For centuries, hundreds of millions of people have relied on desert wetlands that are now disappearing. Can blending ancient ...

It’s also a big deal for conservation: the new land helps protect vital Sonoran Desert habitat, where desert tortoises roam, mountain lions prowl, and towering saguaro cacti—some reaching 60 ...

The addition will strengthen wildlife corridors, preserve Sonoran desert habitat and expand recreational access. The Trust for Public Land, an organization with a mission to create quality parks ...