I Have Always Driven By And Wondered What Is Up There – Old Woman Springs Ranch

The Large Lake With Island

Most people that drive up Highway 247, also known as Old Woman Springs Road, between Yucca Valley and Apple Valley have said ”I Have Always Driven By And Wondered What Is Up There” as they look to the southwest and see what looks like a few trees in the distance and a sign that says Old [...]

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Signs of Spring

gladiolus byzantinus

Mojave Max, the desert tortoise, emerged from his burrow on March 29, so it must be spring.  Granted that the spring arrival is a little late this year due to lingering cool temperatures, still it is welcomed with no less enthusiasm.  Max’s girlfriends emerged a few weeks earlier, but Max has the official word.  Mojave [...]

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The Gift that Keeps Giving

leading a hike

All I want for Christmas is to get outside…
Giving your kids the gift of the great outdoors is one of the best intangible gifts around.

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Mojave Max Emerges

Mojave Max in habitat

Southern Nevada’s own weather prognosticator, Mojave Max, declares spring has arrived in the Mojave Desert by emerging from his burrow on Tuesday, March 30, 2010.

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Get Ready for the Spring Wildflower Bloom

Las Vegas Bearpoppy

Expect 2010 desert wildflowers to be brilliant!

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