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Construction of Northern Corridor Highway Threatens to Decimate Iconic Mojave Desert Tortoises

December 9, 2020 by Tom Bennett Leave a Comment

The desert possesses a special beauty. In these harsh environs, life must fight to persevere, and the desert deserves special protection. In 1995, 4,500 acres in Washington County were set apart as the Red Cliffs National Conservation Area. To the north is Pine Mountain and Dixie National Forest. Surrounding the area are the communities of Ivins, Saint George, Washington, and … [Read more...]

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