by Louie Dombroski, Paton Center Birder-in-Residence One of the tallest trees growing just over the fence behind the hummingbird viewing pavilion at the Paton Center for Hummingbirds is a Siberian Elm that has been a hub of activity the last […]
The News
Excerpt from the NY Times article – “8 Things to Do in the Southwest This Fall” written by Elaine Gusac – Oct. 3, 2021 Taste desert wines Arizona is likely not the first state that comes to mind when you […]
Rune Wines Makes the NY Times!
The Paton Center experienced its first freezing temperatures with a reading of 28 degrees on the morning of October 13. As a result, what many long-time Southeast Arizona residents are calling the Best. Butterfly. Season. Ever! may be slowing down […]
From the Paton Center for Hummingbirds
Reprinted from “Animal Attraction: Vineyard bottles Wine of the Wild to benefit Reid Park Zoo” written by Matt Russell for the Tucson Weekly. Have you heard the one about the African elephant, squirrel monkey, giraffe, flamingo, white rhino, and anteater […]
Kudos to Rancho Rossa Vineyards
Made famous by Robin Raven of USA Today in her article: 30 of the most adorable dogs you can meet at wineries. “Rancho Rossa Vineyards is the perfect place for a winery dog. Their brand label, Rescued Hearts Cellars, is unique […]
Meet Little Arthur Jackson – Winery Dog
Craft beer and good eats are a family affair at Copper Brothel Brewery in Sonoita! Family owned and female brewed, you can find unique beers (Orange blossom saison, anyone?) and scratch pub fair at Copper Brothel. Stop for a […]
Copper Brothel Brewery
The next generation of monarch butterflies is emerging at the Paton Center! And they need our help. Without milkweeds throughout their spring and summer breeding areas in North America, monarchs would not be able to produce the successive generations that […]
Learn How to Help the Monarchs
It’s Member Monday! Every Monday we feature a member of the Sky Islands Tourism Association. These are the small businesses and non-profits that make our Sky Islands communities of Patagonia, Sonoita, and Elgin an incredible place to visit! Local potter […]
Shooting Star Pottery
It’s Member Monday! Every Monday we feature a member of the Sky Islands Tourism Association. These are the small businesses and non-profits that make our Sky Islands communities of Patagonia, Sonoita, and Elgin an incredible place to visit! You may […]
Pronghorn Pizza
After a year of waiting and hoping we are thrilled to announce that the Benderly – Kendall Opera House will be opening its doors this fall. Stay tuned! More information to follow soon.
The Benderly – Kendall Gates Are Opening Soon
Written by Louie Dombroski, Tucson Audubon’s Paton Center for Hummingbirds Birder-in-Residence. Migration has subsided at the Paton Center for Hummingbirds, and now baby birds of resident species such as Abert’s Towhees and Song Sparrows have left their nests and are […]
Latest from The Paton Center in Patagonia
Construction has been completed this spring on Phase 2 of the Train Track Trail (TTT) that now connects the town of Patagonia with the Arizona National Scenic Trail (AZT) at Casa Blanca Canyon. The TTT was originally envisioned by Betsy […]
New Route Connects Patagonia to the AZ Trail
A tale of a day trip told by Cindy Barks. Reprinted by permission of the fine folks at TravelAwaits.com. Equal parts outdoor hotspot and artsy Western outpost, Patagonia, Arizona, packs an improbable number of fun attractions into its community of […]
How To Spend A Day In Quirky Patagonia
Reprinted by permission of the Tucson Audubon Society With temperatures still often dipping into the 20’s just before sunrise at the Paton Center, it’s encouraging to see a few signs of spring. The Curve-billed Thrasher has replaced its whisper song […]
Signs of Spring at the Paton Center
Spring Seeker – Be a Spring Seeker and carry our simple survey form on your smartphone when you’re hiking. If you find water, complete the survey to easily alert Sky Island Alliance about the spring’s condition and guide where we work to protect […]
Sky Island Alliance – Opportunities to Help
Did you know that the Borderlands Wildlife Preserve has two amazing trails to explore?! The Smith Canyon Loop (2.29-mile loop) and Cross Corridor Trail (4.12 mile out and back). Both trails are rated easy to moderate and with the weather […]
News from Borderlands Wildlife Preserve
A huge round of thanks goes to the Community Foundation for Southern Arizona for the grant provided to the Sky Islands Tourism Association by the South32 Hermosa Community Fund. The funds will be used over the coming year to keep […]
Sending Our Thanks for Their Generosity
Reprinted with his permission For another safe way to explore Arizona beauty, consider a scenic drive. We’ve got some special gems in this state. All officially designated scenic and historic highways are featured in my next book but that won’t […]
Roger Naylor: A Trip To The Sky Islands
Reprinted by permission of Dressed in multi-pocketed beige vests and big hats, a group of elderly tourists gathered on a recent bright spring day at the edge of the Patagonia-Sonoita Creek Preserve in southern Arizona. Behind them, a dry-erase board […]
Flash Forward to 21st Century Patagonia
Fascinating work opportunities at Borderlands Restoration Network await those who are interested in supporting Mother Earth. Here are just a few of the new faces they have welcomed this summer: Gianna Martin and Arriana Ochoa, local Patagonians are working at […]