Important information about what to wear for safe hot desert birding in summer. News about completion of Phase 3 of the purchase of Sopori Creek Ranch, part of a long-term plan that will provide perpetual protection of wildlife migration corridors in Southern Arizona. News about an ongoing marsh and water bird survey underway in the White Mountains. Bird of the week: Black-chinned Sparrow. Birding Hotspot: San Rafael Grasslands, headwaters of the Santa Cruz River. Friend of Wildlife agency: Arizona Department of Forestry and Fire Management. Calendar of bird-friendly events coming up in days and weeks ahead in Arizona.
