| Regular Features | |
| 17 | Publisher's Letter: The Desert Reviewed / By Milton W. Jones |
| 19 | Comment: Psl Readers Give Kudos And Corrections |
| 22 | Sandscript: A Heavenly Indictment / By Bob Vivian |
| 24 | Psl Informant: Things To Come And Things That Were |
| 26 | Closeups: Desert Dwellers And What They Do |
| 48 | Cosmetique: Summer Beauty Tips / By Maggi Miller |
| 49 | Fashion: Going Western / By Maggi Miller |
| 57 | Palm Springs Life's Guide: The Summer Scene Is Still Busy |
| 105 | Astrological Forecast: A Guide To July / By Jean Farman |
| 106 | Books & Authors: Dr. Pritikin Gives Weighty Advice / By Roy Newquist |
| 109 | Tax Talk: A Look Inside The Irs / By Howard Gordon |
| 111 | Stocks: Today's Best Bets / By Justin & Robert Mamis |
| 113 | Gallery Scene: Something New On The Art Scene |
| 115 | Around Town: Tennis Stars And Celebrities At The Franciscus Classic / By Rosemary Cox |
| Special Interest | |
| 31 | The Land Plan: Not Everyone Agrees On The Best / By Peter Aleshire |
| 33 | Deep Canyon: Learning More About The Desert / By Peter Aleshire |
| 37 | The Scenic Sea: A Many-splendored Thing / By Sharon Apfelbaum |
| 40 | The Sand People: People Who Love The Desert / By Peter Aleshire |
| 47 | Birds Of A Feather: Strange Birds These Audubon Folks / By Margo Fox |
ABOUT THE COVER: The desert's subtle beauty is enhanced by the delicate blossoms of the hedgehog cacti. Photo by Dick Service.