HPS 31344 NATURAL HISTORY OF THE SOUTHWEST

A non-laboratory study of Arizona and the southwest region of the United States. An overview of the flora, fauna, geology, climate, history and people that make this region of the country so unique. Fire ecology and water along with drought issues are also discussed in this course. Myths, legends and folklore are a major part of this country and will be intertwined, as appropriate, with the scientific course topics.