Outdoors
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Soothing soaks: Hot springs within 5 hours of Phoenix
As temperatures drop and the hustle and bustle continues to rise, consider a soothing soak in one of these hot springs near Phoenix.
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Why apple picking in Sedona is the perfect fall afternoon
Here’s how to spend a lovely fall day apple picking in Sedona’s Slide Rock Park.
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What is foraging? Not just a fairy tale fantasy. How to get started in Arizona
Modern foraging blends sustainability and a little bit of adventure. Here’s how and where to find edible plants in Arizona.
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10 Phoenix farms & fall fests offering pumpkins, hayrides & more
The days are shorter and the wind is crisper. This can only mean one thing: It’s time to welcome the fall in Phoenix with hayrides, pumpkin patches, and more.
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The best senior discounts in Tucson, from fitness to food
From fitness classes to entertainment and restaurants, these senior discounts in Tucson offer a little something for everyone to enjoy.
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Your guide to birdwatching in Arizona this fall & winter
With an ecologically diverse habitat that over 500 species of birds call home, Arizona is a perfect place for birdwatching in cooler weather.
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Fall hiking and biking trails you don’t want to miss in Coconino County
Start your fall foliage hiking and biking with this list of Coconino County’s best trails.
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2025 Oktoberfest festivals & events across Arizona
From brats and German beer to costume contests and stein-holding competitions, these 2025 Oktoberfest events in Arizona have it all and will transport you to Munich.
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Rainwater harvesting grows in the Southwest to nourish thirsty gardens in a hotter world
In the Southwest and beyond, home gardeners and landscapers are increasingly using collected rainwater to nourish their gardens amid worsening drought and rising temperatures.
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Too hot for rattlesnakes? Reptiles, cactuses struggle in Arizona’s extreme heat
From elusive jaguars to saguaro cactus, the changing climate is taking its toll on some of Arizona’s most iconic species, even those who have adapted to the desert heat over thousands of years.
