Native American cultural celebration Nov 9, 2008
At Saguaro National Park West, a similar celebration on Saturday. Many came to enjoy the food and other activities for families. (KOLD.com, AZ)
Computer chips may foil cactus thieves Oct 10, 2008
The primary objective is deterrence, but the chips also will aid in tracking down and identifying stolen saguaros, said Bob Love, chief ranger at southern Arizona's Saguaro National Park ... The officials at Saguaro National Park, a 91,000-acre park outside Tucson, are in the planning phase of the microchip project, said Love, the park ranger. (CNN -- Tech)
Securing SaguaroComputer chips intended to foil cactus thieves Oct 10, 2008
Ross D. Franklin/Associated Press, Some of the thousands of saguaro cactus plants that dot the landscape in Saguaro National Park on Monday in Tucson are about to get some security ... The primary objective is deterrence, but the chips also will aid in tracking down and identifying stolen saguaros, said Bob Love, chief ranger at southern Arizona's Saguaro National Park ... A 2000 census of the two districts making up the Saguaro National Park outside Tucson estimated that there were 1. (Casa Grande Valley Newspapers, AZ)
Feds to use computer chips to foil cactus thieves Oct 8, 2008
The primary objective is deterrence, but the chips also will aid in tracking down and identifying stolen saguaros, said Bob Love, chief ranger at southern Arizona's Saguaro National Park ... The officials at Saguaro National Park, a 91,000-acre park outside Tucson, are in the planning phase of the microchip project, said Love, the park ranger ... Saguaro National Park. (New York Post)
Tucson itineraries Oct 3, 2008
Start the day with drive through Saguaro National Park and a hike through the Sonoran Desert landscape at the park or at the Tucson Botanical Gardens, where you can brush up on your desert plant identification. If you're feeling adventurous, take a jeep tour or a hot air balloon ride for an even better look at the surrounding beauty. (AZCentral -- Travel)
Phoenix things to do Oct 3, 2008
If you are really into it and have the time, a day trip down way is worth the effort to vist the Arizona-Sonora Desert Museum and Saguaro National Park ... By the way, Saguaro National Park features one of the largest saguaro stands in the world. (AZCentral -- Travel)
Blossoms on a cactus? Sep 19, 2008
This barrel cactus at the Saguaro National Park near Tucson boasts some impressive orange blossoms, reaching for sunlight. Published: Thursday, September 18, 2008 8:34 PM MDT This barrel cactus at the Saguaro National Park near Tucson boasts some impressive orange blossoms, reaching for sunlight. (Green Valley News & Sun, AZ)
Tucson named a top trail running town Aug 26, 2008
The city received the high ranking due to the large number of trail running options nearby, including Catalina State Park, the Tucson Mountains, Mt. Lemmon, Sabino Canyon, and Saguaro National Park. The October issue of TrailRunner also mentions Tucson s desert scenery, year-round mild temperatures, easy access to cooler elevations, and demanding terrain as additional reasons for the ranking. (FOX 11, AZ)
Body of missing woman found in park Aug 20, 2008
The body of a 70-year old Tucson woman who had been missing since Saturday, August 16, has been found in Saguaro National Park West. Paula Gniewek, who suffered from Alzheimer s Disease and Dementia, left her home on East Wendrew Lane to drive to a drugstore on Saturday morning, but never returned home. (FOX 11, AZ)
Cactus thieves beware; saguaros to get microchips Aug 18, 2008
Saguaro National Park officials plan to inject microchips in some of their prickly plants to deter thieves. The idea came after thieves stole 17 saguaros in January 2007, the second big theft in recent years. (AZCentral -- News)
ELECTION 2008: Congressional candidates target independents, UA professor says Jul 27, 2008
Community affiliations (limit to recent ones in past two years): Metropolitan YMCA of Tucson, Board of Directors; Arizona Friends of Small Business, Board of Directors; 162nd Air National Guard Minuteman Committee, Board of Directors; Tohono Chul Park, Board of Directors; Tucson Regional Water Council, Board of Directors; Breast Cancer Boot Camp, Board of Directions; Friends of Saguaro National Park, Board of Directors; Arts Reach Inc., Board of Directors. Previous offices held: U.S.... (Sierra Vista Herald, AZ)
