Cottonwoods are the largest trees in Arizona. This video, explaining the cottonwood at length is part of an educational series, by the Friends of the San Pedro River. With the building of the border wall and recent legislation, the future of the San Pedro and these trees is in question, … Continue reading
San Pedro River Videos are important to keeping the history and culture of the Sonoran Desert alive. Mike Foster seeks to preserve the memory of endangered cultures and the environment. The Friends of the San Pedro River work tirelessly to preserve this historical and environmental treasure. Please support them by … Continue reading
William C. Greene was born in Wisconsin in 1852 (or maybe 53). Greene spent his most productive years in Sonora, Mexico. However, we can reasonably conclude that, between 1890 and 1910, he was one of the richest and most influential men in Cochise County, Arizona Territory. Most folks referred to … Continue reading
In this video, Mike Foster goes in-depth about the beaver’s hopeful return to the San Pedro River. With the return of the monsoon rains, now might be a good time to visit the San Pedro Riparian Area. Mike Foster, San Pedro River Videos, documents the San Pedro River, the Riparian … Continue reading
The bird walks are not currently being hosted by the Friends of the San Pedro River on Sundays at the Environmental Operations Park in Sierra Vista. But you can go on your own. It is an interesting, educational walk. As we lose the natural habitat provided by the San Pedro … Continue reading
I love the San Pedro River and its environment. This is a long but wonderful video describing the plants that currently inhabit this unique place in Arizona. If you are interested in plants or the natural environment, you will enjoy this video. Thanks to Mike Foster, San Pedro River Videos, … Continue reading
This video is an excellent portrayal of the elusive Coati and their habitat. Great footage with an environment pitch at the end.
Continue readingHere is a video from Mike Foster’s collection showing off the fall colors of the Huachucas. Trails are open. If you decide to travel to the top of Carr Canyon, a high clearance vehicle is highly recommended. Ramsey Canyon, Brown Canyon, and Gardner Canyon are other choices offering different experiences. … Continue reading
For all you bird watchers out there, spotting the Western Yellow-billed Cuckoo is a real treat. This species is threatened in Arizona, endangered in California and disappearing in other parts of North America. In this lecture, a biologist from the Southern Sierra Research Station goes into great depth about this … Continue reading
Watch this inspiring video from 2014, describing over 50 desert plants that inhabit the region around the San Pedro River and the borderland hills. Mimi Kamp talks about edible and medicinal plants as well as Desert Tobacco and its use. Did you ever wonder what a live Devil’s Claw looks … Continue reading
