SOUTHERN ARIZONA’S EXTRAORDINARY HISTORY
From Wyatt Earp and Doc Holliday to the Apache Indian Raids, listen to Jim Gressinger’s Big Blend Radio segment, where he shares true stories of Southern
SOUTHERN ARIZONA ARTICLES & INTERVIEWS
Check out our Southern Arizona archive list of articles, radio interviews and videos that were featured in Big Blend Radio & TV Magazine and Spirit of Am
IMPERIAL NATIONAL WILDLIFE REFUGE
A Desert Oasis of Wetlands, Wildlife and Winged Wonders
By Lisa D. Smith
Nestled in the southwest corner of Arizona, encompassing vast stretches of desert, along wi
YUMA EAST WETLANDS
Located within the Yuma Crossing National Heritage Area, in Yuma, Arizona, the East Wetlands features a 3-mile loop that circles around a lush riparian area, as well as an unpaved Â
HIGH IN DESERT SKIES
Gravity Grovels & the Birds Lose Their Jobs to the Homo-Avis
By William Kalt III
While jet aircraft thunder across Arizona skies today, just over a century ago daring “bird
HIGH FIVE TO YUMA, ARIZONA
The City That Celebrates Its Parks & The Arts!
Compiled by Lisa D. Smith & Nancy J. Reid
The ‘Gateway to the Great Southwest’ welcomes you to step back into ol
HOLLYWOOD HISTORY OF YUMA, ARIZONA
The true Southwest awaits you in Yuma, Arizona. Come immerse yourself in their rich culture and heritage, rooted in centuries of history. Soak in their blue ski
COLORADO RIVER STATE HISTORIC PARK
Explore Yuma, Arizona’s Rich River, Military & Engineering History in the Backdrop of the Old Quartermaster’s Depot
Compiled by Lisa D. Smith & Na
16 Must-Visit Parks & Trails, Historic Sites & Side Trips on the Arizona & San Diego Portion of the Juan Bautista de Anza National Historic Trail
Compiled by Lisa D. Smith & Nancy J. R
Tubac to Tucson Â
Established in 1752 as a Spanish Presidio, Tubac is a vibrant and historic art village that features an eclectic collection of galleries, boutique shops, restaurants and bars, and u
Tucson to Casa Grande
Sprawled across the high desert valley and surrounded by four mountain ranges, Tucson is the second largest city in Arizona. Known as ‘The Old Pueblo’, the area is known for
Gila Bend to Yuma
Named for the big bend in the Gila River, this popular resting spot for travelers sits at a crossroads with Phoenix to the Northeast, Tucson in the East, San Diego to the West, and