US Park Service Attacks Buffelgrass With Herbicide Jul 25, 2008
Saguaro National Park organizes volunteer groups to pull buffelgrass. To take part, email. (KOLD.com, AZ)
Southern Arizona hotel deals Jun 7, 2008
The ranch: Set on 640 acres east of Tucson, the ranch is adjacent to Saguaro National Park and the Coronado National Forest. Horseback riding, tennis, hiking, mountain biking and nature walks are included in the nightly rate. (AZCentral -- Travel)
Federal land exchange scrutinized May 25, 2008
The federal government paid Tucson developer Don Diamond $1 million and gave him the Phoenix-Scottsdale parcels in exchange for about 450 acres that was added to Saguaro National Park ... The legislation "brought about the expansion of Saguaro National Park and protected sensitive environmental habitat from development," Sadosky said ... The Sierra Club and other environmental groups in 1990 supported congressional approval of the swap to protect Saguaro National Park. (AZCentral)
Officials keep eye on lions near Tucson Apr 14, 2008
Officials in Saguaro National Park east of Tucson closed some hiking trails due to lion activity, and state wildlife officials have been alerting people about sightings in areas along Tanque Verde Creek. McKinney and other researchers tracking radio-collared lions are finding that lions that venture into residential areas are highly variable in how much time they spend there. (AZCentral -- News)
EPA: Air quality of Pima County below standards for four years Apr 2, 2008
Using air quality records and a complex formula, it was determined that Saguaro National Park Rincon Mountain District east of Tucson would have exceeded the new standard each year from 2003 through 2007, she said. During warm summer months, prevailing afternoon eastern winds blow pollutants, primarily from vehicles, toward Saguaro National Park Rincon Mountain District, where the sun's heat converts them into ozone in a complex chemical process, Gorman said. (FOX 11, AZ)
Continental board has two meetings Monday Mar 9, 2008
The agenda will include: action on community use of school facilities; personal leaves for Brooke Chesney and Lisa Berg; field trips to Saguaro National Park West, Green Valley R/C Flyers, Tubac Presidio State Historic Park, Pima Community College and Reid Park Zoo; donations. Also Consider and approve CrexArchitect as a vendor to consult with the district regarding dealing with the Arizona School Facilities Board. (Green Valley News & Sun, AZ)
An Intro to Southeastern Arizona Mar 8, 2008
The city is flanked by the east and west portions of Saguaro National Park and the iconic, towering cacti can be seen everywhere even planted in traffic islands and golf courses. Visitors can expect an extremely dry climate which results in dazzling sunshine and comfortable temperatures year-round at the region s high desert elevation. (Suite101.com)
Southeast Arizona's Natural Beauty Mar 8, 2008
Saguaro National Park and Texas Canyon, Two Scenes of the Desert ... Two natural sites Saguaro National Park, in Tucson, and Texas Canyon, 65 miles to the southeast in Cochise County, offer a look at Southeastern Arizona s contrasting scenery ... Saguaro National Park is divided in two sections, with Tucson s city center in the middle. (Suite101.com)
Spring brings wildflowers, business for Valley allergists Mar 1, 2008
Isaac Madrid, 4, of Oro Valley, exlpores a field of poppies in Saguaro National Park West outside of Tucson. MOST READ STORIES. (AZCentral -- News)
Arizona's wildflowers blooming brilliantly Feb 19, 2008
Other popular spots to view wildflowers include Boyce Thompson Arboretum near Superior and Saguaro National Park outside of Tucson. When conditions are right, Phoenix residents can see wildflowers at South Mountain Park and Dreamy Draw Park in the Phoenix Mountain Preserve. (AZCentral -- News)
Tucson Museum of Art Jan 30, 2008
Located in the picturesque community of Ironwood Ridge, and just minutes away from retail services and Saguaro National Park, this home represents the best of Meritage Homes' standards of exceptional design and attention to detail. 2nd Prize: $10,000. (KOLD.com, AZ)
On the Web, and in Tucson, Ariz., it's time for a rodeo Jan 27, 2008
