Need rain so we can see WILDFLOWERS!
Ironwood buds.
Wolfberry (Arizona Desert Thorn).
Sunflowers near Arlington.
Diverse wildlife and plants are found throughout the Western Desert. Rainfall,
has been short for two decades so keep your fingers crossed in the fall and winter
so you can see wildflowers. Tinny Arizona Popcorn Flower is blooming and many more
will take turns blooming soon!
The attached set of wildflower photographs can
be found at the very accessible, north side of Saddle Mountain; or the south side
of Belmont Mountain; and the east side of Harquahala Peak.
All have areas that
are easy to reach but high clearance vehicles and hiking shoes are always a good
idea.
Another beautiful wildflower area is Vulture Peak which has a scenic drive and nice
hiking areas. Easy to reach northeast of Tonopah or southwest of Wickenburg.
Rare ‘crested’ Saguaro & blooming Brittlebush.
MESQUITE WILDLIFE OASIS outdoor classroom continues helping students get to know
the Sonoran Desert…Field classes are directly tied to school curriculum. Get details
on Mesquite Oasis here.
