The Arizona Madrone
The Arizona Madrone of the Southern Arizona Sky Island woodlands is related to the Mananita, Its bark, leaves and fruit differ somewhat.
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Pointleaf Manzanita of the Sky Islands
The Pointleaf Manzanita is very distinctive due to its red bark. Translated it means “Little Apple”. What the video and you will see why. Manzanita can be found near Windy Point on Mt.Lemmon and in the chaparral of the Huachucas. In this video produced by Mike Foster, Vincent Pinto, biologist, … Continue reading
Bat Migration and the Agave in the Huachucas
In this video, Mike Foster explains the migration of bats to the Huachuca Mountains in search of the nectar from the Century Plant. Mike Foster, San Pedro River Videos, is an ardent supporter of the Friends of the San Pedro River which serves to educate people about the value of … Continue reading
Coati of the San Pedro River
This video is an excellent portrayal of the elusive Coati and their habitat. Great footage with an environment pitch at the end.
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A visit to Carr Canyon might offer a glimpse of the Falls at the Carr Canyon Escarpment, a beautiful site when it rains. Mike Foster took this video of the Mushroom Lady in Carr Canyon which is teeming with a variety of mushrooms these days, given all the rain in … Continue reading
The Story of Mala Mujer
Mala Mujer is a herbaceous plant with stinging nettles, native to the Sonoran Desert. In this video, Mike Foster tells the folktale behind La Llorona, the Mala Mujer. Mike Foster is a freelance videographer, creating educational videos for San Pedro River Educational Videos, El Pinacate, and others. You can see … Continue reading
Snowstorm in the Huachucas 2015
Here’s a video to get you in the mood. If you thought that Arizona didn’t have Yuletide weather, then think again. Mike Foster relishes this weather and it shows in this video. Mike Foster spends weekends as a docent at the Carr House in support of the Friends of the … Continue reading
A Winter Walk in the Huachucas
This video, taken a couple of years ago, is for those of us who live in milder winter climates. Snow in the Huachucas brings out the chill and cheer of the season. Mike Foster spends weekends as a docent at the Carr House in support of the Friends of the … Continue reading
Fall Snow in the Huachucas
An early snowfall in the Huachuca Mountains of Southern Arizona. The Huachuca Mountains are known for their excellent birding watching and hiking; home to Carr, Ramsey and Garden Canyons. Mike Foster spends weekends as a docent at the Carr House in support of the Friends of the Huachuca Mountains. He is … Continue reading
Kitt Peak National Observatory Near Tucson
An introduction to the Kitt Peak National Optical Astronomy Observatory. Information about the science center and the telescopes as well as the Steward Mirror Lab.
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