The Desert Museum is west of Old Tucson and on the way to Saguaro National Park ---- ---- preserving the giant saguaro cactuses and offering miles of hikes in the desert scenery. About 50 miles south of Tucson, the Kitt Peak National Observatory ---- ---- has a visitors center and museum where you can learn about the mountaintop complex's telescopes and discoveries. (North County Times)
Put your boots on, it's rodeo time in Tucson, Ariz. Jan 26, 2008
Ann Levin / AP fileA saguaro cactus is backlit by the morning sun on a trail leading up to Wasson Peak, a popular hiking destination in Saguaro National Park, near Tucson, Ariz. . (MSNBC -- Travel)
Hiking 1,000 Arizona miles Jan 5, 2008
Keep it simple by chugging directly up the Hugh Norris Trail in Saguaro National Park. Slightly longer than other trail combinations that lead to the peak, the Hugh never disappoints, climbing through classic Sonoran landscape, dense and richly textured. (AZCentral -- Travel)
Nearby ranch feels far away Dec 21, 2007
"I call that my little Saguaro National Park," Durand says. "There's a thousand saguaros right there. Little ones, big ones, it's really just a bank of them.". (AZCentral -- Travel)
El Tour de Tucson Nov 22, 2007
Memorable points of interest throughout the tour include riding past the , cycling alongside portions of Saguaro National Park and a rest stop at the entrance to Catalina State Park which is at the base of the Santa Catalina Mountains. El Tour de Tucson is an interesting ride even for the most experienced biker. (Suite101.com)
Park worker's efforts ensure fewer visits ruined Nov 18, 2007
Stewart took over as facility manager in 2004, but his dedication to the Americans with Disabilities Act - and disabled visitors - stretched back to his time with Saguaro National Park in the Tucson area. "That passion was instilled in me by the superintendent from Saguaro, Jeff Nasitake," Stewart said. (Casa Grande Valley Newspapers, AZ)
Stores, galleries open doors for First Friday Nov 3, 2007
Most of the 20 pieces in the exhibit are buildings Mr. Backlund has shot during his travels around the world, from Italy to New York City to Saguaro National Park in Arizona. His nonarchitectural subjects include up-close shots of wrecked cars in junkyards. (Scranton Times, PA)
Big climb: Event again sets record for number of participants Oct 22, 2007
Tony and Buffy Clemente of Sierra Vista have competed in the Saguaro National Park Run the Army Ten-Miler and other races and took part in the Bisbee 1000 for the first time this year. Sometimes races can be business-like, Tony Clemente said. (Sierra Vista Herald, AZ)
Ariz. national parks doing more to appeal to Hispanics Sep 7, 2007
SAGUARO NATIONAL PARK _ Vlganme las vboras ... We want to make it more comfortable, and we also want to let them know that the park does have a rich Hispanic history, said Bob Love, chief ranger at Saguaro National Park ... Saguaro National Parks 620,000 visitors in 2006 represented a 25 percent decline from 1993. (AZCentral -- News)
Buffelgrass: Kill Or Be Killed Aug 31, 2007
And who will forget the Mother's Day Fire in the Saguaro National Park in 1994. If the Buffelgrass is not eradicated or controlled, that could happen again. (KOLD.com, AZ)
DUI checkpoints costly, catch few Aug 27, 2007
Pal Ham approached the DUI checkpoint on West Picture Rocks Road near Saguaro National Park West on Sept. 4, 2006. Before he got behind the wheel, he'd had a few beers three to be exact, he said. (FOX 11, AZ)
Saguaro National Park to begin spraying buffelgrass Aug 27, 2007
Saguaro National Park plans eradication efforts in both the Rincon Mountains and the Tucson Mountains ... Other jurisdictions plan their own efforts, according to a news release from Saguaro National Park. (AZCentral -- News)
Open house meetings planned regarding Saguaro National Park Aug 17, 2007
Saguaro National Park staff will host three open house public meetings on September 5 and 6 as a way of presenting information and discussing management alternatives ... We want this to be a relaxed atmosphere where people feel free to share their views and listen to the views of others, Saguaro National Park Superintendent Sarah Craighead said ... The following is a list of the three scheduled Saguaro National Park open house meetings. (FOX 11, AZ)
Annual meteor shower expected in mid-month Aug 7, 2007
A news release indicates good locations for viewing include the east end of Speedway Boulevard at Saguaro National Park East and the Tucson mountains west of the city. The University of Arizona s Flandrau Science Center plans to offer a special presentation of the Perseids and on meteor showers in general. (FOX 11, AZ)
