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LVAMY May 25th, 2011 09:23 PM

Biosphere 2 Center
 
Has anyone here visited the biosphere outside of Tuscon, didn't see any mention of it anywhere? If so is it worth a side trip on our way to spend 3 nights in Phoenix?
Thanks

LSky May 26th, 2011 06:15 AM

I asked my husband, he went and he said, "it was interesting but it was a lot of money for research that could have been obtained for a lot less money."

Basically he thought it was "okay" You can't get in because, of course, it's a sealed enviroment and you spend your time there on the outside looking in. (from mr lsky)

If your driving north of Phoenix, maybe you would like to stop at Arcosanti. I just happened to be looking at the website this morning. We passed an enjoyable morning there. http://www.arcosanti.org

happytrailstoyou May 26th, 2011 08:45 AM

We thought Biosphere 2 was pretty much a waste of time and money.

However, there are three really great things to do in Tucson: Drive up Mt. Lemmon, hike or take the tram tour in Sabino Canyon, and visit the Desert Museum (most of which is outdoors).

http://www.takemytrip.com/desert/54a.htm
http://www.sabinocanyon.com/
http://www.desertmuseum.org/


HTTY

LSky May 26th, 2011 02:10 PM

HTTY, you're certainly right about recommending those things :) Plus, the art museum at the University is small but very interesting.

I love visiting Tucson.

happytrailstoyou May 26th, 2011 02:23 PM

Thanks, LSky. We love visiting Tucson, too.


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