build a foundation for the scientific study of the American past. In Ruins and Rivals, James Snead helps us understand the historical development of archaeology in the Southwest from the 1890s to the 1920s and its relationship with the popular conception of the region. He examines two major research traditions: expeditions dispatched from the major eastern museums and those supported by archaeological societies based in the Southwest itself. By comparing the projects of New York's American Museum of Natural History with those of the Southwest Museum in Los Angeles and the Santa Fe-based School of American Archaeology, he illustrates the way that competition for status and prestige shaped the way that archaeological remains were explored and interpreted. The decades-long competition between institutions and their advocates ultimately created an agenda for Southwest archaeology that has survived into modern times. Snead takes us back to the days when the field was populated by relic hunters and eastern museum men who formed uneasy alliances among themselves and with western boosters who used archaeology to advance their own causes. Richard Wetherill, Frederic Ward Putnam, Charles Lummis, and other colorful characters all promoted their own archaeological endeavors before an audience that included wealthy patrons, museum administrators, and other cultural figures. The resulting competition between scholarly and public interests shifted among museum halls, legislative chambers, and the drawing rooms of Victorian America but always returned to the enigmatic ruins of Chaco Canyon, Bandelier, and Mesa Verde. Ruins and Rivals contains a wealth of anecdotal material that conveys the flavor of digs and discoveries, scholars and scoundrels, tracing the origins of everything from national monuments to Santa Fe Style. It rekindles the excitement of discovery, illustrating the role that archaeology played in creating the southwestern past and how that image of antiquity continues to exert its influence today. |
| arizona museum of natural history free day: DK Eyewitness Travel Guide: Southwest USA & Las Vegas , 2012-07-02 Now available in PDF format. DK Eyewitness Travel Guide: Southwest USA and Las Vegas will lead you straight to the best attractions the region has to offer. Whether you're taking in the views at the Grand Canyon, gambling in Las Vegas, or enjoying the hot pools at Jemez Springs, this guide provides the insider tips you need. Fully illustrated, it covers all the major areas, including Utah, Santa Fe, Albuquerque, to Phoenix, Las Vegas, and Arizona. DK Eyewitness Travel Guide: Southwest USA and Las Vegas explores the culture, history, architecture, entertainment, shopping, tours, and scenic walks. You'll find 3-D illustrated cutaways and floor plans of the must-see sights-including a cutaway illustration showing the geology of the Grand Canyon-as well as street maps and reliable information for getting around this diverse region. Plus, this guidebook is packed with comprehensive listings of the best hotels, restaurants, shops, and nightlife in each area for all budgets. With hundreds of full-color photographs, hand-drawn illustrations, and custom maps that brighten every page, DK Eyewitness Travel Guide: Southwest USA and Las Vegas truly shows you this state as no one else can. |
| arizona museum of natural history free day: Skirting Traditions: Arizona Women Writers and Journalists 1912-2012 Brenda Kimsey Warneka, Carol Hughes, Lois McFarland, June P. Payne, Sheila Roe, Pam Knight Stevenson, 2016-04-29 Women who skirt traditions, whether on the frontier of a young state or in a male-dominated profession, have relied on resilience, creativity, and grit to survive…and to flourish. These short biographies of twenty-eight female writers and journalists from Arizona span the one hundred years since Arizona became the forty-eighth state in the Union. They capture the emotions, the monumental and often overlooked events, and the pioneering spirit of women whose lives are now part of Arizona history. The remarkable women profiled in this anthology made the trek to Arizona from the big cities of Chicago, Los Angeles, and Washington, D.C.; from the green hills of Wisconsin, and from backwater towns in Oklahoma and Pennsylvania; by covered wagon, automobile, and, later, airplane. They came with their parents or their husbands, or as single women, with and without children. They came seeking health in the sun-blessed dryness of the desert, a job, a better lifestyle. What these women had in common was their love of writing and journalism, and their ability to use the written word to earn a living, to argue a cause, and to promote the virtues, beauty, history, and people of the Southwest. The narratives in Skirting Traditions move forward from the beginning of statehood to the modern day, describing daring feats, patriotic actions, and amazing accomplishments. They are women you won't soon forget. |
