In Arizona’s Sonoran Desert, good intentions are
responsible for the introduction of exotic buffelgrass – but
all the good intentions in the world may not be enough to save the
desert now that this invasive and fire-prone plant is
spreading
Magazine
August 20, 2007
In Arizona’s Sonoran Desert, good intentions are responsible for the introduction of exotic buffelgrass – but all the good intentions in the world may not be enough to save the desert now that this invasive and fire-prone plant is spreading.
Feature
Sidebar
Botanist Sue Rutman has had surprising success just
yanking up buffelgrass, but herbicides remain the first line of
defense
Editor's Note
Recent Western fires have cleared the stage for the
rampant growth of highly flammable exotic plants such as cheatgrass
and the buffelgrass now invading the Sonoran Desert
Uncommon Westerners
Gary Bates creates mammoth metal sculptures out of
discarded junk and sets them outside to turn and spin in the
wind
Essays
In Big Horn, Wyo., in the shadow of the Big Horn
Mountains, Westerners have been playing polo for more than a
century
Writers on the Range
Bryce Andrews decides he must kill a wolf to maintain a
tenuous balance in Montana
Heard Around the West
Disguising cellphone towers as palm trees; winery
etiquette; driving drunk and outspoken in New Mexico; Idiots with
guns; fat fish; stupid attorney tricks
Dear Friends
Recent visitors to Paonia include bikers, big dogs, and
two Brits who are walking across the country
News
Western farmers band together to form the “OPEC of
Potatoes” – a farmers’ cooperative called the
United Potato Growers of America
Scientists working in the relatively new field of urban
ecology study cities like Phoenix, seeking to gain knowledge that
will help all cities as the West gets warmer
New technologies may soon be able to tap the power in
Western waves and tides to generate electricity, but critics are
already worried about the impacts
Two Weeks in the West
Coal-fired power plants don’t get no respect;
nuclear is nudging its way in; resort real estate is hot as
plutonium
Letters
Featured stories
-
CARDIGAN WELSH CORGIS 10 adorable, healthy puppies for sale. 4 males and 6 females. DM and PRA clear. Excellent pedigree from champion lineage. One Red Brindle male. The...
-
A CHILDREN'S BOOK FOR THE CLIMATE CRISIS!! "Goodnight Fossil Fuels!" is a an engaging, beautiful, factual and somewhat silly picture book by a climate scientist and a climate artist, both based in...
-
DIGITAL ADVOCACY & MEMBERSHIP MANAGER 
The Digital Advocacy & Membership Manager will be responsible for creating and delivering compelling, engaging digital content to Guardians members, email activists, and social media...
-
DIGITAL OUTREACH COORDINATOR, ARIZONA Job Title: Digital Outreach Coordinator, Arizona Position Location: Phoenix or Tucson, AZ Status: Salaried Job ID Number: 52198 We are looking for you! We are...
-
DESCHUTES LAND TRUST VOLUNTEER PROGRAM MANAGER The Deschutes Land Trust is seeking an experienced Volunteer Program Manager to join its dedicated team! Deschutes Land Trust conserves and cares for the lands...
-
ASSOCIATE DIRECTOR OF DEVELOPMENT The Nature Conservancy in Wyoming seeks an experienced fundraiser to join our team. We're looking for a great communicator who is passionate about conservation and...
-
INDIAN COUNTRY FELLOWSHIP Western Leaders Network is accepting applications for its paid, part-time, 6-month fellowship. Mentorship, training, and engaging tribal leaders in advancing conservation initiatives and climate policy....
-
MULESHOE RANCH PRESERVE MANAGER The Muleshoe Ranch Preserve Manager develops, manages, and advances conservation programs, plans and methods for large-scale geographic areas. The Muleshoe Ranch Cooperative Management Area (MRCMA)...
-
ARTEMIS PROGRAM MANAGER Founded in 1936, the National Wildlife Federation (NWF or Federation) is America's largest and most trusted grassroots conservation organization with 52 state/territorial affiliates and more...
-
ASSISTANT OR ASSOCIATE PROFESSOR OF ENVIRONMENTAL HUMANITIES Assistant or Associate Professor of Environmental Humanities Whitman College The Environmental Humanities Program at Whitman College seeks candidates for a tenure-track position beginning August 2023...
-
ANNUAL FUND MANAGER Working closely with the Foundation's leadership, the Annual Fund Manager is responsible for the oversight and management of the Foundation's annual operating fund. This is...
-
DATABASE ADMINISTRATOR Looking for someone who loves public land and understands the value and importance of data in reaching shared goals as part of a high-functioning team....
-
EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR High Country Conservation Advocates (HCCA) in Crested Butte, CO is seeking an enthusiastic Executive Director who is passionate about the public lands, natural waters and...
-
ASSOCIATE DIRECTOR OF VOLUNTEER PROGRAMS
Are you passionate about connecting people to the outdoors? The Pacific Crest Trail Association (PCTA) is looking for someone with volunteer management experience to join...
-
EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR The conservation non-profit Invasive Species Action Network seeks an executive director. We are focused on preventing the human-caused spread of invasive species by promoting voluntary...
-
NEW BOOK: A FEAST OF ECSTATIC VERSE AND IMAGERY
Dynamic fine art photographer offers use of images to raise funds. Available for use by conservation groups. Contact at www.anecstaticgathering.com.
-
WANTED: TALENTED WRITER
Write the introduction to A Feast of Ecstatic Verse and Imagery, a book concerning nature and spirituality. Contact at www.anecstaticgathering.com. Writer who works for conservation/nature...
-
MT STATE DIRECTOR- THE WILDERNESS SOCIETY The Montana State Director is a member of The Wilderness Society's (TWS) Conservation program team who plays a leading role in advancing the organization's mission...
-
HIGH COUNTRY NEWS EDITORIAL INTERNS High Country News, an award-winning magazine covering the communities and environment of the Western United States, is looking for its next cohort of editorial interns....
-
THE MAGICAL UNIVERSE OF THE ANCIENTS: A DESERT JOURNAL Bears Ears, Chaco Canyon, and other adventures in the Four Corners area. 60 photos and lively journals. Purchase hc $35 or pb $25 from bigwoodbooks.com...
