Nov 1, 2018
The effort to record and preserve archaeological evidence in the Red Rock District is an ongoing process that benefits from advancements in photographic technology. The Sedona Friends of the Forest have volunteers who document local archaeological sites and evaluate...
Oct 1, 2018
Across the nation, river enthusiasts, communities and government agencies are gearing up to celebrate wild rivers with the 50th anniversary of the passage of the Wild and Scenic Rivers Act. Congress passed this landmark legislation on Oct. 2, 1968, to preserve...
Aug 1, 2018
The beautiful forest and the red rocks drew all of us to Sedona. Hiking the trails is just something that feels right. It seemed natural to us to get involved with the Friends of the Forest and help to preserve the wonderful area we live in. The purpose of the Friends...
Jul 1, 2018
Verde Valley Search and Rescue volunteers are frequently called out to join search missions after dark. In fact, night time search and rescues are more typical on the National Forest than daylight events. It is rare, however, for volunteers from Friends of the Forest...
Jun 1, 2018
Most of us are aware that we’re experiencing an exceptionally dry year. Depending on where you live, you may have received only 10% to 40% of average annual precipitation. Our monsoon season ended early in 2017. Our winter precipitation was significantly below normal....
May 1, 2018
When I was young, my hero was Jacques Cousteau, and I dreamed of working as an oceanographer, advancing science and traveling the world. While I didn’t follow that path in life, my interest in science has remained. I suspect many of you reading this column can share a...
Apr 1, 2018
April and May bring new scenery, flora, fauna and perfect conditions for enjoying a guided birding, photography, geology or wildflower walk on the Red Rock Ranger District. Or join the monthly First Friday lectures at the Red Rock District Visitor Center one mile...
Mar 1, 2018
For many members of Friends of the Forest Sedona (FOF), teaching the public about this area’s archaeological sites, and protecting them, is why they volunteer. When you visit one of the Red Rock Ranger District heritage sites, Palatki, V Bar V or Honanki, there is a...
Feb 1, 2018
In the autumn of 2012, recent retirees Roberta Stockman and Kurt Starbuck were making their way westward from Chicago with the intention to settle in California. They made a stop in Sedona. As avid hikers and outdoor explorers, they were drawn to the Red Rock Ranger...
Jan 1, 2018
Can you imagine the honor of having a Forest Service trail named after you? That’s what will happen to Cottonwood residents Gene and Darl Rector in January when the Rector Trail (“The Rector Connector”) will be built. It will replace a series of social trails...
