Dec 4, 2019
It’s been my honor to serve as President of Friends of the Forest (FOF) during our 25th Anniversary year. Before becoming involved in the ongoing operations of the organization, I was of course aware of all of the important work the organization is involved in. I...
Nov 6, 2019
Imagine a creek with constant, crystal-clear, aquamarine water. In its deep pools swim only native fish, and on its banks huge trees provide shade and rich habitat for diverse wildlife. Here and there, rock formations bear fossil-like imprints of leaves and sticks....
Oct 2, 2019
Fall brings the return of free public programs on the Red Rock Ranger District. A lecture series is offered from 11 a.m. to noon on the First Friday of each month at the Red Rock District Visitor Center located one mile south of the Village of Oak Creek on Highway...
Sep 4, 2019
From its very earliest days, women volunteers have been front, center and out to the far reaches of the Sedona Friends of the Forest (FOF) organization. As leaders, innovators, or by just plain showing up to get a job done, FOF women have contributed daily to...
Aug 7, 2019
On Saturday, August 10th, the Red Rock District of the US Forest Service and much of the USA will be celebrating Smokey Bear’s 75th birthday. Stop by the Red Rock Ranger District Visitor Center just south of the Village of Oak Creek and join the celebration. The...
Jul 3, 2019
As a hydrologist for the National Forest Service, I’m constantly evaluating the rainfall we receive. We’ve had a pretty wet fall, winter, and early spring here on the Coconino National Forest. In fact, if you look all the way back to this past summer with its very...
