Times Spent Outdoors: Priceless!
Times Spent Outdoors: Priceless!
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The Yarnell Hill Memorial Site Board's next meeting will be on Friday, Feb. 27, 2015 at 3 p.m. It will be held at the Yavapai County Administrative Services Building at 1015 Fair Street in Prescott. The public is invited and the agenda for this meeting will be posted at the new Web site for the Memorial Fund: http://Yarnellhillmemorialfund.org. The Yarnell Hill Memorial Site Board has now launched the Web site that is able to receive online donations. The site also contains information about... Full story
Many hikes and events are offered throughout the remaining days of February at Lost Dutchman State Park. Bring your family to hike or enjoy a picnic for the day and enjoy the like-fall temperatures in Apache Junction. Wednesday, Feb. 18: History, Legends and Lore Hike, 9 a.m. Following the Treasure Loop Trail, Volunteer hiking leader Jim will discuss the history of the Superstitions, along with legends and lore of the gold. This 2.5 mile round trip with an elevation change of approx. 520' is a... Full story
On the 40th anniversary of the enactment of the Grand Canyon Enlargement Act, four outdoor recreation and conservation groups presented 78-year-old Jeff Ingram of Tucson, Ariz., with a lifetime achievement award. The award, with a cash value of $4,000, was presented to Ingram by the Coalition of American Canyoneers, Living Rivers, Grand Canyon Hikers and Backpackers Association, and River Runners for Wilderness, in recognition of his efforts to preserve one of America's natural wonders. First... Full story
Grand Canyon National Park began replacing a portion of the Trans-Canyon Pipeline at Phantom Ranch beginning in late January. Ortega Plumbing and Heating of Albuquerque, NM has been awarded a contract for replacement of this section of the pipeline. The project area will replace up to a half mile section of the Trans-Canyon Pipeline (TCP) including pipeline from the lower Campground Bridge north to the Phantom Ranch Cantina and a short section around the NPS mule corral. Construction crews,... Full story
KINGMAN, Ariz. - The Bureau of Land Management (BLM) Kingman Field Office, in cooperation with the Arizona Game and Fish Department, will conduct two prescribed burns. The burns will take place in the Hualapai Mountains southeast of Kingman. Weather permitting, burning may begin as early as February 17, 2015, and is expected to be complete within three to five days after ignition. The purpose of the burns is to treat approximately 2,500 acres of dense chaparral brush to improve mule deer... Full story
(Phoenix, Arizona - February 13, 2015) - The Arizona State Parks department is already fielding calls about the possible flower bloom this year and are making plans for the droves of visitors those flowers might bring. To help the public track the evolution of the delicate fields of blooming poppies, the rangers take pictures and post them on the Arizona State Parks website at http://AZStateParks.com/RangerCam2015. Executive Director Sue Black said, "Our rangers and volunteers take pictures as... Full story
(Phoenix, AZ - February 6, 2015) - The Yarnell Hill Memorial Site Board's next meeting will be on Friday, February 27, 2015 at 3 p.m. It will be held at the Yavapai County Administrative Services Building at 1015 Fair Street in Prescott. The public is invited and the agenda for this meeting will be posted at the new website for the Memorial Fund: http://Yarnellhillmemorialfund.org. The Yarnell Hill Memorial Site Board has now launched the website that is able to receive online donations. The... Full story
(Phoenix Arizona - January 30, 2015) - Many hikes and events are offered throughout the month of February 2015 at Lost Dutchman State Park. Bring your family to hike or enjoy a picnic for the day and enjoy the fall temperatures in Apache Junction. Wednesday, February 4: Medicinal Plants of the Sonoran Desert, 9 a.m. This approximate 2.5-mile and two-hour round trip hike with ranger Erica will introduce medicinal plants of the Sonoran Desert. Tea made from creosote bush to ease arthritis, nuts... Full story