| arizona museum of natural history free day: Where to Stay in Mesa, AZ : A Brief Travel Guide Paul Samson, 2024-06-22 Embark on an unforgettable journey through the vibrant city of Mesa, Arizona, with Where to Stay in Mesa, AZ. This comprehensive travel guide offers an insider's look at one of the Southwest's most captivating destinations, blending rich history, diverse culture, and modern attractions. Discover Mesa’s Past and Present: Begin your adventure with a deep dive into Mesa's storied past. Learn about the ancient Hohokam civilization, the arrival of Mormon pioneers, and the city's evolution into a bustling urban center. Explore the preserved historic buildings, cultural institutions, and the significant landmarks that tell the story of Mesa's growth and development. Accommodations for Every Traveler: Whether you’re seeking luxury, mid-range comfort, budget-friendly options, or unique stays, this guide covers the best places to rest your head in Mesa. From upscale resorts with world-class amenities to charming bed-and-breakfasts and cozy vacation rentals, find the perfect accommodation to suit your style and budget. Culinary Delights: Mesa's culinary scene is a delightful mix of traditional Southwestern flavors, international cuisine, and innovative dining experiences. Explore local favorites, fine dining establishments, casual eateries, and hidden gems that offer a taste of Mesa's diverse and delicious food offerings. Exciting Activities and Attractions: With a plethora of activities and attractions, Mesa caters to all interests and ages. Discover cultural and historical sites, outdoor adventures, family-friendly activities, and shopping and entertainment hotspots. Whether you're hiking in Usery Mountain Regional Park, tubing down the Salt River, or enjoying a performance at the Mesa Arts Center, there's always something exciting to do in Mesa. Exploring Neighborhoods: Delve into the unique charm and character of Mesa’s neighborhoods. From the historic charm of downtown Mesa and the modern amenities of Eastmark to the luxurious tranquility of Las Sendas and the family-friendly environment of Dobson Ranch, this guide provides a detailed look at the diverse communities that make up this vibrant city. Hidden Gems: Uncover the hidden gems that make Mesa truly special. Visit the Queen Creek Olive Mill, the serene Rose Garden at Mesa Community College, and the fascinating Arizona Commemorative Air Force Museum. Explore Riverview Park, enjoy a unique dining experience at Organ Stop Pizza, and discover the delights of local citrus farms and escape rooms. Seasonal Activities and Experiences: Mesa's climate allows for a variety of seasonal activities and events throughout the year. Celebrate spring with music festivals and outdoor fun, cool off in the summer with water activities and evening events, enjoy fall harvest celebrations and perfect hiking weather, and experience the festive charm of winter holiday lights and events. Where to Stay in Mesa, AZ is your ultimate travel companion, offering detailed insights and practical information to help you make the most of your visit. Whether you're planning a weekend getaway or an extended stay, this guide provides everything you need to explore and enjoy the many facets of Mesa, Arizona. |
| arizona museum of natural history free day: Geologic Excursions in Southwestern North America Philip A. Pearthree, 2019-09-23 Over the course of his 43-year career, James C. Knox conducted seminal research on the geomorphology of the Driftless Area of southwestern Wisconsin. His research covered wide-ranging topics such as long-term land-scape evolution in the Driftless Area; responses of floods to climate change since the last glaciation; processes and timing of floodplain sediment deposition on both small streams and on the Mississippi River; impacts of European settlement on the landscape; and responses of stream systems to land-use changes. This volume pre-sents the state of knowledge of the physical geography and geology of this unglaciated region in the otherwise-glaciated Midwest with contributions written by Knox prior to his passing in 2012 and by numerous of his for-mer colleagues and graduate students-- |
