Arizona

Photo of a light beam in Upper Antelope Canyon.

Antelope Canyon

Nature’s Masterpiece of Light and Shadow Antelope Canyon, a geological wonder nestled within the heart of the American Southwest, is one of the world’s most captivating natural wonders. This breathtaking slot canyon, renowned for its swirling sandstone walls and enchanting interplay of light and shadow, has drawn photographers, adventurers, and nature enthusiasts from around the […]

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cotton grown in arizona

From Desert Fields to Industrial Threads: Cotton Farming in Arizona

When you think of Arizona, you imagine the majestic saguaro cactus and the vast desert landscape.  However, it might surprise you that cotton is one of the main crops grown in this desert state.  Cotton Farming in Arizona Discover the rise, decline, and revival of cotton cultivation in Arizona, its impact on the state’s economy, and

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Yuma Crossing and RR bridge in 1886

The Yuma Crossing and Fort Yuma: A Gateway of Trade and Transportation

The Yuma Crossing, located along the Colorado River in southwestern Arizona, holds an important place in the history of trade and transportation in the American Southwest. Anchored by Fort Yuma, a military outpost, and the nearby Fort Yuma Trading Post, this strategic location facilitated steamboats’ movement of goods and supplies. Let’s delve into the rich

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Oatman, Arizona

Oatman’s “Wild” Burros Text and videos by Jim Bremner. Oatman started life over 100 years ago as a mining tent camp, and quickly became a flourishing gold-mining center. In 1915, two miners struck a $10 million gold find, and within a year, the town’s population grew to more than 3,500. Oatman was named in honor

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