The Last Stand of the "Grandmothers": A Battle over Borders and Biodiversity The recent occupation of a 200 year old cottonwood tree at the US Mexico border has brought national attention to the devastating impact of border wall construction on the environment.
Federal contractors continue building a double layered barrier, prompting protesters to make a last ditch effort to save this ancient tree and its ecosystem.
The San Rafael valley in south east Arizona was once an idyllic prairie home to bears, porcupines, and other wildlife. Its unique geology and high elevation make it one of the most biodiverse regions in the country.