| arizona museum of natural history free day: Mesa Lisa A. Anderson, Alice C. Jung, Jared A. Smith, Thomas H. Wilson, 2008 From the prehistoric Native Americans to the first wave of pioneers in 1877 and all who came later, the desert lands east of Phoenix have been a rich and fertile home to a wide diversity of people. Surmounting the early challenges of settling the mesa top and moving water uphill gave rise to a resilient agricultural community famous for cotton, citrus, grapes, and other crops. The boom years that began in the 1950s ushered in a new wave of industry and change to the city of Mesa. Large corporations created jobs, new freeways formed a corridor into the heart of the community, educational and health care facilities improved and expanded, and the advent of air conditioning brought tourists from all over the world. Now boasting a population of over 450,000, Mesa has truly evolved from its pioneer beginnings to a modern city in the Valley of the Sun. |
| arizona museum of natural history free day: Insiders' Guide® to Phoenix & Scottsdale Michael Ferraresi, 2011-11-22 Your Travel Destination. Your Home. Your Home-To-Be. Phoenix & Scottsdale Explore the history of the vast metropolitan area known as the Valley of the Sun. Discover where to find the best Southwestern cuisine. Experience a thriving art and cultural scene. • A personal, practical perspective for travelers and residents alike • Comprehensive listings of attractions, restaurants, and accommodations • How to live & thrive in the area—from recreation to relocation • Countless details on shopping, arts & entertainment, and children’s activities |
| arizona museum of natural history free day: Savage Kin Margaret M. Bruchac, Melissa Fawcett Tantaquidgeon Zobel, 2018-04-10 Illuminating the complex relationships between tribal informants and twentieth-century anthropologists such as Boas, Parker, and Fenton, who came to their communities to collect stories and artifacts--Provided by publisher. |
| arizona museum of natural history free day: LATE CENOZOIC VERTEBRATES FROM THE AMERICAN SOUTHWEST: A TRIBUTE TO ARTHUR H. HARRIS Gary S. Morgan, Jon A. Baskin, Nicholas J. Czaplewski, Spencer G. Lucas, H. Gregory McDonald, Jim I. Mead, Richard S. White, Jr., Asher J. Lichtig, 2022-07-01 |
| arizona museum of natural history free day: DK Eyewitness Travel Guide: Southwest USA & Las Vegas DK Publishing, 2010-09-01 The DK Eyewitness Southwest USA and Las Vegas travel guide will lead you straight to the best attractions the region has to offer. Whether you’re taking in the views at the Grand Canyon, gambling in Las Vegas or enjoying the hot pools at Jemez Springs; this guide provides all the insider tips every visitor needs, with comprehensive listings of the best hotels, restaurants, shops and nightlife for all budgets. It’s fully illustrated and covers all the major areas from Utah, Santa Fe and Alberquerque to Phoenix, Las Vegas and Arizona. You'll find 3D cutaways and floorplans of all the must-see sites – there’s even a cutaway to show the geology of the Grand Canyon – plus reliable information for getting around this diverse region. Exploring the culture, history and architecture, not missing the best in entertainment, shopping, tours and scenic walks, DK Eyewitness Southwest USA and Las Vegas is your essential companion. DK Eyewitness Southwest USA and Las Vegas – showing you what others only tell you. |
| arizona museum of natural history free day: DK Eyewitness Travel Guide: Southwest USA & National Parks DK, 2014-08-01 The DK Eyewitness Travel Guide: Southwest USA & Las Vegas is your indispensable guide to this beautiful part of the world. The fully updated guide includes unique cutaways, floor plans, and reconstructions of the must-see sites, plus street-by-street maps of all the fascinating cities and towns. This new-look guide is also packed with photographs and illustrations that lead you straight to the best attractions. This uniquely visual DK Eyewitness Travel Guide will help you discover everything region-by-region, from local festivals and markets to day trips around the countryside. Detailed listings will guide you to the best hotels, restaurants, bars, and shops for all budgets, while detailed practical information will help you to get around, whether by train, bus, or car. Plus, DK's excellent insider tips and essential local information will help you explore every corner of the Southwest and Las Vegas effortlessly. |