WHAT: Arizona State Parks is Outdoor Recreation Headquarters during the big week. Stop by and pick up information for your family or friends about hiking, biking and sightseeing. WHEN: Now until Sunday, February 1, 2015 WHERE: Arizona State Parks "Outdoor Recreation Headquarters" is in downtown Phoenix at 1300 W. Washington St., Phoenix, AZ 85007, call us at (602) 542-4174 or visit AZStateParks.com/outdoorHQ. WHY: Arizona State Parks' offices at 1300 W. Washington St. in Phoenix are your... Full story
Events Scheduled throughout Arizona In March (Phoenix, AZ - February 19, 2015) - For the entire month of March 2015, the State Historic Preservation Office (SHPO)/Arizona State Parks (ASP) is coordinating activities throughout the state for the 33rd annual celebration of Arizona Archaeology and Heritage Awareness Month (AAHAM). These events will focus on current efforts to preserve our past by protecting our fragile and non-renewable cultural resources. AAHAM combines education with... Full story
If you have a sense of curiosity about those twinkling lights in the night sky, come to Catalina State Park for the next Star Party. As news evolves everyday from the many probes into our universe, everyone seems to be more fascinated about night skies including details like the rings around Saturn and tracking down glittering galaxies. A galaxy can be only 2½ million light-years away and you can see it with the naked eye. Now imagine what you can see with the 10 big telescopes that... Full story
Join the Buffalo Soldiers, as they provide living history presentations at Fort Verde State Historic Park on Saturday, Feb.14, from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Bring your special someone or all of your loved ones to Fort Verde State Historic Park and learn about history with the Buffalo Soldiers. There will also be flag raising and lowering ceremonies, and presentations about the history of the Buffalo Soldiers. Dressed In Period Replica Uniforms At Fort Verde, the Buffalo Soldiers will be dressed in... Full story
Kartchner Caverns State Park will hold the annual "Cave Fest" event on Saturday and Sunday, Feb. 14 and 15, 2015 from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. The park will have hour-by-hour activities and displays and the cave will be open for tours but should be reserved in advance. Displays Galore Some of the activities and displays will include live animal displays, children's activities and crafts, mining history display, caving equipment display, plus a Speleothem cave formation display. Tour Prices The park... Full story
Oracle State Park, Center for Environmental Education, is open on weekends in 2015 and will present events throughout the winter including a Stargazing Event to celebrate the Park recognition as a "Dark Sky Park," guided hikes, walks and is open to tours of the Kannally Ranch House. See the schedule below. On weekdays, the park has school programs by reservation by calling (520) 896-2425 and on weekends is open for hiking, offers tours of the Kannally Ranch House and holds events. Group... Full story
One of our favorite things to do is take day drives in Arizona. Recently we decided to head east for a change, since every road we take off the highway going north seems to be closed to shooting. We wanted to do a little target practice, so we headed down Highway 60 toward Superior. At first we tried Mineral Mountain Road which goes south off 60 just a few miles past Florence Junction, but that road also had "No Shooting" signs. This time, for State Trust Land. According to my map, it changes to... Full story
At the New Year, it is customary to reflect and aspire to do better in the coming year, often through the traditions of New Year's resolutions. In 2015, Sedona welcomes those who resolve to travel more, offering its vast red rock landscape as the backdrop to next year's memories. Before planning the next trip to this desert oasis, the city offers the top five secret sights to see while adventuring in the city. Here, then, are the city's top five (in ascending order) hidden treasures to create... Full story
Tonto National Forest joins other federal agencies in offering fee-free days on public lands in 2015, beginning Jan. 19 in conjunction with Martin Luther King Jr. Day. The 2015 fee-free days honored by national forests are the following: • Jan. 19 - Martin Luther King, Jr Day • Feb. 16 - President's Day • June 13 - National Get Outdoors Day • Sept. 26 - National Public Lands Day • Nov. 8-11- In honor of Veterans Day Encouraging use of public lands supports the goals of America's Great Outdoors,... Full story