Storm slams Tucson prompting several emergency calls Jul 24, 2007
About 1:30 p.m., a cluster of severe thunderstorms capable of producing penny-sized hail and damaging winds in excess of 60 mph were located about seven miles northeast of Saguaro National Park East and extended to Corona de Tucson, said Glenn Lader, a National Weather Service meteorologist. The storms, which could generate heavy rainfall, were moving west toward Tucson at 10 mph, Lader said. (FOX 11, AZ)
Main Tucson post office re-named after "Mo" Udall Jun 1, 2007
He has got a park named after him, a mold of his face inside the Saguaro National Park s visitor center and family ties at the University of Arizona. Now Tucson s Main Post Office bears the name Morris Udall. (FOX 11, AZ)
Staff, friends welcome Tumaccori Park chief Jun 1, 2007
Superintendents from the Saguaro National Park, Sarah Craighead, and Organ Pipe, Lee Baiza, were also there. Earlier, Carrico said Tumaccori s history and culture intrigue her. (Green Valley News & Sun, AZ)
Buffelgrass Warning May 5, 2007
Schewel said, "Here we have it on National forest Land. It's growing in Saguaro National Park. It's growing in the city of Tucson. It's growing in Pima County.". Just like this area at Kolb and Snyder under a fuel and fire advisory because of the amount of Buffelgrass close to houses in the area. (KOLD.com, AZ)
Bird-watching adds wings to state economy May 4, 2007
SAGUARO NATIONAL PARK - As Phil Craig flashes his binoculars toward two gray Cooper's hawks perched in a nearby tree, two tourists slide behind him for a clear view of the rare birds. "This is special. I've never seen these birds here," Craig tells the handful of people hiking near the Arizona-Sonora Desert Museum. (AZCentral -- Business)
Popular Arizona bird-watching sites May 4, 2007
Saguaro National Park. Desert washes that run through the park are home to many distinct birds. (AZCentral -- Business)
Arizona lawmakers pushing new ballot measure on state trust land Apr 22, 2007
The property listed in the proposed ballot measure includes acreage in or near such sensitive sites as Kartchner Caverns in Cochise County, Walnut Canyon National Memorial outside Flagstaff, Lake Pleasant Recreation Area in Maricopa County, Picacho Peak State Park in Pinal County and Saguaro National Park in Pima County. A second key provision would let trust land be used for road and utility rights of way either without payment for current uses or with appraised-value payment for new uses. (FOX 11, AZ)
Alternative Perspectives Mar 29, 2007
ASB Saguaro spent a week volunteering with the National Park Service in Saguaro National Park, outside of Tucson, Ariz. We spent the first half of the week helping a resource management crew take a Saguaro Cacti census and remove a patch of the invasive buffelgrass. (The Cavalier Daily, VA)
National park listening session planned for Tucson Mar 22, 2007
The National Park Service, which oversees 390 parks nation-wide, will be hosting a community listening session in collaboration with the Saguaro National Park. Casa Grande Ruins National Monument Superintendent Jason Lott, among other Arizona park officials, are expected to participate in this session. (FOX 11, AZ)
Top 10 romantic spas Jan 31, 2007
Setting: The secluded sand-colored resort in the Sonoran Desert borders Saguaro National Park and opens out to a cactus forest. Signature treatment: Cupping Therapy ($125), an ancient Chinese purification technique, uses glass suction cups to eliminate toxins, improve circulation, and relieve pain for full relaxation and de-stressing. (MSNBC -- Travel)
Babbitt seeking to preserve threatened parcel near park Jan 25, 2007
Former Interior Secretary Bruce Babbitt is diving into the effort to save a threatened 160-acre parcel that Saguaro National Park wants for expansion ... "I'd like to expand Saguaro National Park. I have a personal interest in the Las Cienegas Conservation Area," said Babbitt, a former Arizona governor who helped pass a law creating the conservation area in 2000, when he was secretary of the U.S. Department of the Interior. (FOX 11, AZ)
Reward offered for cactus thieves Jan 20, 2007
One occurred on private property near Tucson Mountain Park and the other at Saguaro National Park. Anyone with information about the incidents can call 88-CRIME.. (AZCentral -- News)