| arizona museum of natural history free day: The Lost Order Steve Berry, 2017-04-04 The Knights of the Golden Circle was the largest and most dangerous clandestine organization in American history. It amassed billions in stolen gold and silver, all buried in hidden caches across the United States. Since 1865 treasure hunters have searched, but little of that immense wealth has ever been found. Now, one hundred and sixty years later, two factions of what remains of the Knights of the Golden Circle want that lost treasure—one to spend it for their own ends, the other to preserve it. Thrust into this battle is former Justice Department agent Cotton Malone, whose connection to the knights is far deeper than he ever imagined. At the center is the Smithsonian Institution—linked to the knights, its treasure, and Malone himself through an ancestor, a Confederate spy named Angus “Cotton” Adams, whose story holds the key to everything. Complicating matters are the political ambitions of a reckless Speaker of the House and the bitter widow of a United States Senator, who together are planning radical changes to the country. And while Malone and Cassiopeia Vitt face the past, ex-president Danny Daniels and Stephanie Nelle confront a new and unexpected challenge, a threat that may cost one of them their life. From the backrooms of the Smithsonian to the deepest woods in rural Arkansas, and finally up into the rugged mountains of northern New Mexico, The Lost Order by Steve Berry is a perilous adventure into our country’s dark past, and a potentially even darker future. |
| arizona museum of natural history free day: Star Shrines and Earthworks of the Desert Southwest Gary David, 2012-10-22 Over a period of centuries the Ancient Ones of the American Southwest constructed a pattern of sandstone villages that precisely matches key constellations in the sky. This book plunges you into the mysteries of these unified star correlations. Other fascinating topics include: Orion’s global stargate shrines, Arizona earth chakras, crypto-creatures and star ancestors; the lost empire of Aztlán; evidence of transoceanic migrations to the Southwest in early epochs; the purpose of massive pyramids and canals made by those who once lived on the site of modern-day Phoenix; the subterranean origin of the Anasazi; the cave conundrum of Grand Canyon; the Hopi Mystery Egg; and prophecies of the Fifth World. Chapters include: Stellar Arizona; OZ (Orion Zone) Rising; Arizona Earth Chakras; Grand Canyon Cave Enigma and the Hopi Underworld; Pyramids and Canals of the Phoenix Basin Hohokam; The Hopi Mystery Egg and Prophecies of the Fifth World; All Roads Lead to... Chaco; Pole Star to the Underworld-Anasazi Ruins of Northwestern New Mexico; Mimbres-A Pre-Columbian Counter Culture In Southwestern New Mexico; Mummies, a Meteorite, and the Macaw Constellation-Casas Grandes, Mexico; The Lost Empire of Aztlán; The ABC of Orion: Ants, Bulls, and Copper; Crab Nebula Notes-Shifting To the Age of Taurus, 4,000 BC; Epic Seas Voyages of the Desert People; Genetic Evidence For Pre-Columbian Travel To the American Southwest; Global Orion Shrines-A Celestial Plan; more. |
| arizona museum of natural history free day: Contributions to Geology , 1987 |
| arizona museum of natural history free day: 100 Things to Do in Phoenix Before You Die Christine Bailey, 2015-10-01 The sixth-largest city in the U.S., Phoenix is home to more than 1.4 million people. The metropolitan area encompasses 4.3 million residents across more than 2,000 square miles, and includes the cities of Glendale, Scottsdale, Tempe, and Chandler. Known for its soaring temperatures as much as its soaring saguaro cacti, found only in the Sonoran Desert, Phoenix beckons the rest of the country from about October when the summer heat begins to loosen its hold until almost May when temperatures begin to climb once again. It is the climate one of Arizona's 5 C's that brings more than 16 million visitors here every year. Few can resist the expansive blue skies, breathtaking mountain views and countless outdoor adventures from tee time on one of 200 golf courses to rugged mountain climbs that deliver panoramic views of the Sonoran Desert. So whether you're here for a short visit, a few months in winter or you've decided to make this beautiful desert oasis home, 100 Things to Do in Phoenix Before You Die is filled with plenty of opportunities to discover the best of what Phoenix has to offer. |