FLAGSTAFF, Ariz. - Coconino County Public Works crews cleared a previously closed seven-mile stretch of Lake Mary Road southeast of Flagstaff and the roadway has fully reopened. County snowplows were deployed throughout the County to aid in keeping major roadways open and passible during the New Year's snow storm that dumped between 2 to 18 inches of snow on the region by Thursday. Because of the snowfall, Lake Mary Road, which is also known as Forest Highway 3 (FH3), was closed at the north... Full story
(Phoenix, AZ - January 14, 2015) - Arizona State Parks is offering funding from the federal Recreational Trails Program for non-motorized trail projects. Project sponsors must complete an application package and submit it to State Parks by the deadline on Friday, February 27, 2015 at 5 p.m. A workshop to assist interested project sponsors will be held at the Arizona State Parks Board Room, 1300 W. Washington St, Phoenix, on Tuesday, January 27, 2015 at 11 a.m. Project sponsors are strongly... Full story
The following facilities are closed or operating on a reduced schedule. Wahweap • Lake Powell Resort – open • Rainbow Room restaurant and Wahweap grille – closed • Latitude 37 – closed • Driftwood Lounge – open 4 p.m. - 9 p.m. for dinner only • Canyon Coffee – open 7 a.m. - 4 p.m. • RV park, campground, campground store – open – check-in at store 8 a.m. - 5 p.m. • Lake Powell gift shop – open 8 a.m. - 5 p.m. • Lake Powell Sports – closed • Marina Store – open 9 a.m. - 4 p.m. • Boat Rental re... Full story
The proposed increase would change from $25 to $30 for a single vehicle for a seven day pass. The park's annual pass would increase from $50 to $60. The current rate of $12 per individual or motorcycle would increase to $15 per individual and $25 for a motorcycle. The additional revenue from the fee increase will be used to enhance visitor services, including repair and maintenance of park facilities, restoration and rehabilitation of visitor service buildings, additional park programs and... Full story
Your oasis awaits you! Just a short drive from downtown Phoenix, Pleasant Harbor, located on the southeast shores of Lake Pleasant, is the premiere destination for those seeking year-round fun. Open daily to the public, Pleasant Harbor affords amazing views of Lake Pleasant and a full array of lakeside activities. Pleasant Harbor Marina includes boat and Jet Ski rental, a daily passenger cruise, slip rentals, boat repair and storage, kayak and paddle boards, sailing, as well as fishing guides.... Full story
The North Rim of Grand Canyon National Park is now closed for the season. Arizona State Route 67, leading to the North Rim closed on Dec. 1. State Route 67 and all services on the North Rim are expected to re-open for the 2015 season on May 15, 2015. The North Rim campground and yurt will still be available for winter camping and are accessible via inner canyon trails from the South Rim or by cross-country skiing and snowshoeing — a 45-mile trip from Jacob Lake. To stay at the North Rim d... Full story
Rainbow Bridge National Monument will be closed for the month of January to complete repairs to the trail from Lake Powell. On Jan. 5, 2015 crews will begin work to repair segments of the trail that were damaged in the monsoon floods that occurred in late September 2013. Because of the nature of this work there will be no access for visitors coming from Lake Powell. Hikers who have obtained permits from the Navajo Parks and Recreation Department to hike from Navajo Mountain will be able to... Full story
Celebrating 27 years of cheers, the Arizona Renaissance Festival opens every weekend on Saturday and Sunday, from Feb. 7 through March 29, 2015 and Presidents' Day, Mon., Feb. 16, 2015. Ye Olde Faire is open from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m., rain or shine. And, there's always free parking. The AZ Renaissance Festival is a medieval amusement park, attraction with a 13-stage theater, 30-acre circus, arts and crafts fair, and jousting tournament - all rolled into one non-stop, day-long family adventure. The... Full story
