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Southwest Nature, Wildlife &
Science Round-Up!
Welcome to the Southwest Blend Magazine’s Nature & Wildlife Department
covering Flora & Fauna, Birding & Wildlife Watching,
Parks & Natural Places, Astronomy & More!

IN THIS ISSUE: Featured Articles & Interviews Nature & Wildlife Radio Show – ‘Champagne Sundays,’ SouthwestBlend.com’s Online Radio recently featured a special ‘Nature & Wildlife’ radio show with special guests including Dale Anderson of Project Survival’s Cat Haven; Erica Tootle from Sequoia Riverlands Trust; Shelley Kibby from Idyllwild Park County Nature Center; Jon Sherman – Eco Musician; and Kristine Massey from the International Wildlife Museum in Tucson. Read More. A love story with wings, The Wild Parrots of Telegraph Hill by Mark Bittner is a fascinating look at a man's relationship with the birds he decides to study and protect. To read the review, click here.   Grunion Run! Join Birch Aquarium at Scripps Institution of Oceanography, UC San Diego, for a must-see ocean adventure. Until early June, you can observe the mysterious grunion spawn on the beaches of La Jolla. Read more.	Hot Links Articles, Reviews & Interviews Kid’s Activities, Games & Puzzles Lodging Guide Observatories, Planetariums & Science Centers Parks, Preserves & Public Lands Public & Botanical Gardens Rocks, Gems, Crystals & Mineral Shops & Services Zoos, Aquariums & Museums
	For Ed Keenan's Nature Article of the month, please click here. For more about Ed, author of Cow Chip Poetry, Lies, Lingo and Lore, please click here.
Artful Insects & Inspired Arachnids Art Exhibit – Tucson, AZ: From realistic renderings to artful fancy, this exhibit at Tohono Chul Park features a diversity of artworks by 23 artists from across the Southwest, helping us all to look a little closer and see the tiniest creatures in our world a little differently. Read more.
Nature Cruise to the Islas Los Coronados - Pirates & Rum Runners, Whales & Dolphins, Elephants Seals, Sea Birds, and More! Read about our incredible Nature Cruise experience with San Diego Harbor Excursion and listen to our interview with Captain Ben Griffith.  Read more..
Jon Sherman – Eco Musician & Flute Maker: Dedicating heart and breath in celebration and defense of California's endangered natural community and vanishing wilderness, eco-musician Jon Sherman expresses intent towards the balance and communion with the web of life.  We recently interviewed Jon about his music and albums, being a flute maker and his thoughts in regards to the environment. To read more about Jon and hear his interview – Click Here.
Memorial Weekend Wildflower & Art Show – Idyllwild, CA: Join the Idyllwild Nature Center, as they celebrate 30 years of their Wildflower extravaganza! This event runs from May 23-26 and features a meet and greet with the filmmakers of “Season of the Sand Blossoms,” Peter and Melanie Rhalter; native flower display; and Native Plant and Book sale; art exhibits; guest speakers; naturalist-led walks; kids activities, live music and more. Read more.
Sequoia Riverlands Trust – Visalia, CA: This non-profit, community-based land trust is committed to conserving the natural and agricultural legacy of the southern Sierra Nevada and San Joaquin Valley in California. We recently interviewed Erica Tootle about this beautiful region, the organization, and its conservation efforts. To read more or listen to the interview – Click Here.
Project Survival’s Cat Haven – Dunlap, CA: Located just west of King's Canyon National Park, Cat Haven is an innovative park dedicated to the preservation of wild cats. The park also offers guided tours of some of the rarest cats in the world. We recently interviewed Dale Anderson, Founder & Director of Project Survival’s Cat Haven. Read more and listen to his interview – Click Here.
Fiestas, Art Exhibits & Cuisine Examine the Relationship between Plants & People – Tucson: Tohono Chul Park will hold three events beginning in April that focus on ethnobotany. Recently selected as one of the ten great botanical gardens in the world, the Park will examine the relationship between plants and people with the art exhibit ‘Ethnobotany: the Nature & Culture of Plants’ followed by a sampler of food from Sonoran Desert plants, and a Cinco de Mayo fiesta, tequila tasting and fundraiser. Read more.
In Search of The Uncommon —Finding a Rarity: Spring birding is always special—a special season, special places and special birds. Southeast Arizona fits all of those specials in a special way. Ed Keenan shares his birding experiences in Santa Cruz Valley. Read more.
Adventures Begin in Silver City, New Mexico - Hiking in the Gila National Forest – Jackie Blurton takes us on a Hiking Adventure that starts in Silver City, a beautiful outdoor and nature destination in Southeast New Mexico.
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