Uncover the fascinating world of Yuma, Arizona - the winter salad bowl of America! Join an engaging, knowledgeable guide for an immersive journey through the heart of the region that supplies 90% of the nation's leafy green lettuce during the winter months. You'll learn about the history beginning with Spanish explorers, the wild west, Indians, Mexicans, Pioneers, Criminals, ghost towns, mining, and 4WD on the Butterfield Stagecoach Route. This unique tour offers a close-up look at one of the country's most impressive agricultural hubs and the people who make it happen.Yuma agriculture makes up one third of Arizona's farming economy, 3.2 billion dollars worth. You'll learn everything to make your trip a winner, including how to experience nearby Mexico. You'll be amazed at the beauty of the desert, it's geology, and the desert oasis known as Mittry Lake. You might even see desert Bighorn Sheep. You'll learn so much, you'll make a great tour guide for that return trip.