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Mexican gray wolf, Canis lupus baileyi

Mexican Gray Wolf Scheduled for Release

Jan 7, 2013 Male will be freed mid-month in Apache National Forest, officials say
The monsoon made a big impact this week, and the wet weather was a welcome reprieve from our areas ongoing drought conditions.

2012: The Year in Tucson Weather

Dec 31, 2012 Last 12 months had average monsoon, tied for warmest summer ever
Redington Pass seen to the left; Rincon Mountains to the right. Image taken from La Cebadilla Estates by a resident on a rare day when Tanque Verde Wash was flowing.

Forest Service Focuses on Redington Pass

Dec 24, 2012 Advocates for recreation area east of Tucson applaud clean-up, planning
Saguaro National Park

Youth Wilderness Camp for Winter Break

Dec 24, 2012 Saguaro National Park allows kids to learn in nature's classroom
Picacho Peak, Arizona, Saturday, December 8, 2012: The official ribbon-cutting ceremony inaugurating the new GoE3 Quick Charging installation for EVs. (left to right) Ariel Brimacombe, Colleen Crowninshield (Tucson Clean Cities,) Bill Sheaffer (Phoenix Clean Cities,) Paul Bessent (VP, GoE3,) Bruce Brimacombe (CEO, GoE3,) Ken Bennett (AZ Secretary of State,) Colin Tetrault (Advisor on Sustainability, Phoenix Mayor’s office,) Sean Hegna (Eaton Corporation,) Cyndi Brimacombe.

Quick Charge at Picacho Peak

Dec 13, 2012 Visit a new charging facility for electric vehicles that is helping to turn I-10 into an "electric highway"
Mexican gray wolf, Canis lupus baileyi

Lawsuit Seeks To Classify Mexican Gray Wolf As Subspecies

Dec 12, 2012 Action against federal wildlife agency says animals are uniquely adapted to Southwest
Elissa Fazio and other Hummingbird Monitoring Network volunteers are uncovering the secrets of hummingbirds.

Homing in on Hummingbirds

Dec 4, 2012 Licensed rehabilitator seeks volunteers
The Ironwood tree can live up to 800 years.

New Manager At Ironwood Forest NM

Sep 27, 2012 UA grad to take reins at remote monument northwest of Tucson
Saturday's rain marked one of the earliest times on record that rain has fallen in the "official" monsoon.

Forecasters See Return Of El Niño

Sep 10, 2012 Weather phenomenon may form in October, bring Southern AZ wet winter
In Georgescu's highest-growth scenarios, temperatures in Arizona could rise as much as 4 degrees Celsius (about 7 degrees Fahrenheit) by 2050 due to the urban heat island effect alone. As shown in the map, that warming would also affect climate conditions in the central U.S.

Web Feature: A Burning Question

Aug 16, 2012 Researchers find that heat and growth go hand in hand for Arizona
Mark McLemore speaks about the 2nd annual Tucson Bird and Wildlife Festival which is organized by the Tucson Audubon Society and is being held from Wednesday August 15 to Sunday August 19th.

Braving the Heat Brings Birding Rewards

Aug 9, 2012 Despite the heat, August offers unique opportunities for local birders
The monsoon made a big impact this week, and the wet weather was a welcome reprieve from our areas ongoing drought conditions.

Strong Monsoon May Linger, Expert Says

Jul 31, 2012 So far, this year’s summer rains have delivered record-breaking amounts -- but will they last?

Web Feature: The Weather Man

Jul 19, 2012 A retired Air Force communicator keeps an eye on the sky
We take a tour with the TBG Director of Horticulture, Michael Chamberland, and learn about how moisture-loving plants such as orchids and bromeliads are grown in our desert environment.

Tropical Plants Thrive In 'Cool' Greenhouse

Jul 10, 2012 Tucson Botanical Gardens showcases unique plants in controlled environment
San Ysidro Port of Entry near San Diego is the busiest land port in the United States. On November 25, 2018, Customs and Border Protection closed the port to vehicles and pedestrians for more than 6 hours.

Border Pollution a Worry for Residents

Jul 10, 2012 New port of entry at San Ysidro could back up traffic near school
Glen Canyon Dam.

Colorado River Flows Being Increased

Jul 5, 2012 Simulated floods expected to restore Grand Canyon's natural features

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