| arizona museum of natural history free day: The Late Triassic Archosauromorph Trilophosaurus Justin A. Spielmann, Spencer G. Lucas, Larry F. Rhinehart, Andrew B. Heckert, 2008 |
| arizona museum of natural history free day: Insight Guides USA on the Road (Travel Guide eBook) Insight Guides, 2022-07-01 Insight Guide to USA On The Road is a pictorial travel guide in a magazine style providing answers to the key questions before or during your trip: deciding when to go to USA On The Road, choosing what to see, from exploring the Grand Canyon to discovering the Everglades or creating a travel plan to cover key places like the Big Sur, Yellowstone National Park. This is an ideal travel guide for travellers seeking inspiration, in-depth cultural and historical information about the USA as well as a great selection of places to see during your trip. The Insight Guide USA ON THE ROAD covers: The Atlantic Route; The Northern Route; The Central Route; The Southern Route; The Pacific Route. In this travel guide you will find: IN-DEPTH CULTURAL AND HISTORICAL FEATURES Created to explore the culture and the history of the USA to get a greater understanding of its modern-day life, people and politics BEST OF The top attractions and Editor's Choice highlighting the most special places to visit around the USA. CURATED PLACES, HIGH QUALITY MAPS Geographically organised text cross-referenced against full-colour, high quality travel maps for quick orientation in New York City and many more locations in the USA. COLOUR-CODED CHAPTERS Every part of the USA, from New York to Washington has its own colour assigned for easy navigation. TIPS AND FACTS Up-to-date historical timeline and in-depth cultural background to the USA as well as an introduction to the USA's Food and Drink and fun destination-specific features. PRACTICAL TRAVEL INFORMATION A-Z of useful advice on everything from when to go to the USA, how to get there and how to get around, as well as the USA's climate, advice on tipping, etiquette and more. STRIKING PICTURES Features inspirational colour photography, including the stunning drowned forests in Louisiana and the spectacular Niagara Falls. |
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Official Travel & Tourism Website | Visit Arizona
Plan the perfect vacation with Arizona's official travel guide. Discover inspiring things to do from outdoor fun to arts and culture, events, and culinary hot spots. Your Arizona adventure starts …
La vida es mejor en chanclas | Visit Arizona
Además de su grandeza, Arizona tiene una historia milenaria, definida por los nativos americanos, pero también por grandes aventureros y sus variados paisajes. Pero Arizona es …
Travel Guide | Visit Arizona
Plan your Arizona vacation with the Official State Travel Guide – available in print, electronically, or both.
Must See | Visit Arizona
From the abundance of Saguaro cactuses and unique wildlife in the Sonoran Desert to the high country and forests of the White Mountains to the breathtaking Grand Canyon, Arizona’s …
Places - Visit Arizona
From the abundance of Saguaro cactuses and unique wildlife in the Sonoran Desert to the high country and forests of the White Mountains to the breathtaking Grand Canyon, Arizona’s …
Arizona Maps | Visit Arizona
Looking for maps of specific places or experiences in Arizona? Check out our area maps below, with handy PDF versions you can print and take on the go as you explore the Grand Canyon …
Plan Your AZ Trip - Visit Arizona
Looking for a quick way to plan your trip to Arizona? You've come to the right spot. From travel tips to weather forecasts and articles about Arizona's destinations, you'll find just what you …
Here You Are in Arizona | Visit Arizona
Combine outdoor exploration and urban culture when you visit Arizona. Solo travellers or groups can book experienced adventure companies to tour some of Arizona's most beautiful …
Willkommen in Arizona
From the abundance of Saguaro cactuses and unique wildlife in the Sonoran Desert to the high country and forests of the White Mountains to the breathtaking Grand Canyon, Arizona’s …
Les 10 plus belles choses à faire en Arizona
From the abundance of Saguaro cactuses and unique wildlife in the Sonoran Desert to the high country and forests of the White Mountains to the breathtaking Grand Canyon, Arizona’s …
